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Description Dahlia Lady Kate is a beautiful flowering plant that belongs to the Asteraceae family. It is a hybrid variety that produces intricate blooms with layers of soft pink and white petals. The plant grows up to 4 feet tall and can spread up to 2 feet. This cultivar was first introduced in 1962 and has since gained popularity for…

Description Datura Stramonium, also known as the Devil’s Trumpet, is a poisonous plant that belongs to the family Solanaceae. This plant is native to North America, but now it can be found in many parts of the world due to its ornamental value. It is a tall, erect, and bushy plant that can grow up to 4 feet tall. Its…

Description Diuris is a genus of terrestrial orchids native to Australia. They are commonly known as ‘donkey orchids’ due to the shape of their column resembling a donkey’s head. The name Diuris comes from the Greek word ‘di’ meaning two and ‘oura’ meaning tail, referring to the two spurs or tails on the labellum or lip of the flower. One…

Description Dendrochilum is a genus of orchids that belongs to the family Orchidaceae. This genus is native to Southeast Asia and the Pacific Islands. It consists of approximately 200 species that grow in a variety of habitats, such as lowland rainforests, montane forests, and mossy forests. These orchids are epiphytic or lithophytic, meaning that they grow on trees or rocks.…

Description The Dahlia Bishop Of Llandaff is a stunning plant with large, bright red flowers that bloom from mid-summer to fall. It is a compact plant that grows up to 3 feet tall and 2 feet wide, making it perfect for gardens and borders. The Bishop Of Llandaff is a hybrid variety that was first introduced in England in 1924…

Description Dodartia is a genus of flowering plants in the family Rubiaceae. It comprises of five species of annual or perennial herbs that are native to Eurasia and North Africa. These plants have a unique growth pattern that forms a rosette of basal leaves, with short stems bearing clusters of small flowers. Taxonomic Information Domain Eukaryota Kingdom Plantae Phylum Spermatophyta…

Description Disphyma Australe, also known as Sea Fig or Native Ice Plant, is a succulent plant that belongs to the family Aizoaceae. It is commonly found in the coastal areas of Australia and New Zealand, where it grows in sandy soils and rocky crevices. The plant has thick, fleshy leaves that store water and help it survive in arid environments.…

Description Dryopteridaceae is a family of ferns that includes over 2500 species. These plants are native to tropical and temperate regions of the world and are known for their attractive foliage. The leaves of Dryopteridaceae ferns are typically divided into smaller leaflets or pinnae, giving them a delicate appearance. These plants are popular in gardens and as houseplants due to…

Description Dovyalis Hebecarpa, also known as the Ceylon gooseberry or Ketembilla, is a fruit-bearing tree native to Sri Lanka and India. It is a member of the Flacourtiaceae family and can grow up to 10 meters tall. The plant is known for its deliciously tart fruit, which is commonly used in jams, chutneys, and pickles. The fruit is also high…

Description Daphne Striata is a flowering evergreen shrub that belongs to the Thymelaeaceae family. It is native to China and can grow up to 3 feet tall and 4 feet wide. Its leaves are dark green, glossy, and leathery, while its flowers are pink and bloom in clusters. The plant has a sweet fragrance and is commonly used in perfumes…