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Culinary, aromatic and useful plants

Salvia officinalis

Common sage

Common sage (Salvia officinalis), classified within the botanical family Lamiaceae, is an esteemed tropical landscape canopy tree…

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Garden and container flowers

Lantana montevidensis

Trailing lantana (Lantana montevidensis)

Trailing lantana (Lantana montevidensis) Lantana montevidensis, universally celebrated as trailing lantana, weeping lantana, or purple trailing lantana,…

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Ferns and allies

Davallia tyermanii

Silver hare foot fern

Sài Gòn Cây Cảnh Botanical Dossier Silver hare foot fern — Davallia tyermanii Scientific Name: Davallia tyermanii…

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Culinary, aromatic and useful plants

Eryngium foetidum

Culantro

Culantro (Eryngium foetidum), classified within the botanical family Apiaceae, is an esteemed tropical landscape canopy tree renowned…

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Garden and container flowers

Calibrachoa parviflora

Seaside petunia (Calibrachoa parviflora)

Seaside petunia (Calibrachoa parviflora) Calibrachoa parviflora, commonly celebrated as seaside petunia, wild miniature petunia, or little-flowered petunia,…

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Aquatic and wetland plants

Echinodorus cordifolius

Radican sword

Radican sword (Echinodorus cordifolius), belonging to the botanical family Alismataceae, is an esteemed freshwater aquatic plant celebrated…

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Orchids

Bulbophyllum lasiochilum

Strawberry bulbophyllum

Comprehensive botanical dossier for Strawberry bulbophyllum (Bulbophyllum lasiochilum). Morphological taxonomy, lighting calibration, porous substrate formulation, and cultivation…

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Garden and container flowers

Gardenia taitensis

Tahitian gardenia (Gardenia taitensis)

Tahitian gardenia (Gardenia taitensis) Gardenia taitensis, universally revered as Tahitian gardenia or Tiare Maori, is the proud…

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Ferns and allies

Selaginella kraussiana

Krauss’s spikemoss

Krauss’s spikemoss (Selaginella kraussiana) Krauss’s spikemoss (botanical binomial: Selaginella kraussiana) is a distinguished botanical specimen belonging to…

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Foliage plants

Dracaena surculosa

Gold dust dracaena

Comprehensive botanical dossier for Gold dust dracaena (Dracaena surculosa). Identification, lighting calibration, porous substrate formulation, and cultivation…

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Foliage plants

Monstera obliqua

Window-leaf monstera

Step-by-step masterclass on Window-leaf monstera (Monstera obliqua): shock-free repotting techniques, moisture depth monitoring, and organic fertilization schedules.

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Plants for bonsai

Acer rubrum

Red maple (Acer rubrum)

Red maple (Acer rubrum) Acer rubrum, the Red maple, is a magnificent eastern North American forest monarch…

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Garden and container flowers

Datura metel

Devil’s trumpet (Datura metel)

Devil’s trumpet (Datura metel) Datura metel, universally recognized as devil’s trumpet, Hindu datura, or metel, is an…

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Orchids

Vanda bensonii

Benson’s vanda

Comprehensive botanical dossier for Benson's vanda (Vanda bensonii). Morphological taxonomy, lighting calibration, porous substrate formulation, and cultivation…

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Succulents and cacti

Sedum nussbaumerianum

Coppertone stonecrop

Botanical Dossier Standard V2 • Saigon Cay Canh undefined (Sedum nussbaumerianum) Stonecrop family (Crassulaceae) • Living Herbarium…

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Garden and container flowers

Thunbergia grandiflora

Bengal clockvine (Thunbergia grandiflora)

Bengal clockvine (Thunbergia grandiflora) Thunbergia grandiflora, universally celebrated as Bengal clockvine, blue trumpet vine, or skyflower, is…

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Orchids

Epidendrum radicans

Ground-rooting epidendrum

Comprehensive botanical dossier for Ground-rooting epidendrum (Epidendrum radicans). Morphological taxonomy, lighting calibration, porous substrate formulation, and cultivation…

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Palms and cycads

Howea belmoreana

Curly palm

Curly palm (Howea belmoreana) Curly palm (botanical binomial: Howea belmoreana) is a distinguished botanical specimen belonging to…

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Aquatic and wetland plants

Cryptocoryne crispatula

Flaccid-leaf water trumpet

Flaccid-leaf water trumpet (Cryptocoryne crispatula), belonging to the botanical family Araceae, is an esteemed freshwater aquatic plant…

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Foliage plants

Ctenanthe oppenheimiana

Never-never plant

Comprehensive botanical dossier for Never-never plant (Ctenanthe oppenheimiana). Identification, lighting calibration, porous substrate formulation, and cultivation guide…

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Succulents and cacti

Echeveria nodulosa

Painted echeveria

Painted echeveria (Echeveria nodulosa) Painted echeveria (botanical binomial: Echeveria nodulosa) is a celebrated succulent specimen revered in…

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Garden and container flowers

Asystasia gangetica

Chinese violet

Asystasia gangetica, widely celebrated in subtropical and tropical landscaping as Chinese violet, Ganges primrose, or creeping foxglove,…

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Foliage plants

Caladium picturatum

Painted caladium

Comprehensive botanical dossier for Painted caladium (Caladium picturatum). Identification, lighting calibration, porous substrate formulation, and cultivation guide…

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Plants for bonsai

Picea abies

Norway spruce (Picea abies)

Norway spruce (Picea abies) Picea abies, the Norway spruce, is the quintessential European winter conifer revered for…

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Plants for bonsai

Ficus virens

White Fig (Ficus virens)

Ficus virens, the White Fig or Mountain Fig, is an extraordinary semi-deciduous tropical conifer relative celebrated for…

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Palms and cycads

Hyophorbe lagenicaulis

Bottle palm

Bottle palm (Hyophorbe lagenicaulis) Bottle palm (botanical binomial: Hyophorbe lagenicaulis) is a distinguished botanical specimen belonging to…

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Plants for bonsai

Caesalpinia pulcherrima

Pride of Barbados (Caesalpinia pulcherrima)

Pride of Barbados (Caesalpinia pulcherrima) Caesalpinia pulcherrima, universally known as the Pride of Barbados or peacock flower,…

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Plants for bonsai

Ficus pertusa

Pertuse Fig (Ficus pertusa)

Ficus pertusa, the Pertuse Fig or Matapalo, is a versatile Neotropical banyan celebrated for slender weeping branchlets…

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Plants for bonsai

Serissa japonica

Snowrose (Serissa japonica)

Snowrose (Serissa japonica) Serissa japonica, poetically known as the snowrose, tree of a thousand stars, or Japanese…

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Foliage plants

Peperomia graveolens

Ruby glow peperomia

Comprehensive botanical dossier for Ruby glow peperomia (Peperomia graveolens). Identification, lighting calibration, porous substrate formulation, and cultivation…

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Foliage plants

Alocasia baginda

Dragon scale alocasia

Botanical garden standard cultivation guide for Dragon scale alocasia (Alocasia baginda): seasonal irrigation adjustments, variety identification, and…

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Succulents and cacti

Crassula pyramidalis

Pyramidal crassula (Crassula pyramidalis)

Comprehensive botanical monograph on the Pyramidal crassula (Crassula pyramidalis): geometric four-angled columnar morphology, CAM physiology, and monocarpic…

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Ferns and allies

Blechnum spicant

Deer fern

Deer fern (Blechnum spicant) Deer fern (botanical binomial: Blechnum spicant) is a distinguished botanical specimen belonging to…

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Succulents and cacti

Echeveria pulvinata

Plush plant

Plush plant (Echeveria pulvinata) Plush plant (botanical binomial: Echeveria pulvinata) is a celebrated succulent specimen revered in…

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Garden and container flowers

Canna indica

Indian Shot (Canna indica)

Indian Shot (Canna indica) Canna indica, universally celebrated as Indian shot, wild canna, or canna lily, is…

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Foliage plants

Begonia darthvaderiana

Darth vader begonia

Comprehensive botanical dossier for Darth vader begonia (Begonia darthvaderiana). Identification, lighting calibration, porous substrate formulation, and cultivation…

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Foliage plants

Philodendron squamiferum

Red-bristle philodendron

In-depth botanical profile for Red-bristle philodendron (Philodendron squamiferum, family Araceae): leaf morphology analysis, high-porosity potting mix for…

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Succulents and cacti

Echeveria subrigida

Red edge echeveria

Red edge echeveria (Echeveria subrigida) Red edge echeveria (botanical binomial: Echeveria subrigida) is a celebrated succulent specimen…

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Succulents and cacti

Euphorbia lactea

Mottled spurge

Euphorbia Euphorbiaceae Living Herbarium Master V2 Mottled Spurge (Euphorbia lactea): Variegated Winged Rib Morphology, Diterpene Latex and…

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Garden and container flowers

Petunia axillaris

Large white petunia (Petunia axillaris)

Large white petunia (Petunia axillaris) Petunia axillaris, widely celebrated as the large white petunia, wild white petunia,…

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Foliage plants

Anthurium luxurians

Black Diamond Anthurium

Masterclass botanical guide to Black Diamond Anthurium (Anthurium luxurians): lighting, chunky substrate, quadrangular petiole morphology, and humidity…

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Aquatic and wetland plants

Nymphaea alba

European white waterlily

European white waterlily (Nymphaea alba), belonging to the botanical family Nymphaeaceae, is an esteemed freshwater aquatic plant…

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Plants for bonsai

Juniperus procumbens

Japanese garden juniper (Juniperus procumbens)

Japanese garden juniper (Juniperus procumbens) Juniperus procumbens, commonly known as the Japanese garden juniper or Sonare, is…

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Foliage plants

Alocasia scalprum

Samar dagger alocasia

Standardized technical dossier for Samar dagger alocasia (Alocasia scalprum): engineered aroid substrate formulas, clean stem cuttings, and…

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Foliage plants

Ficus cyathistipula

African fig tree

Comprehensive botanical dossier for African fig tree (Ficus cyathistipula). Identification, lighting calibration, porous substrate formulation, and cultivation…

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Landscape shrubs and trees

Cananga odorata

Ylang-ylang

Ylang-ylang (Cananga odorata), classified within the botanical family Annonaceae, is an esteemed tropical landscape canopy tree renowned…

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Garden and container flowers

Thunbergia erecta

King’s mantle (Thunbergia erecta)

King’s mantle (Thunbergia erecta) Thunbergia erecta, globally admired as King’s mantle, bush clockvine, or blue boy, is…

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Culinary, aromatic and useful plants

Cymbopogon citratus

Lemongrass (Cymbopogon citratus), classified within the botanical family Poaceae, is an esteemed tropical landscape canopy tree renowned…

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Succulents and cacti

Cotyledon tomentosa

Bear’s Paw (Cotyledon tomentosa)

Cotyledon tomentosa, celebrated worldwide as the Bear's Paw succulent, is an adorable South African shrublet featuring chunky…

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Palms and cycads

Licuala grandis

Ruffled fan palm

Ruffled fan palm (Licuala grandis) Ruffled fan palm (botanical binomial: Licuala grandis) is a distinguished botanical specimen…

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Plants for bonsai

Ulmus pumila

Siberian Elm (Ulmus pumila)

Ulmus pumila, the Siberian Elm or Dwarf Elm, is a rugged cold-desert conifer-companion celebrated for extreme drought…

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Ferns and allies

Adiantum pedatum

Northern maidenhair fern

Saigon Cay Canh Living Herbarium Dossier Northern maidenhair fern — Adiantum pedatum Scientific name: Adiantum pedatum Botanical…

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Orchids

Vanda coerulea

Blue vanda

Comprehensive botanical dossier for Blue vanda (Vanda coerulea). Morphological taxonomy, lighting calibration, porous substrate formulation, and cultivation…

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Garden and container flowers

Etlingera elatior

Torch ginger (Etlingera elatior)

Torch ginger (Etlingera elatior) Etlingera elatior, internationally celebrated as torch ginger, porcelain rose, or wax flower, is…

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Culinary, aromatic and useful plants

Petroselinum crispum

Parsley

Parsley (Petroselinum crispum), classified within the botanical family Apiaceae, is an esteemed tropical landscape canopy tree renowned…

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Garden and container flowers

Plumeria rubra

Red frangipani (Plumeria rubra)

Red frangipani (Plumeria rubra) Plumeria rubra, commonly designated as red frangipani or temple tree, stands as an…

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Garden and container flowers

Ixora chinensis

Chinese ixora (Ixora chinensis)

Chinese ixora (Ixora chinensis) Ixora chinensis, commonly acclaimed as Chinese ixora or golden flame bush, is a…

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Garden and container flowers

Hibiscus rosa-sinensis

China rose hibiscus (Hibiscus rosa-sinensis)

China rose hibiscus (Hibiscus rosa-sinensis) Hibiscus rosa-sinensis, universally celebrated as China rose hibiscus, tropical hibiscus, or queen…

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Ferns and allies

Pteris vittata

Ladder brake fern

Ladder brake fern (Pteris vittata) Ladder brake fern (botanical binomial: Pteris vittata) is a distinguished botanical specimen…

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Garden and container flowers

Quisqualis indica

Rangoon creeper (Quisqualis indica)

Rangoon creeper (Quisqualis indica) Quisqualis indica (synonym Combretum indicum), celebrated globally as Rangoon creeper or Chinese honeysuckle,…

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Garden and container flowers

Lantana camara

Common lantana (Lantana camara)

Common lantana (Lantana camara) Lantana camara, universally acclaimed as common lantana, wild sage, or largeleaf lantana, is…

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Landscape shrubs and trees

Carissa macrocarpa

Natal plum (Carissa macrocarpa), classified within the botanical family Apocynaceae, is an esteemed tropical landscape canopy tree…

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Ferns and allies

Selaginella willdenowii

Willdenow’s spikemoss

Willdenow’s spikemoss (Selaginella willdenowii) Willdenow’s spikemoss (botanical binomial: Selaginella willdenowii) is a distinguished botanical specimen belonging to…

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Culinary, aromatic and useful plants

Citrus aurantium

Bitter orange

Bitter orange (Citrus aurantium), classified within the botanical family Rutaceae, is an esteemed tropical landscape canopy tree…

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Foliage plants

Ficus altissima

Council tree

Comprehensive botanical dossier for Council tree (Ficus altissima). Identification, lighting calibration, porous substrate formulation, and cultivation guide…

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Garden and container flowers

Heliconia stricta

False bird of paradise (Heliconia stricta)

False bird of paradise (Heliconia stricta) Heliconia stricta, universally admired as false bird of paradise, upright lobster…

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Aquatic and wetland plants

Pistia stratiotes

Water lettuce

Water lettuce (Pistia stratiotes), belonging to the botanical family Araceae, is an esteemed freshwater aquatic plant celebrated…

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Ferns and allies

Platycerium wandae

Queen staghorn fern

Saigon Cay Canh Living Herbarium Dossier Queen staghorn fern — Platycerium wandae Scientific name: Platycerium wandae Botanical…

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Plants for bonsai

Bougainvillea glabra

Lesser bougainvillea (Bougainvillea glabra)

Lesser bougainvillea (Bougainvillea glabra) Bougainvillea glabra, widely known as lesser bougainvillea or paperflower, is a celebrated woody…

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Succulents and cacti

Echeveria elegans

Mexican snow ball

Mexican snow ball (Echeveria elegans) Mexican snow ball (botanical binomial: Echeveria elegans) is a celebrated succulent specimen…

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Palms and cycads

Archontophoenix alexandrae

Alexander palm

Alexander palm (Archontophoenix alexandrae) Alexander palm (botanical binomial: Archontophoenix alexandrae) is a distinguished botanical specimen belonging to…

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Orchids

Rhyncholaelia digbyana

Fringed rhyncholaelia

Comprehensive botanical dossier for Fringed rhyncholaelia (Rhyncholaelia digbyana). Morphological taxonomy, lighting calibration, porous substrate formulation, and cultivation…

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Foliage plants

Begonia bowerae

Eyelash begonia

Comprehensive botanical dossier for Eyelash begonia (Begonia bowerae). Identification, lighting calibration, porous substrate formulation, and cultivation guide…

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Foliage plants

Syngonium auritum

Five-fingered syngonium

Botanical garden standard cultivation guide for Five-fingered syngonium (Syngonium auritum): seasonal irrigation adjustments, variety identification, and clonal…

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Foliage plants

Caladium lindenii

Linden’s angel-wing

Comprehensive botanical dossier for Linden's angel-wing (Caladium lindenii). Identification, lighting calibration, porous substrate formulation, and cultivation guide…

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Culinary, aromatic and useful plants

Curcuma longa

Turmeric (Curcuma longa), classified within the botanical family Zingiberaceae, is an esteemed tropical landscape canopy tree renowned…

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Foliage plants

Aglaonema hookerianum

Comprehensive botanical dossier for Hooker's aglaonema (Aglaonema hookerianum). Identification, lighting calibration, porous substrate formulation, and cultivation guide…

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Orchids

Miltonia spectabilis

Outstanding miltonia

Comprehensive botanical dossier for Outstanding miltonia (Miltonia spectabilis). Morphological taxonomy, lighting calibration, porous substrate formulation, and cultivation…

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Indoor flowering plants

Nematanthus wettsteinii

Goldfish plant

Comprehensive botanical dossier for Goldfish plant (Nematanthus wettsteinii). Identification, lighting calibration, porous substrate formulation, and cultivation guide…

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Foliage plants

Philodendron erubescens

Blushing philodendron

Botanical garden standard cultivation guide for Blushing philodendron (Philodendron erubescens): seasonal irrigation adjustments, variety identification, and clonal…

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Ferns and allies

Nephrolepis falcata

Fishtail sword fern

Saigon Cay Canh Living Herbarium Dossier Fishtail sword fern — Nephrolepis falcata Scientific name: Nephrolepis falcata Botanical…

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Foliage plants

Spathiphyllum silvicola

Woodland peace lily

Comprehensive botanical dossier for Woodland peace lily (Spathiphyllum silvicola). Identification, lighting calibration, porous substrate formulation, and cultivation…

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Foliage plants

Philodendron hederaceum

Heartleaf philodendron

Master the art of cultivating Heartleaf philodendron (Philodendron hederaceum): strategies for maximizing mature blade sizing, artificial lighting…

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Orchids

Cymbidium iridioides

Iris-like cymbidium

Comprehensive botanical dossier for Iris-like cymbidium (Cymbidium iridioides). Morphological taxonomy, lighting calibration, porous substrate formulation, and cultivation…

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Aquatic and wetland plants

Hemianthus callitrichoides 'Cuba'

Complete botanical and aquascaping guide for Dwarf baby tears HC Cuba (Hemianthus callitrichoides 'Cuba'): lighting, CO2, trimming…

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Succulents and cacti

Euphorbia obesa

Baseball plant

Euphorbia Euphorbiaceae Living Herbarium Master V2 Baseball Plant (Euphorbia obesa): Spineless Spherical Geometry, Dioecious Flowering and Karoo…

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Palms and cycads

Livistona australis

Cabbage tree palm

Cabbage tree palm (Livistona australis) Cabbage tree palm (botanical binomial: Livistona australis) is a distinguished botanical specimen…

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Foliage plants

Beaucarnea recurvata

Ponytail palm

Ponytail palm (Beaucarnea recurvata) is a celebrated pachycaul succulent with a massive swollen caudex and cascading linear…

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Garden and container flowers

Cleome spinosa

Spiny spiderflower

Cleome spinosa, universally celebrated in ornamental horticulture as spiny spiderflower, spider plant, or pink queen, is an…

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Foliage plants

Dracaena sanderiana

Lucky bamboo

Comprehensive botanical dossier for Lucky bamboo (Dracaena sanderiana). Identification, lighting calibration, porous substrate formulation, and cultivation guide…

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Landscape shrubs and trees

Jacaranda mimosifolia

Blue jacaranda

Blue jacaranda (Jacaranda mimosifolia), classified within the botanical family Bignoniaceae, is an esteemed tropical landscape canopy tree…

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Ficus microcarpa

Chinese Banyan (Ficus microcarpa)

Ficus microcarpa, the Chinese Banyan or Malayan Banyan, is an illustrious tropical fig celebrated for dramatic curtain-like…

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Polyalthia longifolia

Mast tree

Mast tree (Polyalthia longifolia), classified within the botanical family Annonaceae, is an esteemed tropical landscape canopy tree…

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Succulents and cacti

Aloe maculata

Soap Aloe (Aloe maculata)

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Rhipsalis baccifera

Mistletoe Cactus (Rhipsalis baccifera)

Rhipsalis baccifera is an extraordinary epiphytic cactus with cascading curtains of slender pencil-like stems, adorned with starry…

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Foliage plants

Philodendron goeldii

Finger-leaf philodendron

Botanical garden standard cultivation guide for Finger-leaf philodendron (Philodendron goeldii): seasonal irrigation adjustments, variety identification, and clonal…

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Zamioculcas zamiifolia

ZZ plant

ZZ plant (Zamioculcas zamiifolia) is a celebrated succulent rhizomatous geophyte with glossy pinnate leaflets and swollen succulent…

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Begonia maculata

Polka dot begonia

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Ferns and allies

Microsorum punctatum

Climbing bird’s nest fern

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Orchids

Paphiopedilum villosum

Villose paphiopedilum

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Garden and container flowers

Bougainvillea spectabilis

Great bougainvillea (Bougainvillea spectabilis)

Great bougainvillea (Bougainvillea spectabilis) Bougainvillea spectabilis, universally celebrated as great bougainvillea, red paperflower, or Brazilian bougainvillea, is…

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Philodendron brandtianum

Silver-leaf philodendron

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Garden and container flowers

Wrightia coccinea

Scarlet wrightia

Wrightia coccinea, celebrated among connoisseurs of rare tropical flora as scarlet wrightia or red jasmine tree, is…

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Ferns and allies

Selaginella tamariscina

Tamarix spikemoss

Tamarix spikemoss (Selaginella tamariscina) Tamarix spikemoss (botanical binomial: Selaginella tamariscina) is a distinguished botanical specimen belonging to…

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Aquatic and wetland plants

Rotala indica

Complete botanical and aquascaping guide for Indian toothcup bonsai (Rotala indica): high PAR lighting, CO2 injection, nitrate…

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Foliage plants

Ficus lyrata

Fiddle-leaf fig

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Foliage plants

Philodendron rugosum

Pigskin philodendron

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Culinary, aromatic and useful plants

Mentha spicata

Spearmint (Mentha spicata), classified within the botanical family Lamiaceae, is an esteemed tropical landscape canopy tree renowned…

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Orchids

Dendrobium anosmum

Unscented dendrobium anosmum

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Bauhinia acuminata

White dwarf orchid tree

White dwarf orchid tree (Bauhinia acuminata), classified within the botanical family Fabaceae, is an esteemed tropical landscape…

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Podocarpus neriifolius

Oleander Podocarpus (Podocarpus neriifolius)

Podocarpus neriifolius, the Oleander-Leaf Podocarpus, is a premier tropical rainforest conifer admired for broad willow-like lanceolate needles,…

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Plectranthus amboinicus

Cuban oregano

Cuban oregano (Plectranthus amboinicus), classified within the botanical family Lamiaceae, is an esteemed tropical landscape canopy tree…

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Limnophila sessiliflora

Asian marshweed (Limnophila sessiliflora), belonging to the botanical family Plantaginaceae, is an esteemed freshwater aquatic plant celebrated…

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Succulents and cacti

Echeveria runyonii

Topsy turvy echeveria

Topsy turvy echeveria (Echeveria runyonii) Topsy turvy echeveria (botanical binomial: Echeveria runyonii) is a celebrated succulent specimen…

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Echinodorus tenellus

Pygmy chain sword

Pygmy chain sword (Echinodorus tenellus), belonging to the botanical family Alismataceae, is an esteemed freshwater aquatic plant…

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Caladium humboldtii

Humboldt’s caladium

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Garden and container flowers

Celosia argentea

Plumed cockscomb (Celosia argentea)

Plumed cockscomb (Celosia argentea) Celosia argentea, encompassing both feathery plume cockscomb (var. plumosa) and undulating crested cockscomb…

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Garden and container flowers

Dianthus caryophyllus

Carnation (Dianthus caryophyllus)

Carnation (Dianthus caryophyllus) Dianthus caryophyllus, universally revered as carnation, clove pink, or the divine flower, is an…

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Peperomia obtusifolia

Baby rubberplant

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Plants for bonsai

Ficus superba

Sea Fig (Ficus superba)

Ficus superba, the Sea Fig or Superb Fig, is a grand coastal banyan renowned for spectacular crimson-bronze…

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Palms and cycads

Dypsis baronii

Sugar cane palm

Sugar cane palm (Dypsis baronii) Sugar cane palm (botanical binomial: Dypsis baronii) is a distinguished botanical specimen…

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Citrus aurantifolia

Key lime (Citrus aurantifolia)

Key lime (Citrus aurantifolia) Citrus aurantifolia, the classical Key lime or West Indian lime, is a quintessential…

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Indoor flowering plants

Billbergia nutans

Queen’s tears

Comprehensive botanical dossier for Queen's tears (Billbergia nutans). Morphological taxonomy, lighting calibration, porous substrate formulation, and cultivation…

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Foliage plants

Spathiphyllum cannifolium

Canna-leaf peace lily

Comprehensive botanical dossier for Canna-leaf peace lily (Spathiphyllum cannifolium). Identification, lighting calibration, porous substrate formulation, and cultivation…

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Aquatic and wetland plants

Ludwigia ovalis

Oval-leaf ludwigia (Ludwigia ovalis)

Complete botanical and aquascaping guide for Oval-leaf ludwigia (Ludwigia ovalis): high-intensity lighting, CO2, iron fertilization, and propagation…

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Garden and container flowers

Heliconia psittacorum

Parrot’s beak heliconia (Heliconia psittacorum)

Parrot’s beak heliconia (Heliconia psittacorum) Heliconia psittacorum, universally celebrated as parrot’s beak heliconia, parakeet flower, or false…

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Garden and container flowers

Hydrangea macrophylla

French hydrangea (Hydrangea macrophylla)

French hydrangea (Hydrangea macrophylla) Hydrangea macrophylla, internationally celebrated as French hydrangea, bigleaf hydrangea, or hortensia, is a…

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Orchids

Coelogyne rochusseni

Necklace orchid

Comprehensive botanical dossier for Necklace orchid (Coelogyne rochusseni). Morphological taxonomy, lighting calibration, porous substrate formulation, and cultivation…

