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Description Drosera Cuneifolia, commonly known as the Wedge-leaf Sundew, is a carnivorous plant species that belongs to the sundew family Droseraceae. It is native to the south-western regions of Western Australia, where it thrives in wetlands, swamps, and bogs. This unique plant features a rosette of wedge-shaped leaves that sprout from the root crown. The leaves are covered in glandular…

Description Disporum Cantoniense is a perennial plant species that is native to East Asia, particularly in Japan, China, and Korea. It belongs to the family Colchicaceae and is commonly known as the fairy bells or Chinese fairy bells. It is a popular ornamental plant that grows up to 60cm in height and 30cm in width. Its stem is slender and…

Description Dahlia Bridge View Aloha is a beautiful flower that is native to Mexico and Central America. It belongs to the family Asteraceae and is a popular choice for gardeners due to its vibrant colors and long blooming period. This dahlia variety is a hybrid, created by crossing different dahlia species. Taxonomic Information Domain Eukaryota Kingdom Plantae Phylum Spermatophyta Class…

Description Drosanthemum Flavum, commonly known as the yellow dewflower, is a succulent plant that belongs to the Aizoaceae family. It is native to South Africa, where it grows in rocky areas and sandy soils. The plant is characterized by its yellow flowers that bloom in clusters from spring to fall. Taxonomic Information Domain Eukaryota Kingdom Plantae Phylum Tracheophyta Class Magnoliopsida…

Description Dicranoweisia is a genus of mosses that belongs to the family Dicranaceae. This plant’s name comes from the Greek words “dikranos,” which means “two-headed,” and “weisia,” which means “hairy.” It is a small, tufted plant that grows to a height of no more than 2 cm. It is found in damp habitats, such as rocks, soil, and tree trunks,…

Description Diplacus Fremontii, commonly known as Fremont’s monkeyflower, is a perennial flowering plant that belongs to the Phrymaceae family. It is native to California and can be found in various locations such as the Sierra Nevada mountains and Mojave desert. The plant is named after John C. Fremont, an American explorer who discovered it in 1844. Taxonomic Information Domain Eukaryota…

Description Delphinium Cassius, also known as Dwarf Larkspur, is a perennial flowering plant belonging to the Ranunculaceae family. It is native to North America and grows in the wild in prairies, meadows, and open woods. The plant has a short stature, growing up to 18 inches tall, and produces delicate blue-purple flowers with white centers in the spring. Taxonomic Information…

Description Darwinia is a genus of shrubs native to Australia, with approximately 80 species. These plants are known for their distinctive tubular flowers that range in color from red to pink, and their needle-like leaves that are usually green or grey. Darwinia shrubs grow up to 1-2 meters tall and are often used as garden plants or for floral arrangements.…

Description Dictyocaryum Lamarckianum, also known as the Hurricane Palm, is a species of palm tree that is native to the rainforests of Brazil. It is characterized by its tall, slender trunk that can grow up to 25 feet in height, and its large, feathery leaves that can reach up to six feet in length. The Hurricane Palm is a slow-growing…

Description Dryas Octopetala Var. Asiatica is a low-growing, evergreen shrub commonly found in arctic and alpine regions. It belongs to the family Rosaceae and is a subspecies of Dryas octopetala, which is also known as mountain avens. The plant is known for its hardiness and ability to thrive in harsh environments. Taxonomic Information Domain Eukarya Kingdom Plantae Phylum Spermatophyta Class…