In the backyard of a house on the east side of Torrance, there is a greenhouse. A full, leafy canopy frames either side of the wooden door. Overlapping palms and succulents soak up the sun. Inside the ...

It was confirmed on the 5th that 14 new subtropical and tropical plant species have been discovered domestically. As the ...

The tropics is home to a great many plant species with flamboyantly colorful flowers and foliage. This may raise an eyebrow or two, but perhaps it’s time we temperate climate gardeners toss our ...

This is a preview. Log in through your library . Abstract Oceanic islands are good model systems with which to explore factors affecting exotic species diversity. Islands vary in size, topography, ...

Bromeliads are a wonderful group of tropical plants that are understandably popular: They are easy to grow, colorful and stay in bloom for a long time. Because they are not cold hardy, we grow them in ...

If you are ready to venture into the world of exotic tropical fruit, consider planting a tree from the annonaceae or custard-apple family. Several tasty species are available and grow well here in ...

For plant enthusiast Jocelyn Ho, what started off as a hobby during the 2020 COVID-19 shutdown has grown into more than what she expected. Known as the Rare Plant Fairy, Ho, 36, quickly gained a ...

Tropical plants have been changing the palette and character of summer gardens in every climate lately. Lush, leafy canna lilies are leading the charge. "They grow fast, and they have great foliage ...

The first time you see a Japanese emperor oak (Quercus dentata ‘Pinnatifida’) you’ll be convinced it’s a tropical houseplant. That’s because the leaves on this amazing little tree are so heavily ...

The gardening trend seen most often now is growing plants we might call “exotic” to the Mojave Desert environment. Exotic might simply be anything that doesn’t naturally grow here, or it could mean ...

Burl Mostul had a thought: If he could create lush gardens with exotic and tropical plants, his Oregon City nursery customers could see that they, too, could push horticultural boundaries. Tasting ...

Meet the unique tropical houseplant that remains small and easy to care for. See why this herbaceous evergreen from the pepper family is perfect for your desk.