Identify a plant

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Identify a plant

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Appearance of overall plant
Growth habit
Does it have striking bark or stems?
Appearance of leaves
Main foliage colour
How are the leaves arranged?
What shape are the individual leaves?
Are the leaves hairy?
Evergreen?
Appearance of flowers
When does it flower?
What is the main flower colour?
Are the flowers fragranced?
How are the flowers arranged?
Appearance of fruits
When does it bear fruit?
What do the fruit look like?
What is the main fruit colour (when ripe)?
Other indicators
Lifecycle
Hardiness
Acidity of the soil