Plants
Rhaphiolepis indica 'Umbellata Minor'
Rhaphiolepis indica 'Umbellata Minor' is an evergreen shrub known for its glossy, dark green leaves and small, fragrant pink or white flowers that bloom in spring. This plant produces purple-black berries in the fall and is drought-tolerant once established. It grows to a height of 3-4 feet and spreads 4-5 feet wide, thriving in full sun to partial shade. Its low-maintenance nature and ornamental appeal make it a popular choice for gardens.
Philodendron sodiroi
Philodendron sodiroi is a climbing epiphyte with silver-mottled, heart-shaped leaves native to Colombia, Ecuador, and Peru. It is known for its ability to remove pollutants like formaldehyde, making it a popular choice for indoor plantscaping. This plant prefers moderate, indirect light and high humidity, forming aerial roots in such conditions.
Tephrosia virginiana
Tephrosia virginiana, native to central and eastern North America, is a clump-forming perennial with pinnate foliage and bi-colored flowers. It prefers hot, well-drained sites and has historical medicinal uses, though all parts contain toxic rotenone.
Syngonium 'Godzilla'
Syngonium 'Godzilla' is a tropical indoor plant with green and white contorted leaves that loves to climb. As it climbs, the leaves grow larger and more deeply lobed, making it an interesting addition to any indoor plant collection. This plant thrives in bright light and adds a unique texture to indoor spaces.
Maxillaria tenuifolia
Maxillaria tenuifolia, an epiphytic orchid species from Mexico to Nicaragua, is known for its small, coconut-scented flowers. The red flowers with yellow or brown speckles grow well under various light conditions, preferring intermediate temperatures and high humidity. This orchid is often grown in bark or coarse mix and requires consistent moisture.
Euphorbia caput-medusae
Euphorbia caput-medusae is a unique plant native to the Cape Town area of South Africa, known for its serpent-like stems emerging from a central caudex. It can sometimes exceed 1 meter in diameter and grows in deep sand or rocky outcrops. This plant's unusual appearance makes it a fascinating addition to succulent collections.
Mammillaria melaleuca
Mammillaria melaleuca is a low-growing cactus with large, bright yellow flowers and prominent tubercles. It prefers a very porous cactus mix soil and requires regular watering in summer while staying dry in winter. This cactus is sensitive to frost and thrives in bright sun or filtered sunlight.
Hydrangea macrophylla 'Ticino'
Hydrangea macrophylla 'Ticino' is a dwarf hydrangea known for its vigorous growth and colorful blooms that can be pink, purple, or blue. Bred in 1969, this plant adds vibrant color to gardens and is suitable for a variety of landscape settings.
Asclepias angustifolia
Asclepias angustifolia is a rare, cold-hardy perennial native to Arizona, known for its role as a host plant for Monarch butterflies. It features slender, upright pods and small flowers that range from whitish to pink. This plant thrives in dry, rocky soils and is found in riparian woodlands and canyons. It is tolerant of both excess and lack of water, making it adaptable to various conditions. Its cold hardiness extends to 10°F, and it is pollinated by small Carpenter Bees.
Pyrrosia piloselloides
Pyrrosia piloselloides is a cool micro fern native to Southeast Asia and Malaysia, known for its waxy green fronds. It spreads via a creeping rhizome and can grow both epiphytically and as a ground sprawler. This fern prefers moderate, indirect light and high humidity, thriving in moist soil or sphagnum moss. Its slow growth makes it ideal for small terrariums or as a tropical houseplant. The plant's adaptability to different growing conditions and its unique spreading habit make it an interesting addition to any plant collection.
Pilea peperomioides
Pilea peperomioides, also known as the Chinese Money Plant, is an erect, evergreen perennial with shiny, dark green, circular leaves. Native to southern China, it is endangered in its natural habitat but popular as a houseplant. It grows best in bright indirect light and well-draining soil, tolerating temperatures near or below freezing.
Aloe vaombe
Aloe vaombe, also known as Malagasy tree aloe, is a large succulent that can grow up to 12 feet tall. It features rich red leaves in winter and produces orange-red flowers in mid-winter, thriving in full sun and drought conditions.
Philodendron 'Small Silver'
Philodendron 'Small Silver' is a climbing plant that thrives in high humidity environments. Known for its unique foliage, this plant is a great choice for vivariums and paludariums. Its adaptability to various conditions makes it a rare and sought-after addition to plant collections.
