Pachystachys lutea (Golden Shrimp Plant)
Overview of Pachystachys lutea Pachystachys lutea, commonly known as golden shrimp plant, planta camarón, camarón dorado, choclo de oro, or lollipop plant, is a tropical evergreen shrub admired for its bright yellow bracts and long-lasting ornamental display. The plant is valued mainly for its decorative bracts rather than its small white flowers, which emerge between […]
Cupressus macrocarpa ‘Goldcrest’ (Lemon Cypress)
Overview of Cupressus macrocarpa ‘Goldcrest’ Cupressus macrocarpa ‘Goldcrest’, commonly known as lemon cypress, ciprés limón, or cedro limón, is an evergreen conifer admired for its bright golden-yellow foliage and fresh citrus-like aroma. It is widely grown as an ornamental plant in gardens, containers, and landscaped areas. This cultivar is especially popular for its vivid color […]
Euphorbia umbellata (African Milk Tree)
Overview of Euphorbia umbellata Euphorbia umbellata, commonly known as African milk tree, lechero africano, or árbol de la vida, is a fast-growing ornamental shrub or small tree valued for its colorful foliage and architectural form. It belongs to the Euphorbiaceae family and is widely planted in warm climates as a decorative feature plant. The species […]
Silybum marianum (Milk Thistle)
Overview of Silybum marianum Silybum marianum, commonly known as milk thistle or cardo mariano, is a robust annual to biennial plant admired for its striking variegated foliage and large purple flower heads. It belongs to the Asteraceae family and is easily recognized by its bold appearance and spiny structure. Although widely known in traditional contexts, […]
Oenothera biennis (Evening Primrose)
Overview of Oenothera biennis Oenothera biennis, commonly known as evening primrose, onagra, or hierba de burro, is a biennial flowering plant valued for its bright yellow flowers that open in the evening. It is widely grown in ornamental gardens and naturalistic plantings for its resilience and distinctive blooming habit. The plant is well known for […]
Thladiantha dubia (Tuberous Gourd)
Overview of Thladiantha dubia Thladiantha dubia, commonly known as tuberous gourd or calabaza de tubérculo, is a perennial climbing plant valued for its vigorous growth, heart-shaped leaves, and ornamental flowers and fruits. It belongs to the Cucurbitaceae family and develops underground tubers that allow it to regrow each year. This species is primarily grown for […]
Teucrium fruticans (Shrubby Germander)
Overview of Teucrium fruticans Teucrium fruticans, commonly known as shrubby germander, olivilla, or salvia amarga, is an evergreen Mediterranean shrub valued for its silvery foliage and soft blue flowers. It is widely used in ornamental gardening due to its drought tolerance, neat appearance, and adaptability to pruning. This species is especially appreciated in warm climates […]
Euryops pectinatus (Grey Marguerite)
Overview of Euryops pectinatus Euryops pectinatus, commonly known as yellow daisy, grey marguerite, or margaritero gris, is a perennial flowering shrub valued for its bright yellow daisy-like flowers and silvery-green foliage. It is widely used in ornamental gardens for its long flowering season and high tolerance to heat and drought. This species is especially popular […]
Euphorbia cotinifolia (Caribbean Copper Plant)
Overview of Euphorbia cotinifolia Euphorbia cotinifolia, commonly known as Caribbean copper plant, sangre libanesa, or lechero rojo, is a striking ornamental shrub or small tree valued for its deep red to purple foliage. It is widely used in warm climates for its bold color and architectural presence. This species belongs to the Euphorbiaceae family and […]
Euphorbia cotinifolia (Caribbean Copper Plant)
Overview of Euphorbia cotinifolia Euphorbia cotinifolia, commonly known as Caribbean copper plant, sangre libanesa, or lechero rojo, is a striking ornamental shrub or small tree valued for its deep red to purple foliage. It is widely used in warm climates for its bold color and architectural presence. This species belongs to the Euphorbiaceae family and […]