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Foliage plants

Alocasia lauterbachiana

Purple sword alocasia

Botanical garden standard cultivation guide for Purple sword alocasia (Alocasia lauterbachiana): seasonal irrigation adjustments, variety identification, and…

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Monstera pinnatipartita

Pinnate monstera

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Succulents and cacti

Hylocereus undatus

Dragon Fruit Cactus (Hylocereus undatus)

Hylocereus undatus is a magnificent climbing epiphytic cactus celebrated for three-winged undulating succulent stems, colossal fragrant nocturnal…

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Foliage plants

Anthurium forgetii

Forget’s anthurium

Master the art of cultivating Forget's anthurium (Anthurium forgetii): strategies for maximizing mature blade sizing, artificial lighting…

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Echinocactus platyacanthus

Giant Barrel Cactus (Echinocactus platyacanthus)

Echinocactus platyacanthus is the monumental giant barrel cactus of the Mexican plateau, legendary for multi-century lifespans, colossal…

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Culinary, aromatic and useful plants

Curcuma zedoaria

White turmeric

White turmeric (Curcuma zedoaria), classified within the botanical family Zingiberaceae, is an esteemed tropical landscape canopy tree…

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Plants for bonsai

Ficus thonningii

Thonning’s Rock Fig (Ficus thonningii)

Ficus thonningii, Thonning's Rock Fig or the Common Wild Fig, is a legendary African fig famed for…

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Orchids

Dendrobium parishii

Parish’s dendrobium

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Garden and container flowers

Tabernaemontana divaricata

Pinwheel flower

Tabernaemontana divaricata, universally revered across tropical Asia as pinwheel flower, crape jasmine, or East Indian rosebay, is…

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Acer monspessulanum

Montpellier maple (Acer monspessulanum)

Montpellier maple (Acer monspessulanum) Acer monspessulanum, the Montpellier maple, is a resilient Mediterranean conifer counterpart celebrated for…

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Delonix regia

Royal poinciana

Delonix regia, universally hailed across global horticulture as the royal poinciana, flamboyant, flame tree, or peacock flower,…

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Ferns and allies

Microsorum scolopendria

Monarch fern

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Succulents and cacti

Gasteria carinata

Keeled gasteria (Gasteria carinata)

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Ferns and allies

Pteris cretica

Cretan brake fern

Sài Gòn Cây Cảnh Botanical Dossier Cretan brake fern — Pteris cretica Scientific Name: Pteris cretica Botanical…

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Foliage plants

Goeppertia warszewiczii

Jungle velvet calathea

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Philodendron mamei

Silver cloud philodendron

Step-by-step masterclass on Silver cloud philodendron (Philodendron mamei): shock-free repotting techniques, moisture depth monitoring, and organic fertilization…

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Culinary, aromatic and useful plants

Stevia rebaudiana

Sweetleaf stevia

Sweetleaf stevia (Stevia rebaudiana), classified within the botanical family Asteraceae, is an esteemed tropical landscape canopy tree…

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Ceratophyllum demersum

Hornwort

Hornwort (Ceratophyllum demersum), belonging to the botanical family Ceratophyllaceae, is an esteemed freshwater aquatic plant celebrated in…

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Limnophila aromatica

Rice paddy herb

Rice paddy herb (Limnophila aromatica), belonging to the botanical family Plantaginaceae, is an esteemed freshwater aquatic plant…

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Ferns and allies

Asplenium dimorphum

Norfolk island spleenwort

Saigon Cay Canh Living Herbarium Dossier Norfolk island spleenwort — Asplenium dimorphum Scientific name: Asplenium dimorphum Botanical…

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Indoor flowering plants

Primulina dryas

Chirita dryas

Comprehensive botanical dossier for Chirita dryas (Primulina dryas). Identification, lighting calibration, porous substrate formulation, and cultivation guide…

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Indoor flowering plants

Tillandsia ionantha

Sky plant ionantha

Comprehensive botanical dossier for Sky plant ionantha (Tillandsia ionantha). Identification, lighting calibration, porous substrate formulation, and cultivation…

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Aquatic and wetland plants

Ceratopteris cornuta

Broadleaf water sprite (Ceratopteris cornuta), belonging to the botanical family Pteridaceae, is an esteemed freshwater aquatic plant…

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Landscape shrubs and trees

Manilkara zapota

Sapodilla

Sapodilla (Manilkara zapota), classified within the botanical family Sapotaceae, is an esteemed tropical landscape canopy tree renowned…

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Orchids

Coelogyne fimbriata

Fringed coelogyne

Comprehensive botanical dossier for Fringed coelogyne (Coelogyne fimbriata). Morphological taxonomy, lighting calibration, porous substrate formulation, and cultivation…

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Markhamia stipulata

Markhamia tree

Markhamia tree (Markhamia stipulata), classified within the botanical family Bignoniaceae, is an esteemed tropical landscape canopy tree…

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Orchids

Brassavola cucullata

Hooded brassavola

Comprehensive botanical dossier for Hooded brassavola (Brassavola cucullata). Morphological taxonomy, lighting calibration, porous substrate formulation, and cultivation…

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Aquatic and wetland plants

Cyperus papyrus

Papyrus sedge

Papyrus sedge (Cyperus papyrus), belonging to the botanical family Cyperaceae, is an esteemed freshwater aquatic plant celebrated…

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Plants for bonsai

Zelkova serrata

Japanese Zelkova (Zelkova serrata)

Zelkova serrata, the Japanese Zelkova or Keyaki, is the definitive species for the classical broom bonsai style…

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Palms and cycads

Phoenix canariensis

Canary island date palm

Canary island date palm (Phoenix canariensis) Canary island date palm (botanical binomial: Phoenix canariensis) is a distinguished…

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Succulents and cacti

Mammillaria spinosissima

Red-headed Irishman

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Foliage plants

Dracaena trifasciata

Snake plant

Snake plant (Dracaena trifasciata) is a celebrated acaulescent clumping architectural succulent renowned for its sculptural, erect sword-like…

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Garden and container flowers

Barleria cristata

Philippine violet (Barleria cristata)

Philippine violet (Barleria cristata) Barleria cristata, commonly known as Philippine violet, crested Philippine violet, or bluebell barleria,…

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Succulents and cacti

Stapelia gigantea

Giant Starfish Flower (Stapelia gigantea)

Stapelia gigantea, the Giant Starfish Flower, is an extraordinary South African succulent producing colossal five-pointed star-shaped blossoms…

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Astrophytum capricorne

Goat’s horn cactus

Astrophytum Cactaceae Standard Botanical Monograph V2 Goat’s Horn Cactus (Astrophytum capricorne): Curled Papery Spines and Arid Pot…

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Plants for bonsai

Olea europaea

Olive tree (Olea europaea)

Olive tree (Olea europaea) Olea europaea, the immortal olive tree of antiquity, is a legendary Mediterranean woody…

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Garden and container flowers

Gerbera jamesonii

Barberton daisy (Gerbera jamesonii)

Barberton daisy (Gerbera jamesonii) Gerbera jamesonii, universally celebrated as Barberton daisy, Transvaal daisy, or Gerbera daisy, is…

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Foliage plants

Caladium bicolor

Heart of Jesus

Comprehensive botanical dossier for Heart of Jesus (Caladium bicolor). Identification, lighting calibration, porous substrate formulation, and cultivation…

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Plants for bonsai

Pinus sylvestris

Scots pine (Pinus sylvestris)

Scots pine (Pinus sylvestris) Pinus sylvestris, the Scots pine, is a legendary boreal conifer celebrated for peeling…

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Foliage plants

Ctenanthe setosa

Grey star ctenanthe

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Succulents and cacti

Astrophytum coahuilense

Five-ribbed star cactus

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Orchids

Cymbidium devonianum

Devon’s cymbidium

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Landscape shrubs and trees

Adansonia digitata

African baobab

African baobab (Adansonia digitata), classified within the botanical family Malvaceae, is an esteemed tropical landscape canopy tree…

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Rhodomyrtus tomentosa

Rose myrtle

Rose myrtle (Rhodomyrtus tomentosa), classified within the botanical family Myrtaceae, is an esteemed tropical landscape canopy tree…

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Garden and container flowers

Passiflora caerulea

Bluecrown passionflower (Passiflora caerulea)

Bluecrown passionflower (Passiflora caerulea) Passiflora caerulea, universally admired as bluecrown passionflower, common passion flower, or blue passion…

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Succulents and cacti

Lithops optica

Ruby Living Stone (Lithops optica ‘Rubra’)

Lithops optica, particularly its celebrated 'Rubra' cultivar, is the ultimate jewel of living stones, displaying captivating amethyst-purple…

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Aquatic and wetland plants

Cyperus alternifolius

Umbrella papyrus

Umbrella papyrus (Cyperus alternifolius), belonging to the botanical family Cyperaceae, is an esteemed freshwater aquatic plant celebrated…

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Cordyline fruticosa

Ti plant (Cordyline fruticosa), classified within the botanical family Asparagaceae, is an esteemed tropical landscape canopy tree…

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Indoor flowering plants

Columnea gloriosa

Flying goldfish plant

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Plants for bonsai

Ligustrum japonicum

Japanese privet (Ligustrum japonicum)

Japanese privet (Ligustrum japonicum) Ligustrum japonicum, acclaimed as Japanese privet or waxleaf privet, is an imposing evergreen…

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Garden and container flowers

Impatiens hawkeri

New Guinea impatiens (Impatiens hawkeri)

New Guinea impatiens (Impatiens hawkeri) Impatiens hawkeri, universally admired as New Guinea impatiens, is an aristocratic, dramatically…

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Garden and container flowers

Rotheca myricoides

Blue butterfly bush (Rotheca myricoides)

Blue butterfly bush (Rotheca myricoides) Rotheca myricoides, globally celebrated under its historic botanical designation Clerodendrum ugandense as…

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Garden and container flowers

Mussaenda philippica

Philippine virgin tree (Mussaenda philippica)

Philippine virgin tree (Mussaenda philippica) Mussaenda philippica, globally acclaimed as Philippine virgin tree or pink mussaenda, is…

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Palms and cycads

Hyophorbe verschaffeltii

Spindle palm

Spindle palm (Hyophorbe verschaffeltii) Spindle palm (botanical binomial: Hyophorbe verschaffeltii) is a distinguished botanical specimen belonging to…

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Aquatic and wetland plants

Bucephalandra catherineae

Catherine bucephalandra (Bucephalandra catherineae)

Complete botanical and aquascaping care guide for Catherine bucephalandra (Bucephalandra catherineae): water parameters, CO2, lighting, and epiphytic…

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Culinary, aromatic and useful plants

Polygonum odoratum

Vietnamese coriander (Polygonum odoratum), classified within the botanical family Polygonaceae, is an esteemed tropical landscape canopy tree…

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Orchids

Paphiopedilum bellatulum

Lovely paphiopedilum

Comprehensive botanical dossier for Lovely paphiopedilum (Paphiopedilum bellatulum). Morphological taxonomy, lighting calibration, porous substrate formulation, and cultivation…

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Plants for bonsai

Pinus thunbergii

Japanese black pine (Pinus thunbergii)

Japanese black pine (Pinus thunbergii) Pinus thunbergii, the revered Japanese black pine (Kuromatsu), reigns as the undisputed…

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Indoor flowering plants

Anthurium andraeanum

Flamingo flower

Comprehensive botanical dossier for Flamingo flower (Anthurium andraeanum). Morphological taxonomy, lighting calibration, porous substrate formulation, and cultivation…

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Foliage plants

Ficus pumila

Creeping fig

Comprehensive botanical dossier for Creeping fig (Ficus pumila). Identification, lighting calibration, porous substrate formulation, and cultivation guide…

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Garden and container flowers

Allamanda blanchetii

Purple allamanda (Allamanda blanchetii)

Purple allamanda (Allamanda blanchetii) Allamanda blanchetii, widely celebrated as purple allamanda or cherry allamanda, represents an aristocratic…

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Garden and container flowers

Ixora coccinea

Jungle geranium (Ixora coccinea)

Jungle geranium (Ixora coccinea) Ixora coccinea, universally celebrated as jungle geranium or flame of the woods, is…

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Succulents and cacti

Portulacaria afra

Elephant Bush (Portulacaria afra)

Portulacaria afra, celebrated as the Elephant Bush or Spekboom, is a remarkable South African succulent shrub renowned…

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Landscape shrubs and trees

Barringtonia asiatica

Sea poison tree

Sea poison tree (Barringtonia asiatica), classified within the botanical family Lecythidaceae, is an esteemed tropical landscape canopy…

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Succulents and cacti

Aloe aristata

Lace Aloe (Aloe aristata)

Sai Gon Cay Canh • Living Herbarium V2 Lace Aloe (Aloe aristata): Aristate Morphology, Thermal Tolerance and…

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Plants for bonsai

Ficus burtt-davyi

Veld Fig (Ficus burtt-davyi)

Ficus burtt-davyi, commonly known as the Veld Fig, is a legendary South African dwarf banyan celebrated for…

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Succulents and cacti

Sedum adolphi

Golden sedum

Botanical Dossier Standard V2 • Saigon Cay Canh undefined (Sedum adolphi) Stonecrop family (Crassulaceae) • Living Herbarium…

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Foliage plants

Anthurium dressleri

Black velvet dressler anthurium

In-depth botanical profile for Black velvet dressler anthurium (Anthurium dressleri, family Araceae): leaf morphology analysis, high-porosity potting…

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Succulents and cacti

Aloe vera

Aloe Vera (Aloe vera)

Sai Gon Cay Canh • Living Herbarium V2 True Aloe (Aloe vera): Botanical Anatomy, Parenchyma Hydration and…

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Succulents and cacti

Agave victoriae-reginae

Queen Victoria Agave (Agave victoriae-reginae)

Agave victoriae-reginae, the Queen Victoria Agave, is a world-renowned botanical marvel prized for a geometrically flawless compact…

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Orchids

Paphiopedilum sukhakulii

Sukhakul’s paphiopedilum

Comprehensive botanical dossier for Sukhakul's paphiopedilum (Paphiopedilum sukhakulii). Morphological taxonomy, lighting calibration, porous substrate formulation, and cultivation…

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Foliage plants

Philodendron microstictum

Green-spotted philodendron

Standardized technical dossier for Green-spotted philodendron (Philodendron microstictum): engineered aroid substrate formulas, clean stem cuttings, and urban…

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Foliage plants

Philodendron spiritus-sancti

Santa Leopoldina philodendron

Detailed taxonomic reference for Santa Leopoldina philodendron (Philodendron spiritus-sancti): definitive leaf venation keys, root health management, and…

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Orchids

Coelogyne flaccida

Flaccid coelogyne

Comprehensive botanical dossier for Flaccid coelogyne (Coelogyne flaccida). Morphological taxonomy, lighting calibration, porous substrate formulation, and cultivation…

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Plants for bonsai

Camellia sinensis

Tea plant (Camellia sinensis)

Tea plant (Camellia sinensis) Camellia sinensis, universally revered as the tea plant or green tea tree, is…

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Aquatic and wetland plants

Marsilea quadrifolia

Four leaf clover fern

Four leaf clover fern (Marsilea quadrifolia), belonging to the botanical family Marsileaceae, is an esteemed freshwater aquatic…

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Foliage plants

Rhaphidophora tetrasperma

Mini monstera

Comprehensive botanical dossier for Mini monstera (Rhaphidophora tetrasperma). Identification, lighting calibration, porous substrate formulation, and cultivation guide…

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Garden and container flowers

Zephyranthes rosea

Rosy Rain Lily (Zephyranthes rosea)

Rosy Rain Lily (Zephyranthes rosea) Zephyranthes rosea, affectionately known as rosy rain lily, pink fairy lily, or…

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Landscape shrubs and trees

Terminalia mantaly

Madagascar almond

Madagascar almond (Terminalia mantaly), classified within the botanical family Combretaceae, is an esteemed tropical landscape canopy tree…

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Foliage plants

Alocasia infernalis

Black magic alocasia

In-depth botanical profile for Black magic alocasia (Alocasia infernalis, family Araceae): leaf morphology analysis, high-porosity potting mix…

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Culinary, aromatic and useful plants

Anethum graveolens

Dill

Dill (Anethum graveolens), classified within the botanical family Apiaceae, is an esteemed tropical landscape canopy tree renowned…

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Succulents and cacti

Astrophytum myriostigma

Bishop’s cap cactus

Astrophytum Cactaceae Standard Botanical Monograph V2 Bishop’s Cap Cactus (Astrophytum myriostigma): Pentagonal Geometry and Arid Pot Culture…

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Orchids

Psychopsis krameriana

Kramer’s butterfly orchid

Comprehensive botanical dossier for Kramer's butterfly orchid (Psychopsis krameriana). Morphological taxonomy, lighting calibration, porous substrate formulation, and…

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Foliage plants

Stromanthe sanguinea

Triostar stromanthe

Comprehensive botanical dossier for Triostar stromanthe (Stromanthe sanguinea). Identification, lighting calibration, porous substrate formulation, and cultivation guide…

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Culinary, aromatic and useful plants

Rosmarinus officinalis

Rosemary

Rosemary (Rosmarinus officinalis), classified within the botanical family Lamiaceae, is an esteemed tropical landscape canopy tree renowned…

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Landscape shrubs and trees

Eucalyptus camaldulensis

River red gum

River red gum (Eucalyptus camaldulensis), classified within the botanical family Myrtaceae, is an esteemed tropical landscape canopy…

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Landscape shrubs and trees

Bucida molinetii

Spiny black olive bonsai

Spiny black olive bonsai (Bucida molinetii), classified within the botanical family Combretaceae, is an esteemed tropical landscape…

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Palms and cycads

Rhapis multifida

Finger lady palm

Finger lady palm (Rhapis multifida) Finger lady palm (botanical binomial: Rhapis multifida) is a distinguished botanical specimen…

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Garden and container flowers

Allamanda cathartica

Golden trumpet (Allamanda cathartica)

Golden trumpet (Allamanda cathartica) Allamanda cathartica, globally known as golden trumpet or yellow allamanda, is a magnificent…

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Plants for bonsai

Larix kaempferi

Japanese larch (Larix kaempferi)

Japanese larch (Larix kaempferi) Larix kaempferi, the Japanese larch, is a captivating deciduous conifer celebrated for spectacular…

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Indoor flowering plants

Sinningia speciosa

Gloxinia

Comprehensive botanical dossier for Gloxinia (Sinningia speciosa). Identification, lighting calibration, porous substrate formulation, and cultivation guide by…

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Landscape shrubs and trees

Senna siamea

Siamese senna

Siamese senna (Senna siamea), classified within the botanical family Fabaceae, is an esteemed tropical landscape canopy tree…

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Aquatic and wetland plants

Riccardia chamedryfolia

Complete botanical and aquascaping care guide for Mini pellia coral moss (Riccardia chamedryfolia): water parameters, CO2, lighting,…

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Aquatic and wetland plants

Taxiphyllum barbieri

Java moss (Taxiphyllum barbieri)

Complete botanical and aquascaping care guide for Java moss (Taxiphyllum barbieri): water parameters, CO2, lighting, and epiphytic…

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Orchids

Vanda sanderiana

Waling-waling vanda

Comprehensive botanical dossier for Waling-waling vanda (Vanda sanderiana). Morphological taxonomy, lighting calibration, porous substrate formulation, and cultivation…

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Foliage plants

Scindapsus pictus

Satin pothos

Master the art of cultivating Satin pothos (Scindapsus pictus): strategies for maximizing mature blade sizing, artificial lighting…

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Succulents and cacti

Carnegiea gigantea

Saguaro Cactus (Carnegiea gigantea)

Carnegiea gigantea is the iconic monumental saguaro cactus of the Sonoran Desert, renowned for massive fluted columnar…

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Plants for bonsai

Acer campestre

Field maple (Acer campestre)

Field maple (Acer campestre) Acer campestre, the Field maple, is an exceptionally resilient European native maple celebrated…

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Foliage plants

Monstera siltepecana

Silver monstera

Detailed taxonomic reference for Silver monstera (Monstera siltepecana): definitive leaf venation keys, root health management, and integrated…

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Foliage plants

Aglaonema nitidum

Glossy evergreen

Master the art of cultivating Glossy evergreen (Aglaonema nitidum): strategies for maximizing mature blade sizing, artificial lighting…

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Garden and container flowers

Mansoa alliacea

Garlic vine (Mansoa alliacea)

Garlic vine (Mansoa alliacea) Mansoa alliacea, celebrated globally as garlic vine, false garlic, or ajo sacha, is…

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Succulents and cacti

Echeveria secunda

Blue hens and chicks

Blue hens and chicks (Echeveria secunda) Blue hens and chicks (botanical binomial: Echeveria secunda) is a celebrated…

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Palms and cycads

Dypsis decaryi

Triangle palm

Triangle palm (Dypsis decaryi) Triangle palm (botanical binomial: Dypsis decaryi) is a distinguished botanical specimen belonging to…

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Aquatic and wetland plants

Utricularia graminifolia

Complete botanical and aquascaping guide for Grass-like bladderwort (Utricularia graminifolia): lighting, CO2, trimming regimen, and Dry Start…

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Succulents and cacti

Echeveria shaviana

Pink frills echeveria

Pink frills echeveria (Echeveria shaviana) Pink frills echeveria (botanical binomial: Echeveria shaviana) is a celebrated succulent specimen…

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Foliage plants

Peperomia tetraphylla

Acorn peperomia

Comprehensive botanical dossier for Acorn peperomia (Peperomia tetraphylla). Identification, lighting calibration, porous substrate formulation, and cultivation guide…

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Plants for bonsai

Podocarpus costalis

Broad-Leaved Podocarpus (Podocarpus costalis)

Podocarpus costalis, the prized Littoral Broad-Leaved Podocarpus, is an endangered island conifer celebrated among bonsai masters for…

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Aquatic and wetland plants

Cryptocoryne undulata

Undulate water trumpet (Cryptocoryne undulata), belonging to the botanical family Araceae, is an esteemed freshwater aquatic plant…

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Foliage plants

Goeppertia louisae

Louisa’s calathea

Comprehensive botanical dossier for Louisa's calathea (Goeppertia louisae). Identification, lighting calibration, porous substrate formulation, and cultivation guide…

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Foliage plants

Alocasia micholitziana

Green velvet alocasia

Standardized technical dossier for Green velvet alocasia (Alocasia micholitziana): engineered aroid substrate formulas, clean stem cuttings, and…

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Succulents and cacti

Faucaria tigrina

Tiger’s Jaws (Faucaria tigrina)

Faucaria tigrina, affectionately known as Tiger Jaw, is a charismatic South African succulent featuring pairs of fleshy…

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Palms and cycads

Butia capitata

Jelly palm

Jelly palm (Butia capitata) Jelly palm (botanical binomial: Butia capitata) is a distinguished botanical specimen belonging to…

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Succulents and cacti

Mammillaria bocasana

Powderpuff cactus

Mammillaria Cactaceae Living Herbarium Master V2 Powderpuff Cactus (Mammillaria bocasana): Silky Trichome Insulation, Caespitose Clumping and Pincushion…

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Succulents and cacti

Gymnocalycium mihanovichii

Chin cactus mihanovichii

Gymnocalycium Cactaceae Standard Botanical Monograph V2 Plaid Cactus (Gymnocalycium mihanovichii): Transverse Banding, Pigmentation and Pot Culture Scientific…

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Succulents and cacti

Mammillaria elongata

Ladyfinger cactus

Mammillaria Cactaceae Living Herbarium Master V2 Ladyfinger Cactus (Mammillaria elongata): Cylindrical Stems, Stellated Golden Spines and Clumping…

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Indoor flowering plants

Saintpaulia ionantha

African violet

Comprehensive botanical dossier for African violet (Saintpaulia ionantha). Identification, lighting calibration, porous substrate formulation, and cultivation guide…

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Garden and container flowers

Hibiscus syriacus

Rose of Sharon (Hibiscus syriacus)

Rose of Sharon (Hibiscus syriacus) Hibiscus syriacus, universally revered as Rose of Sharon or Mugunghwa, is the…

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Orchids

Cymbidium sinense

Chinese cymbidium

Comprehensive botanical dossier for Chinese cymbidium (Cymbidium sinense). Morphological taxonomy, lighting calibration, porous substrate formulation, and cultivation…

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Garden and container flowers

Neomarica gracilis

Walking Iris (Neomarica gracilis)

Walking Iris (Neomarica gracilis) Neomarica gracilis (synonymously Trimezia gracilis), celebrated worldwide as walking iris, apostle plant, or…

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Aquatic and wetland plants

Anubias barteri

Broadleaf anubias

Broadleaf anubias (Anubias barteri), belonging to the botanical family Araceae, is an esteemed freshwater aquatic plant celebrated…

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Culinary, aromatic and useful plants

Mentha arvensis

Field mint (Mentha arvensis), classified within the botanical family Lamiaceae, is an esteemed tropical landscape canopy tree…

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Foliage plants

Chlorophytum comosum

Spider plant

Spider plant (Chlorophytum comosum) is a celebrated clumping grass-like perennial producing elongated arching stolons with pendant plantlets,…

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Indoor flowering plants

Vriesea splendens

Flaming sword

Comprehensive botanical dossier for Flaming sword (Vriesea splendens). Identification, lighting calibration, porous substrate formulation, and cultivation guide…

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Orchids

Cattleya mossiae

Easter orchid

Comprehensive botanical dossier for Easter orchid (Cattleya mossiae). Morphological taxonomy, lighting calibration, porous substrate formulation, and cultivation…

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Orchids

Vanilla planifolia

Flat-leaved vanilla

Saigon Cay Canh Living Herbarium Dossier Flat-leaved vanilla — Vanilla planifolia Scientific name: Vanilla planifolia Botanical family:…

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Plants for bonsai

Premna microphylla

Japanese musk maple (Premna microphylla)

Japanese musk maple (Premna microphylla) Premna microphylla, commonly known as Japanese musk maple or small-leaf premna, represents…

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Foliage plants

Begonia pavonina

Peacock begonia

Comprehensive botanical dossier for Peacock begonia (Begonia pavonina). Identification, lighting calibration, porous substrate formulation, and cultivation guide…

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Landscape shrubs and trees

Sterculia foetida

Bastard poon tree

Bastard poon tree (Sterculia foetida), classified within the botanical family Malvaceae, is an esteemed tropical landscape canopy…

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Garden and container flowers

