Category: Monocots

Narcissus bicolor L. Two-color daffodil

Narcissus bicolor

Posted by:admin Posted On:5 May 2024

Two-color daffodil Taxonomy: Common Names: Description:The Narcissus bicolor, commonly known as the two-color daffodil, is a perennial herbaceous plant known for its vibrant and striking flowers. The plant typically grows to a height of 30 to 40 centimeters (12 to


Commelina communis L.

Posted by:admin Posted On:2 May 2024

Asiatic Dayflower Taxonomy: Common Names by Region: Description: Commelina communis is a perennial herbaceous plant known for its vibrant blue flowers. It typically grows to a height of 20-50 cm. The leaves are lanceolate and alternate along the stem. The

Scilla forbesii (Baker) Speta Glory-of-the-snow

Scilla forbesii

Posted by:admin Posted On:30 Apr 2024

Glory-of-the-snow Taxonomy: Common Names: Description: Scilla forbesii, commonly known as Glory-of-the-snow, is a perennial bulbous plant native to the mountainous regions of Western Asia. It belongs to the Asparagaceae family. The plant typically grows to a height of 4-6 inches


Canistropsis billbergioides

Posted by:admin Posted On:28 Apr 2024

Bromelaids Taxonomy: Common Names by Region: Description: Canistropsis billbergioides is a striking bromeliad species characterized by its unique foliage and compact growth habit. The plant typically forms rosettes of stiff, leathery leaves with serrated edges. The leaves are often arranged


Hyacinthus orientalis L.

Posted by:admin Posted On:22 Apr 2024

Hyacinthus – Rose Colored Taxonomy: Common Names by Region: Description: Hyacinthus orientalis L., commonly known as Hyacinth or Hyacinthus-rose, is a bulbous perennial plant native to the eastern Mediterranean region. It belongs to the Asparagaceae family. The plant typically grows


Guzmania monostachia

Posted by:admin Posted On:20 Apr 2024

West Indian tufted airplant Taxonomy: Common Names by Region: Description: Known Range: Care Requirements: Many of the flowering plants featured on our website are available through Nature Hills Nursery. Ordering them through this link will support the Cernunnos Foundation and

Burbidgea schizocheila Hackett -Vulnerable

Burbidgea schizocheila

Posted by:admin Posted On:15 Apr 2024

Scarlet Quill Taxonomy: Common Names by Region: Description: Burbidgea schizocheila, commonly known as Scarlet Quill, is a striking species of flowering plant belonging to the Zingiberaceae family. It is characterized by its vibrant, scarlet-colored inflorescence that resembles a quill, hence

Brassia caudata (L.) Lindl Cricket Orchid

Brassia caudata (L.) Lindl

Posted by:admin Posted On:13 Apr 2024

Cricket Orchid Taxonomy: Common Names by Region: Description: Brassia caudata, commonly known as the Cricket Orchid, is an epiphytic orchid species characterized by its unique and striking appearance. The plant features long, thin pseudobulbs topped with elongated, narrow leaves. Its

Dendrobium bigibbum Lindl. Cooktown Orchid

Dendrobium bigibbum Lindl.

Posted by:admin Posted On:7 Apr 2024

Cooktown Orchid Taxonomy: Common Names by Region: Description: Dendrobium bigibbum, commonly known as the Cooktown Orchid, is a species of epiphytic orchid native to Australia. It features: Known Range: Dendrobium bigibbum is primarily found in northeastern Australia, particularly in the

Hyacinthus orientalis L. Hyacinth Pink

Hyacinthus orientalis L.

Posted by:admin Posted On:2 Apr 2024

Hyacinthus orientalis L. Taxonomy: Common Names by Region: Description: Hyacinth Pink (Hyacinthus orientalis L.) is a perennial flowering plant known for its fragrant and colorful flowers. It belongs to the genus Hyacinthus within the family Asparagaceae. The Pink variety is