Flowering Plants

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Gesneriaceae

Description Gesneriaceae is a family of flowering plants that includes over 3,000 species. These plants are native to tropical and subtropical regions around the world, including Central and South America, Africa, and Southeast Asia. Gesneriaceae plants can range in size from small, creeping groundcovers to large, tree-like specimens. Taxonomic Information Domain Eukaryota Kingdom Plantae Phylum Angiosperms Class Eudicots Order Lamiales…
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Handroanthus

Description Handroanthus is a genus of flowering plants in the family Bignoniaceae, native to tropical and subtropical regions of the Americas. These trees are known for their trumpet-shaped flowers that bloom in vibrant hues of yellow, pink, and purple. Handroanthus is commonly referred to as trumpet trees, due to the shape of their flowers. The trees can reach up to…
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Dontostemon

Description Donstemon is a genus of flowering plants that belong to the family Brassicaceae. It comprises about 20 species that are mostly found in Africa and Madagascar. The plant is commonly known as mustard flower due to its resemblance to mustard plants. Donstemon is an annual or perennial herb that can grow up to a height of 1 meter. The…
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Holothrix Parviflora

Description Holothrix Parviflora is a species of flowering plant that belongs to the Orchidaceae family. It is a perennial herb that is native to South Africa and can grow up to 20 cm in height. The plant has a tuberous root system and produces a single stem with a few leaves and small flowers that bloom from autumn to winter.…
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Erythranthe Geniculata

Description Erythranthe Geniculata, also known as the Salt Spring Island Monkeyflower, is a perennial flowering plant that belongs to the Phrymaceae family. The plant is native to North America and can be found in various regions, including British Columbia, Alaska, and California. The plant is known for its beautiful and vibrant flowers, which come in colors such as red, pink,…
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Dianthus Raspberry Swirl

Description Dianthus Raspberry Swirl is a beautiful perennial plant known for its stunning raspberry-colored blooms. It is a member of the carnation family and is also commonly referred to as Pinks. The plant typically grows up to 12 inches in height and 18 inches in width, producing clusters of flowers that bloom from early summer to early fall. Taxonomic Information…
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Axyris

Description Axyris is a genus of flowering plants in the family Amaranthaceae, commonly known as ‘goldmoss.’ It comprises two species, Axyris amaranthoides and Axyris prostrata, which are native to Asia, Europe, and North America. These annual plants typically grow up to 30 cm tall, with small, inconspicuous flowers that bloom from June to September. The leaves are opposite, linear, and…
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Gymnanthera

Description Gymnanthera is a genus of flowering plants in the family Melastomataceae. The species in this genus are small to medium-sized trees or shrubs that are native to tropical regions of South America. The leaves are simple, alternate, and have entire margins. The flowers are usually pink or purple and have five petals. The fruits are capsules that split open…
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Heuchera Forever Purple

Description Heuchera Forever Purple is a stunning flowering plant that is widely popular in the gardening world. This plant is known for its long-lasting purple foliage that remains vibrant all year round. The leaves of the Heuchera Forever Purple are deeply lobed and have a glossy texture. The plant produces tall stalks of small, bell-shaped flowers that range in color…
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Hoffmannia

Description Hoffmannia is a genus of flowering plants that belong to the Rubiaceae family. The genus comprises around 400 species, which are native to the tropical regions of Central and South America. The plants are known for their showy flowers and attractive foliage, making them popular among gardeners and collectors. Taxonomic Information Domain Eukaryota Kingdom Plantae Phylum Spermatophyta Class Magnoliopsida…
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