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Dyckia Brevifolia
Dyckia Brevifolia
Description Dyckia Brevifolia, also known as the “Short-leafed Dyckia,” is a species of succulent plant that belongs to the Bromeliaceae family. This attractive and low-maintenance plant is native to Brazil and Uruguay and has become popular among gardeners due to its unique appearance and hardiness.The plant’s rosette-shaped leaves are thick and fleshy, with sharp edges that can be slightly curved…
Delosperma Echinatum
Delosperma Echinatum
Description Delosperma Echinatum is a fascinating succulent plant that is native to South Africa. It is also known as the “Pickle Plant” due to its unique and distinctive appearance. This plant is a member of the Aizoaceae family and is highly valued for its ornamental beauty and hardiness. Taxonomic Information Domain Eukarya Kingdom Plantae Phylum Tracheophyta Class Magnoliopsida Order Caryophyllales…
Dithyrea Californica
Dithyrea Californica
Description Dithyrea Californica, commonly known as Spectacle Pod, is a flowering plant that belongs to the Brassicaceae family. This plant is native to California in the United States and can grow up to a height of 1-2 feet. It is an annual plant that produces showy flowers in the spring and summer months. The plant has a unique feature, the…
Dyschoriste Crenulata
Dyschoriste Crenulata
Description Dyschoriste Crenulata, also known as the kidney leaf or dew flower, is a beautiful and easy-to-care-for plant that belongs to the Acanthaceae family. It is native to Central America, South America, and the Caribbean, but it has also become popular in other parts of the world due to its vibrant purple flowers and attractive foliage.This plant has a sprawling…
Dahlia Happy Single Wink
Dahlia Happy Single Wink
Description The Dahlia Happy Single Wink is a unique and stunning plant with a single layer of petals in a vibrant pink color. This plant is known for its striking features and is a popular choice for gardens and floral arrangements. It is a member of the Asteraceae family and is native to Mexico and Central America. Taxonomic Information Domain…
Dicoma Incana
Dicoma Incana
Description Dicoma Incana, commonly known as silverleaf, is a perennial herbaceous plant that belongs to the Asteraceae family. This plant is native to South Africa but is also found in Zimbabwe, Mozambique, and Malawi. Silverleaf is widely grown for its medicinal properties and is used to treat various ailments such as fever, headache, and stomach ache. Taxonomic Information Domain Eukaryota…
Derris Fordii
Derris Fordii
Description Derris Fordii is a perennial plant that belongs to the Fabaceae family. It is also known as the Chinese Derris, and it is native to Southeast Asia, particularly China. The plant is widely cultivated for its medicinal properties and ornamental value. It is a climbing vine that can grow up to 10 meters long. The roots, stems, and leaves…
Dryopteris Cycadina
Dryopteris Cycadina
Description Dryopteris Cycadina, commonly known as the Shaggy Shield Fern or the Saddle Fern, is a fern that is native to Japan, Korea, and China. This deciduous plant grows up to 3 feet tall and 3 feet wide, making it a perfect addition to any garden. The Shaggy Shield Fern is characterized by its triangular fronds that grow in an…
Dryobalanops
Dryobalanops
Description Dryobalanops is a genus of large trees in the Dipterocarpaceae family, native to Southeast Asia. The genus consists of around 19 species, with Dryobalanops aromatica being the most well-known species. It is commonly known as the Borneo camphor tree, as it produces a fragrant resin that is used for medicinal purposes and as a flavoring. The tree can grow…
Downingia Ornatissima
Downingia Ornatissima
Description Downingia Ornatissima is a rare species of flowering plant native to California. It belongs to the Campanulaceae family and is known for its beautiful blue flowers that bloom in the spring. The plant grows up to 10 inches tall and spreads up to 12 inches wide. Downingia Ornatissima is an annual plant that blooms from March to May and…