Columnea is a genus native to tropical regions of the American continent, comprising about 200 species. Most of these plants have tubular flowers and can be found naturally as epiphytes (hanging on trees). Moreover, they are excellent air purifiers, making them popular indoor plants. Keep reading, as below, I will delve into more details about … Read more
Aeschynanthus radicans, popularly known as Lipstick Plant or Lipstick Vine, is a species that has caught the attention of various cultivators with its unique flowers that resemble a lipstick. This lipstick plant is not poisonous to dogs or cats and helps filter toxins from the air. Therefore, it’s an excellent choice to have in your … Read more
The Goldfish plant (scientific name: Columnea gloriosa) is a plant native to Central America, mainly found in Costa Rica. In its natural habitat, this plant grows in warm and humid places, hanging on tree trunks (epiphyte). Continue reading, as, in this article, you will see photos of this plant, learn its characteristics, and, most importantly, … Read more
Today we are going to talk about the Ageratum or Floss flower plant, whose scientific name is Ageratum, and the most famous species is Ageratum houstonianum, also known as Bluemink. In this article, we will mainly focus on Ageratum houstonianum (pictured below), as this is by far the most cultivated species in this genus. One … Read more
The indian lettuce (Lactuca indica) is a little-known plant, not very common in people’s diets. For this reason, it is classified as a UFD (Unconventional Food Plant). Keep reading, as in this article, you will learn more about the benefits, characteristics, and how to care for indian lettuce. Benefits of Indian Lettuce Indian lettuce is … Read more
The Crinum amabile is a strong and resilient plant that grows from bulbs. This is a natural hybrid (C. asiaticum × C. zeylanicum) found in various countries around the world and can reach heights of 19.7 inches to 47.2 inches (50cm to 1.2m). In this article, we will delve into the characteristics and cultivation of … Read more
Popularly known as Twister Lipstick Plant, Aeschynanthus pulcher ‘Twister’ is a plant that can be grown indoors or outdoors, provided the right growing conditions are provided. This is a pet-safe plant, suitable to have around dogs or cats. Continue reading this article to learn more about the Twister Lipstick Plant and understand the step-by-step process … Read more