Chrysanthemum morifolium

Florist’s daisy (Chrysanthemum morifolium)

Florist’s daisy (Chrysanthemum morifolium) Chrysanthemum morifolium, globally celebrated as florist’s daisy, mum, or hardy chrysanthemum, is an…

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Succulents and cacti

Euphorbia enopla

Red spine euphorbia

Euphorbia Euphorbiaceae Living Herbarium Master V2 Red Spine Euphorbia (Euphorbia enopla): Crimson Peduncular Spines, Candelabriform Branching and…

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Succulents and cacti

Haworthia maughanii

Maughanii haworthia (Haworthia maughanii)

Comprehensive botanical monograph on Maughanii haworthia (Haworthia maughanii): structural morphology, physiological adaptations, porous mineral substrate, and specialized…

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Aquatic and wetland plants

Bucephalandra 'Kedagang'

Kedagang bucephalandra (Bucephalandra ‘Kedagang’)

Complete botanical and aquascaping care guide for Kedagang bucephalandra (Bucephalandra 'Kedagang'): water parameters, CO2, lighting, and epiphytic…

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Foliage plants

Anthurium brownii

Brown’s anthurium

Comprehensive indoor care guide for Brown's anthurium (Anthurium brownii): natural venation markers, air-conditioned humidity tips, and root…

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Plants for bonsai

Chaenomeles speciosa

Flowering quince (Chaenomeles speciosa)

Flowering quince (Chaenomeles speciosa) Chaenomeles speciosa, famously known as flowering quince or Chinese quince, is a venerable…

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Plants for bonsai

Myrtus communis

Common myrtle (Myrtus communis)

Common myrtle (Myrtus communis) Myrtus communis, the classical common myrtle, is a revered Mediterranean evergreen shrub celebrated…

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Landscape shrubs and trees

Spathodea campanulata

African tulip tree

African tulip tree (Spathodea campanulata), classified within the botanical family Bignoniaceae, is an esteemed tropical landscape canopy…

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Orchids

Cymbidium ensifolium

Sword-leaf cymbidium

Comprehensive botanical dossier for Sword-leaf cymbidium (Cymbidium ensifolium). Morphological taxonomy, lighting calibration, porous substrate formulation, and cultivation…

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Succulents and cacti

Haworthia cooperi

Cooper’s translucent haworthia (Haworthia cooperi)

Comprehensive botanical monograph on Cooper's translucent haworthia (Haworthia cooperi): structural morphology, physiological adaptations, porous mineral substrate, and…

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Aquatic and wetland plants

Ceratopteris thalictroides

Water sprite

Water sprite (Ceratopteris thalictroides), belonging to the botanical family Pteridaceae, is an esteemed freshwater aquatic plant celebrated…

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Culinary, aromatic and useful plants

Moringa oleifera

Moringa drumstick tree

Moringa drumstick tree (Moringa oleifera), classified within the botanical family Moringaceae, is an esteemed tropical landscape canopy…

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Plants for bonsai

Melaleuca cajuputi

Cajuput tree (Melaleuca cajuputi)

Cajuput tree (Melaleuca cajuputi) Melaleuca cajuputi, the Cajuput tree, is a legendary wetland conifer counterpart celebrated for…

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Garden and container flowers

Stachytarpheta jamaicensis

Blue snakeweed (Stachytarpheta jamaicensis)

Blue snakeweed (Stachytarpheta jamaicensis) Stachytarpheta jamaicensis, widely known as blue snakeweed, Jamaica vervain, or Brazilian tea, is…

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Aquatic and wetland plants

Bucephalandra pygmaea 'Bukit Kelam'

Bukit Kelam bucephalandra (Bucephalandra pygmaea ‘Bukit Kelam’)

Complete botanical and aquascaping care guide for Bukit Kelam bucephalandra (Bucephalandra pygmaea 'Bukit Kelam'): water parameters, CO2,…

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Ferns and allies

Adiantum trapeziforme

Diamond maidenhair fern

Sài Gòn Cây Cảnh Botanical Dossier Diamond maidenhair fern — Adiantum trapeziforme Scientific Name: Adiantum trapeziforme Botanical…

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Aquatic and wetland plants

Bucephalandra 'Deep Purple'

Deep Purple bucephalandra (Bucephalandra ‘Deep Purple’)

Complete botanical and aquascaping care guide for Deep Purple bucephalandra (Bucephalandra 'Deep Purple'): water parameters, CO2, lighting,…

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Plants for bonsai

Malus toringo

Toringo crabapple (Malus toringo)

Toringo crabapple (Malus toringo) Malus toringo, widely celebrated as toringo crabapple or Siebold crabapple, is a premier…

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Plants for bonsai

Juniperus rigida

Temple juniper (Juniperus rigida)

Temple juniper (Juniperus rigida) Juniperus rigida, known as the temple juniper or needle juniper, is an aristocratic…

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Garden and container flowers

Hibiscus sabdariffa

Roselle (Hibiscus sabdariffa)

Roselle (Hibiscus sabdariffa) Hibiscus sabdariffa, universally celebrated as Roselle, red sorrel, or Florida cranberry, is an extraordinary…

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Culinary, aromatic and useful plants

Lavandula dentata

French lavender (Lavandula dentata), classified within the botanical family Lamiaceae, is an esteemed tropical landscape canopy tree…

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Orchids

Dendrobium fimbriatum

Fringed dendrobium

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Foliage plants

Goeppertia insignis

Rattlesnake calathea

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Garden and container flowers

Catharanthus roseus

Madagascar periwinkle (Catharanthus roseus)

Madagascar periwinkle (Catharanthus roseus) Catharanthus roseus, globally celebrated as Madagascar periwinkle or rosy periwinkle, is a renowned…

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Indoor flowering plants

Tillandsia caput-medusae

Medusa’s head airplant

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Palms and cycads

Cyrtostachys renda

Lipstick palm

Lipstick palm (Cyrtostachys renda) Lipstick palm (botanical binomial: Cyrtostachys renda) is a distinguished botanical specimen belonging to…

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Orchids

Bulbophyllum rothschildianum

Rothschild’s bulbophyllum

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Indoor flowering plants

Plumbago auriculata

Cape leadwort

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Ferns and allies

Pellaea rotundifolia

Button fern

Button fern (Pellaea rotundifolia) Button fern (botanical binomial: Pellaea rotundifolia) is a distinguished botanical specimen belonging to…

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Succulents and cacti

Sedum sieboldii

October daphne

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Garden and container flowers

Mandevilla sanderi

Brazilian jasmine (Mandevilla sanderi)

Brazilian jasmine (Mandevilla sanderi) Mandevilla sanderi, commonly acclaimed as Brazilian jasmine or rosedipladenia, is an aristocratic tropical…

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Orchids

Phalaenopsis aphrodite

Aphrodite moth orchid

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Ferns and allies

Davallia solida

Solid hare’s foot

Sài Gòn Cây Cảnh Botanical Dossier Solid hare’s foot — Davallia solida Scientific Name: Davallia solida Botanical…

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Orchids

Epidendrum stamfordianum

Stamford’s epidendrum

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Foliage plants

Alocasia cucullata

Hooded dwarf elephant ear

Master the art of cultivating Hooded dwarf elephant ear (Alocasia cucullata): strategies for maximizing mature blade sizing,…

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Foliage plants

Begonia rex

King begonia

Comprehensive botanical dossier for King begonia (Begonia rex). Identification, lighting calibration, porous substrate formulation, and cultivation guide…

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Garden and container flowers

Heliconia rostrata

Hanging lobster claw (Heliconia rostrata)

Hanging lobster claw (Heliconia rostrata) Heliconia rostrata, internationally acclaimed as hanging lobster claw or pendulous heliconia, is…

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Orchids

Phalaenopsis bellina

Bellina moth orchid

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Landscape shrubs and trees

Melaleuca leucadendra

Weeping paperbark

Weeping paperbark (Melaleuca leucadendra), classified within the botanical family Myrtaceae, is an esteemed tropical landscape canopy tree…

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Garden and container flowers

Torenia fournieri

Wishbone flower (Torenia fournieri)

Wishbone flower (Torenia fournieri) Torenia fournieri, internationally celebrated as wishbone flower or bluewings, is a charismatic, profusely…

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Indoor flowering plants

Kalanchoe blossfeldiana

Flaming katy

Comprehensive botanical dossier for Flaming katy (Kalanchoe blossfeldiana). Morphological taxonomy, lighting calibration, porous substrate formulation, and cultivation…

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Indoor flowering plants

Cryptanthus zonatus

Zebra earth star

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Orchids

Paphiopedilum helenae

Helen’s dwarf paphiopedilum

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Ferns and allies

Lycopodiella cernua

Staghorn clubmoss

Staghorn clubmoss (Lycopodiella cernua) Staghorn clubmoss (botanical binomial: Lycopodiella cernua) is a distinguished botanical specimen belonging to…

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Aquatic and wetland plants

Sagittaria latifolia

Broadleaf arrowhead

Broadleaf arrowhead (Sagittaria latifolia), belonging to the botanical family Alismataceae, is an esteemed freshwater aquatic plant celebrated…

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Palms and cycads

Rhapis excelsa

Broadleaf lady palm

Broadleaf lady palm (Rhapis excelsa) Broadleaf lady palm (botanical binomial: Rhapis excelsa) is a distinguished botanical specimen…

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Orchids

Dendrobium nobile

Noble dendrobium

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Succulents and cacti

Euphorbia horrida

African milk barrel

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Succulents and cacti

Adenium obesum

Desert Rose (Adenium obesum)

Adenium obesum, widely known as the Desert Rose, is a legendary African succulent pachycaul prized for its…

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Garden and container flowers

Impatiens walleriana

Busy Lizzie (Impatiens walleriana)

Busy Lizzie (Impatiens walleriana) Impatiens walleriana, internationally celebrated as busy Lizzie, sultana, or patient Lucy, is a…

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Ferns and allies

Platycerium coronarium

Crown staghorn fern

Saigon Cay Canh Living Herbarium Dossier Crown staghorn fern — Platycerium coronarium Scientific name: Platycerium coronarium Botanical…

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Orchids

Psychopsis papilio

Butterfly orchid psychopsis

Comprehensive botanical dossier for Butterfly orchid psychopsis (Psychopsis papilio). Morphological taxonomy, lighting calibration, porous substrate formulation, and…

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Succulents and cacti

Mammillaria compressa

Mother of cholls cactus

Mammillaria Cactaceae Living Herbarium Master V2 Mother of Hundreds (Mammillaria compressa): Caespitose Mound Architecture, Curved Spines and…

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Plants for bonsai

Melaleuca bracteata

Golden tea tree (Melaleuca bracteata)

Golden tea tree (Melaleuca bracteata) Melaleuca bracteata, known as the golden tea tree or black tea tree,…

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Foliage plants

Philodendron billietiae

Orange-stem philodendron

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Foliage plants

Maranta leuconeura

Prayer plant

Comprehensive botanical dossier for Prayer plant (Maranta leuconeura). Identification, lighting calibration, porous substrate formulation, and cultivation guide…

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Landscape shrubs and trees

Alstonia scholaris

Scholar tree

Scholar tree (Alstonia scholaris), classified within the botanical family Apocynaceae, is an esteemed tropical landscape canopy tree…

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Aquatic and wetland plants

Bacopa caroliniana

Blue water hyssop

Blue water hyssop (Bacopa caroliniana), belonging to the botanical family Plantaginaceae, is an esteemed freshwater aquatic plant…

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Foliage plants

Ctenanthe burle-marxii

Fishbone prayer plant

Comprehensive botanical dossier for Fishbone prayer plant (Ctenanthe burle-marxii). Identification, lighting calibration, porous substrate formulation, and cultivation…

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Foliage plants

Alocasia reginula

Black velvet alocasia

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Palms and cycads

Cycas circinalis

Queen sago

Queen sago (Cycas circinalis) Queen sago (botanical binomial: Cycas circinalis) is a distinguished botanical specimen belonging to…

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Plants for bonsai

Acer palmatum

Japanese maple (Acer palmatum)

Japanese maple (Acer palmatum) Acer palmatum, the Japanese maple, is the quintessential crown jewel of Asian botanical…

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Foliage plants

Dieffenbachia maculata

Spotted dumb cane

Comprehensive botanical dossier for Spotted dumb cane (Dieffenbachia maculata). Identification, lighting calibration, porous substrate formulation, and cultivation…

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Culinary, aromatic and useful plants

Zingiber officinale

Ginger

Ginger (Zingiber officinale), classified within the botanical family Zingiberaceae, is an esteemed tropical landscape canopy tree renowned…

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Ferns and allies

Selaginella erythropus

Red-stem spikemoss

Red-stem spikemoss (Selaginella erythropus) Red-stem spikemoss (botanical binomial: Selaginella erythropus) is a distinguished botanical specimen belonging to…

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Indoor flowering plants

Clivia miniata

Bush lily

Comprehensive botanical dossier for Bush lily (Clivia miniata). Morphological taxonomy, lighting calibration, porous substrate formulation, and cultivation…

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Landscape shrubs and trees

Casuarina equisetifolia

Beach sheoak

Beach sheoak (Casuarina equisetifolia), classified within the botanical family Casuarinaceae, is an esteemed tropical landscape canopy tree…

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Foliage plants

Syngonium chiapense

Chiapas syngonium

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Succulents and cacti

Tephrocactus articulatus

Paper Spine Cactus (Tephrocactus articulatus)

Tephrocactus articulatus is an extraordinary South American cactus celebrated for fragile pinecone-like stacked joints and wide, papery,…

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Culinary, aromatic and useful plants

Ocimum gratissimum

African basil

African basil (Ocimum gratissimum), classified within the botanical family Lamiaceae, is an esteemed tropical landscape canopy tree…

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Foliage plants

Monstera barrieri

Barrier’s monstera

In-depth botanical profile for Barrier's monstera (Monstera barrieri, family Araceae): leaf morphology analysis, high-porosity potting mix for…

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Orchids

Phalaenopsis lindenii

Linden’s phalaenopsis

Comprehensive botanical dossier for Linden's phalaenopsis (Phalaenopsis lindenii). Morphological taxonomy, lighting calibration, porous substrate formulation, and cultivation…

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Succulents and cacti

Euphorbia ingens

Candelabra tree euphorbia

Euphorbia Euphorbiaceae Living Herbarium Master V2 Candelabra Tree Euphorbia (Euphorbia ingens): Giant Arborescent Architecture, Segmented Stems and…

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Succulents and cacti

Sansevieria cylindrica

Cylindrical Snake Plant (Sansevieria cylindrica)

Sansevieria cylindrica, the Cylindrical Snake Plant or African Spear, is a celebrated architectural succulent featuring stiff upright…

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Foliage plants

Alocasia sinuata

Quilted dream alocasia

Step-by-step masterclass on Quilted dream alocasia (Alocasia sinuata): shock-free repotting techniques, moisture depth monitoring, and organic fertilization…

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Palms and cycads

Dypsis pembana

Pemba palm

Pemba palm (Dypsis pembana) Pemba palm (botanical binomial: Dypsis pembana) is a distinguished botanical specimen belonging to…

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Succulents and cacti

Haworthia emelyae

Emely’s haworthia (Haworthia emelyae)

Comprehensive botanical monograph on Emely's haworthia (Haworthia emelyae): structural morphology, physiological adaptations, porous mineral substrate, and specialized…

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Landscape shrubs and trees

Desmos chinensis

Dwarf ylang-ylang

Dwarf ylang-ylang (Desmos chinensis), classified within the botanical family Annonaceae, is an esteemed tropical landscape canopy tree…

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Orchids

Cymbidium finlaysonianum

Finlayson’s cymbidium

Comprehensive botanical dossier for Finlayson's cymbidium (Cymbidium finlaysonianum). Morphological taxonomy, lighting calibration, porous substrate formulation, and cultivation…

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Palms and cycads

Zamia furfuracea

Cardboard cycad

Cardboard cycad (Zamia furfuracea) Cardboard cycad (botanical binomial: Zamia furfuracea) is a distinguished botanical specimen belonging to…

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Palms and cycads

Phoenix reclinata

Senegal date palm

Senegal date palm (Phoenix reclinata) Senegal date palm (botanical binomial: Phoenix reclinata) is a distinguished botanical specimen…

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Plants for bonsai

Diospyros kaki

Japanese persimmon (Diospyros kaki)

Japanese persimmon (Diospyros kaki) Diospyros kaki, universally cherished as Japanese persimmon or Asian persimmon, is an iconic…

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Succulents and cacti

Crassula pellucida

Calico kitten crassula (Crassula pellucida)

Comprehensive botanical monograph on the Calico kitten crassula (Crassula pellucida): heart-shaped foliar morphology, tricolor chimera, and hanging…

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Plants for bonsai

Calocedrus formosana

Taiwan incense cedar (Calocedrus formosana)

Taiwan incense cedar (Calocedrus formosana) Calocedrus formosana, the Taiwan incense cedar, is an endangered relict conifer revered…

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Plants for bonsai

Samanea saman

Rain tree (Samanea saman)

Rain tree (Samanea saman) Samanea saman, universally celebrated as the rain tree or monkeypod, is a monumental…

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Indoor flowering plants

Epiphyllum oxypetalum

Queen of the night epiphyllum

Comprehensive botanical dossier for Queen of the night epiphyllum (Epiphyllum oxypetalum). Morphological taxonomy, lighting calibration, porous substrate…

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Foliage plants

Scindapsus officinalis

Medicinal scindapsus

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Orchids

Dendrobium hercoglossum

Ramped lip dendrobium

Comprehensive botanical dossier for Ramped lip dendrobium (Dendrobium hercoglossum). Morphological taxonomy, lighting calibration, porous substrate formulation, and…

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Plants for bonsai

Chaenomeles japonica

Japanese quince (Chaenomeles japonica)

Japanese quince (Chaenomeles japonica) Chaenomeles japonica, widely revered as Japanese quince or Kusa-boke, is an iconic dwarf…

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Plants for bonsai

Wrightia religiosa

Water jasmine (Wrightia religiosa)

Water jasmine (Wrightia religiosa) Wrightia religiosa, the Water jasmine, is the revered soul of Southeast Asian bonsai…

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Succulents and cacti

Gasteria nitida

Shiny Gasteria (Gasteria nitida)

Sai Gon Cay Canh • Living Herbarium V2 Shiny Gasteria (Gasteria nitida): Cuticular Lustre, Rosette Morphology and…

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Landscape shrubs and trees

Graptophyllum pictum

Caricature plant

Caricature plant (Graptophyllum pictum), classified within the botanical family Acanthaceae, is an esteemed tropical landscape canopy tree…

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Garden and container flowers

Malvaviscus arboreus

Wax mallow (Malvaviscus arboreus)

Wax mallow (Malvaviscus arboreus) Malvaviscus arboreus, universally celebrated as Wax mallow, Turk’s cap, or sleeping hibiscus, is…

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Culinary, aromatic and useful plants

Cymbopogon nardus

Citronella grass (Cymbopogon nardus), classified within the botanical family Poaceae, is an esteemed tropical landscape canopy tree…

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Aquatic and wetland plants

Ludwigia inclinata 'Tornado'

Ludwigia Tornado (Ludwigia inclinata ‘Tornado’)

Complete botanical and aquascaping guide for Ludwigia Tornado (Ludwigia inclinata 'Tornado'): high-intensity lighting, CO2, iron fertilization, and…

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Foliage plants

Syngonium angustatum

Narrow arrowhead

Detailed taxonomic reference for Narrow arrowhead (Syngonium angustatum): definitive leaf venation keys, root health management, and integrated…

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Landscape shrubs and trees

Brugmansia candida

Angel’s trumpet candida (Brugmansia candida), classified within the botanical family Solanaceae, is an esteemed tropical landscape canopy…

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Landscape shrubs and trees

Osmanthus fragrans

Sweet osmanthus

Sweet osmanthus (Osmanthus fragrans), classified within the botanical family Oleaceae, is an esteemed tropical landscape canopy tree…

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Plants for bonsai

Diospyros buxifolia

Boxleaf ebony (Diospyros buxifolia)

Boxleaf ebony (Diospyros buxifolia) Diospyros buxifolia, esteemed as boxleaf ebony, is a rare hardwood botanical subject prized…

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Succulents and cacti

Euphorbia tirucalli

Pencil cactus

Euphorbia Euphorbiaceae Living Herbarium Master V2 Pencil Cactus (Euphorbia tirucalli): Cylindrical Photosynthetic Cladodes, Latex Safety and Arid…

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Aquatic and wetland plants

Cryptocoryne wendtii

Wendt’s water trumpet

Wendt’s water trumpet (Cryptocoryne wendtii), belonging to the botanical family Araceae, is an esteemed freshwater aquatic plant…

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Garden and container flowers

Gomphrena globosa

Globe amaranth (Gomphrena globosa)

Globe amaranth (Gomphrena globosa) Gomphrena globosa, universally celebrated as globe amaranth, bachelor’s button, or immortelle, is a…

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Ferns and allies

Cyathea cooperi

Australian tree fern

Australian tree fern (Cyathea cooperi) Australian tree fern (botanical binomial: Cyathea cooperi) is a distinguished botanical specimen…

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Aquatic and wetland plants

Bolbitis heudelotii

African water fern

African water fern (Bolbitis heudelotii), belonging to the botanical family Dryopteridaceae, is an esteemed freshwater aquatic plant…

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Aquatic and wetland plants

Iris pseudacorus

Yellow flag iris

Yellow flag iris (Iris pseudacorus), belonging to the botanical family Iridaceae, is an esteemed freshwater aquatic plant…

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Landscape shrubs and trees

Magnolia coco

Coconut magnolia

Coconut magnolia (Magnolia coco), classified within the botanical family Magnoliaceae, is an esteemed tropical landscape canopy tree…

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Orchids

Cattleya gaskelliana

Gaskell’s cattleya

Comprehensive botanical dossier for Gaskell's cattleya (Cattleya gaskelliana). Morphological taxonomy, lighting calibration, porous substrate formulation, and cultivation…

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Ferns and allies

Pellaea viridis

Green cliff brake

Green cliff brake (Pellaea viridis) Green cliff brake (botanical binomial: Pellaea viridis) is a distinguished botanical specimen…

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Aquatic and wetland plants

Echinodorus amazonicus

Amazon sword

Amazon sword (Echinodorus amazonicus), belonging to the botanical family Alismataceae, is an esteemed freshwater aquatic plant celebrated…

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Ferns and allies

Asplenium scolopendrium

Hart’s-tongue fern

Saigon Cay Canh Living Herbarium Dossier Hart’s-tongue fern — Asplenium scolopendrium Scientific name: Asplenium scolopendrium Botanical family:…

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Landscape shrubs and trees

Breynia disticha

Snowbush

Snowbush (Breynia disticha), classified within the botanical family Phyllanthaceae, is an esteemed tropical landscape canopy tree renowned…

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Foliage plants

Dieffenbachia daguensis

Comprehensive botanical dossier for Dagua dumb cane (Dieffenbachia daguensis). Identification, lighting calibration, porous substrate formulation, and cultivation…

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Caladium schomburgkii

Schomburgk’s caladium

Comprehensive botanical dossier for Schomburgk's caladium (Caladium schomburgkii). Identification, lighting calibration, porous substrate formulation, and cultivation guide…

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Aquatic and wetland plants

Typha latifolia

Broadleaf cattail

Broadleaf cattail (Typha latifolia), belonging to the botanical family Typhaceae, is an esteemed freshwater aquatic plant celebrated…

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Foliage plants

Syngonium steyermarkii

Steyermark’s syngonium

Standardized technical dossier for Steyermark's syngonium (Syngonium steyermarkii): engineered aroid substrate formulas, clean stem cuttings, and urban…

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Indoor flowering plants

Clivia nobilis

Green-tip clivia

Comprehensive botanical dossier for Green-tip clivia (Clivia nobilis). Morphological taxonomy, lighting calibration, porous substrate formulation, and cultivation…

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Indoor flowering plants

Streptocarpus saxorum

False african violet

Comprehensive botanical dossier for False african violet (Streptocarpus saxorum). Identification, lighting calibration, porous substrate formulation, and cultivation…

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Orchids

Dendrobium formosum

Beautiful dendrobium formosum

Comprehensive botanical dossier for Beautiful dendrobium formosum (Dendrobium formosum). Morphological taxonomy, lighting calibration, porous substrate formulation, and…

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Aquatic and wetland plants

Egeria densa

Brazilian waterweed (Egeria densa), belonging to the botanical family Hydrocharitaceae, is an esteemed freshwater aquatic plant celebrated…

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Succulents and cacti

Ferocactus wislizeni

Fishhook Barrel Cactus (Ferocactus wislizeni)

Ferocactus wislizeni is the legendary fishhook barrel cactus of the Sonoran and Chihuahuan deserts, celebrated for its…

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Landscape shrubs and trees

Ficus religiosa

Sacred fig

Sacred fig (Ficus religiosa), classified within the botanical family Moraceae, is an esteemed tropical landscape canopy tree…

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Plants for bonsai

Chamaecyparis pisifera

Sawara cypress (Chamaecyparis pisifera)

Sawara cypress (Chamaecyparis pisifera) Chamaecyparis pisifera, the Sawara cypress, is an aristocratic Japanese conifer celebrated for feathery…

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Garden and container flowers

Dietes bicolor

Yellow Wild Iris (Dietes bicolor)

Yellow Wild Iris (Dietes bicolor) Dietes bicolor, internationally admired as yellow wild iris, peacock flower, African iris,…

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Garden and container flowers

Russelia equisetiformis

Firecracker plant

Russelia equisetiformis, celebrated universally across tropical horticulture as the firecracker plant, coral plant, or fountain plant, is…

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Acalypha wilkesiana

Copperleaf

Copperleaf (Acalypha wilkesiana), classified within the botanical family Euphorbiaceae, is an esteemed tropical landscape canopy tree renowned…

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Garden and container flowers

Thunbergia alata

Black-eyed Susan vine (Thunbergia alata)

Black-eyed Susan vine (Thunbergia alata) Thunbergia alata, globally celebrated as Black-eyed Susan vine, clockvine, or black-eyed clockvine,…

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Garden and container flowers

Clerodendrum bungei

Rose glorybower (Clerodendrum bungei)

Rose glorybower (Clerodendrum bungei) Clerodendrum bungei, widely cherished as rose glorybower, Mexican hydrangea, or cashmere bouquet, is…

