Plants in family asparagaceae
Nolina microcarpa
Nolina microcarpa, also known as bear grass, is a large, clumping species native to northern Mexico, Arizona, and New Mexico. It features evergreen, grass-like leaves that can reach nearly 36 inches in length and produces tiny white flowers in spring. The plant is dominant in desert grasslands and chaparral, resprouting after wildfires. It provides food for wildlife but is toxic to some livestock.
Dracaena 'Lime Light'
Dracaena 'Lime Light', also known as Dragon Tree, features glossy, lime-green leaves and thrives as a low-light interior plant. It prefers medium to bright light for the best leaf color and is known for its air-purifying qualities.
Nolina bigelovii
Nolina bigelovii, commonly known as beargrass, is a flowering plant native to the dry desert areas of the Southwestern United States and northwest Mexico. It features a trunk-like stem that can exceed 6 feet in length, with semi-stiff, shreddy leaves arranged in rosettes. The plant's inflorescence can reach up to 13 feet in height, showcasing small flowers with six whitish tepals. This species thrives in harsh desert conditions and is prevalent along the Lower Colorado River Valley. Its blue-green foliage and impressive size make it a distinctive addition to xeriscaping projects.
Asparagus densiflorus 'Meyeri'
Asparagus densiflorus 'Meyeri', also known as the foxtail fern, is a bushy plant that grows 24 to 48 inches tall. It is a fast-growing, showy houseplant that thrives in part sun, shade, or under grow lights. This plant prefers well-draining soil and a moderate fertilization schedule.
Chlorophytum comosum 'Bonnie'
This flowering perennial native to tropical South Africa has thin ribbon-like leaves and produces small white flowers. It is known for its air-purifying qualities.
Asparagus densiflorus 'Myers'
Asparagus densiflorus 'Myers', also known as foxtail fern, is an evergreen perennial with vertical plumes and weeping foliage. It is not a true fern but a member of the lily family, producing tiny white flowers in spring. The plant thrives in dappled sunlight or full shade and is tolerant of temperatures as low as 15°F.
Sansevieria 'Black Gold Hahnii'
Sansevieria 'Black Gold Hahnii' is an easy-care houseplant with tall, sharply-pointed, sword-shaped leaves. It is tolerant of low light levels and is known for its adaptability, making it a popular choice for indoor plant enthusiasts.
Sansevieria 'Whale Fin'
Sansevieria 'Whale Fin' is a distinctive plant with a whale fin-shaped leaf, known for its succulent-like qualities and ease of care. It grows slowly and is ideal for those seeking a low-maintenance plant. Its unique shape and variegated pattern make it a rare and interesting addition to any plant collection.
Triteleia peduncularis
Triteleia peduncularis is a perennial wildflower endemic to California, known for its star-like white and blue flowers that bloom in late spring. It grows in vernally moist habitats, often with serpentine soils, and features narrow basal leaves and an erect stem up to 80 cm tall. This plant is a member of the monocot family and adds a delicate touch to wildflower gardens.
Yucca constricta
Yucca constricta, commonly known as Buckley's yucca, is a striking plant with a 3-foot wide rosette of narrow, glaucous-green leaves. It develops a short trunk and produces a 6-foot tall flowering spike of white bell-shaped flowers. Native to Texas and Coahuila, Mexico, this plant attracts hummingbirds and thrives in dry conditions.
Asparagus africanus
Asparagus africanus is a South African native asparagus fern with thin upright stalks that form a 1-foot wide clump. It produces very stiff dark green 'fronds' and can fill a 4-foot tall by 4-foot wide space. This plant is known for its medicinal properties and is used to treat various health conditions. It is a spiny shrub or climbing plant with a rhizomatous root system and fern-like cladodes.
Sansevieria 'Black Dragon'
Sansevieria 'Black Dragon' is a hardy houseplant known for its tall, sword-shaped leaves that thrive in low-light conditions. This adaptable plant is easy to care for, making it a popular choice for indoor spaces. Its striking foliage adds a touch of greenery to any room.
Asparagus setaceus
A member of the Liliaceae family, this plant prefers humidity and indirect light, with care similar to most ferns. It has lush, frilly foliage and thorny spurs, and is toxic to humans and animals. It is commonly placed in hanging displays.
Agave mckelveyana
Agave mckelveyana is a winter-hardy century plant species native to western Arizona, thriving at elevations of 3,000 to 6,000 feet. It forms a small suckering rosette with grey-green leaves up to 10 inches long. This plant is sensitive to overwatering, especially in winter, and features a flowering stalk up to 16 feet tall with yellowish flowers.
