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Dillenia Turbinata
Dillenia Turbinata
Description Dillenia Turbinata, commonly known as the Turbinate Elephant Apple, is a large evergreen tree that belongs to the family Dilleniaceae. This species is native to the tropical and subtropical regions of Southeast Asia, including India, Sri Lanka, Thailand, and Malaysia. The tree can grow up to 20 meters tall and has a broad, spreading crown with a diameter of…
Dorycnium Pentaphyllum
Dorycnium Pentaphyllum
Description Dorycnium Pentaphyllum, also known as Canary clover or Five-leaved clover, is an interesting plant species that belongs to the Fabaceae family. It is a small, evergreen shrub that is native to the Canary Islands and some parts of North Africa. Taxonomic Information Domain Eukaryota Kingdom Plantae Phylum Spermatophyta Class Magnoliopsida Order Fabales Family Fabaceae Genus Dorycnium Appearance The Dorycnium…
Deutzia Pulchra
Deutzia Pulchra
Description Deutzia Pulchra, commonly known as the Fuzzy Deutzia, is a deciduous flowering shrub that belongs to the Hydrangeaceae family. It is native to China, Korea, and Japan and can grow up to 6 feet tall and wide. The plant produces clusters of pink or white flowers in the spring that can attract bees and butterflies. Its leaves are green…
Delphinium Hybrida Galahad
Delphinium Hybrida Galahad
Description The Delphinium Hybrida Galahad is a stunning herbaceous perennial with tall spikes of pure white flowers that bloom from early summer to mid-fall. This plant is a hybrid of the Delphinium elatum and Delphinium grandiflorum, and it is known for its impressive height, reaching up to 6 feet tall. It is an excellent choice for adding vertical structure and…
Dendrophthoe Glabrescens
Dendrophthoe Glabrescens
Description Dendrophthoe Glabrescens is a parasitic plant that belongs to the Loranthaceae family. Also known as the smooth mistletoe, it is native to the tropical regions of Asia and Australia. This plant is an evergreen hemiparasite, meaning it is capable of carrying out photosynthesis but relies on its host plant for water and nutrients. Taxonomic Information Domain Eukarya Kingdom Plantae…
Dahlia Teesbrooke Audrey
Dahlia Teesbrooke Audrey
Description Dahlia Teesbrooke Audrey is a stunning perennial plant that belongs to the Asteraceae family. It is a hybrid variety that was developed by Brian Dodds in 2006. This cultivar was named after the wife of the nurseryman who introduced it. Dahlia Teesbrooke Audrey is a medium-sized plant that can grow up to 90cm in height and spread up to…
Didelta Carnosa
Didelta Carnosa
Description Didelta Carnosa, commonly known as the “coastal silk tassel,” is a flowering plant that belongs to the Asteraceae family. It is native to South Africa, particularly in the Cape Province. The plant is known for its unique and striking appearance, making it a popular choice among garden enthusiasts.The Didelta Carnosa produces long, slender stems that can grow up to…
Desmodium Setigerum
Desmodium Setigerum
Description Desmodium Setigerum, also known as the bristly tick trefoil, is a perennial flowering plant belonging to the Fabaceae family. This plant is native to tropical and sub-tropical regions of Africa and Asia. The Desmodium Setigerum plant is known for its medicinal properties and is used in traditional medicine to treat various ailments such as fever, diarrhea, and dysentery. Taxonomic…
Deutzia Hybrida Magicien Lemoine
Deutzia Hybrida Magicien Lemoine
Description Deutzia Hybrida Magicien Lemoine is a deciduous shrub that belongs to the Hydrangeaceae family. It is a hybrid of Deutzia gracilis and Deutzia parviflora. This plant is known for its beautiful and fragrant flowers that bloom in the late spring to early summer. The flowers are pinkish-white with a hint of purple and grow in clusters that can reach…
Diplacus Mephiticus
Diplacus Mephiticus
Description Diplacus Mephiticus, commonly known as the Skunky Monkeyflower, is a perennial plant that belongs to the family Phrymaceae. This plant is native to California, particularly in the coastal regions, and is widely grown for its attractive flowers. The Skunky Monkeyflower has a distinct musky scent, which gives it its common name. It grows up to a height of 2-3…
