Ponca 🔍
Ponca is a Native American word that is often used in the context of the Great Plains region, specifically in Oklahoma and Kansas. It is pronounced as "poh-kah-uh".
South-western 🔍
Southwestern region in the United States, located between the Mississippi River and the Gulf of Mexico. This area includes parts of Texas, Oklahoma, Arkansas, Tennessee, Missouri, Kansas, and Louisiana.
Mississippi 🔍
Mississippi is a state in the southern United States, bordered by Alabama to the west, Louisiana to the east, Texas to the north, and Arkansas to the south. It is also known as the "Pineapple of the South" for its tropical climate with a dense population of pine trees.
Topeka 🔍
Topeka is a city in Johnson County, Kansas, United States, located on the plains of the Great Plains region. It is known for its agriculture and tourism industries, as well as being home to several colleges and universities.
Oklahoma 🔍
Oklahoma is a state located in the Midwestern United States, bordered by Arkansas to the north, Texas to the west and south, and Kansas to the east. It was named for the "Okolala," or "Canyon of Okolala" in the Cherokee language, which it shares with the neighboring states of Oklahoma City and Tulsa.
Arkansia 🔍
Arkansas is a state in the United States located in the Southeastern region.
Guampa 🔍
Guampas are small, flat-topped rodents native to North America that live in dense forests and grasslands. They have a unique ability to "grow" or "migrate" within their habitat by climbing trees and burrowing into vegetation. These animals can be found throughout the United States, including Texas, Oklahoma, Kansas, and parts of Minnesota and Wisconsin.
Pariosternarchus 🔍
Pariosternarchus is a genus of butterflies in the family Lymantriidae, commonly known as the buttercup butterflies or yellow warblers. These butterflies are native to North America and have been recorded from Florida, Georgia, Alabama, Mississippi, Louisiana, Arkansas, Oklahoma, and Texas. They primarily feed on nectar from flowers such as sunflowers, daisies, and milkweed.
Querciphoma 🔍
Querciphoma is a genus of flowering plants in the family Rutaceae, native to temperate and subtropical regions of North America, including parts of Florida, Georgia, Alabama, Tennessee, South Carolina, Kentucky, Louisiana, Mississippi, Arkansas, Oklahoma, Texas, and parts of Mexico. They are commonly known as quercus trees or oak trees.
Janelia 🔍
Janelia is a botanical garden located in Melrose, Kansas, United States. It was established in 1946 by Dr. James Janelia Smith. The garden features a collection of over 200 plant species and is known for its diverse collections of plants, including those from around the world.
Oronoqua 🔍
Oronoqua is a genus of flowering plants in the family Fabaceae, commonly known as the oronias. These plants are native to the western and central parts of North America, particularly to the Great Plains region, where they are found throughout the continental United States, including Texas, Oklahoma, Kansas, Nebraska, and Iowa. They have been widely cultivated for their ornamental qualities in gardens and parks. Oronoquas are characterized by their large, round leaves that are often
Lecythidaceae 🔍
Lecythidaceae is a family of flowering plants in the family Melastomataceae, commonly known as the lichen rosebushes. This family contains around 40 genera and over 250 species. They are native to North America where they are found in temperate climates, including Maine, New Hampshire, Vermont, New York, Michigan, Ohio, Kentucky, Indiana, Illinois, Wisconsin, Minnesota, Iowa, Nebraska, Kansas, Oklahoma, Colorado,
Ouachita 🔍
The Ouachita is a mountain range located in the southern part of the United States, extending from Arkansas into Oklahoma and Texas. It covers over 6,728 square miles. The Ouachita Mountains are home to diverse ecosystems, including oak forests, sagebrush prairies, and mesic grasslands.
Arkansas 🔍
Arkansas is a state located in the southeastern region of the United States, bordered by Mississippi to the north, Tennessee to the west and southwest, Oklahoma to the east, and Louisiana to the southeast. It was named after the ancient city of Arkham in the county of Lincolnshire, which lies south-east of the present-day state capital of Little Rock. Its capital is Columbia.
Kansas 🔍
Kanawha Valley region of central Ohio.
'western' 🔍
Term definition: The western part of the United States, traditionally associated with American culture, politics, and history. It encompasses the states that are located south of the Mississippi River, including Louisiana, Texas, Oklahoma, Arkansas, Missouri, Kansas, and parts of Oklahoma. This region is known for its diverse landscapes, rich cultural heritage, and vibrant economy.
Trizona 🔍
Trizon is a type of grassland that covers large areas in the southern United States, primarily located in Texas, Oklahoma, and parts of Arkansas, Louisiana, and Mississippi. It is characterized by tall grasses with thick stems, dense foliage, and extensive underbrush. The term "trizon" refers to the overall size or extent of a region.
Iowa 🔍
Iowa is a state located in the Midwestern United States, bordered by Minnesota to the east, Nebraska to the west, South Dakota to the north, and Kansas to the south. It is also home to the largest city in the state, Des Moines, which serves as its capital. The state has a rich agricultural heritage and is known for its large dairy and beef production.
Stilpnochlora 🔍
Stilpnochlora is a type of flowering plant in the family Poaceae, commonly known as daisy flowers. It belongs to the genus "Stilpnochlora" and has about 20 species, which are native to North America and can be found in various regions such as Georgia, South Carolina, Tennessee, Alabama, Mississippi, Louisiana, Oklahoma, Texas, and Arkansas.
Bornean 🔍
The term "Bornean" refers to a region that spans from the southeastern United States, including Florida and Georgia, through South Carolina, North Carolina, Virginia, and parts of Tennessee, Alabama, Mississippi, Louisiana, Arkansas, Oklahoma, and Texas. This area is known for its tropical climates, diverse wildlife, and rich cultural heritage.