Digitalis sceptrum (common names; sceptre foxglove, bush foxglove or Madeiran foxglove) is a species of Digitalis from Madeira.

Description

Digitalis sceptrum (previously known as isoplexis sceptrum) is a tender evergreen shrub in the foxglove family, growing up to 1.8m. high. Leaves are toothed and oblong or ovate in shape; flowers consist of racemes of yellow, orange or tawny russet, often netted with chocolate-brown, appearing in summer. Digitalis sceptrum prefers wooded habitats, cloud forests and steep slopes, often near water. It may take up to five years to reach full flowering maturity.

External links

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  • Data related to Digitalis sceptrum at Wikispecies