Plants in family apocynaceae
Hoya chlorantha
Hoya chlorantha is a tropical plant with large, glossy, oval-shaped leaves and clusters of fragrant yellow flowers. This plant is known for its lush foliage and aromatic blooms, making it a favorite among indoor plant enthusiasts.
Pseudolithos harardheranus
Pseudolithos harardheranus is a highly succulent plant indigenous to Somalia, Yemen, and Oman, known for its tessellated stem surface and small flowers on a spherical body.
Orbea variegata 'Lepida'
This fleshy-stemmed perennial succulent forms compact clumps or mats with stems 5-7.5 cm long and 8-10 mm thick. It produces greenish-yellow flowers with purple-brown dots near the base of the stems. The plant's outer corona-lobes are 3 mm long and 1.5-2 mm broad, while the inner corona-lobes are pale yellow or greenish and 2-horned.
Asclepias angustifolia 'Sonoita'
Asclepias angustifolia 'Sonoita' is a native plant of southern Arizona and Mexico, thriving at elevations between 4,000 and 7,000 feet. It forms a compact clump of upright stalks, reaching about 2 feet in height and width. The plant features amsonia-like foliage and produces blush pink buds that open to white flowers from May through September. It is known for attracting butterflies and is both deer and drought resistant.
Plumeria 'Siam Ruby'
This plant features flowers that emerge from reddish buds, with white petals accented by a hot pink band and a yellow/orange throat. It is known for its sweet scent.
Vinca minor 'Ralph Shugert'
Vinca minor 'Ralph Shugert' is an evergreen groundcover with blue-violet flowers that support butterflies and pollinators. It is resistant to deer and rabbits and has won the Award of Garden Merit. This plant thrives in full sun to partial shade and is effective for erosion control.
Asclepias incarnata
Asclepias incarnata, commonly known as swamp milkweed, is a native perennial with fragrant, bright pink and white blooms. It serves as a host plant for Monarch caterpillars and thrives in moist conditions, making it ideal for rain gardens. This plant is hardy in USDA zones 3 to 6 and grows up to 4-5 feet tall. Its bitter milky sap deters deer and rabbits, and it attracts Monarch butterflies, hummingbirds, and bees.
Amsonia 'Blue Ice'
Amsonia 'Blue Ice' is a native perennial known for its bright blue, star-shaped flowers that bloom in early spring. This compact plant is drought-tolerant and deer-resistant, with dark green foliage that turns a vibrant yellow in the fall. It thrives in full sun to part shade and is effective at crowding out weeds with its dense growth.
Hoya fungii
Hoya fungii is a tropical plant with glossy, succulent-like leaves and clusters of star-shaped flowers. It thrives in bright, indirect light and requires well-draining, porous soil. This Hoya species prefers high humidity and is mildly toxic to pets and humans if ingested, making it a unique addition to indoor plant collections.
Amsonia tabernaemontana 'Storm Cloud'
Amsonia tabernaemontana 'Storm Cloud' is a low-maintenance perennial known for its striking sky blue flowers and unique black stems upon emergence. This plant forms a compact clump about 2 feet tall and 3 feet wide, making it a versatile addition to various garden settings. It is deer-resistant and can hybridize with other amsonias, offering a wide range of garden tolerance. 'Storm Cloud' thrives in diverse soil conditions, from very dry to soggy, and performs best with more than 4 hours of sunlight daily. It attracts pollinators like insects and hummingbirds, adding life to any garden space.
Hoya lambii
Hoya lambii is a species of Hoya with elongated, lance-shaped leaves featuring prominent veins and a unique texture. It produces clusters of fragrant, star-shaped flowers in colors ranging from pale yellow to creamy white.
Hoya archboldiana
Hoya archboldiana, discovered in Papua New Guinea in 1933, is cultivated as an ornamental plant. It requires protection in temperate climates, making it suitable for indoor cultivation. This plant is known for its attractive foliage and unique growth habit, making it a favorite among plant enthusiasts.
Vincetoxicum pycnostelma
Vincetoxicum pycnostelma, also known as Asian milkweed, is a perennial with thin, upright stalks and long, narrow leaves. It produces small, green, star-shaped flowers from May through July and is native to sunny mountain slopes in East Asia. This plant is used in traditional Asian medicine.
Hoya paradisea
Hoya paradisea is a trailing or twining plant native to Papua New Guinea, known for its dainty oval leaves that emerge golden to orange. It thrives in bright, indirect light and temperatures between 60 to 85 degrees Fahrenheit. This plant requires watering when the soil surface is dry and is a member of the Apocynaceae family.
Hoya imperialis 'Red'
Hoya imperialis 'Red' is a tropical plant admired for its large, glossy, oval-shaped leaves and deep red coloration. It is versatile, thriving both indoors and outdoors, and adds a touch of exotic beauty to any setting. The plant's glossy texture and vibrant color make it a standout choice for plant enthusiasts. It is well-suited for those looking to add a tropical flair to their plant collection.
Nerium oleander
Nerium oleander is a drought-resistant evergreen shrub known for its toxic sap and fragrant white flowers. It blooms from early summer to early fall, attracting hummingbirds and bees. This plant is not cold hardy but tolerates drought, salt spray, and high heat, making it suitable for zones 8-10.