Salvia darcyi facts for kids
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Salvia darcyi is a special kind of plant that grows in the mountains of Mexico. It's a shrub, which means it's a woody plant smaller than a tree. This plant is also a herbaceous perennial, meaning its soft green parts die back in winter, but its roots stay alive to grow new shoots every spring.
This beautiful plant was first found in the wild in 1991. Since then, people have started growing it in their gardens. It was named after a British plant expert, John d'Arcy, by another botanist named James Compton. They found the plant together on a trip.
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Where Does Salvia Darcyi Grow?
Salvia darcyi naturally grows in a very small area. This area is high up in the eastern part of the Sierra Madre Oriental mountains in Mexico. It grows at about 9,000 feet (2,743 meters) above sea level. That's really high, like being on top of a tall mountain!
What Does Salvia Darcyi Look Like?
This plant can grow up to 3 feet (about 90 centimeters) tall. It has roots that spread out underground, helping new plants grow nearby.
Leaves and Flowers
The leaves of Salvia darcyi are a light green color and shaped like a triangle. They are also quite sticky to the touch.
The flowers are a bright coral red, which is a mix of orange and red. Each flower is about 1.5 inches (3.8 centimeters) long. These colorful flowers grow on tall stems called inflorescences, which can reach up to 2 feet (60 centimeters) high.
How Was Salvia Darcyi Discovered?
Salvia darcyi was found in 1991. It was discovered by botanists James Compton and John d'Arcy. They were exploring the mountains of Mexico when they came across this unique plant.
After its discovery, the plant became popular for gardening. People who study and grow plants (this is called horticulture) started selling it. Sometimes, it was sold under different names before its official name, Salvia darcyi, became well-known.
