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Description Downingia Bacigalupii, commonly known as Bacigalupi’s Downingia, is a small, annual herb that belongs to the family Campanulaceae. It is native to California, specifically in Mendocino County, and can be found in grasslands and open areas. This plant is named after the botanist John Thomas Howell’s friend, Dr. John Bacigalupi, who was also a collector of plants. The plant…

Description Dendrocnide Urentissima, also known as the stinging tree, is a plant species native to Australia. It is a large shrub or small tree that can grow up to 10 meters tall. The leaves are heart-shaped and can be up to 15 centimeters long. The plant is covered in tiny hairs that release a toxin when touched, causing extreme pain…

Description Deutzia Tongifolia Veitchii is a deciduous shrub native to China. It is a member of the Hydrangeaceae family and is a popular ornamental plant due to its stunning pink flowers. This plant can grow up to 6 feet tall and 4 feet wide, making it a great choice for gardens and landscapes. Taxonomic Information Domain Eukaryota Kingdom Plantae Phylum…

Description Dahlia Bishop Of Leicester is a stunning flower that belongs to the Asteraceae family. It is a hybrid dahlia that was first introduced in 1926 by Fred Treseder. It is named after the city of Leicester in England. This flower is loved for its vibrant color and unique shape, making it a popular choice for gardeners and florists. Taxonomic…

Description Dysoxylum Gotadhora, also known as Indian white cedar, is a species of evergreen tree in the Meliaceae family. It is native to the Indian subcontinent and Southeast Asia. The tree can grow up to 30 meters in height and has a straight trunk with greyish-brown bark. The leaves are pinnate with 5-9 leaflets that are elliptical in shape. The…

Description Dillenia Pentagyna is a species of flowering plant in the family Dilleniaceae. It is native to Southeast Asia, including India, Sri Lanka, and Myanmar. This evergreen tree can grow up to 20 meters tall and has a broad crown, with a trunk that can reach up to 90 centimeters in diameter. The leaves are large and glossy, with an…

Description Dracaena Marginata Tricolor, also known as the Madagascar Dragon Tree, is a popular houseplant known for its unique and vibrant foliage. This plant is a member of the Dracaena family and is native to Madagascar, Mauritius, and other islands in the Indian Ocean. Dracaena Marginata Tricolor is a slow-growing plant that can reach up to 6 feet in height,…

Description Dicliptera is a genus of flowering plants that belongs to the family Acanthaceae. It is native to tropical and subtropical regions of the Americas, Africa, and Asia. This genus is named after the Greek words “diklidos” meaning forked and “pteron” meaning wing, which refers to the forked style of its flowers. The plants have a variety of common names,…

1. Description Downingia Concolor is a beautiful annual plant that is native to California. It is commonly known as “Califonia Downy Skullcap” and belongs to the family of Scrophulariaceae. The plant is known for its stunning blue flowers that bloom in spring and summer. The flowers are small, measuring only about 0.5 inches in length, and they have a distinctive…

Taxonomic Information Domain Eukaryota Kingdom Plantae Phylum Angiosperms Class Eudicots Order Brassicales Family Brassicaceae Genus Diplotaxis Diplotaxis Ibicensis, also known as Ibiza wall rocket or rocket salad, is a perennial herb native to the Balearic Islands in the western Mediterranean. It belongs to the Brassicaceae family, which includes other well-known plants such as broccoli, cauliflower, and mustard. Appearance Diplotaxis Ibicensis…