Episcia 'Carolina's Country Quilt'
Episcia 'Carolina's Country Quilt' is a hybrid variety known for its quilted leaves, which are silver with a chocolate edge. It produces orange-red flowers and is well-suited for hanging baskets, adding a touch of color and texture to indoor or outdoor spaces.
Anthurium antioquiense
Anthurium antioquiense is a striking plant with lance-shaped leaves and vibrant red spathes. It has an upright growth habit and glossy foliage, making it a standout in any collection of tropical plants.
Ficus altissima 'Yellow Gem'
Ficus altissima 'Yellow Gem' is a tropical indoor plant with thick, rubbery leaves that have a bright green base color and a yellow-green blotchy border with yellow veins. The variegation develops best under ideal light conditions, making it a visually appealing addition to indoor spaces.
Neoregelia 'Sweet Vibration'
Neoregelia 'Sweet Vibration' is a medium to large-sized bromeliad with an intense pink center and green splotches on its leaves. This epiphytic plant attaches to other plants, rocks, or backgrounds and holds water in its leaves, providing habitats for small creatures. It forms clumps by producing pups from the mature plant and requires fresh water weekly and good ventilation.
Aquarius subulatus
Aquarius subulatus, commonly known as Ruffle Sword, is an aquatic plant with long, thick, ruffle-textured leaves in a bright green color. Native to Central and South America, it grows submersed along riverbanks and streams. This plant thrives in moderate to high lighting and does not require CO2 injection. It can grow up to 12-24 inches tall and propagates through side shoots.
Hydrangea macrophylla 'Expression'
Hydrangea macrophylla 'Expression' is a captivating plant known for its triple bloom petals, which are highly sensitive to soil pH, affecting their color. Bred in Japan, this hydrangea is a recent introduction, offering a unique floral display that changes with the soil's acidity or alkalinity.
Syngonium 'Mojito'
Syngonium 'Mojito' is an easy-to-grow aroid with a striking appearance, making it a popular choice for tropical plant enthusiasts. This intermediate tropical plant thrives in a variety of indoor environments, offering a lush, green presence.
Hydrangea macrophylla 'Holstein'
Hydrangea macrophylla 'Holstein' is a large-flowered shrub with blooms that vary in color from salmon/pink in neutral soil to sky blue in acidic soil. It flowers from mid-season until the first frost and was bred in Germany in 1928. This hydrangea is a classic choice for adding color to gardens.
Nymphaea 'Tina'
Nymphaea 'Tina' is a tropical water lily known for its striking deep violet-purple flowers and light green leaves with a bronzy tint. This plant is free-flowering and emits a pleasant fragrance, making it a delightful addition to any water garden. It is viviparous, meaning it can produce new plants from its leaves, and is adaptable to various water depths and pool sizes.
Gardenia jasminoides 'August Beauty'
An evergreen shrub from China, this prolific bloomer has creamy white flowers that attract butterflies and bloom all summer. It grows 4 to 6 feet tall and 3 to 4 feet wide, is deer-resistant, and prefers full sun to partial shade.
Alophia drummondii
Alophia drummondii is a herbaceous perennial native to the sandy pinelands of Mississippi, Oklahoma, and Texas. It features narrow, pleated green leaves and purple flowers with yellow and reddish-brown bases. This plant is easy to grow in part-sun settings and blooms from May to October.
Elleanthus oliganthus
Elleanthus oliganthus, known as 'few-flowered Elleanthus', is an epiphytic orchid native to Central and South America. It is characterized by its small number of blooms per inflorescence.
Phlebodium areolatum
Phlebodium areolatum is a fern with glaucous leaves resembling a snow mitt and red-haired rhizomes that lay on top of the soil. It prefers moist soils and sloping sites, making it suitable for shaded garden areas.
Anthurium 'Zara' X Nigrolaminum 'gigi'
Anthurium 'Zara' X Nigrolaminum 'Gigi' is a hybrid plant resulting from a cross between Anthurium 'Zara' and Anthurium nigrolaminum 'Gigi'. This unique seedling was hybridized in-house by Ryan Wilhelm, showcasing the diverse characteristics of its parent plants.
Hoya mindorensis
Hoya mindorensis, native to the Philippines, is a twining epiphyte known for its large leaves and unique, dense clusters of star-shaped flowers. The flowers, with their deep red, almost purple coronas, are adorned with whisker-like hairs and bloom in spherical clusters. This plant thrives in bright, indirect light and prefers temperatures between 60 to 85 degrees Fahrenheit, with moderate humidity. It's a striking addition to any collection, especially for those who appreciate unusual floral displays.