Asparagus virgatus
Asparagus virgatus, also known as tree fern or African broom fern, features fine bushy stems and needle-like leaves. It produces small white flowers and red berries, thriving in shady undergrowth.
Hosta 'Krossa Regal'
Hosta 'Krossa Regal' is a herbaceous perennial with frosty-blue green foliage and a vase-like habit. It produces pale lavender flowers atop 5-foot tall stalks and attracts butterflies, hummingbirds, and songbirds. This shade-loving plant prefers evenly moist, organic-rich, well-drained soils.
Chlorophytum comosum 'Reverse'
Chlorophytum comosum 'Reverse' is a flowering perennial native to tropical South Africa, known for its thin ribbon-like leaves and small white flowers. It is celebrated for its air-purifying qualities, making it a popular choice for indoor environments.
Drimiopsis maculata
Drimiopsis maculata, also known as little white soldiers, is a bulbous plant from South Africa with fleshy green leaves covered in dark spots. It produces flower spikes of tiny off-white bells and prefers moderate to bright indirect light. This easy-to-grow plant requires a period of dormancy in winter.
Aloe 'White Fox'
Aloe 'White Fox' is a dwarf succulent with distinctive green leaves adorned with white markings and salmon-colored flowers. This plant is drought-tolerant and thrives in bright, indirect sunlight, making it ideal for sunny areas, especially south-facing locations. It requires minimal watering, allowing the soil to dry completely between waterings. Known for its adaptability, it can reproduce in various ways, making it a versatile addition to any succulent collection.
Yucca rostrata
Yucca rostrata is a striking plant native to Texas, Chihuahua, and Coahuila, known for its tall trunk and crown of narrow, powder-blue leaves. It produces large panicles of white flowers and is hardy down to USDA zone 5. This yucca is popular in desert and coastal landscaping, offering drought tolerance and deer resistance. Its unique appearance and resilience make it a standout choice for xeriscaping and ornamental gardens.
Yucca thompsoniana
Yucca thompsoniana, native to Texas and Northern Mexico, is a tree yucca with a single trunk and narrow, blue-grey foliage. It blooms with white flowers on tall spikes in late spring, attracting hummingbirds. This plant is drought-tolerant and deer-resistant, making it suitable for xeriscaping and sunny garden areas.
Eucomis humilis
Eucomis humilis, a species of pineapple lily, is native to the Drakensberg mountains of South Africa. It is known for its wide leaves with red-purple patterning at the base and white flowers on 18-inch tall scapes in August. This drought-tolerant plant thrives in damp habitats and can be grown outside in mild frost conditions. Eucomis humilis is a short summer-growing bulbous plant, making it a unique addition to rock gardens and water-fed grasslands.
Agave chrysantha
Agave chrysantha is a large agave native to central Arizona, known for its grayish-yellow leaves and bright yellow flowers. It grows in volcanic cliffs and attracts hummingbirds.
Yucca gloriosa var. tristis
Yucca gloriosa var. tristis is a trunked yucca native to the southeast US, known for its weeping blue-green leaves edged with chartreuse. It produces large, white bell-shaped flowers in mid-summer and is deer-resistant. This yucca is a stunning garden specimen, thriving in sunny, well-drained locations.
Dracaena roxburghiana
Dracaena roxburghiana is a low-maintenance indoor plant with banded green and dark green leaves. It spreads by rhizomes and rarely blooms indoors. This evergreen perennial is known for its air-purifying qualities and can grow up to 2-3 feet tall. It thrives in partial sun to partial shade and requires well-draining soil. However, it is toxic to cats, dogs, and humans if ingested, so caution is advised.
Ruscus hyrcanus
Ruscus hyrcanus is a rare perennial evergreen shrub native to the Black Sea region, including Iran and Azerbaijan. It grows to about 12-20 inches tall with prickly, leathery green stems and produces red berries. This plant is a conservation concern in Azerbaijan and thrives in lowland forests.
Chlorophytum filipendulum ssp. amaniense
Chlorophytum filipendulum ssp. amaniense is a Tanzanian plant with glossy dark green leaves and bright orange petioles. It produces cream-colored flowers and grows best in shade to partial shade, reaching heights of 12 to 15 inches. This plant prefers to dry slightly between waterings and thrives in temperatures between 50 and 95 degrees Fahrenheit.