Botanical Names of Popular Garden Plants Quiz

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1. What is another name for the plant Liatris spicata?

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Liatris spicata is commonly known as Blazing star because of its tall spikes of purple flowers which resemble a blazing star.

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Botanical Names Of Popular Garden Plants Quiz - Quiz

Explore the fascinating world of plants with our 'Plant Names' exploration, focusing on common landscape plants. This educational activity enhances your understanding of plant taxonomy and horticulture, making it relevant for students, gardening enthusiasts, and professionals in botanical fields.

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2. What is the botanical name for Russian sage?

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Perovskia atriplicifolia is the correct botanical name for Russian sage, known for its silver foliage and purple-blue flowers. Lavandula angustifolia is the botanical name for English lavender, Salvia officinalis is the botanical name for common sage, and Artemisia absinthium is the botanical name for wormwood.

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3. What is the scientific name for Shasta daisy?

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Shasta daisy is scientifically known as Leucanthemum x superbum. The other options belong to different plant species and are not the scientific name for Shasta daisy.

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4. What is the scientific name for the Purple Pavement Rose?

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The correct scientific name for the Purple Pavement Rose is Rosa rugosa 'Purple Pavement'. While the incorrect options are also species of roses, they do not specifically refer to the Purple Pavement variety.

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5. What is the correct scientific name for Avalanche Reed Grass?

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Calamagrostis acutiflora 'Avalanche' is the correct scientific name for Avalanche Reed Grass, the other options are different species of grass.

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6. What is the botanical name for Sensation Lilac?
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7. What is the scientific name for Littleleaf Linden?

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Littleleaf Linden is scientifically known as Tilia cordata.

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8. What is the scientific name for Colorado Blue Spruce?

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Colorado Blue Spruce is scientifically known as Picea pungens, not Acer palmatum, Pinus sylvestris, or Fagus sylvatica.

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What is another name for the plant Liatris spicata?
What is the botanical name for Russian sage?
What is the scientific name for Shasta daisy?
What is the scientific name for the Purple Pavement Rose?
What is the correct scientific name for Avalanche Reed Grass?
What is the botanical name for Sensation Lilac?
What is the scientific name for Littleleaf Linden?
What is the scientific name for Colorado Blue Spruce?
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