dizygothecadizygotheca
genusgenusElegant tropical plants characterized by their delicate, finely divided leaves that create an intricate, lace-like appearance. These graceful plants display leaves arranged in a star-like pattern, giving them a sophisticated and architectural presence.
Etymology
The name 'Dizygotheca' comes from Greek, where 'di' means 'two,' 'zygos' means 'yoke' or 'pair,' and 'theca' means 'case,' referring to the paired arrangement of structures in their flowers.
Interesting fact!
The leaves of these plants start out coppery-pink or burgundy in color before maturing to deep green, creating a stunning color transformation throughout their growth.