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Handroanthus chrysotrichus

Golden trumpet tree

Golden trumpet tree (Handroanthus chrysotrichus), classified within the botanical family Bignoniaceae, is an esteemed tropical landscape canopy…

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Garden and container flowers

Brunfelsia uniflora

Manaca flower (Brunfelsia uniflora)

Manaca flower (Brunfelsia uniflora) Brunfelsia uniflora, universally revered as the manaca flower, vegetable mercury, or sacred yesterday-today-and-tomorrow,…

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Foliage plants

Anthurium vittariifolium

Strap-leaf anthurium

Standardized technical dossier for Strap-leaf anthurium (Anthurium vittariifolium): engineered aroid substrate formulas, clean stem cuttings, and urban…

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Indoor flowering plants

Crossandra infundibuliformis

Firecracker flower

Comprehensive botanical dossier for Firecracker flower (Crossandra infundibuliformis). Morphological taxonomy, lighting calibration, porous substrate formulation, and cultivation…

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Aquatic and wetland plants

Micranthemum 'Monte Carlo'

Monte Carlo (Micranthemum ‘Monte Carlo’)

Complete botanical and aquascaping guide for Monte Carlo (Micranthemum 'Monte Carlo'): lighting, CO2, trimming regimen, and Dry…

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Foliage plants

Scindapsus treubii

Treub’s moonlight scindapsus

Botanical garden standard cultivation guide for Treub's moonlight scindapsus (Scindapsus treubii): seasonal irrigation adjustments, variety identification, and…

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Garden and container flowers

Abutilon pictum

Redvein abutilon (Abutilon pictum)

Redvein abutilon (Abutilon pictum) Abutilon pictum, universally renowned as Redvein abutilon, painted Indian mallow, or flowering maple,…

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Aquatic and wetland plants

Taxiphyllum alternans

Mini Taiwan moss (Taxiphyllum alternans)

Complete botanical and aquascaping care guide for Mini Taiwan moss (Taxiphyllum alternans): water parameters, CO2, lighting, and…

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Ferns and allies

Selaginella lepidophylla

Resurrection plant

Resurrection plant (Selaginella lepidophylla) Resurrection plant (botanical binomial: Selaginella lepidophylla) is a distinguished botanical specimen belonging to…

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Ferns and allies

Davallia trichomanoides

Squirrel’s foot fern

Sài Gòn Cây Cảnh Botanical Dossier Squirrel’s foot fern — Davallia trichomanoides Scientific Name: Davallia trichomanoides Botanical…

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Ferns and allies

Microsorum diversifolium

Kangaroo fern

Sài Gòn Cây Cảnh Botanical Dossier Kangaroo fern — Microsorum diversifolium Scientific Name: Microsorum diversifolium Botanical Family:…

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Plants for bonsai

Cotoneaster microphyllus

Littleleaf cotoneaster (Cotoneaster microphyllus)

Littleleaf cotoneaster (Cotoneaster microphyllus) Cotoneaster microphyllus, celebrated as littleleaf cotoneaster or rockspray cotoneaster, is an exquisite alpine…

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Palms and cycads

Caryota mitis

Clustering fishtail palm

Clustering fishtail palm (Caryota mitis) Clustering fishtail palm (botanical binomial: Caryota mitis) is a distinguished botanical specimen…

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Indoor flowering plants

Euphorbia milii

Crown of thorns

Comprehensive botanical dossier for Crown of thorns (Euphorbia milii). Morphological taxonomy, lighting calibration, porous substrate formulation, and…

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Succulents and cacti

Aloe plicatilis

Fan Aloe (Aloe plicatilis)

Sai Gon Cay Canh • Living Herbarium V2 Fan Aloe (Aloe plicatilis): Dichotomous Pachycaul Architecture, Distichous Foliage…

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Foliage plants

Epipremnum pinnatum

Dragon-tail plant

In-depth botanical profile for Dragon-tail plant (Epipremnum pinnatum, family Araceae): leaf morphology analysis, high-porosity potting mix for…

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Orchids

Cattleya mendelii

Mendel’s cattleya

Comprehensive botanical dossier for Mendel's cattleya (Cattleya mendelii). Morphological taxonomy, lighting calibration, porous substrate formulation, and cultivation…

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Palms and cycads

Caryota urens

Solitary fishtail palm

Solitary fishtail palm (Caryota urens) Solitary fishtail palm (botanical binomial: Caryota urens) is a distinguished botanical specimen…

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Landscape shrubs and trees

Combretum indicum

Chinese honeysuckle

Chinese honeysuckle (Combretum indicum), classified within the botanical family Combretaceae, is an esteemed tropical landscape canopy tree…

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Indoor flowering plants

Tillandsia xerographica

Queen of airplants

Comprehensive botanical dossier for Queen of airplants (Tillandsia xerographica). Morphological taxonomy, lighting calibration, porous substrate formulation, and…

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Culinary, aromatic and useful plants

Zingiber zerumbet

Bitter ginger

Bitter ginger (Zingiber zerumbet), classified within the botanical family Zingiberaceae, is an esteemed tropical landscape canopy tree…

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Aquatic and wetland plants

Limnophila indica

Indian marshweed (Limnophila indica), belonging to the botanical family Plantaginaceae, is an esteemed freshwater aquatic plant celebrated…

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Succulents and cacti

Crassula rupestris

Rosary vine crassula (Crassula rupestris)

Comprehensive botanical monograph on the Rosary vine crassula (Crassula rupestris): connate-perfoliate beaded morphology, CAM physiology, and coral…

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Orchids

Cattleya dowiana

Dow’s cattleya

Comprehensive botanical dossier for Dow's cattleya (Cattleya dowiana). Morphological taxonomy, lighting calibration, porous substrate formulation, and cultivation…

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Garden and container flowers

Ipomoea quamoclit

Cypress vine (Ipomoea quamoclit)

Cypress vine (Ipomoea quamoclit) Ipomoea quamoclit, universally admired as cypress vine, cardinal climber, hummingbird vine, or star…

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Garden and container flowers

Ipomoea pes-caprae

Beach morning glory (Ipomoea pes-caprae)

Beach morning glory (Ipomoea pes-caprae) Ipomoea pes-caprae, celebrated universally as beach morning glory, goat’s foot creeper, or…

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Orchids

Cymbidium lancifolium

Lance-leaf cymbidium

Comprehensive botanical dossier for Lance-leaf cymbidium (Cymbidium lancifolium). Morphological taxonomy, lighting calibration, porous substrate formulation, and cultivation…

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Orchids

Dendrobium thyrsiflorum

Pinecone dendrobium

Comprehensive botanical dossier for Pinecone dendrobium (Dendrobium thyrsiflorum). Morphological taxonomy, lighting calibration, porous substrate formulation, and cultivation…

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Ferns and allies

Aglaomorpha coronans

Crowned aglaomorpha

Sài Gòn Cây Cảnh Botanical Dossier Crowned aglaomorpha — Aglaomorpha coronans Scientific Name: Aglaomorpha coronans Botanical Family:…

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Succulents and cacti

Aloe ferox

Cape Aloe (Aloe ferox)

Sai Gon Cay Canh • Living Herbarium V2 Cape Aloe (Aloe ferox): Botanical Monograph, Pachycaul Architecture and…

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Orchids

Paphiopedilum concolor

One-colored paphiopedilum

Comprehensive botanical dossier for One-colored paphiopedilum (Paphiopedilum concolor). Morphological taxonomy, lighting calibration, porous substrate formulation, and cultivation…

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Succulents and cacti

Opuntia microdasys

Bunny Ears Cactus (Opuntia microdasys)

Opuntia microdasys is the world-famous Bunny Ears cactus native to Mexican deserts, celebrated for delightful paired paddle…

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Culinary, aromatic and useful plants

Senna alata

Candlestick senna

Candlestick senna (Senna alata), classified within the botanical family Fabaceae, is an esteemed tropical landscape canopy tree…

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Palms and cycads

Cycas pectinata

Comb cycad

Comb cycad (Cycas pectinata) Comb cycad (botanical binomial: Cycas pectinata) is a distinguished botanical specimen belonging to…

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Plants for bonsai

Lagerstroemia indica

Crape myrtle (Lagerstroemia indica)

Crape myrtle (Lagerstroemia indica) Lagerstroemia indica, acclaimed universally as crape myrtle, is a cherished ornamental bonsai subject…

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Foliage plants

Anthurium gracile

Red-berry anthurium

Detailed taxonomic reference for Red-berry anthurium (Anthurium gracile): definitive leaf venation keys, root health management, and integrated…

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Landscape shrubs and trees

Bauhinia purpurea

Purple orchid tree

Purple orchid tree (Bauhinia purpurea), classified within the botanical family Fabaceae, is an esteemed tropical landscape canopy…

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Garden and container flowers

Antirrhinum majus

Snapdragon (Antirrhinum majus)

Snapdragon (Antirrhinum majus) Antirrhinum majus, universally celebrated as snapdragon or dragon flower, is an aristocratic and dramatically…

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Orchids

Cattleya trianae

Winter cattleya

Comprehensive botanical dossier for Winter cattleya (Cattleya trianae). Morphological taxonomy, lighting calibration, porous substrate formulation, and cultivation…

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Garden and container flowers

Brugmansia suaveolens

Angel’s trumpet (Brugmansia suaveolens)

Angel’s trumpet (Brugmansia suaveolens) Brugmansia suaveolens, globally celebrated as angel’s trumpet, snowy angel’s trumpet, or tears of…

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Succulents and cacti

Aloe humilis

Spider aloe

Aloe Asphodelaceae Living Herbarium Master V2 Spider Aloe (Aloe humilis): Incurved Tuberculate Rosette, Clumping Dynamics and Compact…

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Foliage plants

Syngonium wendlandii

Silver goosefoot plant

In-depth botanical profile for Silver goosefoot plant (Syngonium wendlandii, family Araceae): leaf morphology analysis, high-porosity potting mix…

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Culinary, aromatic and useful plants

Mentha piperita

Peppermint

Peppermint (Mentha piperita), classified within the botanical family Lamiaceae, is an esteemed tropical landscape canopy tree renowned…

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Orchids

Phalaenopsis amabilis

Moth orchid amabilis

Comprehensive botanical dossier for Moth orchid amabilis (Phalaenopsis amabilis). Morphological taxonomy, lighting calibration, porous substrate formulation, and…

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Foliage plants

Philodendron camposportoanum

Velvety small philodendron

Master the art of cultivating Velvety small philodendron (Philodendron camposportoanum): strategies for maximizing mature blade sizing, artificial…

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Foliage plants

Goeppertia zebrina

Zebra plant calathea

Comprehensive botanical dossier for Zebra plant calathea (Goeppertia zebrina). Identification, lighting calibration, porous substrate formulation, and cultivation…

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Indoor flowering plants

Petrocosmea minor

Dwarf petrocosmea

Comprehensive botanical dossier for Dwarf petrocosmea (Petrocosmea minor). Identification, lighting calibration, porous substrate formulation, and cultivation guide…

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Culinary, aromatic and useful plants

Clinacanthus nutans

Sabah snake grass

Sabah snake grass (Clinacanthus nutans), classified within the botanical family Acanthaceae, is an esteemed tropical landscape canopy…

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Succulents and cacti

Echinocactus grusonii

Golden Barrel Cactus (Echinocactus grusonii)

Echinocactus grusonii is the world-renowned Golden Barrel cactus native to central Mexico, celebrated for its flawless ribbed…

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Succulents and cacti

Crassula arborescens

Silver dollar plant

Botanical Dossier Standard V2 • Saigon Cay Canh undefined (Crassula arborescens) Stonecrop family (Crassulaceae) • Living Herbarium…

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Plants for bonsai

Zanthoxylum piperitum

Japanese pepper (Zanthoxylum piperitum)

Japanese pepper (Zanthoxylum piperitum) Zanthoxylum piperitum, widely celebrated as Japanese pepper or Sansho, is an esteemed aromatic…

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Foliage plants

Goeppertia rufibarba

Furry feather calathea

Comprehensive botanical dossier for Furry feather calathea (Goeppertia rufibarba). Identification, lighting calibration, porous substrate formulation, and cultivation…

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Foliage plants

Dracaena marginata

Dragon tree

Comprehensive botanical dossier for Dragon tree (Dracaena marginata). Identification, lighting calibration, porous substrate formulation, and cultivation guide…

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Culinary, aromatic and useful plants

Murraya koenigii

Curry tree

Curry tree (Murraya koenigii), classified within the botanical family Rutaceae, is an esteemed tropical landscape canopy tree…

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Plants for bonsai

Wisteria sinensis

Chinese wisteria (Wisteria sinensis)

Chinese wisteria (Wisteria sinensis) Wisteria sinensis, celebrated worldwide as the Chinese wisteria, reigns as the supreme queen…

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Landscape shrubs and trees

Magnolia champaca

Champak magnolia (Magnolia champaca), classified within the botanical family Magnoliaceae, is an esteemed tropical landscape canopy tree…

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Foliage plants

Alocasia wentii

Hardy elephant ear

Comprehensive indoor care guide for Hardy elephant ear (Alocasia wentii): natural venation markers, air-conditioned humidity tips, and…

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Indoor flowering plants

Pachystachys lutea

Golden shrimp plant

Comprehensive botanical dossier for Golden shrimp plant (Pachystachys lutea). Morphological taxonomy, lighting calibration, porous substrate formulation, and…

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Orchids

Cymbidium dayanum

Day’s cymbidium

Comprehensive botanical dossier for Day's cymbidium (Cymbidium dayanum). Morphological taxonomy, lighting calibration, porous substrate formulation, and cultivation…

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Succulents and cacti

Haworthia attenuata

Tuberculate zebra haworthia (Haworthia attenuata)

Comprehensive botanical monograph on Tuberculate zebra haworthia (Haworthia attenuata): structural morphology, physiological adaptations, porous mineral substrate, and…

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Succulents and cacti

Lithops lesliei

Leslie Living Stone (Lithops lesliei)

Lithops lesliei is a renowned South African living stone succulent, celebrated for pair of succulent mimicry leaves…

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Ferns and allies

Nephrolepis brownii

Asian sword fern

Saigon Cay Canh Living Herbarium Dossier Asian sword fern — Nephrolepis brownii Scientific name: Nephrolepis brownii Botanical…

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Orchids

Cattleya walkeriana

Walker cattleya

Comprehensive botanical dossier for Walker cattleya (Cattleya walkeriana). Morphological taxonomy, lighting calibration, porous substrate formulation, and cultivation…

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Garden and container flowers

Mussaenda erythrophylla

Ashanti blood mussaenda (Mussaenda erythrophylla)

Ashanti blood mussaenda (Mussaenda erythrophylla) Mussaenda erythrophylla, universally celebrated as Ashanti blood mussaenda or red flag bush,…

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Aquatic and wetland plants

Fissidens nobilis

Complete botanical and aquascaping care guide for Noble phoenix moss (Fissidens nobilis): water parameters, CO2, lighting, and…

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Aquatic and wetland plants

Nymphaea lotus

White Egyptian lotus

White Egyptian lotus (Nymphaea lotus), belonging to the botanical family Nymphaeaceae, is an esteemed freshwater aquatic plant…

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Landscape shrubs and trees

Artocarpus altilis

Breadfruit tree

Breadfruit tree (Artocarpus altilis), classified within the botanical family Moraceae, is an esteemed tropical landscape canopy tree…

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Ferns and allies

Nephrolepis cordifolia

Tuberous sword fern

Saigon Cay Canh Living Herbarium Dossier Tuberous sword fern — Nephrolepis cordifolia Scientific name: Nephrolepis cordifolia Botanical…

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Aquatic and wetland plants

Ludwigia glandulosa

Complete botanical and aquascaping guide for Cylindric-fruit primrose-willow (Ludwigia glandulosa): high-intensity lighting, CO2, iron fertilization, and propagation…

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Garden and container flowers

Canna glauca

Water Canna (Canna glauca)

Water Canna (Canna glauca) Canna glauca, universally admired as water canna, aquatic canna, or Louisiana canna, is…

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Succulents and cacti

Aloe brevifolia

Short-Leaved Aloe (Aloe brevifolia)

Sai Gon Cay Canh • Living Herbarium V2 Short-Leaved Aloe (Aloe brevifolia): Glaucous Cuticle, Abaxial Teeth and…

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Garden and container flowers

Helianthus annuus

Common sunflower (Helianthus annuus)

Common sunflower (Helianthus annuus) Helianthus annuus, universally celebrated as common sunflower, annual sunflower, or mirassol, is a…

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Aquatic and wetland plants

Eleocharis pusilla 'Mini'

Dwarf hairgrass mini (Eleocharis pusilla ‘Mini’)

Complete botanical and aquascaping guide for Dwarf hairgrass mini (Eleocharis pusilla 'Mini'): lighting, CO2, trimming regimen, and…

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Plants for bonsai

Leptospermum scoparium

Manuka tea tree (Leptospermum scoparium)

Manuka tea tree (Leptospermum scoparium) Leptospermum scoparium, universally celebrated as the Manuka tea tree or broom teatree,…

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Landscape shrubs and trees

Agave americana

Century plant (Agave americana), classified within the botanical family Asparagaceae, is an esteemed tropical landscape canopy tree…

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Foliage plants

Monstera dubia

Shingle plant

Comprehensive indoor care guide for Shingle plant (Monstera dubia): natural venation markers, air-conditioned humidity tips, and root…

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Garden and container flowers

Alpinia purpurata

Red ginger (Alpinia purpurata)

Red ginger (Alpinia purpurata) Alpinia purpurata, universally admired as red ginger, ostrich plume, or pink cone ginger,…

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Ferns and allies

Nephrolepis duffii

Duff’s button fern

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Succulents and cacti

Echeveria peacockii

Peacock echeveria

Peacock echeveria (Echeveria peacockii) Peacock echeveria (botanical binomial: Echeveria peacockii) is a celebrated succulent specimen revered in…

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Culinary, aromatic and useful plants

Alpinia galanga

Greater galangal

Greater galangal (Alpinia galanga), classified within the botanical family Zingiberaceae, is an esteemed tropical landscape canopy tree…

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Indoor flowering plants

Primulina tamiana

Vietnamese violet

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Garden and container flowers

Cosmos bipinnatus

Garden cosmos (Cosmos bipinnatus)

Garden cosmos (Cosmos bipinnatus) Cosmos bipinnatus, celebrated universally as garden cosmos, Mexican aster, or cosmos daisy, is…

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Garden and container flowers

Portulaca grandiflora

Moss rose (Portulaca grandiflora)

Moss rose (Portulaca grandiflora) Portulaca grandiflora, universally treasured as moss rose, sun plant, or eleven o’clock, is…

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Artocarpus heterophyllus

Jackfruit tree

Jackfruit tree (Artocarpus heterophyllus), classified within the botanical family Moraceae, is an esteemed tropical landscape canopy tree…

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Mammillaria zeilmanniana

Rose-crowned cactus

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Garden and container flowers

Coreopsis tinctoria

Plains coreopsis (Coreopsis tinctoria)

Plains coreopsis (Coreopsis tinctoria) Coreopsis tinctoria, celebrated globally as plains coreopsis, calliopsis, or golden tickseed, is an…

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Foliage plants

Anthurium magnificum

Magnificent anthurium

Botanical garden standard cultivation guide for Magnificent anthurium (Anthurium magnificum): seasonal irrigation adjustments, variety identification, and clonal…

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Foliage plants

Aglaonema commutatum

Poison dart plant

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Landscape shrubs and trees

Pandanus utilis

Common screwpine

Common screwpine (Pandanus utilis), classified within the botanical family Pandanaceae, is an esteemed tropical landscape canopy tree…

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Indoor flowering plants

Stephanotis floribunda

Madagascar jasmine

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Succulents and cacti

Mammillaria plumosa

Feather cactus

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Indoor flowering plants

Euphorbia pulcherrima

Poinsettia

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Schefflera heptaphylla

Seven-finger schefflera

Seven-finger schefflera (Schefflera heptaphylla), classified within the botanical family Araliaceae, is an esteemed tropical landscape canopy tree…

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Foliage plants

Philodendron bipennifolium

Fiddleleaf philodendron

Detailed taxonomic reference for Fiddleleaf philodendron (Philodendron bipennifolium): definitive leaf venation keys, root health management, and integrated…

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Aquatic and wetland plants

Rotala ramosior 'Florida'

Rotala ramosior Florida (Rotala ramosior ‘Florida’)

Complete botanical and aquascaping guide for Rotala ramosior Florida (Rotala ramosior 'Florida'): high PAR lighting, CO2 injection,…

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Garden and container flowers

Pentas lanceolata

Egyptian starcluster (Pentas lanceolata)

Egyptian starcluster (Pentas lanceolata) Pentas lanceolata, globally acclaimed as Egyptian starcluster or star flower, is a cheerful…

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Mimusops elengi

Spanish cherry

Spanish cherry (Mimusops elengi), classified within the botanical family Sapotaceae, is an esteemed tropical landscape canopy tree…

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Plants for bonsai

Stewartia pseudocamellia

Japanese stewartia (Stewartia pseudocamellia)

Japanese stewartia (Stewartia pseudocamellia) Stewartia pseudocamellia, widely admired as Japanese stewartia or summer camellia (natsu-tsubaki in Japan),…

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Aquatic and wetland plants

Nymphaea caerulea

Blue Egyptian lotus

Blue Egyptian lotus (Nymphaea caerulea), belonging to the botanical family Nymphaeaceae, is an esteemed freshwater aquatic plant…

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Foliage plants

Dieffenbachia parlatorei

Parlatore’s dumb cane

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Ferns and allies

Dicksonia squarrosa

Rough tree fern wheki

Rough tree fern wheki (Dicksonia squarrosa) Rough tree fern wheki (botanical binomial: Dicksonia squarrosa) is a distinguished…

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Plants for bonsai

Cotoneaster horizontalis

Rock cotoneaster (Cotoneaster horizontalis)

Rock cotoneaster (Cotoneaster horizontalis) Cotoneaster horizontalis, universally known as rock cotoneaster or fishbone cotoneaster, is a charismatic…

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Orchids

Rhynchostylis gigantea

Giant rhynchostylis

Comprehensive botanical dossier for Giant rhynchostylis (Rhynchostylis gigantea). Morphological taxonomy, lighting calibration, porous substrate formulation, and cultivation…

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Foliage plants

Dracaena fragrans

Cornstalk dracaena

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Succulents and cacti

Crassula muscosa

Watch chain plant (Crassula muscosa)

Comprehensive botanical monograph on the Watch chain plant (Crassula muscosa): geometric scale-leaf morphology, CAM physiology, mineral substrate,…

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Plants for bonsai

Juniperus chinensis

Chinese juniper (Juniperus chinensis)

Chinese juniper (Juniperus chinensis) Juniperus chinensis, particularly the coveted Japanese Shimpaku variety, represents the apex of classical…

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Garden and container flowers

Campsis radicans

Trumpet creeper (Campsis radicans)

Trumpet creeper (Campsis radicans) Campsis radicans, celebrated universally as trumpet creeper, trumpet vine, or hummingbird vine, is…

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Ferns and allies

Platycerium stemaria

Triangle staghorn fern

Saigon Cay Canh Living Herbarium Dossier Triangle staghorn fern — Platycerium stemaria Scientific name: Platycerium stemaria Botanical…

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Aquatic and wetland plants

Bucephalandra 'Brownie Ghost'

Brownie Ghost bucephalandra (Bucephalandra ‘Brownie Ghost’)

Complete botanical and aquascaping care guide for Brownie Ghost bucephalandra (Bucephalandra 'Brownie Ghost'): water parameters, CO2, lighting,…

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Foliage plants

Philodendron pedatum

Oak-leaf philodendron

Comprehensive indoor care guide for Oak-leaf philodendron (Philodendron pedatum): natural venation markers, air-conditioned humidity tips, and root…

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Ferns and allies

Nephrolepis biserrata

Giant sword fern

Saigon Cay Canh Living Herbarium Dossier Giant sword fern — Nephrolepis biserrata Scientific name: Nephrolepis biserrata Botanical…

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Succulents and cacti

Aloe arborescens

Krantz Aloe (Aloe arborescens)

Sai Gon Cay Canh • Living Herbarium V2 Krantz Aloe (Aloe arborescens): Botanical Classification, Branching Architecture and…

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Indoor flowering plants

Jacobinia carnea

Brazilian plume flower

Comprehensive botanical dossier for Brazilian plume flower (Jacobinia carnea). Morphological taxonomy, lighting calibration, porous substrate formulation, and…

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Indoor flowering plants

Episcia lilacina

Blue flowered flame violet

Comprehensive botanical dossier for Blue flowered flame violet (Episcia lilacina). Identification, lighting calibration, porous substrate formulation, and…

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Succulents and cacti

Rhipsalis cereuscula

Coral Cactus (Rhipsalis cereuscula)

Rhipsalis cereuscula is a charming epiphytic coral cactus forming dense shrubby cushions of cylindrical branchlets resembling grains…

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Ferns and allies

Adiantum raddianum

Delta maidenhair fern

Saigon Cay Canh Living Herbarium Dossier Delta maidenhair fern — Adiantum raddianum Scientific name: Adiantum raddianum Botanical…

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Palms and cycads

Rhapis humilis

Slender lady palm

Slender lady palm (Rhapis humilis) Slender lady palm (botanical binomial: Rhapis humilis) is a distinguished botanical specimen…

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Indoor flowering plants

Schlumbergera russelliana

Holiday cactus

Comprehensive botanical dossier for Holiday cactus (Schlumbergera russelliana). Morphological taxonomy, lighting calibration, porous substrate formulation, and cultivation…

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Indoor flowering plants

Exacum affine

Persian violet

Comprehensive botanical dossier for Persian violet (Exacum affine). Morphological taxonomy, lighting calibration, porous substrate formulation, and cultivation…

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Orchids

Brassavola flagellaris

Whip-leaf brassavola

Comprehensive botanical dossier for Whip-leaf brassavola (Brassavola flagellaris). Morphological taxonomy, lighting calibration, porous substrate formulation, and cultivation…

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Ferns and allies

Blechnum gibbum

Silver lady fern

Silver lady fern (Blechnum gibbum) Silver lady fern (botanical binomial: Blechnum gibbum) is a distinguished botanical specimen…

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Foliage plants

Scindapsus hederaceus

Ivy scindapsus

Proven horticultural methods for Ivy scindapsus (Scindapsus hederaceus): optimizing diffused lighting, balanced micronutrient feeding, and foliage discoloration…

