Plants in family apocynaceae
Amsonia palmeri
Amsonia palmeri is a rare blue star plant native to Texas, Arizona, and New Mexico, known for its light blue flowers that bloom in early spring. It features narrow leaves and is a perennial that attracts butterflies. This plant thrives in both sun and light shade, making it versatile for various garden settings.
Hoya multiflora 'Albomarginata'
Hoya multiflora 'Albomarginata' is a tropical plant with delicate white-edged leaves and clusters of fragrant flowers. It is known for its air-purifying qualities and thrives in most lighting conditions, making it a low-maintenance choice for indoor environments.
Amsonia ciliata 'Spring Sky'
Amsonia ciliata 'Spring Sky' is a drought-tolerant native plant forming a 2-foot tall and wide clump. It features sturdy stems with narrow green leaves and sky-blue flowers in spring, with foliage turning golden yellow in fall.
Vinca minor 'Variegata'
Vinca minor 'Variegata' is a trailing vine with green leaves edged in white, known for its evergreen nature in warm climates. It produces lilac-blue flowers in early spring and forms dense mats, making it an excellent groundcover. This plant is hardy in zones 6-11 and is deer resistant.
Adenium obesum 'Grafted Pink'
Adenium obesum 'Grafted Pink' is a striking plant with variegated foliage featuring green, cream, and white patterns. Known for its thick, fleshy leaves and trumpet-shaped pink flowers, this plant grows up to 3 feet tall and thrives in bright, indirect light. It is suitable for USDA zones 9-11 and requires well-drained succulent soil.
Amsonia orientalis 'Blue Ice'
Amsonia orientalis 'Blue Ice' is a low-maintenance perennial with a 2-foot wide mound of narrow, dark green foliage. It produces large clusters of dark lavender-blue flowers and is deer-resistant, making it a versatile choice for various garden settings.
Hoya 'Seanie'
Hoya 'Seanie' is a unique hybrid plant known for its succulent-like, elongated leaves and variegated foliage. The glossy, thick leaves make it an attractive addition to any indoor space. It thrives in bright, indirect light and requires the soil to dry out between waterings. This plant produces clusters of small, star-shaped flowers that emit a pleasant fragrance, adding to its charm.
Hoya buotii
Hoya buotii is a compact tropical plant celebrated for its vibrant orange, pink, and yellow hues. This plant is ideal for indoor cultivation, adding a splash of color to any space. Its compact size makes it suitable for small areas, and it thrives in bright, indirect light. The Hoya buotii is a member of the Hoya genus, known for its waxy leaves and star-shaped flowers, making it a favorite among plant enthusiasts.
Hoya kerrii 'Albomarginata'
Hoya kerrii 'Albomarginata' is a compact plant known for its heart-shaped leaves with creamy-white edges. This tropical plant is a charming addition to any indoor garden, offering a unique and attractive foliage display.
Vinca major
Vinca major is a vining groundcover with variegated green and gold foliage. It produces cornflower-blue blooms throughout summer and fall, effectively suppressing weeds. This plant thrives in full sun to part shade and moist, well-drained soil.
Pseudolithos cubiformis
Pseudolithos cubiformis, native to Somalia, is a unique succulent with a stone-like, cube-shaped appearance. It grows up to 8 inches tall and blooms with flowers that have a distinctive smell. This plant requires well-drained soil and partial sunlight, making it a fascinating addition to succulent collections.
Hoya cagayanensis
Hoya cagayanensis is a tropical vine with cascading growth and waxy, star-shaped flowers. The fragrant, cream-colored blossoms with maroon centers and glossy leaves make it a popular choice for indoor plant enthusiasts.
Amsonia hubrichtii 'String Theory'
Amsonia hubrichtii 'String Theory' is a dwarf selection known for its light blue flowers in mid-April. It grows to 22 inches tall and three feet wide, with foliage expanding to three feet tall and five feet wide by late summer. This plant is tolerant of both dry and moist soils.
Asclepias pinifolia
Asclepias pinifolia is a subshrub from the Yucca-Do collection, found in Tamaulipas at 3100 feet elevation. It grows in dry, rocky sites and resembles a dwarf Amsonia hubrichtii. This plant forms a 2-foot wide clump and produces small light greenish flowers in summer.
Vincetoxicum ascyrifolium
Vincetoxicum ascyrifolium is a compact plant with dark green leaves and clusters of white, star-shaped flowers. It is deer-resistant and drought-tolerant, making it suitable for various garden settings.
Vinca minor 'Wojo's Jem'
Vinca minor 'Wojo's Jem' is a groundcover with variegated leaves featuring creamy yellow centers and dark green edges. It produces large violet-blue flowers in spring and is semi-to-fully evergreen in mild winters. This drought-tolerant plant thrives in part shade and is deer-resistant.
Hoya macrophylla 'Snow Queen'
Hoya macrophylla 'Snow Queen' is a tropical plant with large, heart-shaped leaves that are variegated with green and white. It produces clusters of fragrant, star-shaped creamy white flowers, making it a popular choice for indoor gardens. This plant thrives in bright, indirect light.
Hoya loyceandrewsiana
Hoya loyceandrewsiana is a species of Hoya known for its large, lance-shaped leaves with a velvety texture. The plant's green and silver foliage is complemented by clusters of star-shaped flowers with a maroon center and creamy-white petals. This tropical plant is a favorite among collectors for its striking appearance and unique floral display.