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Chimaphila (prince's pine or wintergreen; from Greek: cheima 'winter' and philos 'lover', hence 'winter lover') is a genus of five species of small, evergreen, flowering plants native to temperate regions of the Northern Hemisphere.
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Chinese Evergreen, also called Aglaonema, is a popular tropical plant loved for its beautiful patterned leaves. They are forgiving and durable plants that can endure poor lighting, dry air, and drought conditions. However, your plant will require proper care to thrive.
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