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A25 GOLDSHOWER (Galphimia glauca or gracilis) Malpighiaceae family Goldshower is a tropical evergreen shrub that produces clusters of small yellow flowers throughout the year. Native to Mexico and Central America, where it is used in traditional medicine for various ailments Can grow up to 10 feet tall and wide Prefers full sun to partial shade Also known as slender goldshower, …
A20 DRAGON TAIL BROMELIAD (Aechmea blanchetiana) Bromeliaceae family Dragon tail bromeliad is a striking plant. It is native to the Atlantic forest in eastern Brazil. Leaves vary in color from pale green to bright orange, depending on the amount of sun exposure. The more sun, the more orange the leaves become. Terrestrial or epiphytic Long, thorny leaves can reach up …
A19 CROTON (Codiaeum variegatum) Euphorbiaceae family Known for its bright, variegated foliage that could range from green, pink, white, orange, red, purple and yellow, this evergreen shrub can grow up to 10 feet tall. They can be grouped together for ornamental effect. Can serve as a bold focal point in a garden or colorful hedge Milky sap can cause …
A18 JADEVINE (Strongylodon macrobotrys) Fabaceae family Jadevine is a perennial woody vine that belongs to the pea and bean family (Fabaceae). It is endemic to the tropical forests of the Philippines, where it climbs up tall trees to reach sunlight. Produces spectacular clusters of claw-shaped flowers that hang from long stems Flowers have a unique turquoise color that resembles some …
A17 THE MANDRINETTE (Hibiscus fragilis) Malvaceae family Hibiscus fragilis, also known as The Mandrinette, is a critically endangered species of hibiscus that is native to the islands of Mauritius and Rodrigues in the Indian Ocean. It is threatened by habitat loss, invasive plants, and hybridization. Only 46 mature individuals remain in the wild, and conservation efforts are underway to propagate …
A16 TI PLANT (Cordyline fruiticosa) Asparagaceae family An evergreen flowering plant of great cultural importance to several religions of the Pacific Islands. It is also cultivated for food and medicine as well as an ornamental. The ti (🌺kī) is a palm-like plant growing to 15 feet tall with a fanlike spiraling array of elongated leaves at the tip of a …
A15 RED GINGER (Alpinia purpurata) Zingiberacea family Native to parts of Melanesia, but it has been introduced and naturalized in many tropical regions, including Hawai’i. This plant prefers partial shade and moist conditions. Their showy “flower” is actually colorful bracts. The true flower is the small white flower on top. Striking red, pink, or white floral bracts that surround the …
A14 BROMELIAD Bromeliaceae family Neoregelia marmorata Neoreglia spectabilis Aechmea blanchetiana Bromeliads are a family of plants (Bromeliaceae, the pineapple family) native to tropical North and South America. There are about 2500 species and several thousand hybrids and cultivars. Those species used as houseplants have some of the most colorful bracts, ranging from pink to deep purple. These plants form …
A13 ARROWHEAD PLANT (Syngonium podophyllum) Araceae family Native to Latin America, this plant climbs over trees, clinging by its roots. It can also spread as a ground cover. In nature, leaves are dark green; cultivars have added variety in shades of green and variegation. Propagates readily through cuttings. All parts of the plant are toxic due to oxalic acid concentrations.
A12 GOLDEN POTHOS (Epipremnum aureum) Araceae family Is a native to Mo’orea. It is a popular house plant but has become naturalized in tropical regions where it has caused ecological damage in places. In nature, leaves are dark green; cultivars have added variety in shades of green and variegation. Evergreen vine to 66 feet Indirect light Allow soil to dry …