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Plants for bonsai

Grewia occidentalis

Crossberry (Grewia occidentalis)

Crossberry (Grewia occidentalis) Grewia occidentalis, universally known as the crossberry or four-corner berry, is an extraordinary woody…

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Ferns and allies

Pteris ensiformis

Slender brake fern

Sài Gòn Cây Cảnh Botanical Dossier Slender brake fern — Pteris ensiformis Scientific Name: Pteris ensiformis Botanical…

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Plants for bonsai

Murraya paniculata

Orange jasmine (Murraya paniculata)

Orange jasmine (Murraya paniculata) Murraya paniculata, widely known as orange jasmine or mock orange, is an esteemed…

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Landscape shrubs and trees

Peltophorum pterocarpum

Yellow poinciana

Yellow poinciana (Peltophorum pterocarpum), classified within the botanical family Fabaceae, is an esteemed tropical landscape canopy tree…

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Foliage plants

Ficus benjamina

Weeping fig

Comprehensive botanical dossier for Weeping fig (Ficus benjamina). Identification, lighting calibration, porous substrate formulation, and cultivation guide…

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Culinary, aromatic and useful plants

Artemisia vulgaris

Mugwort

Mugwort (Artemisia vulgaris), classified within the botanical family Asteraceae, is an esteemed tropical landscape canopy tree renowned…

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Succulents and cacti

Gymnocalycium anisitsii

Anisits’ Chin Cactus (Gymnocalycium anisitsii)

Gymnocalycium anisitsii is a distinguished chin cactus native to open woodlands of Paraguay, featuring olive-green globose stems…

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Orchids

Oncidium sphacelatum

Dancing-lady orchid sphacelatum

Comprehensive botanical dossier for Dancing-lady orchid sphacelatum (Oncidium sphacelatum). Morphological taxonomy, lighting calibration, porous substrate formulation, and…

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Plants for bonsai

Thuja occidentalis

Northern white cedar (Thuja occidentalis)

Northern white cedar (Thuja occidentalis) Thuja occidentalis, celebrated globally as the Tree of Life or Northern white…

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Landscape shrubs and trees

Pseuderanthemum carruthersii

Carruthers’ false face

Carruthers’ false face (Pseuderanthemum carruthersii), classified within the botanical family Acanthaceae, is an esteemed tropical landscape canopy…

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Orchids

Bulbophyllum echinolabium

Hedgehog-lip bulbophyllum

Comprehensive botanical dossier for Hedgehog-lip bulbophyllum (Bulbophyllum echinolabium). Morphological taxonomy, lighting calibration, porous substrate formulation, and cultivation…

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Orchids

Bulbophyllum fascinator

Fascinating bulbophyllum

Comprehensive botanical dossier for Fascinating bulbophyllum (Bulbophyllum fascinator). Morphological taxonomy, lighting calibration, porous substrate formulation, and cultivation…

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Landscape shrubs and trees

Cassia fistula

Golden shower tree

Golden shower tree (Cassia fistula), classified within the botanical family Fabaceae, is an esteemed tropical landscape canopy…

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Indoor flowering plants

Eucharis amazonica

Amazon lily

Comprehensive botanical dossier for Amazon lily (Eucharis amazonica). Morphological taxonomy, lighting calibration, porous substrate formulation, and cultivation…

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Orchids

Vanda tessellata

Checkered vanda

Comprehensive botanical dossier for Checkered vanda (Vanda tessellata). Morphological taxonomy, lighting calibration, porous substrate formulation, and cultivation…

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Foliage plants

Peperomia polybotrya

Raindrop peperomia

Comprehensive botanical dossier for Raindrop peperomia (Peperomia polybotrya). Identification, lighting calibration, porous substrate formulation, and cultivation guide…

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Palms and cycads

Chamaedorea seifrizii

Bamboo palm

Bamboo palm (Chamaedorea seifrizii) Bamboo palm (botanical binomial: Chamaedorea seifrizii) is a distinguished botanical specimen belonging to…

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Succulents and cacti

Echeveria cuspidata

Cuspidate echeveria

Cuspidate echeveria (Echeveria cuspidata) Cuspidate echeveria (botanical binomial: Echeveria cuspidata) is a celebrated succulent specimen revered in…

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Opuntia ficus-indica

Prickly Pear Cactus (Opuntia ficus-indica)

Opuntia ficus-indica is a celebrated multipurpose cactus indigenous to arid Mexican plateaus, renowned for broad paddle-shaped succulent…

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Garden and container flowers

Nerium oleander

Oleander (Nerium oleander)

Oleander (Nerium oleander) Nerium oleander, globally celebrated as oleander or rose bay, is an iconic evergreen Mediterranean…

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Succulents and cacti

Ferocactus glaucescens

Blue Barrel Cactus (Ferocactus glaucescens)

Ferocactus glaucescens is the celebrated Blue Barrel cactus of central Mexico, renowned for its frosted glaucous blue-grey…

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Foliage plants

Spathiphyllum montanum

Mountain peace lily

Comprehensive botanical dossier for Mountain peace lily (Spathiphyllum montanum). Identification, lighting calibration, porous substrate formulation, and cultivation…

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Orchids

Cymbidium hookerianum

Hooker’s cymbidium

Comprehensive botanical dossier for Hooker's cymbidium (Cymbidium hookerianum). Morphological taxonomy, lighting calibration, porous substrate formulation, and cultivation…

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Ferns and allies

Platycerium holttumii

Holttum’s staghorn fern

Saigon Cay Canh Living Herbarium Dossier Holttum’s staghorn fern — Platycerium holttumii Scientific name: Platycerium holttumii Botanical…

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Orchids

Oncidium ampliatum

Turtle-shell oncidium

Comprehensive botanical dossier for Turtle-shell oncidium (Oncidium ampliatum). Morphological taxonomy, lighting calibration, porous substrate formulation, and cultivation…

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Culinary, aromatic and useful plants

Piper sarmentosum

Lolot pepper

Lolot pepper (Piper sarmentosum), classified within the botanical family Piperaceae, is an esteemed tropical landscape canopy tree…

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Foliage plants

Syngonium rayi

Ray’s arrowhead

Comprehensive indoor care guide for Ray's arrowhead (Syngonium rayi): natural venation markers, air-conditioned humidity tips, and root…

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Foliage plants

Philodendron verrucosum

Velvet-leaf philodendron

Detailed taxonomic reference for Velvet-leaf philodendron (Philodendron verrucosum): definitive leaf venation keys, root health management, and integrated…

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Orchids

Dendrobium moschatum

Musky smelling dendrobium

Comprehensive botanical dossier for Musky smelling dendrobium (Dendrobium moschatum). Morphological taxonomy, lighting calibration, porous substrate formulation, and…

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Ferns and allies

Platycerium ridleyi

Ridley’s staghorn fern

Saigon Cay Canh Living Herbarium Dossier Ridley’s staghorn fern — Platycerium ridleyi Scientific name: Platycerium ridleyi Botanical…

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Indoor flowering plants

Hoya carnosa

Wax plant hoya

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Succulents and cacti

Sedum spathulifolium

Broadleaf stonecrop

Botanical Dossier Standard V2 • Saigon Cay Canh undefined (Sedum spathulifolium) Stonecrop family (Crassulaceae) • Living Herbarium…

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Orchids

Epidendrum ciliare

Fringed star orchid

Comprehensive botanical dossier for Fringed star orchid (Epidendrum ciliare). Morphological taxonomy, lighting calibration, porous substrate formulation, and…

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Orchids

Cattleya percivaliana

Christmas orchid cattleya

Comprehensive botanical dossier for Christmas orchid cattleya (Cattleya percivaliana). Morphological taxonomy, lighting calibration, porous substrate formulation, and…

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Aquatic and wetland plants

Sagittaria subulata

Awl-leaf arrowhead

Awl-leaf arrowhead (Sagittaria subulata), belonging to the botanical family Alismataceae, is an esteemed freshwater aquatic plant celebrated…

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Plants for bonsai

Larix decidua

European larch (Larix decidua)

European larch (Larix decidua) Larix decidua, the European larch, is a noble alpine deciduous conifer celebrated for…

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Succulents and cacti

Kalanchoe tomentosa

Panda Plant (Kalanchoe tomentosa)

Panda Plant (Kalanchoe tomentosa) The Panda plant (botanical binomial: Kalanchoe tomentosa Baker) represents one of the most…

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Succulents and cacti

Astrophytum ornatum

Monk’s hood cactus

Astrophytum Cactaceae Standard Botanical Monograph V2 Monk’s Hood Cactus (Astrophytum ornatum): Columnar Stature, Golden Spines and Pot…

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Succulents and cacti

Haworthia limifolia

Fairy washboard (Haworthia limifolia)

Comprehensive botanical monograph on Fairy washboard (Haworthia limifolia): structural morphology, physiological adaptations, porous mineral substrate, and specialized…

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Orchids

Aerides odorata

Fragrant cat’s-tail orchid

Comprehensive botanical dossier for Fragrant cat's-tail orchid (Aerides odorata). Morphological taxonomy, lighting calibration, porous substrate formulation, and…

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Plants for bonsai

Ligustrum sinense

Chinese privet (Ligustrum sinense)

Chinese privet (Ligustrum sinense) Ligustrum sinense, widely known as Chinese privet, is a versatile and celebrated woody…

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Plants for bonsai

Picea glauca

White spruce (Picea glauca)

White spruce (Picea glauca) Picea glauca, the White spruce, is a pristine North American boreal conifer celebrated…

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Plants for bonsai

Pinus mugo

Mugo pine (Pinus mugo)

Mugo pine (Pinus mugo) Pinus mugo, the Mugo pine, is an iconic high-elevation European conifer renowned for…

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Foliage plants

Syngonium erythrophyllum

Red-leaf arrowhead

Standardized technical dossier for Red-leaf arrowhead (Syngonium erythrophyllum): engineered aroid substrate formulas, clean stem cuttings, and urban…

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Palms and cycads

Rhapis subtilis

Thailand lady palm

Thailand lady palm (Rhapis subtilis) Thailand lady palm (botanical binomial: Rhapis subtilis) is a distinguished botanical specimen…

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Orchids

Rhynchostylis retusa

Foxtail orchid retusa

Comprehensive botanical dossier for Foxtail orchid retusa (Rhynchostylis retusa). Morphological taxonomy, lighting calibration, porous substrate formulation, and…

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Foliage plants

Anthurium radicans

Creeping anthurium

Step-by-step masterclass on Creeping anthurium (Anthurium radicans): shock-free repotting techniques, moisture depth monitoring, and organic fertilization schedules.

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Succulents and cacti

Euphorbia canariensis

Canary Island spurge

Euphorbia Euphorbiaceae Living Herbarium Master V2 Canary Island Spurge (Euphorbia canariensis): Quadrangular Columnar Architecture, Diterpene Latex and…

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Foliage plants

Alocasia reversa

Reversed-pattern alocasia

Proven horticultural methods for Reversed-pattern alocasia (Alocasia reversa): optimizing diffused lighting, balanced micronutrient feeding, and foliage discoloration…

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Orchids

Dendrobium secundum

Toothbrush orchid

Comprehensive botanical dossier for Toothbrush orchid (Dendrobium secundum). Morphological taxonomy, lighting calibration, porous substrate formulation, and cultivation…

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Indoor flowering plants

Kalanchoe manginii

Chandelier plant

Comprehensive botanical dossier for Chandelier plant (Kalanchoe manginii). Morphological taxonomy, lighting calibration, porous substrate formulation, and cultivation…

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Succulents and cacti

Kalanchoe thyrsiflora

Flapjack kalanchoe (Kalanchoe thyrsiflora)

Comprehensive botanical monograph on Flapjack kalanchoe (Kalanchoe thyrsiflora): structural morphology, physiological adaptations, porous mineral substrate, and specialized…

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Aquatic and wetland plants

Rotala 'H'ra'

Complete botanical and aquascaping guide for Rotala H'ra (Rotala 'H'ra'): high PAR lighting, CO2 injection, nitrate limitation,…

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Garden and container flowers

Mirabilis jalapa

Marvel of Peru (Mirabilis jalapa)

Marvel of Peru (Mirabilis jalapa) Mirabilis jalapa, celebrated globally as Marvel of Peru, Four O’Clock flower, or…

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Ferns and allies

Platycerium alcicorne

Madagascar staghorn fern

Saigon Cay Canh Living Herbarium Dossier Madagascar staghorn fern — Platycerium alcicorne Scientific name: Platycerium alcicorne Botanical…

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Plants for bonsai

Cupressus sempervirens

Mediterranean cypress (Cupressus sempervirens)

Mediterranean cypress (Cupressus sempervirens) Cupressus sempervirens, the Mediterranean cypress or Italian cypress, is a quintessential landscape icon…

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Foliage plants

Anthurium coriaceum

Leathery anthurium

Comprehensive indoor care guide for Leathery anthurium (Anthurium coriaceum): natural venation markers, air-conditioned humidity tips, and root…

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Palms and cycads

Chamaedorea microspadix

Hardy bamboo palm

Hardy bamboo palm (Chamaedorea microspadix) Hardy bamboo palm (botanical binomial: Chamaedorea microspadix) is a distinguished botanical specimen…

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Foliage plants

Philodendron gloriosum

Glorious philodendron

Botanical garden standard cultivation guide for Glorious philodendron (Philodendron gloriosum): seasonal irrigation adjustments, variety identification, and clonal…

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Aquatic and wetland plants

Taxiphyllum sp. 'Flame'

Complete botanical and aquascaping care guide for Flame moss (Taxiphyllum sp. 'Flame'): water parameters, CO2, lighting, and…

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Garden and container flowers

Cestrum nocturnum

Night-blooming jasmine (Cestrum nocturnum)

Night-blooming jasmine (Cestrum nocturnum) Cestrum nocturnum, globally celebrated as night-blooming jasmine, queen of the night, night-blooming cestrum,…

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Indoor flowering plants

Hoya pubicalyx

Porcelain flower hoya

Comprehensive botanical dossier for Porcelain flower hoya (Hoya pubicalyx). Morphological taxonomy, lighting calibration, porous substrate formulation, and…

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Plants for bonsai

Acer ginnala

Amur maple (Acer ginnala)

Amur maple (Acer ginnala) Acer ginnala, the Amur maple, is a celebrated cold-hardy deciduous maple renowned for…

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Orchids

Phalaenopsis fasciata

Banded phalaenopsis

Comprehensive botanical dossier for Banded phalaenopsis (Phalaenopsis fasciata). Morphological taxonomy, lighting calibration, porous substrate formulation, and cultivation…

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Palms and cycads

Phoenix dactylifera

True date palm

True date palm (Phoenix dactylifera) True date palm (botanical binomial: Phoenix dactylifera) is a distinguished botanical specimen…

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Orchids

Vanda pumila

Dwarf vanda

Comprehensive botanical dossier for Dwarf vanda (Vanda pumila). Morphological taxonomy, lighting calibration, porous substrate formulation, and cultivation…

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Foliage plants

Anthurium faustomirandae

Fausto’s anthurium

Standardized technical dossier for Fausto's anthurium (Anthurium faustomirandae): engineered aroid substrate formulas, clean stem cuttings, and urban…

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Aglaonema crispum

Painted drop-tongue

Botanical garden standard cultivation guide for Painted drop-tongue (Aglaonema crispum): seasonal irrigation adjustments, variety identification, and clonal…

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Ferns and allies

Asplenium bulbiferum

Hen and chickens fern

Saigon Cay Canh Living Herbarium Dossier Hen and chickens fern — Asplenium bulbiferum Scientific name: Asplenium bulbiferum…

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Garden and container flowers

Dahlia pinnata

Garden dahlia (Dahlia pinnata)

Garden dahlia (Dahlia pinnata) Dahlia pinnata, the proud national flower of Mexico and commonly celebrated as garden…

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Succulents and cacti

Gymnocalycium saglionis

Giant chin cactus

Gymnocalycium Cactaceae Standard Botanical Monograph V2 Giant Chin Cactus (Gymnocalycium saglionis): Massive Dome Morphology and Arid Pot…

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Landscape shrubs and trees

Hopea odorata

White merawan

White merawan (Hopea odorata), classified within the botanical family Dipterocarpaceae, is an esteemed tropical landscape canopy tree…

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Aquatic and wetland plants

Blyxa japonica

Japanese bamboo plant (Blyxa japonica)

Complete botanical and aquascaping guide for Japanese bamboo plant (Blyxa japonica): lighting, CO2, trimming regimen, and Dry…

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Orchids

Coelogyne pandurata

Black orchid coelogyne

Comprehensive botanical dossier for Black orchid coelogyne (Coelogyne pandurata). Morphological taxonomy, lighting calibration, porous substrate formulation, and…

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Plants for bonsai

Celtis australis

European nettle tree (Celtis australis)

European nettle tree (Celtis australis) Celtis australis, the European nettle tree or Mediterranean hackberry, is a magnificent…

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Garden and container flowers

Crossandra nilotica

Nile crossandra

Crossandra nilotica, celebrated internationally as the Nile crossandra or East African firecracker flower, is an aristocratic, evergreen…

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Succulents and cacti

Sedum reflexum

Jenny’s stonecrop

Botanical Dossier Standard V2 • Saigon Cay Canh undefined (Sedum reflexum) Stonecrop family (Crassulaceae) • Living Herbarium…

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Orchids

Epidendrum nocturnum

Night-scented epidendrum

Comprehensive botanical dossier for Night-scented epidendrum (Epidendrum nocturnum). Morphological taxonomy, lighting calibration, porous substrate formulation, and cultivation…

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Garden and container flowers

Tagetes erecta

African marigold (Tagetes erecta)

African marigold (Tagetes erecta) Tagetes erecta, universally celebrated as African marigold, Aztec marigold, or big marigold, is…

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Garden and container flowers

Osteospermum ecklonis

African daisy (Osteospermum ecklonis)

African daisy (Osteospermum ecklonis) Osteospermum ecklonis, universally celebrated as African daisy, Cape marguerite, or blue-eyed daisy, is…

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Aquatic and wetland plants

Acorus calamus

Sweet flag

Sweet flag (Acorus calamus), belonging to the botanical family Acoraceae, is an esteemed freshwater aquatic plant celebrated…

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Culinary, aromatic and useful plants

Ocimum basilicum

Sweet basil

Sweet basil (Ocimum basilicum), classified within the botanical family Lamiaceae, is an esteemed tropical landscape canopy tree…

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Foliage plants

Aglaonema nebulosum

Clouded aglaonema

Comprehensive botanical dossier for Clouded aglaonema (Aglaonema nebulosum). Identification, lighting calibration, porous substrate formulation, and cultivation guide…

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Aquatic and wetland plants

Najas marina

Spiny water nymph

Spiny water nymph (Najas marina), belonging to the botanical family Hydrocharitaceae, is an esteemed freshwater aquatic plant…

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Ferns and allies

Phlebodium aureum

Blue star fern

Sài Gòn Cây Cảnh Botanical Dossier Blue star fern — Phlebodium aureum Scientific Name: Phlebodium aureum Botanical…

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Plants for bonsai

Pyracantha coccinea

Scarlet firethorn (Pyracantha coccinea)

Scarlet firethorn (Pyracantha coccinea) Pyracantha coccinea, universally celebrated as scarlet firethorn, is an iconic thorny evergreen woody…

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Ferns and allies

Nephrolepis exaltata

Boston sword fern

Saigon Cay Canh Living Herbarium Dossier Boston sword fern — Nephrolepis exaltata Scientific name: Nephrolepis exaltata Botanical…

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Succulents and cacti

Gasteria batesiana

Bates’s gasteria (Gasteria batesiana)

Comprehensive botanical monograph on Bates's gasteria (Gasteria batesiana): structural morphology, physiological adaptations, porous mineral substrate, and specialized…

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Foliage plants

Alocasia cuprea

Mirror plant

Detailed taxonomic reference for Mirror plant (Alocasia cuprea): definitive leaf venation keys, root health management, and integrated…

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Succulents and cacti

Graptopetalum bellum

Beautiful graptopetalum

Botanical Dossier Standard V2 • Saigon Cay Canh undefined (Graptopetalum bellum) Stonecrop family (Crassulaceae) • Living Herbarium…

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Ferns and allies

Davallia canariensis

Canary island hare’s foot

Sài Gòn Cây Cảnh Botanical Dossier Canary island hare’s foot — Davallia canariensis Scientific Name: Davallia canariensis…

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Foliage plants

Syngonium hoffmannii

Hoffmann’s syngonium

Proven horticultural methods for Hoffmann's syngonium (Syngonium hoffmannii): optimizing diffused lighting, balanced micronutrient feeding, and foliage discoloration…

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Plants for bonsai

Cedrus libani

Cedar of Lebanon (Cedrus libani)

Cedar of Lebanon (Cedrus libani) Cedrus libani, the Cedar of Lebanon, is a legendary montane conifer revered…

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Palms and cycads

Encephalartos ferox

Fierce cycad

Fierce cycad (Encephalartos ferox) Fierce cycad (botanical binomial: Encephalartos ferox) is a distinguished botanical specimen belonging to…

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Garden and container flowers

Gazania rigens

Treasure flower (Gazania rigens)

Treasure flower (Gazania rigens) Gazania rigens, universally celebrated as treasure flower, coastal gazania, or trailing gazania, is…

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Indoor flowering plants

Aphelandra squarrosa

Zebra plant aphelandra

Comprehensive botanical dossier for Zebra plant aphelandra (Aphelandra squarrosa). Morphological taxonomy, lighting calibration, porous substrate formulation, and…

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Aquatic and wetland plants

Fissidens fontanus

Complete botanical and aquascaping care guide for Phoenix moss (Fissidens fontanus): water parameters, CO2, lighting, and epiphytic…

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Orchids

Cattleya lueddemanniana

Lueddemann’s cattleya

Comprehensive botanical dossier for Lueddemann's cattleya (Cattleya lueddemanniana). Morphological taxonomy, lighting calibration, porous substrate formulation, and cultivation…

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Landscape shrubs and trees

Terminalia catappa

Indian almond

Indian almond (Terminalia catappa), classified within the botanical family Combretaceae, is an esteemed tropical landscape canopy tree…

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Plants for bonsai

Tamarindus indica

Tamarind (Tamarindus indica)

Tamarind (Tamarindus indica) Tamarindus indica, the timeless tamarind tree, is a beloved tropical shade and bonsai legend…

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Foliage plants

Rhaphidophora celatocaulis

Hidden-stem rhaphidophora

Comprehensive botanical dossier for Hidden-stem rhaphidophora (Rhaphidophora celatocaulis). Identification, lighting calibration, porous substrate formulation, and cultivation guide…

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Aquatic and wetland plants

Vallisneria spiralis

Straight vallisneria

Straight vallisneria (Vallisneria spiralis), belonging to the botanical family Hydrocharitaceae, is an esteemed freshwater aquatic plant celebrated…

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Aquatic and wetland plants

Taxiphyllum sp. 'Spiky'

Spiky moss (Taxiphyllum sp. ‘Spiky’)

Complete botanical and aquascaping care guide for Spiky moss (Taxiphyllum sp. 'Spiky'): water parameters, CO2, lighting, and…

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Indoor flowering plants

Episcia cupreata

Flame violet

Comprehensive botanical dossier for Flame violet (Episcia cupreata). Identification, lighting calibration, porous substrate formulation, and cultivation guide…

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Ferns and allies

Cyathea australis

Rough tree fern

Rough tree fern (Cyathea australis) Rough tree fern (botanical binomial: Cyathea australis) is a distinguished botanical specimen…

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Indoor flowering plants

Streptocarpus rexii

Cape primrose

Comprehensive botanical dossier for Cape primrose (Streptocarpus rexii). Morphological taxonomy, lighting calibration, porous substrate formulation, and cultivation…

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Plants for bonsai

Ficus natalensis

Natal Fig (Ficus natalensis)

Ficus natalensis, the African barkcloth fig or Natal fig, is a resilient evergreen banyan famed for sculptural…

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Plants for bonsai

Ficus carica

Common Fig (Ficus carica)

Ficus carica, the sacred Common Edible Fig, is a legendary Mediterranean fruit-bearing tree celebrated for deeply lobed…

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Foliage plants

Aglaonema cochinchinense

Comprehensive botanical dossier for Cochinchina Chinese evergreen (Aglaonema cochinchinense). Identification, lighting calibration, porous substrate formulation, and cultivation…

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Aquatic and wetland plants

Myriophyllum spicatum

Eurasian watermilfoil (Myriophyllum spicatum), belonging to the botanical family Haloragaceae, is an esteemed freshwater aquatic plant celebrated…

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Orchids

Oncidium ornithorhynchum

Bird-beak oncidium

Comprehensive botanical dossier for Bird-beak oncidium (Oncidium ornithorhynchum). Morphological taxonomy, lighting calibration, porous substrate formulation, and cultivation…

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Aquatic and wetland plants

Azolla caroliniana

Carolina mosquitofern

Carolina mosquitofern (Azolla caroliniana), belonging to the botanical family Salviniaceae, is an esteemed freshwater aquatic plant celebrated…

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Plants for bonsai

Celtis sinensis

Chinese Hackberry (Celtis sinensis)

Celtis sinensis, the Chinese Hackberry, is an esteemed Asian bonsai tree renowned for powerful buttressed surface roots,…

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Palms and cycads

Veitchia arecina

Sunshine palm

Sunshine palm (Veitchia arecina) Sunshine palm (botanical binomial: Veitchia arecina) is a distinguished botanical specimen belonging to…

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Ferns and allies

Platycerium bifurcatum

Elkhorn fern

Saigon Cay Canh Living Herbarium Dossier Elkhorn fern — Platycerium bifurcatum Scientific name: Platycerium bifurcatum Botanical family:…

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Foliage plants

Rhaphidophora hongkongensis

Hong Kong rhaphidophora

Comprehensive botanical dossier for Hong Kong rhaphidophora (Rhaphidophora hongkongensis). Identification, lighting calibration, porous substrate formulation, and cultivation…

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Succulents and cacti

Mammillaria hahniana

Old lady cactus

Mammillaria Cactaceae Living Herbarium Master V2 Old Lady Cactus (Mammillaria hahniana): Woolly White Mantle, Crimson Floral Wreath…

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Indoor flowering plants

Tillandsia usneoides

Spanish moss

Comprehensive botanical dossier for Spanish moss (Tillandsia usneoides). Morphological taxonomy, lighting calibration, porous substrate formulation, and cultivation…

