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Wallace’s giant bee, the largest bee, can grow up to 1.54 inches long and has an impressive wingspan of 2.5 inches.

All parts of the narcissus flower are toxic to humans and animals, as they contain a compound called lycorine.

For over 2000 years, peonies have been used in traditional Chinese medicine to treat conditions like blood disorders or parasites.

Spider silk is the toughest known biological material. It is strong enough that some spiders can catch and eat bats in their webs.

Marigolds are an integral part of Mexico’s Day of the Dead festival as they're believed to guide spirits with their bright colors.

Oak trees can produce red leaves during the fall due to chemical changes from natural sugars getting trapped in their leaves.

The name "Aster" is derived from the Ancient Greek word for "star," highlighting the flower's star-shaped bloom.

Did you know that the Fitzroy River turtle can breathe through its butt, allowing it to stay underwater for weeks at a time?

Poppies became an international symbol of remembrance as they grew on many WWI battlefields, notably in Flanders, France.

Prehistoric geese grew up to 9.8 feet tall and weighed up to 1,322 pounds, making them one of the largest birds ever!

Larkspur petals are said to resemble the claws of a meadowlark or the spurs on a knight's boots, which inspires their unique name.

Roses are one of the most famous Valentine’s Day gifts. An estimated third of flowers sold on Valentine’s Day are roses.