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Description Drosera Banksii, commonly known as the Banksia Sundew, is a species of carnivorous plant native to Australia. It belongs to the Droseraceae family and is known for its ability to capture and digest insects using its sticky, glandular leaves. The plant is named after Sir Joseph Banks, a British botanist who was a member of Captain James Cook’s first…

Description Darwinia Citriodora, also known as the Lemon-scented Darwinia, is a species of shrub that belongs to the family Myrtaceae. It is native to the southwestern region of Western Australia and is commonly found in the coastal areas. This plant is known for its pleasant lemon scent and unique appearance, making it a popular choice among gardeners. Taxonomic Information Here’s…

Description Downingia Pusilla, also known as Dwarf Calico, is a small annual plant that belongs to the bellflower family. It is native to California, where it grows in grasslands, meadows, and open woodlands. The plant typically reaches a height of 2-6 inches and spreads up to 6 inches. The leaves are small, narrow, and lance-shaped, while the flowers are small…

Description Docynia is a genus of flowering plants in the family Rosaceae that includes around 30 species. They are native to Southeast Asia and are commonly found in tropical and subtropical forests. Some species of Docynia are cultivated as ornamental plants for their attractive flowers and foliage. Taxonomic Information Domain Eukaryota Kingdom Plantae Phylum Spermatophyta Class Magnoliopsida Order Rosales Family…

Description Damasonium Alisma, also known as Starfruit, is an aquatic perennial plant that belongs to the Alismataceae family. This plant is native to Europe, Asia, and North Africa and is commonly found in slow-moving water bodies such as ponds, lakes, and streams.The plant has long, narrow leaves that are arranged in a rosette fashion at the base of the stem.…

Description Dianthus Deltoides is a herbaceous perennial plant that belongs to the Caryophyllaceae family. Commonly known as Maiden Pink, this flower is native to Europe and Asia but is now widely grown in North America as well. The plant produces masses of small, pink, five-petaled flowers that bloom from late spring to early summer. The leaves are narrow and lance-shaped,…

Description The Drosera Filiformis, also known as the Thread-leaved Sundew, is a carnivorous plant that belongs to the sundew family. This plant is native to the southeastern United States and can be found in wetlands, bogs, and savannas. Drosera Filiformis is a small-sized plant that can grow up to 12 inches in height. It has long, slender leaves that are…

Description Dracaena Fragrans Massangeana, also known as Corn Plant or Mass Cane, is a popular houseplant that belongs to the family Asparagaceae. It is a slow-growing plant that can reach up to 6 feet tall and 3 feet wide. The plant has a thick, woody stem with long, lance-shaped leaves that are dark green with yellow stripes in the center.…

Description Disa Aconitoides, also known as the Winter Disa, is a rare orchid species native to South Africa. This terrestrial orchid grows up to 25cm in height and blooms in the winter months of July to September. Its small flowers are white or pink with purple spots, and are arranged in a raceme. The plant’s leaves are flat and strap-shaped,…

Description Dypsis Decaryi, also known as the Majesty Palm, is a palm tree species native to Madagascar. It is a slow-growing plant that can reach up to 50 feet in height in the wild. The Majesty Palm features a smooth gray trunk with a ringed pattern and a crown of bright green fronds that can grow up to 18 feet…