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Foliage plants

Peperomia rotundifolia

Trailing jade

Comprehensive botanical dossier for Trailing jade (Peperomia rotundifolia). Identification, lighting calibration, porous substrate formulation, and cultivation guide…

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Indoor flowering plants

Cyclamen persicum

Persian cyclamen

Comprehensive botanical dossier for Persian cyclamen (Cyclamen persicum). Morphological taxonomy, lighting calibration, porous substrate formulation, and cultivation…

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Orchids

Aerides falcata

Sickle-shaped aerides

Comprehensive botanical dossier for Sickle-shaped aerides (Aerides falcata). Morphological taxonomy, lighting calibration, porous substrate formulation, and cultivation…

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Succulents and cacti

Sedum morganianum

Burro’s tail

Burro’s tail (Sedum morganianum) Burro’s tail (botanical binomial: Sedum morganianum) is a celebrated succulent specimen revered in…

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Foliage plants

Monstera spruceana

Spruce’s monstera

Comprehensive indoor care guide for Spruce's monstera (Monstera spruceana): natural venation markers, air-conditioned humidity tips, and root…

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Foliage plants

Begonia masoniana

Iron cross begonia

Comprehensive botanical dossier for Iron cross begonia (Begonia masoniana). Identification, lighting calibration, porous substrate formulation, and cultivation…

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Orchids

Paphiopedilum godefroyae

Godefroy’s paphiopedilum

Comprehensive botanical dossier for Godefroy's paphiopedilum (Paphiopedilum godefroyae). Morphological taxonomy, lighting calibration, porous substrate formulation, and cultivation…

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Succulents and cacti

Gymnocalycium horstii

Horst’s Chin Cactus (Gymnocalycium horstii)

Gymnocalycium horstii is a magnificent glossy hemispherical cactus native to southern Brazil, celebrated for plump jade-green globular…

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Plants for bonsai

Pithecellobium dulce

Manila tamarind (Pithecellobium dulce)

Manila tamarind (Pithecellobium dulce) Pithecellobium dulce, universally known as the Manila tamarind or Madras thorn, is an…

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Culinary, aromatic and useful plants

Citrus hystrix

Kaffir lime

Kaffir lime (Citrus hystrix), classified within the botanical family Rutaceae, is an esteemed tropical landscape canopy tree…

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Foliage plants

Alocasia longiloba

Long-lobed alocasia

In-depth botanical profile for Long-lobed alocasia (Alocasia longiloba, family Araceae): leaf morphology analysis, high-porosity potting mix for…

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Indoor flowering plants

Kohleria amabilis

Tree gloxinia

Comprehensive botanical dossier for Tree gloxinia (Kohleria amabilis). Identification, lighting calibration, porous substrate formulation, and cultivation guide…

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Orchids

Dendrobium chrysotoxum

Golden arch dendrobium

Comprehensive botanical dossier for Golden arch dendrobium (Dendrobium chrysotoxum). Morphological taxonomy, lighting calibration, porous substrate formulation, and…

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Aquatic and wetland plants

Cryptocoryne beckettii

Beckett’s water trumpet

Beckett’s water trumpet (Cryptocoryne beckettii), belonging to the botanical family Araceae, is an esteemed freshwater aquatic plant…

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Succulents and cacti

Lithops fulviceps

Spotted Living Stone (Lithops fulviceps)

Lithops fulviceps is a captivating living stone succulent native to arid Namibian plateaus, distinguished by warm ochre…

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Indoor flowering plants

Hibiscus schizopetalus

Fringed rosemallow

Comprehensive botanical dossier for Fringed rosemallow (Hibiscus schizopetalus). Morphological taxonomy, lighting calibration, porous substrate formulation, and cultivation…

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Succulents and cacti

Echeveria lilacina

Ghost echeveria

Ghost echeveria (Echeveria lilacina) Ghost echeveria (botanical binomial: Echeveria lilacina) is a celebrated succulent specimen revered in…

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Ferns and allies

Dicksonia antarctica

Soft tree fern

Soft tree fern (Dicksonia antarctica) Soft tree fern (botanical binomial: Dicksonia antarctica) is a distinguished botanical specimen…

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Orchids

Paphiopedilum niveum

Snow-white paphiopedilum

Comprehensive botanical dossier for Snow-white paphiopedilum (Paphiopedilum niveum). Morphological taxonomy, lighting calibration, porous substrate formulation, and cultivation…

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Ginkgo biloba

Maidenhair tree (Ginkgo biloba)

Maidenhair tree (Ginkgo biloba) Ginkgo biloba, universally revered as the maidenhair tree or gingko, represents one of…

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Indoor flowering plants

Ixora finlaysoniana

White ixora

Comprehensive botanical dossier for White ixora (Ixora finlaysoniana). Morphological taxonomy, lighting calibration, porous substrate formulation, and cultivation…

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Succulents and cacti

Crassula perforata

String of buttons

Botanical Dossier Standard V2 • Saigon Cay Canh undefined (Crassula perforata) Stonecrop family (Crassulaceae) • Living Herbarium…

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Gymnocalycium damsii

Dams’ Chin Cactus (Gymnocalycium damsii)

Gymnocalycium damsii is an alluring dwarf chin cactus of the Gran Chaco scrublands, renowned for distinctive purple-bronze…

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Foliage plants

Dieffenbachia seguine

Dumb cane

Comprehensive botanical dossier for Dumb cane (Dieffenbachia seguine). Identification, lighting calibration, porous substrate formulation, and cultivation guide…

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Aquatic and wetland plants

Vesicularia montagnei

Christmas moss (Vesicularia montagnei)

Complete botanical and aquascaping care guide for Christmas moss (Vesicularia montagnei): water parameters, CO2, lighting, and epiphytic…

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Cuphea hyssopifolia

False heather (Cuphea hyssopifolia)

False heather (Cuphea hyssopifolia) Cuphea hyssopifolia, universally acclaimed as false heather or Mexican heather, is an endearing…

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Haworthia cymbiformis

Boat-formed haworthia (Haworthia cymbiformis)

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Foliage plants

Begonia amphioxus

Butterfly begonia

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Aquatic and wetland plants

Echinodorus grisebachii

Amazon sword plant (Echinodorus grisebachii), belonging to the botanical family Alismataceae, is an esteemed freshwater aquatic plant…

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Ferns and allies

Selaginella martensii

Martens’s spikemoss

Martens’s spikemoss (Selaginella martensii) Martens’s spikemoss (botanical binomial: Selaginella martensii) is a distinguished botanical specimen belonging to…

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Foliage plants

Monstera subpinnata

Feather-leaf monstera

Botanical garden standard cultivation guide for Feather-leaf monstera (Monstera subpinnata): seasonal irrigation adjustments, variety identification, and clonal…

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Garden and container flowers

Thespesia populnea

Portia tree (Thespesia populnea)

Portia tree (Thespesia populnea) Thespesia populnea, universally celebrated as Portia tree, Pacific rosewood, Indian tulip tree, or…

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Cupressus macrocarpa

Monterey cypress (Cupressus macrocarpa)

Monterey cypress (Cupressus macrocarpa) Cupressus macrocarpa, the Monterey cypress, is an iconic California conifer famous for sculpted…

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Culinary, aromatic and useful plants

Foeniculum vulgare

Fennel

Fennel (Foeniculum vulgare), classified within the botanical family Apiaceae, is an esteemed tropical landscape canopy tree renowned…

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Foliage plants

Philodendron lacerum

Torn-leaf philodendron

In-depth botanical profile for Torn-leaf philodendron (Philodendron lacerum, family Araceae): leaf morphology analysis, high-porosity potting mix for…

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Succulents and cacti

Gymnocalycium baldianum

Dwarf chin cactus

Gymnocalycium Cactaceae Standard Botanical Monograph V2 Dwarf Chin Cactus (Gymnocalycium baldianum): Prolific Carmine Blooms and Arid Pot…

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Landscape shrubs and trees

Melastoma malabathricum

Malabar melastome

Malabar melastome (Melastoma malabathricum), classified within the botanical family Melastomataceae, is an esteemed tropical landscape canopy tree…

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Foliage plants

Aglaonema modestum

Chinese evergreen

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Indoor flowering plants

Ruellia simplex

Mexican petunia

Comprehensive botanical dossier for Mexican petunia (Ruellia simplex). Morphological taxonomy, lighting calibration, porous substrate formulation, and cultivation…

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Orchids

Brassavola nodosa

Lady of the night orchid

Comprehensive botanical dossier for Lady of the night orchid (Brassavola nodosa). Morphological taxonomy, lighting calibration, porous substrate…

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Succulents and cacti

Pachycereus pringlei

Cardon Cactus (Pachycereus pringlei)

Pachycereus pringlei, known as the Mexican giant cardon or elephant cactus, is the heaviest cactus on Earth,…

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Aquatic and wetland plants

Glossostigma elatinoides

Complete botanical and aquascaping guide for Japanese glossostigma (Glossostigma elatinoides): lighting, CO2, trimming regimen, and Dry Start…

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Ferns and allies

Adiantum caudatum

Walking maidenhair fern

Sài Gòn Cây Cảnh Botanical Dossier Walking maidenhair fern — Adiantum caudatum Scientific Name: Adiantum caudatum Botanical…

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Prunus cerasifera

Cherry plum (Prunus cerasifera)

Cherry plum (Prunus cerasifera) Prunus cerasifera, universally celebrated as cherry plum or myrobalan plum, is a distinguished…

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Succulents and cacti

Mammillaria candida

Snowball cactus

Mammillaria Cactaceae Living Herbarium Master V2 Snowball Cactus (Mammillaria candida): Interlocking Snow-White Spines, Globose Architecture and Mineral…

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Aquatic and wetland plants

Rotala rotundifolia

Roundleaf rotala (Rotala rotundifolia), belonging to the botanical family Lythraceae, is an esteemed freshwater aquatic plant celebrated…

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Ficus retusa

Cuban Laurel (Ficus retusa)

Ficus retusa, the true Cuban Laurel Retusa, is an iconic tropical bonsai conifer cousin admired for muscular…

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Garden and container flowers

Angelonia angustifolia

Summer snapdragon (Angelonia angustifolia)

Summer snapdragon (Angelonia angustifolia) Angelonia angustifolia, celebrated worldwide as summer snapdragon or angelmist, is an exceptionally durable…

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Indoor flowering plants

Achimenes grandiflora

Hot water plant

Comprehensive botanical dossier for Hot water plant (Achimenes grandiflora). Identification, lighting calibration, porous substrate formulation, and cultivation…

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Indoor flowering plants

Anthurium scherzerianum

Pigtail anthurium

Comprehensive botanical dossier for Pigtail anthurium (Anthurium scherzerianum). Morphological taxonomy, lighting calibration, porous substrate formulation, and cultivation…

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Aquatic and wetland plants

Rotala rotundifolia 'Green'

Green rotala (Rotala rotundifolia ‘Green’)

Complete botanical and aquascaping guide for Green rotala (Rotala rotundifolia 'Green'): high PAR lighting, CO2 injection, nitrate…

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Plants for bonsai

Malus halliana

Hall crabapple (Malus halliana)

Hall crabapple (Malus halliana) Malus halliana, widely admired as Hall crabapple or weeping Chinese crabapple, is the…

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Wrightia antidysenterica

Coral swirl wrightia (Wrightia antidysenterica)

Coral swirl wrightia (Wrightia antidysenterica) Wrightia antidysenterica, the Coral swirl wrightia, is an enchanting tropical flowering shrub…

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Garden and container flowers

Chrysanthemum indicum

Indian chrysanthemum (Chrysanthemum indicum)

Indian chrysanthemum (Chrysanthemum indicum) Chrysanthemum indicum, widely celebrated as Indian chrysanthemum, wild chrysanthemum, or royal yellow mum,…

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Foliage plants

Rhaphidophora cryptantha

Shingle vine rhaphidophora

Comprehensive botanical dossier for Shingle vine rhaphidophora (Rhaphidophora cryptantha). Identification, lighting calibration, porous substrate formulation, and cultivation…

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Garden and container flowers

Rondeletia odorata

Fragrant rondeletia (Rondeletia odorata)

Fragrant rondeletia (Rondeletia odorata) Rondeletia odorata, globally celebrated as fragrant rondeletia or Panama rose, is a rare…

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Garden and container flowers

Zinnia elegans

Common zinnia (Zinnia elegans)

Common zinnia (Zinnia elegans) Zinnia elegans, universally celebrated as common zinnia, elegant zinnia, or youth-and-age, is an…

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Succulents and cacti

Gymnocalycium quehlianum

Quehl’s Chin Cactus (Gymnocalycium quehlianum)

Gymnocalycium quehlianum is a celebrated flat-topped discoid chin cactus native to Cordoba mountains, characterized by ash-grey flattened…

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Landscape shrubs and trees

Thevetia peruviana

Lucky nut

Lucky nut (Thevetia peruviana), classified within the botanical family Apocynaceae, is an esteemed tropical landscape canopy tree…

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Culinary, aromatic and useful plants

Centella asiatica

Gotu kola

Gotu kola (Centella asiatica), classified within the botanical family Apiaceae, is an esteemed tropical landscape canopy tree…

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Palms and cycads

Chamaedorea metallica

Metallic palm

Metallic palm (Chamaedorea metallica) Metallic palm (botanical binomial: Chamaedorea metallica) is a distinguished botanical specimen belonging to…

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Orchids

Bulbophyllum medusae

Medusa bulbophyllum

Comprehensive botanical dossier for Medusa bulbophyllum (Bulbophyllum medusae). Morphological taxonomy, lighting calibration, porous substrate formulation, and cultivation…

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Foliage plants

Philodendron tenue

Ribbed philodendron

Proven horticultural methods for Ribbed philodendron (Philodendron tenue): optimizing diffused lighting, balanced micronutrient feeding, and foliage discoloration…

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Foliage plants

Anthurium wendlingeri

Spiral-spathe anthurium

Step-by-step masterclass on Spiral-spathe anthurium (Anthurium wendlingeri): shock-free repotting techniques, moisture depth monitoring, and organic fertilization schedules.

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Plants for bonsai

Podocarpus macrophyllus

Kusamaki (Podocarpus macrophyllus)

Podocarpus macrophyllus, the sacred Kusamaki or Buddhist Pine, is an iconic Eastern conifer celebrated for linear lustrous…

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Bauhinia variegata

Variegated orchid tree

Variegated orchid tree (Bauhinia variegata), classified within the botanical family Fabaceae, is an esteemed tropical landscape canopy…

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Garden and container flowers

Petrea volubilis

Queen’s wreath (Petrea volubilis)

Queen’s wreath (Petrea volubilis) Petrea volubilis, universally celebrated as queen’s wreath, purple wreath, or sandpaper vine, is…

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Palms and cycads

Howea forsteriana

Kentia palm

Kentia palm (Howea forsteriana) Kentia palm (botanical binomial: Howea forsteriana) is a distinguished botanical specimen belonging to…

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Foliage plants

Monstera punctulata

Dotted monstera

Standardized technical dossier for Dotted monstera (Monstera punctulata): engineered aroid substrate formulas, clean stem cuttings, and urban…

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Ferns and allies

Blechnum brasiliense

Red Brazilian tree fern

Red Brazilian tree fern (Blechnum brasiliense) Red Brazilian tree fern (botanical binomial: Blechnum brasiliense) is a distinguished…

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Foliage plants

Philodendron mayoi

Mayo’s philodendron

Comprehensive indoor care guide for Mayo's philodendron (Philodendron mayoi): natural venation markers, air-conditioned humidity tips, and root…

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Plants for bonsai

Crataegus monogyna

Common hawthorn (Crataegus monogyna)

Common hawthorn (Crataegus monogyna) Crataegus monogyna, revered as common hawthorn or oneseed hawthorn, is a legendary deciduous…

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Orchids

Cymbidium aloifolium

Aloe-leaf cymbidium

Comprehensive botanical dossier for Aloe-leaf cymbidium (Cymbidium aloifolium). Morphological taxonomy, lighting calibration, porous substrate formulation, and cultivation…

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Orchids

Zygopetalum maculatum

Spotted zygopetalum

Comprehensive botanical dossier for Spotted zygopetalum (Zygopetalum maculatum). Morphological taxonomy, lighting calibration, porous substrate formulation, and cultivation…

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Culinary, aromatic and useful plants

Origanum vulgare

Oregano

Oregano (Origanum vulgare), classified within the botanical family Lamiaceae, is an esteemed tropical landscape canopy tree renowned…

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Landscape shrubs and trees

Tecoma stans

Yellow bells

Yellow bells (Tecoma stans), classified within the botanical family Bignoniaceae, is an esteemed tropical landscape canopy tree…

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Orchids

Dendrobium unicum

Unique dendrobium

Comprehensive botanical dossier for Unique dendrobium (Dendrobium unicum). Morphological taxonomy, lighting calibration, porous substrate formulation, and cultivation…

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Succulents and cacti

Graptopetalum paraguayense

Ghost plant graptopetalum

Botanical Dossier Standard V2 • Saigon Cay Canh undefined (Graptopetalum paraguayense) Stonecrop family (Crassulaceae) • Living Herbarium…

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Ferns and allies

Platycerium grande

Giant staghorn fern

Saigon Cay Canh Living Herbarium Dossier Giant staghorn fern — Platycerium grande Scientific name: Platycerium grande Botanical…

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Ferns and allies

Phlebodium decumanum

Large phlebodium

Sài Gòn Cây Cảnh Botanical Dossier Large phlebodium — Phlebodium decumanum Scientific Name: Phlebodium decumanum Botanical Family:…

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Succulents and cacti

Aloe polyphylla

Spiral Aloe (Aloe polyphylla)

Sai Gon Cay Canh • Living Herbarium V2 Spiral Aloe (Aloe polyphylla): Fibonacci Phyllotaxis, Alpine Ecology and…

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Landscape shrubs and trees

Hibiscus tiliaceus

Sea hibiscus

Sea hibiscus (Hibiscus tiliaceus), classified within the botanical family Malvaceae, is an esteemed tropical landscape canopy tree…

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Garden and container flowers

Zinnia angustifolia

Narrowleaf zinnia (Zinnia angustifolia)

Narrowleaf zinnia (Zinnia angustifolia) Zinnia angustifolia, celebrated globally as narrowleaf zinnia, classic zinnia, or creeping zinnia, is…

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Crescentia cujete

Calabash tree

Calabash tree (Crescentia cujete), classified within the botanical family Bignoniaceae, is an esteemed tropical landscape canopy tree…

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Foliage plants

Anthurium plowmanii

Fuffled birdsnest anthurium

Master the art of cultivating Fuffled birdsnest anthurium (Anthurium plowmanii): strategies for maximizing mature blade sizing, artificial…

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Garden and container flowers

Crinum asiaticum

Giant Crinum Lily (Crinum asiaticum)

Giant Crinum Lily (Crinum asiaticum) Crinum asiaticum, universally revered as giant crinum lily, poison bulb, or grand…

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Plants for bonsai

Ulmus minor

Field Elm (Ulmus minor)

Ulmus minor, the European Field Elm, is a venerable deciduous tree celebrated for rugged corky bark, distinctive…

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Ferns and allies

Asplenium antiquum

Ancient bird’s-nest fern

Saigon Cay Canh Living Herbarium Dossier Ancient bird’s-nest fern — Asplenium antiquum Scientific name: Asplenium antiquum Botanical…

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Ferns and allies

Phlebodium pseudoaureum

Golden polypody

Sài Gòn Cây Cảnh Botanical Dossier Golden polypody — Phlebodium pseudoaureum Scientific Name: Phlebodium pseudoaureum Botanical Family:…

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Orchids

Phalaenopsis equestris

Horse phalaenopsis

Comprehensive botanical dossier for Horse phalaenopsis (Phalaenopsis equestris). Morphological taxonomy, lighting calibration, porous substrate formulation, and cultivation…

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Landscape shrubs and trees

Excoecaria cochinchinensis

Chinese croton

Chinese croton (Excoecaria cochinchinensis), classified within the botanical family Euphorbiaceae, is an esteemed tropical landscape canopy tree…

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Aquatic and wetland plants

Anubias afzelii

Afzelius’ anubias

Afzelius’ anubias (Anubias afzelii), belonging to the botanical family Araceae, is an esteemed freshwater aquatic plant celebrated…

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Millettia pinnata

Pongame oiltree

Pongame oiltree (Millettia pinnata), classified within the botanical family Fabaceae, is an esteemed tropical landscape canopy tree…

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Plants for bonsai

Punica granatum

Pomegranate (Punica granatum)

Pomegranate (Punica granatum) Punica granatum, revered worldwide as pomegranate, is an ancient fruit-bearing deciduous bonsai subject distinguished…

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Foliage plants

Anthurium hookeri

Birdsnest anthurium

Botanical garden standard cultivation guide for Birdsnest anthurium (Anthurium hookeri): seasonal irrigation adjustments, variety identification, and clonal…

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Succulents and cacti

Kalanchoe beharensis

Felt Plant (Kalanchoe beharensis)

Felt Plant (Kalanchoe beharensis) The Felt plant (botanical binomial: Kalanchoe beharensis Drake) stands as one of the…

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Foliage plants

Goeppertia orbifolia

Round-leaf calathea

Round-leaf calathea (Goeppertia orbifolia) is a celebrated rhizomatous tropical understory herb renowned for its oversized, rounded foliage…

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Orchids

Epidendrum magnoliae

Green fly orchid

Comprehensive botanical dossier for Green fly orchid (Epidendrum magnoliae). Morphological taxonomy, lighting calibration, porous substrate formulation, and…

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Succulents and cacti

Echeveria laui

Laui echeveria

Laui echeveria (Echeveria laui) Laui echeveria (botanical binomial: Echeveria laui) is a celebrated succulent specimen revered in…

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Indoor flowering plants

Aechmea fasciata

Silver vase plant

Comprehensive botanical dossier for Silver vase plant (Aechmea fasciata). Morphological taxonomy, lighting calibration, porous substrate formulation, and…

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Garden and container flowers

Zephyranthes candida

White Rain Lily (Zephyranthes candida)

White Rain Lily (Zephyranthes candida) Zephyranthes candida, widely admired as white rain lily, autumn zephyrlily, or fairy…

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Landscape shrubs and trees

Pittosporum tobira

Japanese cheesewood

Japanese cheesewood (Pittosporum tobira), classified within the botanical family Pittosporaceae, is an esteemed tropical landscape canopy tree…

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Pisonia grandis

Birdcatcher tree

Birdcatcher tree (Pisonia grandis), classified within the botanical family Nyctaginaceae, is an esteemed tropical landscape canopy tree…

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Culinary, aromatic and useful plants

Piper nigrum

Black pepper (Piper nigrum), classified within the botanical family Piperaceae, is an esteemed tropical landscape canopy tree…

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Aquatic and wetland plants

Victoria amazonica

Giant water lily

Giant water lily (Victoria amazonica), belonging to the botanical family Nymphaeaceae, is an esteemed freshwater aquatic plant…

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Foliage plants

Goeppertia roseopicta

Rose-painted calathea

Comprehensive botanical dossier for Rose-painted calathea (Goeppertia roseopicta). Identification, lighting calibration, porous substrate formulation, and cultivation guide…

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Orchids

Phalaenopsis violacea

Violet moth orchid

Comprehensive botanical dossier for Violet moth orchid (Phalaenopsis violacea). Morphological taxonomy, lighting calibration, porous substrate formulation, and…

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Orchids

Paphiopedilum henryanum

Henry’s paphiopedilum

Comprehensive botanical dossier for Henry's paphiopedilum (Paphiopedilum henryanum). Morphological taxonomy, lighting calibration, porous substrate formulation, and cultivation…

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Plants for bonsai

Premna serratifolia

Coastal premna (Premna serratifolia)

Coastal premna (Premna serratifolia) Premna serratifolia, widely known as coastal premna or sea-coast Premna, is a celebrated…

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Succulents and cacti

Astrophytum senile

Senile star cactus

Senile star cactus (Astrophytum senile) Senile star cactus (botanical binomial: Astrophytum senile) is a celebrated succulent specimen…

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Aquatic and wetland plants

Bucephalandra 'Theia'

Theia bucephalandra (Bucephalandra ‘Theia’)

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Garden and container flowers

Vinca major

Greater periwinkle

Vinca major, celebrated in international horticulture as greater periwinkle, bigleaf periwinkle, or large periwinkle, is a vigorous,…

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Ferns and allies

Asplenium flaccidum

Weeping spleenwort

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Palms and cycads

Zamia integrifolia

Coontie palm

Coontie palm (Zamia integrifolia) Coontie palm (botanical binomial: Zamia integrifolia) is a distinguished botanical specimen belonging to…

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Pontederia cordata

Pickerelweed (Pontederia cordata), belonging to the botanical family Pontederiaceae, is an esteemed freshwater aquatic plant celebrated in…

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Foliage plants

Begonia chlorosticta

Green-spotted begonia

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Palms and cycads

Syagrus romanzoffiana

Queen palm

Queen palm (Syagrus romanzoffiana) Queen palm (botanical binomial: Syagrus romanzoffiana) is a distinguished botanical specimen belonging to…

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Garden and container flowers

Plumeria pudica

Bridal bouquet plumeria (Plumeria pudica)

Bridal bouquet plumeria (Plumeria pudica) Plumeria pudica, widely acclaimed as bridal bouquet or fiddle-leaf plumeria, represents a…

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Plants for bonsai

Citrus japonica

Kumquat (Citrus japonica)

Kumquat (Citrus japonica) Citrus japonica, universally known as the kumquat (formerly Fortunella), is an iconic ornamental citrus…

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Foliage plants

Alocasia heterophylla

Variable-leaf alocasia

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Succulents and cacti

Aloe variegata

Tiger aloe

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Garden and container flowers

Ixora duffii

Duff’s ixora (Ixora duffii)

Duff’s ixora (Ixora duffii) Ixora duffii, widely celebrated as Duff’s ixora or giant red ixora, reigns as…

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Foliage plants

Alocasia fornicata

Arched elephant ear

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Aquatic and wetland plants

Lilaeopsis brasiliensis

Complete botanical and aquascaping guide for Brazilian micro sword (Lilaeopsis brasiliensis): lighting, CO2, trimming regimen, and Dry…

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Culinary, aromatic and useful plants

Pogostemon cablin

Patchouli

Patchouli (Pogostemon cablin), classified within the botanical family Lamiaceae, is an esteemed tropical landscape canopy tree renowned…

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Palms and cycads

Phoenix roebelenii

Pygmy date palm

Pygmy date palm (Phoenix roebelenii) Pygmy date palm (botanical binomial: Phoenix roebelenii) is a distinguished botanical specimen…

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Succulents and cacti

Sedum rubrotinctum

Jelly bean plant

Jelly bean plant (Sedum rubrotinctum) Jelly bean plant (botanical binomial: Sedum rubrotinctum) is a celebrated succulent specimen…

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Cerbera odollam

Suicide tree

Suicide tree (Cerbera odollam), classified within the botanical family Apocynaceae, is an esteemed tropical landscape canopy tree…

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Aquatic and wetland plants

Anubias gracilis

Graceful anubias (Anubias gracilis), belonging to the botanical family Araceae, is an esteemed freshwater aquatic plant celebrated…

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Plumeria obtusa

Singapore graveyard flower

Singapore graveyard flower (Plumeria obtusa), classified within the botanical family Apocynaceae, is an esteemed tropical landscape canopy…

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Foliage plants

Anthurium veitchii

King anthurium

Master indoor care for King anthurium (Anthurium veitchii): maintaining leaf vitality, porous soil mixes for humid climates,…

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Orchids

Vanda lilacina

Lilac vanda

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Foliage plants

Ctenanthe lubbersiana

Golden mosaic ctenanthe

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Indoor flowering plants

Aeschynanthus pulcher

Royal red lipstick plant

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Landscape shrubs and trees

Yucca elephantipes

Spineless yucca

Spineless yucca (Yucca elephantipes), classified within the botanical family Asparagaceae, is an esteemed tropical landscape canopy tree…

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Indoor flowering plants

Ananas comosus

Pineapple plant

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Indoor flowering plants

Haemanthus albiflos

White paintbrush lily

Comprehensive botanical dossier for White paintbrush lily (Haemanthus albiflos). Morphological taxonomy, lighting calibration, porous substrate formulation, and…

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Aquatic and wetland plants

Vallisneria americana

Jungle val

Jungle val (Vallisneria americana), belonging to the botanical family Hydrocharitaceae, is an esteemed freshwater aquatic plant celebrated…

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Indoor flowering plants

Guzmania monostachia

West Indian tufted airplant

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Landscape shrubs and trees

Morinda citrifolia

Great morinda noni (Morinda citrifolia), classified within the botanical family Rubiaceae, is an esteemed tropical landscape canopy…

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Culinary, aromatic and useful plants

Lavandula angustifolia

English lavender

English lavender (Lavandula angustifolia), classified within the botanical family Lamiaceae, is an esteemed tropical landscape canopy tree…

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Aquatic and wetland plants

Bacopa monnieri

Brahmi water hyssop (Bacopa monnieri), belonging to the botanical family Plantaginaceae, is an esteemed freshwater aquatic plant…

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Ferns and allies

Pteris umbrosa

Jungle brake fern

Jungle brake fern (Pteris umbrosa) Jungle brake fern (botanical binomial: Pteris umbrosa) is a distinguished botanical specimen…

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Garden and container flowers

Justicia brandegeeana

Shrimp plant (Justicia brandegeeana)

Shrimp plant (Justicia brandegeeana) Justicia brandegeeana, globally celebrated as the shrimp plant, Mexican shrimp plant, or false…

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Foliage plants

Syngonium podophyllum

Arrowhead vine

Step-by-step masterclass on Arrowhead vine (Syngonium podophyllum): shock-free repotting techniques, moisture depth monitoring, and organic fertilization schedules.

