Lavandula canariensis facts for kids
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Lavandula canariensis, often called Canary Island Lavender, is a type of flowering plant. It belongs to the Lamiaceae family, which is also known as the mint family. This special plant grows naturally only on the sunny Canary Islands.
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About Canary Island Lavender
Canary Island Lavender is a unique plant found in the Canary Islands. It is known for its pretty flowers. These flowers attract different insects, like bees, which help the plant make seeds.
What Does It Look Like?
This plant has lovely flowers, just like other types of lavender. The flowers often grow in clusters. They can be very colorful and pleasing to look at. The leaves and stems also have a distinct shape.
Where Does It Grow?
Lavandula canariensis is native to the Canary Islands. This means it grows there naturally and nowhere else in the world. The Canary Islands are a group of islands off the coast of Africa. They have a warm climate that this plant loves.
Who Discovered This Plant?
A scientist named Philip Miller first described this plant in 1768. When a scientist "describes" a plant, it means they officially name it and write down all its features. This helps other scientists learn about it.
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Flowers with a pollinator, a type of bee called Anthophora alluaudi
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See also
In Spanish: Lavandula canariensis para niños
