Plants
Hoya macrophylla 'Splash'
Hoya macrophylla 'Splash' is a trailing or twining plant with very large leaves that can grow up to 3 inches wide and 6-8 inches long. The 'Splash' variety is noted for its white splashes on the leaves. It thrives in bright, indirect light and temperatures between 60 to 85 degrees, requiring watering when the soil surface is dry.
Euphorbia tithymaloides 'Variegatus'
Euphorbia tithymaloides 'Variegatus', commonly known as the 'Zigzag Plant' or 'Devil's Backbone', is a succulent native to the West Indies and Mexico. It features succulent stems with white, milky sap and green leaves variegated with white and pink. This plant is drought-tolerant and can adapt to a range of sunlight conditions, making it a versatile choice for various garden settings.
Stokesia laevis
Stokesia laevis, native to the southeastern United States, is a monotypic genus in the daisy family known for its summer flowers in purple, blue, or white. This garden flower forms a 12-inch clump with light green foliage and unusual powder blue flowers in late spring. It is named after Jonathan Stokes, an English botanist and physician.
Acalypha pendula
Acalypha pendula, also known as Red Hot Cat Tails, is a subshrub native to the Caribbean. It features medium green oval leaves and drooping inflorescences lined with flowers. The plant thrives in full sun or partial shade and prefers moist, well-drained soil. It is part of the Euphorbiaceae family and is known for its unique, eye-catching blooms.
Lilaeopsis mauritiana
Lilaeopsis mauritiana is a thin-leaf variant of Lilaeopsis Brasiliensis, ideal for creating a lush, grassy foreground in aquariums. It grows quickly under high light and CO2 conditions, forming a dense, carpet-like effect. This plant is relatively undemanding and can grow emersed, making it versatile for different aquarium setups. It is sold as a tissue culture cup, ensuring it is free from snails, algae, pathogens, and bacteria. Regular trimming helps maintain its lawn-like appearance.
Anubias 'Jalapeno'
Anubias 'Jalapeno' is an aquatic plant hybrid between Anubias Chili and Anubias Minima Variegated, known for its potential leaf variegation. It thrives in low light conditions and requires nutrients from the water column or substrate, making it suitable for freshwater aquariums.
Asplenium nidus 'Japanese'
Asplenium nidus 'Japanese' is a pet-friendly fern with long green fronds, known for its low maintenance requirements. It prefers bright, indirect light but can also handle low-light environments, making it a versatile choice for indoor spaces.
Bacopa lanigera 'Variegata'
Bacopa lanigera 'Variegata', also known as Hairy Bacopa, is a variegated aquatic plant that develops green color under optimal submerged conditions. It requires a high-tech aquarium with CO2 and nutrients and can also grow in garden ponds with damp soil. This plant produces blue-violet blooms when emerged, adding a splash of color to aquatic settings.
Nandina domestica 'Murasaki'
Nandina domestica 'Murasaki' is a compact, low-maintenance shrub that grows to about 2 feet in height and width. It thrives in USDA zones 6-10, preferring partial sun to partial shade and consistently moist, well-drained soil. This versatile plant can adapt to various soil types and is known for its resilience and ease of care. 'Murasaki' is an evergreen shrub, providing year-round interest with its attractive foliage.
Buddleja davidii 'Miss Molly'
This deciduous shrub has large conical flowers and green to greenish-silver velvety leaves. It attracts butterflies, hummingbirds, and bees with its tiny red flowers on long conical spears that appear in July and rebloom until the first hard frost. It is non-invasive, drought-tolerant, disease-free, and deer-resistant, thriving in USDA hardiness zones 5-9 and preferring full sun.
Sansevieria 'Gabriela'
Sansevieria 'Gabriela' is a hardy houseplant known for its tall, sword-shaped leaves that are sharply pointed. It is easy to care for and tolerates low light conditions, making it an adaptable choice for indoor spaces.
Aquarius grandiflorus
The Argentine Sword, or Aquarius grandiflorus, is a true aquatic plant native to tropical South America. Known for its heavy root feeding, it thrives in nutrient-rich substrates and is ideal for beginners. This plant provides excellent cover for small fish and is particularly suitable for Discus aquariums. It can grow both submerged and emerged, requiring medium to high lighting conditions.
Brocchinia reducta
Brocchinia reducta is a carnivorous bromeliad native to the cool Tepuis of Northeastern South America. It grows in nutrient-poor, high moisture soil and features a funnel-like structure with a waxy coating that attracts insects. The plant emits a sweet odor to lure prey and has leaves that form a water-storing cup to trap insects.
Calathea 'Vitatta'
Calathea 'Vitatta' is known for its distinctive long, waxy green leaves with white veins. It thrives in high humidity and moist soil, with leaves that curl up at night and unfurl in the morning, adding dynamic movement to indoor spaces.
Euphorbia tithymaloides 'Nana'
Euphorbia tithymaloides 'Nana' is a compact plant that thrives in bright, indirect light and temperatures ranging from 40 to 100 degrees. It grows up to 6 inches tall and prefers humidity around 50%. The soil should be allowed to dry between waterings, making it a low-maintenance choice for indoor gardens.