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Palms and cycads

Licuala spinosa

Mangrove fan palm

Mangrove fan palm (Licuala spinosa) Mangrove fan palm (botanical binomial: Licuala spinosa) is a distinguished botanical specimen…

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Garden and container flowers

Clerodendrum quadriloculare

Starburst bush (Clerodendrum quadriloculare)

Starburst bush (Clerodendrum quadriloculare) Clerodendrum quadriloculare, universally celebrated as starburst bush, shooting star, or fireworks flower, is…

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Plants for bonsai

Syzygium buxifolium

Boxleaf eugenia (Syzygium buxifolium)

Boxleaf eugenia (Syzygium buxifolium) Syzygium buxifolium, known as boxleaf eugenia or box-leaved myrtle, is an esteemed classical…

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Succulents and cacti

Mammillaria prolifera

Little candles cactus

Mammillaria Cactaceae Standard Botanical Monograph V2 Little Candles Cactus (Mammillaria prolifera): Prolific Clustering Architecture and Urban Pot…

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Garden and container flowers

Podranea ricasoliana

Pink trumpet vine (Podranea ricasoliana)

Pink trumpet vine (Podranea ricasoliana) Podranea ricasoliana, universally celebrated as pink trumpet vine or Port St Johns…

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Foliage plants

Monstera adansonii

Adanson’s monstera

In-depth botanical profile for Adanson's monstera (Monstera adansonii, family Araceae): leaf morphology analysis, high-porosity potting mix for…

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Culinary, aromatic and useful plants

Passiflora foetida

Wild water lemon

Wild water lemon (Passiflora foetida), classified within the botanical family Passifloraceae, is an esteemed tropical landscape canopy…

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Ferns and allies

Platycerium superbum

Superb staghorn fern

Saigon Cay Canh Living Herbarium Dossier Superb staghorn fern — Platycerium superbum Scientific name: Platycerium superbum Botanical…

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Succulents and cacti

Astrophytum asterias

Sand dollar cactus

Astrophytum Cactaceae Standard Botanical Monograph V2 Sand Dollar Cactus (Astrophytum asterias): Disc Morphology and Arid Container Culture…

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Plants for bonsai

Camellia sasanqua

Sasanqua camellia (Camellia sasanqua)

Sasanqua camellia (Camellia sasanqua) Camellia sasanqua, celebrated as sasanqua camellia or autumn camellia, is an enchanting fall-blooming…

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Orchids

Phalaenopsis schilleriana

Schiller’s phalaenopsis

Comprehensive botanical dossier for Schiller's phalaenopsis (Phalaenopsis schilleriana). Morphological taxonomy, lighting calibration, porous substrate formulation, and cultivation…

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Succulents and cacti

Crassula capitella

Red pagoda crassula (Crassula capitella)

Comprehensive botanical monograph on the Red pagoda crassula (Crassula capitella): four-sided pagoda foliar stacking, anthocyanin crimson synthesis,…

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Palms and cycads

Dypsis madagascariensis

Madagascar palm dypsis

Madagascar palm dypsis (Dypsis madagascariensis) Madagascar palm dypsis (botanical binomial: Dypsis madagascariensis) is a distinguished botanical specimen…

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Landscape shrubs and trees

Clerodendrum inerme

Seaside clerodendrum

Seaside clerodendrum (Clerodendrum inerme), classified within the botanical family Lamiaceae, is an esteemed tropical landscape canopy tree…

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Aquatic and wetland plants

Ludwigia arcuata

Complete botanical and aquascaping guide for Needle-leaf ludwigia (Ludwigia arcuata): high-intensity lighting, CO2, iron fertilization, and propagation…

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Foliage plants

Ficus triangularis

Triangle fig

Comprehensive botanical dossier for Triangle fig (Ficus triangularis). Identification, lighting calibration, porous substrate formulation, and cultivation guide…

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Foliage plants

Peperomia prostrata

String of turtles

Comprehensive botanical dossier for String of turtles (Peperomia prostrata). Identification, lighting calibration, porous substrate formulation, and cultivation…

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Landscape shrubs and trees

Ceiba pentandra

Kapok tree

Kapok tree (Ceiba pentandra), classified within the botanical family Malvaceae, is an esteemed tropical landscape canopy tree…

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Foliage plants

Rhaphidophora korthalsii

Korthals’ shingle vine

Comprehensive botanical dossier for Korthals' shingle vine (Rhaphidophora korthalsii). Identification, lighting calibration, porous substrate formulation, and cultivation…

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Ferns and allies

Platycerium veitchii

Silver staghorn fern

Saigon Cay Canh Living Herbarium Dossier Silver staghorn fern — Platycerium veitchii Scientific name: Platycerium veitchii Botanical…

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Palms and cycads

Dioon edule

Chestnut cycad

Chestnut cycad (Dioon edule) Chestnut cycad (botanical binomial: Dioon edule) is a distinguished botanical specimen belonging to…

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Aquatic and wetland plants

Anubias gigantea

Giant anubias

Giant anubias (Anubias gigantea), belonging to the botanical family Araceae, is an esteemed freshwater aquatic plant celebrated…

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Aquatic and wetland plants

Nelumbo nucifera

Sacred lotus

Sacred lotus (Nelumbo nucifera), belonging to the botanical family Nelumbonaceae, is an esteemed freshwater aquatic plant celebrated…

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Culinary, aromatic and useful plants

Pandanus amaryllifolius

Pandan leaf (Pandanus amaryllifolius), classified within the botanical family Pandanaceae, is an esteemed tropical landscape canopy tree…

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Indoor flowering plants

Medinilla magnifica

Showy medinilla

Comprehensive botanical dossier for Showy medinilla (Medinilla magnifica). Morphological taxonomy, lighting calibration, porous substrate formulation, and cultivation…

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Foliage plants

Anthurium clarinervium

Velvet cardboard anthurium

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Garden and container flowers

Bougainvillea peruviana

Peruvian bougainvillea (Bougainvillea peruviana)

Peruvian bougainvillea (Bougainvillea peruviana) Bougainvillea peruviana, celebrated as Peruvian bougainvillea or silk paperflower, represents a prominent and…

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Culinary, aromatic and useful plants

Gynura procumbens

Longevity spinach (Gynura procumbens), classified within the botanical family Asteraceae, is an esteemed tropical landscape canopy tree…

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Plants for bonsai

Eugenia uniflora

Surinam cherry (Eugenia uniflora)

Surinam cherry (Eugenia uniflora) Eugenia uniflora, known as the Surinam cherry or pitanga, is a beloved ornamental…

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Orchids

Oncidium cheirophorum

Fragrant dancing lady

Comprehensive botanical dossier for Fragrant dancing lady (Oncidium cheirophorum). Morphological taxonomy, lighting calibration, porous substrate formulation, and…

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Palms and cycads

Dypsis lutescens

Areca palm lutescens

Areca palm lutescens (Dypsis lutescens) Areca palm lutescens (botanical binomial: Dypsis lutescens) is a distinguished botanical specimen…

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Culinary, aromatic and useful plants

Origanum majorana

Sweet marjoram

Sweet marjoram (Origanum majorana), classified within the botanical family Lamiaceae, is an esteemed tropical landscape canopy tree…

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Garden and container flowers

Zephyranthes carinata

Rosepink Zephyrlily (Zephyranthes carinata)

Rosepink Zephyrlily (Zephyranthes carinata) Zephyranthes carinata, universally cherished as rosepink zephyrlily, pink rain lily, or fairy lily,…

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Plants for bonsai

Severinia buxifolia

Chinese box-orange (Severinia buxifolia)

Chinese box-orange (Severinia buxifolia) Severinia buxifolia, known as Chinese box-orange or boxthorn, is a rugged thorny citrus-relative…

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Garden and container flowers

Plumeria alba

White frangipani (Plumeria alba)

White frangipani (Plumeria alba) Plumeria alba, commonly known as white frangipani or caterpillar tree, is a distinguished…

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Foliage plants

Stromanthe thalia

Thalia stromanthe

Comprehensive botanical dossier for Thalia stromanthe (Stromanthe thalia). Identification, lighting calibration, porous substrate formulation, and cultivation guide…

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Plants for bonsai

Ficus sumatrana

Sumatran Banyan (Ficus sumatrana)

Ficus sumatrana, the Sumatran Banyan, is a magnificent Sundaland strangler fig admired for dramatic cascading aerial roots…

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Ferns and allies

Microsorum musifolium

Crocodile fern

Sài Gòn Cây Cảnh Botanical Dossier Crocodile fern — Microsorum musifolium Scientific Name: Microsorum musifolium Botanical Family:…

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Aquatic and wetland plants

Callitriche palustris

Vernal water starwort (Callitriche palustris), belonging to the botanical family Plantaginaceae, is an esteemed freshwater aquatic plant…

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Indoor flowering plants

Cryptanthus bivittatus

Earth star

Comprehensive botanical dossier for Earth star (Cryptanthus bivittatus). Morphological taxonomy, lighting calibration, porous substrate formulation, and cultivation…

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Ferns and allies

Asplenium australasicum

Crow’s nest fern

Saigon Cay Canh Living Herbarium Dossier Crow’s nest fern — Asplenium australasicum Scientific name: Asplenium australasicum Botanical…

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Palms and cycads

Licuala mattanensis

Map palm

Map palm (Licuala mattanensis) Map palm (botanical binomial: Licuala mattanensis) is a distinguished botanical specimen belonging to…

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Ferns and allies

Pteris tremula

Tender brake fern

Tender brake fern (Pteris tremula) Tender brake fern (botanical binomial: Pteris tremula) is a distinguished botanical specimen…

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Orchids

Miltoniopsis vexillaria

Pansy orchid

Comprehensive botanical dossier for Pansy orchid (Miltoniopsis vexillaria). Morphological taxonomy, lighting calibration, porous substrate formulation, and cultivation…

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Foliage plants

Begonia metallica

Metallic begonia

Comprehensive botanical dossier for Metallic begonia (Begonia metallica). Identification, lighting calibration, porous substrate formulation, and cultivation guide…

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Aquatic and wetland plants

Marsilea hirsuta

Rough waterclover (Marsilea hirsuta)

Complete botanical and aquascaping guide for Rough waterclover (Marsilea hirsuta): lighting, CO2, trimming regimen, and Dry Start…

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Garden and container flowers

Cosmos sulphureus

Sulphur cosmos (Cosmos sulphureus)

Sulphur cosmos (Cosmos sulphureus) Cosmos sulphureus, celebrated globally as sulphur cosmos, yellow cosmos, or klondike cosmos, is…

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Foliage plants

Alocasia melo

Rough-leaf alocasia

Detailed taxonomic reference for Rough-leaf alocasia (Alocasia melo): definitive leaf venation keys, root health management, and integrated…

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Orchids

Brassavola tuberculata

Tuberculate brassavola

Comprehensive botanical dossier for Tuberculate brassavola (Brassavola tuberculata). Morphological taxonomy, lighting calibration, porous substrate formulation, and cultivation…

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Ferns and allies

Adiantum capillus-veneris

Southern maidenhair fern

Saigon Cay Canh Living Herbarium Dossier Southern maidenhair fern — Adiantum capillus-veneris Scientific name: Adiantum capillus-veneris Botanical…

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Palms and cycads

Livistona saribus

Taraw palm

Taraw palm (Livistona saribus) Taraw palm (botanical binomial: Livistona saribus) is a distinguished botanical specimen belonging to…

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Landscape shrubs and trees

Tamarix chinensis

Chinese tamarisk

Chinese tamarisk (Tamarix chinensis), classified within the botanical family Tamaricaceae, is an esteemed tropical landscape canopy tree…

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Ferns and allies

Adiantum peruvianum

Silver dollar maidenhair

Sài Gòn Cây Cảnh Botanical Dossier Silver dollar maidenhair — Adiantum peruvianum Scientific Name: Adiantum peruvianum Botanical…

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Indoor flowering plants

Aechmea chantinii

Amazonian zebra plant

Comprehensive botanical dossier for Amazonian zebra plant (Aechmea chantinii). Morphological taxonomy, lighting calibration, porous substrate formulation, and…

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Foliage plants

Dracaena angolensis

Cylindrical snake plant

Comprehensive botanical dossier for Cylindrical snake plant (Dracaena angolensis). Identification, lighting calibration, porous substrate formulation, and cultivation…

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Orchids

Papilionanthe teres

Round-stem papilionanthe

Comprehensive botanical dossier for Round-stem papilionanthe (Papilionanthe teres). Morphological taxonomy, lighting calibration, porous substrate formulation, and cultivation…

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Culinary, aromatic and useful plants

Coriandrum sativum

Coriander cilantro

Coriander cilantro (Coriandrum sativum), classified within the botanical family Apiaceae, is an esteemed tropical landscape canopy tree…

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Orchids

Phalaenopsis pulchra

Beautiful phalaenopsis

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Aquatic and wetland plants

Rotala wallichii

Wallich’s rotala

Wallich’s rotala (Rotala wallichii), belonging to the botanical family Lythraceae, is an esteemed freshwater aquatic plant celebrated…

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Indoor flowering plants

Hatiora cylindrica

Cylindric coral cactus

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Orchids

Dendrobium trigonopus

Triangular-column dendrobium

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Palms and cycads

Chamaedorea cataractarum

Cat palm

Cat palm (Chamaedorea cataractarum) Cat palm (botanical binomial: Chamaedorea cataractarum) is a distinguished botanical specimen belonging to…

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Aquatic and wetland plants

Bucephalandra 'Biblis'

Complete botanical and aquascaping care guide for Biblis bucephalandra (Bucephalandra 'Biblis'): water parameters, CO2, lighting, and epiphytic…

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Plants for bonsai

Syzygium cumini

Jambolan (Syzygium cumini)

Jambolan (Syzygium cumini) Syzygium cumini, universally known as jambolan, black plum, or Jamun, is a stately tropical…

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Orchids

Dendrobium lindleyi

Lindley’s dendrobium

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Aquatic and wetland plants

Bucephalandra 'Godzilla'

Complete botanical and aquascaping care guide for Godzilla bucephalandra (Bucephalandra 'Godzilla'): water parameters, CO2, lighting, and epiphytic…

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Palms and cycads

Trachycarpus fortunei

Windmill palm

Windmill palm (Trachycarpus fortunei) Windmill palm (botanical binomial: Trachycarpus fortunei) is a distinguished botanical specimen belonging to…

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Plants for bonsai

Ulmus parvifolia

Chinese Elm (Ulmus parvifolia)

Ulmus parvifolia, the revered Chinese Elm, is an iconic cornerstone of classical Asian bonsai, prized for delicate…

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Foliage plants

Aglaonema costatum

Spotted evergreen

Standardized technical dossier for Spotted evergreen (Aglaonema costatum): engineered aroid substrate formulas, clean stem cuttings, and urban…

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Chamaecyparis obtusa

Hinoki cypress (Chamaecyparis obtusa)

Hinoki cypress (Chamaecyparis obtusa) Chamaecyparis obtusa, the revered Japanese Hinoki cypress, is a sacred conifer celebrated for…

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Ferns and allies

Adiantum tenerum

Brittle maidenhair fern

Sài Gòn Cây Cảnh Botanical Dossier Brittle maidenhair fern — Adiantum tenerum Scientific Name: Adiantum tenerum Botanical…

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Plants for bonsai

Dalbergia tonkinensis

Fragrant rosewood (Dalbergia tonkinensis)

Fragrant rosewood (Dalbergia tonkinensis) Dalbergia tonkinensis, the legendary fragrant rosewood or Huanghuali, is an internationally revered timber…

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Palms and cycads

Caryota obtusa

Giant fishtail palm

Giant fishtail palm (Caryota obtusa) Giant fishtail palm (botanical binomial: Caryota obtusa) is a distinguished botanical specimen…

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Foliage plants

Aglaonema pictum

Comprehensive botanical dossier for Camouflage plant (Aglaonema pictum). Identification, lighting calibration, porous substrate formulation, and cultivation guide…

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Aquatic and wetland plants

Ludwigia inclinata var. verticillata 'Cuba'

Complete botanical and aquascaping guide for Ludwigia inclinata Cuba (Ludwigia inclinata var. verticillata 'Cuba'): high-intensity lighting, CO2,…

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Succulents and cacti

Pachypodium lamerei

Madagascar Palm (Pachypodium lamerei)

Pachypodium lamerei, the Madagascar Palm, is a spectacular semi-arid pachycaul combining a stout silvery trunk armed with…

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Ferns and allies

Asplenium trichomanes

Maidenhair spleenwort

Saigon Cay Canh Living Herbarium Dossier Maidenhair spleenwort — Asplenium trichomanes Scientific name: Asplenium trichomanes Botanical family:…

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Culinary, aromatic and useful plants

Ocimum tenuiflorum

Holy basil tulsi

Holy basil tulsi (Ocimum tenuiflorum), classified within the botanical family Lamiaceae, is an esteemed tropical landscape canopy…

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Succulents and cacti

Kalanchoe pinnata

Cathedral bells (Kalanchoe pinnata)

Comprehensive botanical monograph on Cathedral bells (Kalanchoe pinnata): structural morphology, physiological adaptations, porous mineral substrate, and specialized…

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Culinary, aromatic and useful plants

Melissa officinalis

Lemon balm (Melissa officinalis), classified within the botanical family Lamiaceae, is an esteemed tropical landscape canopy tree…

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Garden and container flowers

Evolvulus glomeratus

Blue daze (Evolvulus glomeratus)

Blue daze (Evolvulus glomeratus) Evolvulus glomeratus, celebrated globally as blue daze, Brazilian dwarf morning glory, or Hawaiian…

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Foliage plants

Rhaphidophora pertusa

Perforated rhaphidophora

Comprehensive botanical dossier for Perforated rhaphidophora (Rhaphidophora pertusa). Identification, lighting calibration, porous substrate formulation, and cultivation guide…

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Succulents and cacti

Sedum burrito

Baby burro’s tail

Baby burro’s tail (Sedum burrito) Baby burro’s tail (botanical binomial: Sedum burrito) is a celebrated succulent specimen…

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Ferns and allies

Nephrolepis pendula

Pendent sword fern

Saigon Cay Canh Living Herbarium Dossier Pendent sword fern — Nephrolepis pendula Scientific name: Nephrolepis pendula Botanical…

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Landscape shrubs and trees

Nandina domestica

Heavenly bamboo

Heavenly bamboo (Nandina domestica), classified within the botanical family Berberidaceae, is an esteemed tropical landscape canopy tree…

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Indoor flowering plants

Guzmania lingulata

Scarlet star

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Indoor flowering plants

Tillandsia cyanea

Pink quill

Comprehensive botanical dossier for Pink quill (Tillandsia cyanea). Morphological taxonomy, lighting calibration, porous substrate formulation, and cultivation…

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Foliage plants

Rhaphidophora hayi

Hay’s shingle vine

Comprehensive botanical dossier for Hay's shingle vine (Rhaphidophora hayi). Identification, lighting calibration, porous substrate formulation, and cultivation…

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Indoor flowering plants

Schlumbergera truncata

Thanksgiving cactus

Comprehensive botanical dossier for Thanksgiving cactus (Schlumbergera truncata). Morphological taxonomy, lighting calibration, porous substrate formulation, and cultivation…

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Landscape shrubs and trees

Vitex trifolia

Simpleleaf chastetree

Simpleleaf chastetree (Vitex trifolia), classified within the botanical family Lamiaceae, is an esteemed tropical landscape canopy tree…

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Foliage plants

Syngonium macrophyllum

Big-leaf syngonium

Step-by-step masterclass on Big-leaf syngonium (Syngonium macrophyllum): shock-free repotting techniques, moisture depth monitoring, and organic fertilization schedules.

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Garden and container flowers

Pandorea jasminoides

Bower of beauty (Pandorea jasminoides)

Bower of beauty (Pandorea jasminoides) Pandorea jasminoides, celebrated worldwide as bower of beauty or bower vine, is…

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Indoor flowering plants

Hoya kerrii

Sweetheart hoya

Comprehensive botanical dossier for Sweetheart hoya (Hoya kerrii). Morphological taxonomy, lighting calibration, porous substrate formulation, and cultivation…

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Foliage plants

Spathiphyllum commutatum

Pacific peace lily

Comprehensive botanical dossier for Pacific peace lily (Spathiphyllum commutatum). Identification, lighting calibration, porous substrate formulation, and cultivation…

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Plants for bonsai

Pinus densiflora

Japanese red pine (Pinus densiflora)

Japanese red pine (Pinus densiflora) Pinus densiflora, the Japanese red pine or Akamatsu, is renowned for luminous…

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Foliage plants

Anthurium crystallinum

Crystal anthurium

Standardized technical dossier for Crystal anthurium (Anthurium crystallinum): engineered aroid substrate formulas, clean stem cuttings, and urban…

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Indoor flowering plants

Clerodendrum thomsoniae

Bleeding glory bower

Comprehensive botanical dossier for Bleeding glory bower (Clerodendrum thomsoniae). Morphological taxonomy, lighting calibration, porous substrate formulation, and…

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Palms and cycads

Caryota no

King fishtail palm

King fishtail palm (Caryota no) King fishtail palm (botanical binomial: Caryota no) is a distinguished botanical specimen…

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Garden and container flowers

Justicia carnea

Brazilian plume (Justicia carnea)

Brazilian plume (Justicia carnea) Justicia carnea, globally known as the Brazilian plume, flamingo flower, or Jacobinia, is…

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Succulents and cacti

Crassula ovata

Jade plant

Botanical Dossier Standard V2 • Saigon Cay Canh undefined (Crassula ovata) Stonecrop family (Crassulaceae) • Living Herbarium…

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Plants for bonsai

Acer buergerianum

Trident maple (Acer buergerianum)

Trident maple (Acer buergerianum) Acer buergerianum, the Trident maple, is a celebrated deciduous conifer in bonsai horticulture,…

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Foliage plants

Aglaonema simplex

Malayan sword

Comprehensive indoor care guide for Malayan sword (Aglaonema simplex): natural venation markers, air-conditioned humidity tips, and root…

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Plants for bonsai

Carmona retusa

Fukien tea tree (Carmona retusa)

Fukien tea tree (Carmona retusa) Carmona retusa, universally cherished as the Fukien tea tree or Philippine tea,…

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Foliage plants

Alocasia zebrina

Zebra alocasia

Step-by-step masterclass on Zebra alocasia (Alocasia zebrina): shock-free repotting techniques, moisture depth monitoring, and organic fertilization schedules.

