Herbaceous Perennials flashcards

Herbaceous plants are defined as vascular plants that lack persistent woody stems above ground. This distinguishes them from woody plants, which have hard stems that remain year-round.

Herbaceous plants typically die back to the roots in winter due to cold temperatures and reduced sunlight, allowing them to conserve energy and survive until spring.

'Perennial' refers to plants that live for multiple years and return each growing season. This makes 'It comes back year after year' the correct choice, as opposed to annuals that die each year or other options that don't fit.

The plant shown is Blue fescue, a perennial grass known for its blue-green foliage and clumping growth habit. It is commonly used in ornamental gardens and landscapes.

The botanical name of Blue fescue is Festuca glauca. This species is known for its blue-gray foliage and is commonly used in ornamental landscaping.

The plant shown is commonly known as Pendulous sedge. It is characterised by its drooping flower heads and is often found in wetland areas.

The botanical name of pendulous sedge is Carex pendula. This species is characterised by its drooping flower spikes, distinguishing it from other Carex species listed.

The plant shown is commonly known as the Red-hot poker, characterised by its tall spikes of tubular flowers that resemble flames.

The Red-hot poker is scientifically known as Kniphofia uvaria. This plant is recognised for its striking flower spikes and is commonly found in gardens.

The common name for the plant in the image is 'Spurge'. While 'Euphorbia' refers to the genus that includes many species of spurge.