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Beesia deltophylla Also known as beesia. This species is native to southeastern Tibet. Its specific name, or epithet, deltophylla translates to “triangle-leaved.”
Epimedium grandiflorum Also known as bishop’s hat because its four-spurred flowers resemble a clergyman’s biretta. This species is native to Japan, Korea, and Northeastern China.
Mahonia gracilipes Also known as the Chinese mahonia. This species is native to Southwestern China. The specific epithet, gracilipes, refers to the plant’s slender stalk.
Polystichum makinoi Also known as Makinoi’s holly fern. This medium-to-large-sized fern is native to India, China, Japan, and the Philippines.