Begonia 'Harmony's Dance Of Dragons'
Begonia 'Harmony's Dance Of Dragons' is a Rex hybrid with leaves in different shades of red, featuring deep red margins and crimson centers separated by a white stripe. It grows 10 to 12 inches tall and requires shade to partial shade, with a temperature range of 50 to 90 degrees. This begonia needs extra humidity and should be allowed to dry between waterings.
Peperomia incana
Peperomia incana is a species native to Brazil, notable for its greenish-gray oval leaves covered in fine trichomes. It has a bunching habit and grows well in moderate to bright, indirect light, preferring moderate to high humidity. This plant requires well-draining soil and is easy to grow, making it a popular choice for houseplant enthusiasts.
Adiantum tricholepis
Adiantum tricholepis is a dainty fern native to central Texas, often found near rivers and streams. It features 18-inch long, arching fronds and prefers moist soil with a pH of at least 6.0. This fern is a smaller version of the more common Adiantum capillus-veneris.
Begonia 'Pink Minx'
Begonia 'Pink Minx' is a cane-like cultivar with dark green leaves adorned with silver-pink splashes. It produces pink flowers in clusters and requires high humidity and bright, indirect light to thrive.
Sedum palmeri
Sedum palmeri, native to Mexico, is a perennial succulent with persistent light green leaves that turn red in winter. It forms a rounded cushion about 18 inches wide and produces golden yellow flowers in spring. This plant thrives in well-drained sites and open shade, making it a resilient choice for xeriscaping and low-maintenance gardens.
Dendrobium cuthbertsonii
Dendrobium cuthbertsonii is a miniature epiphytic orchid native to New Guinea and the Bismarck Archipelago, thriving at high altitudes. It is known for its long-lasting flowers, which can vary in color from crimson to orangey-red. This orchid requires cool to cold conditions, high humidity, and excellent airflow. Its small size and unique floral display make it a fascinating addition to any orchid collection.
Begonia 'Autumn Embers'
Begonia 'Autumn Embers' is a plant with rusty-colored leaves, suitable for vivariums or terrariums. It can also be kept as a houseplant, offering a warm, autumnal hue to indoor spaces.
Syngonium 'Ice Frost'
Syngonium 'Ice Frost' is a tropical indoor plant known for its leaves with a frosty sheen and thicker appearance. It thrives in low light conditions and is available in medium to small pot sizes. This plant is a rare find and adds a unique touch to any indoor plant collection.
Ceropegia linearis ssp. woodii 'Silver Glory'
Ceropegia linearis ssp. woodii 'Silver Glory', a succulent vine native to Africa, is known for its heart-shaped leaves in shades of green and silver. It forms small gray tubers on stem nodes and thrives in bright light or direct sun. This plant requires dry conditions between waterings.
Peperomia 'Watermelon'
Peperomia 'Watermelon' is a tropical indoor plant native to northern South America, known for its oval green leaves with curved silver stripes and red stems. It produces tiny green flower spikes in summer. This plant is easy to care for and pet-friendly, thriving in low light conditions. Its unique leaf pattern resembles a watermelon rind, making it a popular choice for houseplant enthusiasts.
Dracaena marginata
This durable plant features deep green leaves with red edges and is known for its ability to remove formaldehyde, benzene, and trichloroethylene from the air. It thrives in bright indirect light and adapts well to low light and warm temperatures. The plant is a natural humidifier and requires minimal maintenance, making it ideal for indoor environments.
Pelargonium carnosum
Pelargonium carnosum, native to South Africa, is a deciduous plant with fleshy stalks and a swollen tuber-like rootstock. It grows up to 24 inches tall and features tiny flowers in shades of creamy pink or pink crimson. This plant prefers light shade or morning sun and requires specific watering schedules to thrive.
Agave americana
Agave americana, often called the 'American aloe', is a striking succulent native to Mexico and the southern United States. It is known for its large, gray-green leaves with spiky edges and a sharp tip, which can grow up to 5 feet long. This plant is unique because it flowers only once in its lifetime, producing a tall stalk with yellow blooms before dying. It thrives in sunny, dry environments and is a popular choice for xeriscaping due to its drought tolerance. Agave americana has been used historically in Mexico to make pulque, a traditional alcoholic beverage, and its leaves provide fibers for textiles. Despite its common name, it is not related to the Aloe genus. The plant is also recognized for its ability to grow in various light conditions, from full sun to shade, and requires minimal watering. It has several subspecies and varieties, some of which have received accolades for their ornamental value.
Euphorbia tithymaloides 'Splish Splash'
Euphorbia tithymaloides 'Splish Splash' is a compact plant known for its bright, indirect light requirements and temperature tolerance from 40 to 100 degrees. It grows up to 6 inches tall and prefers humidity around 50%, with soil that dries between waterings. This low-maintenance plant is ideal for indoor spaces, offering a unique appearance with its distinctive foliage.