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Description Datiscaceae is a family of flowering plants that includes only one genus, Datisca. Datisca is a genus of shrubs that are native to North America, Europe, and Asia. They are commonly known as datisca or false hemp. The plants in this family are dioecious, meaning that the male and female flowers are on separate plants. Taxonomic Information Domain Eukaryota…

Description Digitalis Purpurea Candy Mountain is a stunning perennial plant that is native to Europe. It is also known as Foxglove and is a member of the Plantaginaceae family. The plant features bell-shaped flowers that bloom in early summer and come in shades of white, pink, purple, and yellow. It grows up to 3 feet tall and 1.5 feet wide.…

Description Decalobanthus Peltatus, also known as the shield-leaved mirror plant, is a species of flowering plant native to the southwestern United States and northern Mexico. It belongs to the Asteraceae family and is a perennial herb with a unique appearance. Taxonomic Information Domain Eukaryota Kingdom Plantae Phylum Spermatophyta Class Magnoliopsida Order Asterales Family Asteraceae Genus Decalobanthus Appearance Decalobanthus Peltatus has…

Description Dyschoriste is a genus of flowering plants that belong to the family Acanthaceae. This genus comprises about 100 species of annuals, perennials, and shrubs that are native to tropical and subtropical regions of Africa, Asia, and the Americas. The name “Dyschoriste” is derived from the Greek words “dys” meaning difficult and “choriste” meaning to separate, referring to the difficulty…

Description Dalea Purpurea, commonly known as Purple Prairie Clover, is a native plant species to North America. It is a herbaceous perennial plant that belongs to the Fabaceae family. The plant typically grows up to 2-3 feet in height and 1-2 feet in width. It is widely cultivated for its ornamental value and its ability to improve soil quality. Taxonomic…

Description Dahlia Classic Elise is a beautiful flowering plant that belongs to the Asteraceae family. This variety of Dahlia produces gorgeous, multi-colored blooms that are sure to add a touch of elegance to any garden or landscape. The Classic Elise Dahlia is a hybrid plant that was created by the Dutch company Verwer in 2001. This plant is a result…

Description Dendrolycopodium Hickeyi, commonly known as Hickey’s tree clubmoss, is a rare plant species that belongs to the Lycopodiaceae family. It is an evergreen plant that is native to the United States and is found in a few scattered locations in the Appalachian Mountains. The plant has a trunk that is usually less than 20 cm in height and may…

Description Dahlia Merckii is a perennial herbaceous plant that belongs to the Asteraceae family. It is native to Mexico and was first discovered in 1974 by Dr. John Merck. The plant can grow up to 1.5 meters in height and has a slender stem that produces large, showy flowers. Taxonomic Information Domain Eukarya Kingdom Plantae Phylum Magnoliophyta Class Magnoliopsida Order…

Description Dendrobium Johannis is a stunning orchid species that belongs to the Dendrobium genus, which is one of the largest and most diverse genera of the orchid family. This plant has been named after the renowned Dutch botanist Johannes Elias Teijsmann, who discovered it in the mid-19th century while he was exploring the tropical jungles of Indonesia. Dendrobium Johannis is…

Description Dendrobium Linguiforme, commonly known as the Tongue Orchid, is a species of orchid native to Southeast Asia, including Thailand, Laos, and Vietnam. It is a epiphytic plant, meaning it grows on other plants, and can be found growing in tropical rainforests and montane forests from sea level to elevations of up to 1700 meters. Taxonomic Information Domain Eukaryota Kingdom…