Alophia facts for kids
Quick facts for kids Alophia |
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| Alophia drummondii | |
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| Kingdom: | Plantae |
| Clade: | Tracheophytes |
| Clade: | Angiosperms |
| Clade: | Monocots |
| Order: | Asparagales |
| Family: | Iridaceae |
| Subfamily: | Iridoideae |
| Tribe: | Tigridieae |
| Genus: | Alophia Herb. |
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| Alophia drummondii (Graham) Herbert
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Alophia is a small group of beautiful flowering plants. They are known for their bright colors. These plants are part of the Iridaceae family, which also includes iris and gladiolus. There are five types, or species, of Alophia plants.
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About Alophia Plants
Alophia plants are special because they are perennial. This means they live for more than two years. They are also herbaceous, which means they have soft stems instead of woody ones like trees. These plants grow from a special underground part called a bulb. A bulb is like a storage unit for the plant.
Where Do Alophia Plants Grow?
You can find Alophia plants in several places. They grow in the south-central parts of the United States. They are also found in Mexico, Central America, and some areas of South America. This shows they can live in different warm climates.
What's in a Name?
The name Alophia comes from ancient Greek words. The word a- means "without." The word lophos means "crest." So, Alophia means "without a crest." This name likely describes a feature of the plant's flower.
Types of Alophia Plants
There are five known species of Alophia. Each one has its own special features and places where it grows. Here are the different types:
- Alophia drummondii: This species grows from the south-central United States down to Mexico. You can also find it in Guyana and Bolivia.
- Alophia intermedia: This type is found in the northwest part of Mexico. Specifically, it grows in a state called Sinaloa.
- Alophia medusa: This species grows in Brazil. It is found in the Goiás region.
- Alophia silvestris: You can find this plant from southern Mexico all the way to Costa Rica.
- Alophia veracruzana: This species is found only in Mexico. It grows in the Veracruz area.
See also
In Spanish: Alophia para niños