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Orchids

Cattleya warscewiczii

Warscewicz’s cattleya

Comprehensive botanical dossier for Warscewicz's cattleya (Cattleya warscewiczii). Morphological taxonomy, lighting calibration, porous substrate formulation, and cultivation…

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Foliage plants

Peperomia clusiifolia

Red edge peperomia

Comprehensive botanical dossier for Red edge peperomia (Peperomia clusiifolia). Identification, lighting calibration, porous substrate formulation, and cultivation…

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Garden and container flowers

Pyrostegia venusta

Flame vine (Pyrostegia venusta)

Flame vine (Pyrostegia venusta) Pyrostegia venusta, celebrated worldwide as flame vine, orange trumpet vine, golden shower, or…

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Orchids

Vanda denisoniana

Denison’s vanda

Comprehensive botanical dossier for Denison's vanda (Vanda denisoniana). Morphological taxonomy, lighting calibration, porous substrate formulation, and cultivation…

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Orchids

Dendrobium farmeri

Farmer’s dendrobium

Comprehensive botanical dossier for Farmer's dendrobium (Dendrobium farmeri). Morphological taxonomy, lighting calibration, porous substrate formulation, and cultivation…

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Succulents and cacti

Mammillaria lenta

Crown of thorns mammillaria

Mammillaria Cactaceae Standard Botanical Monograph V2 Crown of Thorns Mammillaria (Mammillaria lenta): Limestone Cushion Morphology and Arid…

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Succulents and cacti

Haworthia fasciata

Zebra haworthia (Haworthia fasciata)

Comprehensive botanical monograph on Zebra haworthia (Haworthia fasciata): structural morphology, physiological adaptations, porous mineral substrate, and specialized…

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Foliage plants

Peperomia caperata

Emerald ripple peperomia

Comprehensive botanical dossier for Emerald ripple peperomia (Peperomia caperata). Identification, lighting calibration, porous substrate formulation, and cultivation…

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Succulents and cacti

Gasteria pillansii

Pillans Gasteria (Gasteria pillansii)

Sai Gon Cay Canh • Living Herbarium V2 Pillans Gasteria (Gasteria pillansii): Xerophytic Morphology, Distichous Form and…

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Indoor flowering plants

Gardenia jasminoides

Cape jasmine

Comprehensive botanical dossier for Cape jasmine (Gardenia jasminoides). Morphological taxonomy, lighting calibration, porous substrate formulation, and cultivation…

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Landscape shrubs and trees

Scaevola taccada

Beach cabbage

Beach cabbage (Scaevola taccada), classified within the botanical family Goodeniaceae, is an esteemed tropical landscape canopy tree…

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Aquatic and wetland plants

Riccia fluitans

Crystalwort (Riccia fluitans)

Complete botanical and aquascaping care guide for Crystalwort (Riccia fluitans): water parameters, CO2, lighting, and epiphytic mounting…

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Foliage plants

Dieffenbachia longispatha

Long-spathe dumb cane

Comprehensive botanical dossier for Long-spathe dumb cane (Dieffenbachia longispatha). Identification, lighting calibration, porous substrate formulation, and cultivation…

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Ferns and allies

Adiantum formosum

Giant maidenhair fern

Sài Gòn Cây Cảnh Botanical Dossier Giant maidenhair fern — Adiantum formosum Scientific Name: Adiantum formosum Botanical…

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Foliage plants

Anthurium warocqueanum

Queen anthurium

In-depth botanical profile for Queen anthurium (Anthurium warocqueanum, family Araceae): leaf morphology analysis, high-porosity potting mix for…

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Foliage plants

Maranta arundinacea

Arrowroot plant

Comprehensive botanical dossier for Arrowroot plant (Maranta arundinacea). Identification, lighting calibration, porous substrate formulation, and cultivation guide…

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Foliage plants

Goeppertia makoyana

Peacock plant

Comprehensive botanical dossier for Peacock plant (Goeppertia makoyana). Identification, lighting calibration, porous substrate formulation, and cultivation guide…

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Indoor flowering plants

Neoregelia carolinae

Blushing bromeliad

Comprehensive botanical dossier for Blushing bromeliad (Neoregelia carolinae). Morphological taxonomy, lighting calibration, porous substrate formulation, and cultivation…

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Plants for bonsai

Podocarpus henkelii

Henkel’s Yellowwood (Podocarpus henkelii)

Podocarpus henkelii, Henkel's Yellowwood or the Falcate Yellowwood, is a majestic South African conifer celebrated for pendulous…

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Foliage plants

Rhaphidophora decursiva

Creeping philodendron decursiva

Comprehensive botanical dossier for Creeping philodendron decursiva (Rhaphidophora decursiva). Identification, lighting calibration, porous substrate formulation, and cultivation…

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Aquatic and wetland plants

Vesicularia ferriei

Complete botanical and aquascaping care guide for Weeping moss (Vesicularia ferriei): water parameters, CO2, lighting, and epiphytic…

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Landscape shrubs and trees

Bombax ceiba

Red silk-cotton tree

Red silk-cotton tree (Bombax ceiba), classified within the botanical family Malvaceae, is an esteemed tropical landscape canopy…

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Foliage plants

Spathiphyllum cochlearispathum

Spoon-spathe peace lily

Comprehensive botanical dossier for Spoon-spathe peace lily (Spathiphyllum cochlearispathum). Identification, lighting calibration, porous substrate formulation, and cultivation…

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Culinary, aromatic and useful plants

Kaempferia galanga

Aromatic ginger

Aromatic ginger (Kaempferia galanga), classified within the botanical family Zingiberaceae, is an esteemed tropical landscape canopy tree…

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Landscape shrubs and trees

Codiaeum variegatum

Garden croton (Codiaeum variegatum), classified within the botanical family Euphorbiaceae, is an esteemed tropical landscape canopy tree…

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Orchids

Cymbidium lowianum

Low’s cymbidium

Comprehensive botanical dossier for Low's cymbidium (Cymbidium lowianum). Morphological taxonomy, lighting calibration, porous substrate formulation, and cultivation…

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Garden and container flowers

Holmskioldia sanguinea

Chinese hat plant (Holmskioldia sanguinea)

Chinese hat plant (Holmskioldia sanguinea) Holmskioldia sanguinea, celebrated worldwide as Chinese hat plant, mandarin’s hat, or cup-and-saucer…

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Indoor flowering plants

Primula obconica

Poison primrose

Comprehensive botanical dossier for Poison primrose (Primula obconica). Morphological taxonomy, lighting calibration, porous substrate formulation, and cultivation…

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Garden and container flowers

Hydrangea paniculata

Panicle hydrangea (Hydrangea paniculata)

Panicle hydrangea (Hydrangea paniculata) Hydrangea paniculata, universally known as panicle hydrangea or peegee hydrangea, is a majestic,…

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Garden and container flowers

Hymenocallis littoralis

Beach Spider Lily (Hymenocallis littoralis)

Beach Spider Lily (Hymenocallis littoralis) Hymenocallis littoralis, celebrated internationally as beach spider lily, coastal spider lily, or…

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Indoor flowering plants

Medinilla scortechinii

Coral medinilla

Comprehensive botanical dossier for Coral medinilla (Medinilla scortechinii). Morphological taxonomy, lighting calibration, porous substrate formulation, and cultivation…

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Garden and container flowers

Duranta erecta

Golden dewdrop (Duranta erecta)

Golden dewdrop (Duranta erecta) Duranta erecta, celebrated worldwide as golden dewdrop, pigeon berry, or skyflower, is an…

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Succulents and cacti

Kalanchoe daigremontiana

Mother of Thousands (Kalanchoe daigremontiana)

Mother of Thousands (Kalanchoe daigremontiana) The Mother of thousands (botanical binomial: Kalanchoe daigremontiana Raym.-Hamet & H.Perrier, frequently…

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Foliage plants

Alocasia odora

Night-scented lily

Botanical garden standard cultivation guide for Night-scented lily (Alocasia odora): seasonal irrigation adjustments, variety identification, and clonal…

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Culinary, aromatic and useful plants

Houttuynia cordata

Fish mint (Houttuynia cordata), classified within the botanical family Saururaceae, is an esteemed tropical landscape canopy tree…

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Foliage plants

Peperomia argyreia

Watermelon peperomia

Comprehensive botanical dossier for Watermelon peperomia (Peperomia argyreia). Identification, lighting calibration, porous substrate formulation, and cultivation guide…

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Garden and container flowers

Kopsia fruticosa

Pink kopsia

Kopsia fruticosa, celebrated across tropical Asia as pink kopsia, shrub vinca, or pink gardenia, is an aristocratic,…

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Succulents and cacti

Gymnocalycium denudatum

Spider Cactus (Gymnocalycium denudatum)

Gymnocalycium denudatum is an exquisite dwarf chin cactus native to South American pampas grasslands, celebrated for glossy…

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Landscape shrubs and trees

Saraca indica

Ashoka tree

Ashoka tree (Saraca indica), classified within the botanical family Fabaceae, is an esteemed tropical landscape canopy tree…

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Aquatic and wetland plants

Bucephalandra motleyana

Complete botanical and aquascaping care guide for Motley bucephalandra (Bucephalandra motleyana): water parameters, CO2, lighting, and epiphytic…

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Foliage plants

Alocasia nebula

Silver nebula alocasia

Comprehensive indoor care guide for Silver nebula alocasia (Alocasia nebula): natural venation markers, air-conditioned humidity tips, and…

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Foliage plants

Monstera deliciosa

Swiss cheese plant

Swiss cheese plant (Monstera deliciosa) is a celebrated epiphytic climbing liana renowned for its striking architectural presence…

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Indoor flowering plants

Neoregelia spectabilis

Fingernail plant

Comprehensive botanical dossier for Fingernail plant (Neoregelia spectabilis). Morphological taxonomy, lighting calibration, porous substrate formulation, and cultivation…

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Plants for bonsai

Camellia japonica

Japanese camellia (Camellia japonica)

Japanese camellia (Camellia japonica) Camellia japonica, acclaimed as Japanese camellia or rose of winter, is the aristocratic…

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Indoor flowering plants

Aeschynanthus radicans

Lipstick plant

Comprehensive botanical dossier for Lipstick plant (Aeschynanthus radicans). Identification, lighting calibration, porous substrate formulation, and cultivation guide…

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Orchids

Coelogyne cristata

Crested coelogyne

Comprehensive botanical dossier for Crested coelogyne (Coelogyne cristata). Morphological taxonomy, lighting calibration, porous substrate formulation, and cultivation…

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Landscape shrubs and trees

Pterocarpus indicus

Burmese rosewood

Burmese rosewood (Pterocarpus indicus), classified within the botanical family Fabaceae, is an esteemed tropical landscape canopy tree…

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Garden and container flowers

Mandevilla boliviensis

White dipladenia (Mandevilla boliviensis)

White dipladenia (Mandevilla boliviensis) Mandevilla boliviensis, widely celebrated as white dipladenia or white mandevilla, is an ethereal…

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Plants for bonsai

Pinus parviflora

Japanese white pine (Pinus parviflora)

Japanese white pine (Pinus parviflora) Pinus parviflora, the Japanese white pine or Goyomatsu, is revered as the…

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Plants for bonsai

Diospyros rhombifolia

Diamond persimmon (Diospyros rhombifolia)

Diamond persimmon (Diospyros rhombifolia) Diospyros rhombifolia, celebrated as diamond persimmon or princess persimmon, is a prized shohin…

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Succulents and cacti

Crassula tetragona

Miniature pine tree (Crassula tetragona)

Comprehensive botanical monograph on the Miniature pine tree (Crassula tetragona): succulent subulate needle anatomy, CAM physiology, porous…

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Dipterocarpus alatus

Keruing tree

Keruing tree (Dipterocarpus alatus), classified within the botanical family Dipterocarpaceae, is an esteemed tropical landscape canopy tree…

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Garden and container flowers

Vinca minor

Lesser periwinkle

Vinca minor, universally recognized as lesser periwinkle, dwarf periwinkle, or creeping myrtle, is an aristocratic, evergreen perennial…

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Foliage plants

Spathiphyllum floribundum

Snowflower peace lily

Comprehensive botanical dossier for Snowflower peace lily (Spathiphyllum floribundum). Identification, lighting calibration, porous substrate formulation, and cultivation…

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Aquatic and wetland plants

Rotala 'Enie'

Complete botanical and aquascaping guide for Rotala Enie (Rotala 'Enie'): high PAR lighting, CO2 injection, nitrate limitation,…

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Garden and container flowers

Tagetes patula

French marigold (Tagetes patula)

French marigold (Tagetes patula) Tagetes patula, celebrated globally as French marigold, dwarf marigold, or velvet marigold, is…

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Culinary, aromatic and useful plants

Thymus vulgaris

Common thyme

Common thyme (Thymus vulgaris), classified within the botanical family Lamiaceae, is an esteemed tropical landscape canopy tree…

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Foliage plants

Anthurium regale

Royal anthurium

Detailed taxonomic reference for Royal anthurium (Anthurium regale): definitive leaf venation keys, root health management, and integrated…

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Ferns and allies

Cyathea medullaris

Black tree fern

Black tree fern (Cyathea medullaris) Black tree fern (botanical binomial: Cyathea medullaris) is a distinguished botanical specimen…

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Succulents and cacti

Sedum clavatum

Clavate stonecrop

Clavate stonecrop (Sedum clavatum) Clavate stonecrop (botanical binomial: Sedum clavatum) is a celebrated succulent specimen revered in…

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Foliage plants

Epipremnum amplissimum

Amplissimum pothos

Comprehensive indoor care guide for Amplissimum pothos (Epipremnum amplissimum): natural venation markers, air-conditioned humidity tips, and root…

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Foliage plants

Dracaena reflexa

Song of India

Comprehensive botanical dossier for Song of India (Dracaena reflexa). Identification, lighting calibration, porous substrate formulation, and cultivation…

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Foliage plants

Caladium tuberosum

Tuberosum caladium

Comprehensive botanical dossier for Tuberosum caladium (Caladium tuberosum). Identification, lighting calibration, porous substrate formulation, and cultivation guide…

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Plants for bonsai

Juniperus communis

Common juniper (Juniperus communis)

Common juniper (Juniperus communis) Juniperus communis, the common juniper, possesses the widest circumpolar distribution of any woody…

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Succulents and cacti

Haworthia retusa

Star cactus haworthia (Haworthia retusa)

Comprehensive botanical monograph on Star cactus haworthia (Haworthia retusa): structural morphology, physiological adaptations, porous mineral substrate, and…

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Garden and container flowers

Hydrangea quercifolia

Oakleaf hydrangea (Hydrangea quercifolia)

Oakleaf hydrangea (Hydrangea quercifolia) Hydrangea quercifolia, internationally celebrated as oakleaf hydrangea, is an awe-inspiring, structurally dramatic deciduous…

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Aquatic and wetland plants

Ludwigia repens

Complete botanical and aquascaping guide for Creeping primrose-willow (Ludwigia repens): high-intensity lighting, CO2, iron fertilization, and propagation…

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Garden and container flowers

Belamcanda chinensis

Blackberry Lily (Belamcanda chinensis)

Blackberry Lily (Belamcanda chinensis) Belamcanda chinensis (synonymously classified as Iris domestica), universally known as blackberry lily, leopard…

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Foliage plants

Philodendron pastazanum

Pastaza philodendron

Standardized technical dossier for Pastaza philodendron (Philodendron pastazanum): engineered aroid substrate formulas, clean stem cuttings, and urban…

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Orchids

Vanda tricolor

Three-colored vanda

Comprehensive botanical dossier for Three-colored vanda (Vanda tricolor). Morphological taxonomy, lighting calibration, porous substrate formulation, and cultivation…

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Landscape shrubs and trees

Tabebuia rosea

Pink poui

Pink poui (Tabebuia rosea), classified within the botanical family Bignoniaceae, is an esteemed tropical landscape canopy tree…

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Aquatic and wetland plants

Myriophyllum aquaticum

Parrot’s feather

Parrot’s feather (Myriophyllum aquaticum), belonging to the botanical family Haloragaceae, is an esteemed freshwater aquatic plant celebrated…

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Aquatic and wetland plants

Hydrocotyle verticillata

Whorled pennywort (Hydrocotyle verticillata)

Complete botanical and aquascaping guide for Whorled pennywort (Hydrocotyle verticillata): lighting, CO2, trimming regimen, and Dry Start…

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Foliage plants

Alocasia macrorrhizos

Giant taro

Master the art of cultivating Giant taro (Alocasia macrorrhizos): strategies for maximizing mature blade sizing, artificial lighting…

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Aquatic and wetland plants

Bucephalandra 'Kishii'

Complete botanical and aquascaping care guide for Kishii bucephalandra (Bucephalandra 'Kishii'): water parameters, CO2, lighting, and epiphytic…

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Culinary, aromatic and useful plants

Boesenbergia rotunda

Fingerroot

Fingerroot (Boesenbergia rotunda), classified within the botanical family Zingiberaceae, is an esteemed tropical landscape canopy tree renowned…

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Garden and container flowers

Costus woodsonii

Red button costus (Costus woodsonii)

Red button costus (Costus woodsonii) Costus woodsonii, internationally celebrated as red button costus, scarlet spiral flag, or…

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Indoor flowering plants

Tillandsia bulbosa

Bulbous airplant

Comprehensive botanical dossier for Bulbous airplant (Tillandsia bulbosa). Morphological taxonomy, lighting calibration, porous substrate formulation, and cultivation…

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Succulents and cacti

Euphorbia candelabrum

Candelabra spurge

Euphorbia Euphorbiaceae Living Herbarium Master V2 Candelabra Spurge (Euphorbia candelabrum): Arborescent Crown, Undulating Winged Ridges and Xeriscape…

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Palms and cycads

Chamaedorea elegans

Parlor palm

Parlor palm (Chamaedorea elegans) is a celebrated solitary dwarf understory palm renowned for its graceful, feathery arching…

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Orchids

Phalaenopsis stuartiana

Stuart’s phalaenopsis

Comprehensive botanical dossier for Stuart's phalaenopsis (Phalaenopsis stuartiana). Morphological taxonomy, lighting calibration, porous substrate formulation, and cultivation…

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Succulents and cacti

Kalanchoe fedtschenkoi

Lavender scallops (Kalanchoe fedtschenkoi)

Comprehensive botanical monograph on Lavender scallops (Kalanchoe fedtschenkoi): structural morphology, physiological adaptations, porous mineral substrate, and specialized…

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Garden and container flowers

Solandra maxima

Golden chalice vine (Solandra maxima)

Golden chalice vine (Solandra maxima) Solandra maxima, universally acclaimed as the golden chalice vine, cup of gold,…

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Haworthia bayeri

Bayer’s haworthia (Haworthia bayeri)

Comprehensive botanical monograph on Bayer's haworthia (Haworthia bayeri): structural morphology, physiological adaptations, porous mineral substrate, and specialized…

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Palms and cycads

Cycas revoluta

Sago palm

Sago palm (Cycas revoluta) Sago palm (botanical binomial: Cycas revoluta) is a distinguished botanical specimen belonging to…

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Landscape shrubs and trees

Lagerstroemia floribunda

Thai crape myrtle

Thai crape myrtle (Lagerstroemia floribunda), classified within the botanical family Lythraceae, is an esteemed tropical landscape canopy…

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Orchids

Paphiopedilum gratrixianum

Gratrix’s paphiopedilum

Comprehensive botanical dossier for Gratrix's paphiopedilum (Paphiopedilum gratrixianum). Morphological taxonomy, lighting calibration, porous substrate formulation, and cultivation…

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Sanchezia speciosa

Shrubby sanchezia

Shrubby sanchezia (Sanchezia speciosa), classified within the botanical family Acanthaceae, is an esteemed tropical landscape canopy tree…

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Plants for bonsai

Cassia javanica

Pink shower (Cassia javanica)

Pink shower (Cassia javanica) Cassia javanica, known as the pink shower tree or apple blossom cassia, is…

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Landscape shrubs and trees

Ficus rumphii

Rumph’s fig

Rumph’s fig (Ficus rumphii), classified within the botanical family Moraceae, is an esteemed tropical landscape canopy tree…

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Aquatic and wetland plants

Ludwigia brevipes

Complete botanical and aquascaping guide for Long-stalk seedbox (Ludwigia brevipes): high-intensity lighting, CO2, iron fertilization, and propagation…

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Garden and container flowers

Passiflora edulis

Passion fruit vine (Passiflora edulis)

Passion fruit vine (Passiflora edulis) Passiflora edulis, celebrated globally as passion fruit vine, purple granadilla, or maracuja,…

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Aquatic and wetland plants

Elodea canadensis

Canadian waterweed

Canadian waterweed (Elodea canadensis), belonging to the botanical family Hydrocharitaceae, is an esteemed freshwater aquatic plant celebrated…

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Foliage plants

Dracaena pethera

Whale fin sansevieria

Comprehensive botanical dossier for Whale fin sansevieria (Dracaena pethera). Identification, lighting calibration, porous substrate formulation, and cultivation…

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Succulents and cacti

Crassula falcata

Propeller plant (Crassula falcata)

Comprehensive botanical monograph on the Propeller plant (Crassula falcata): aerodynamic twisted falcate foliar symmetry, scarlet floral corymbs,…

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Succulents and cacti

Echeveria setosa

Mexican firecracker

Mexican firecracker (Echeveria setosa) Mexican firecracker (botanical binomial: Echeveria setosa) is a celebrated succulent specimen revered in…

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Garden and container flowers

Clerodendrum paniculatum

Pagoda flower (Clerodendrum paniculatum)

Pagoda flower (Clerodendrum paniculatum) Clerodendrum paniculatum, globally revered as pagoda flower or temple flower, is a spectacular…

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Garden and container flowers

Impatiens balsamina

Garden balsam (Impatiens balsamina)

Garden balsam (Impatiens balsamina) Impatiens balsamina, universally treasured as garden balsam, rose balsam, or touch-me-not, is a…

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Succulents and cacti

Euphorbia trigona

African milk tree

Euphorbia Euphorbiaceae Living Herbarium Master V2 African Milk Tree (Euphorbia trigona): Architectural Winged Morphology, Latex Toxicity and…

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Orchids

Cattleya labiata

Crimson cattleya

Comprehensive botanical dossier for Crimson cattleya (Cattleya labiata). Morphological taxonomy, lighting calibration, porous substrate formulation, and cultivation…

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Plants for bonsai

Podocarpus totara

Totara (Podocarpus totara)

Podocarpus totara, the revered Totara of New Zealand, is a monumental podocarp conifer celebrated for rot-resistant timber,…

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Indoor flowering plants

Hippeastrum puniceum

Barbados lily

Comprehensive botanical dossier for Barbados lily (Hippeastrum puniceum). Morphological taxonomy, lighting calibration, porous substrate formulation, and cultivation…

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Succulents and cacti

Kalanchoe luciae

Paddle plant luciae (Kalanchoe luciae)

Comprehensive botanical monograph on Paddle plant luciae (Kalanchoe luciae): structural morphology, physiological adaptations, porous mineral substrate, and…

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Orchids

Dendrobium densiflorum

Densely flowered dendrobium

Comprehensive botanical dossier for Densely flowered dendrobium (Dendrobium densiflorum). Morphological taxonomy, lighting calibration, porous substrate formulation, and…

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Garden and container flowers

Portulaca umbraticola

Wingpod purslane (Portulaca umbraticola)

Wingpod purslane (Portulaca umbraticola) Portulaca umbraticola, widely known as wingpod purslane, ornamental purslane, or broadleaf moss rose,…

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Garden and container flowers

Pachystachys coccinea

Cardinal’s guard (Pachystachys coccinea)

Cardinal’s guard (Pachystachys coccinea) Pachystachys coccinea, widely renowned as cardinal’s guard, red shrimp plant, or scarlet flame,…

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Palms and cycads

Chamaerops humilis

European fan palm

European fan palm (Chamaerops humilis) European fan palm (botanical binomial: Chamaerops humilis) is a distinguished botanical specimen…

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Landscape shrubs and trees

Magnolia grandiflora

Southern magnolia

Southern magnolia (Magnolia grandiflora), classified within the botanical family Magnoliaceae, is an esteemed tropical landscape canopy tree…

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Succulents and cacti

Kalanchoe rhombopilosa

Pies from heaven (Kalanchoe rhombopilosa)

Comprehensive botanical monograph on Pies from heaven (Kalanchoe rhombopilosa): structural morphology, physiological adaptations, porous mineral substrate, and…

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Pachira insignis

Wild chestnut

Wild chestnut (Pachira insignis), classified within the botanical family Malvaceae, is an esteemed tropical landscape canopy tree…

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Cecropia peltata

Shield cecropia

Shield cecropia (Cecropia peltata), classified within the botanical family Urticaceae, is an esteemed tropical landscape canopy tree…

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Plants for bonsai

Prunus mume

Japanese apricot (Prunus mume)

Japanese apricot (Prunus mume) Prunus mume, celebrated across the Orient as Japanese apricot, Ume, or Chinese plum,…

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Ferns and allies

Selaginella uncinata

Peacock spikemoss

Peacock spikemoss (Selaginella uncinata) Peacock spikemoss (botanical binomial: Selaginella uncinata) is a distinguished botanical specimen belonging to…

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Kleinhovia hospita

Guest tree

Guest tree (Kleinhovia hospita), classified within the botanical family Malvaceae, is an esteemed tropical landscape canopy tree…

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Ferns and allies

Nephrolepis obliterata

Kimberley queen fern

Saigon Cay Canh Living Herbarium Dossier Kimberley queen fern — Nephrolepis obliterata Scientific name: Nephrolepis obliterata Botanical…

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Garden and container flowers

Abelmoschus moschatus

Musk mallow (Abelmoschus moschatus)

Musk mallow (Abelmoschus moschatus) Abelmoschus moschatus, globally acclaimed as Musk mallow, ambrette, or musk okra, is a…

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Succulents and cacti

Kalanchoe gastonis-bonnieri

Donkey ears kalanchoe (Kalanchoe gastonis-bonnieri)

Comprehensive botanical monograph on Donkey ears kalanchoe (Kalanchoe gastonis-bonnieri): structural morphology, physiological adaptations, porous mineral substrate, and…

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Aquatic and wetland plants

Salvinia natans

Floating watermoss (Salvinia natans), belonging to the botanical family Salviniaceae, is an esteemed freshwater aquatic plant celebrated…

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Ferns and allies

Asplenium nidus

Bird’s-nest fern

Saigon Cay Canh Living Herbarium Dossier Bird’s-nest fern — Asplenium nidus Scientific name: Asplenium nidus Botanical family:…

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Foliage plants

Philodendron melanochrysum

Black gold philodendron

Proven horticultural methods for Black gold philodendron (Philodendron melanochrysum): optimizing diffused lighting, balanced micronutrient feeding, and foliage…

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Garden and container flowers

Trachelospermum jasminoides

Star jasmine (Trachelospermum jasminoides)

Star jasmine (Trachelospermum jasminoides) Trachelospermum jasminoides, universally celebrated as star jasmine or Confederate jasmine, is an aristocratic…

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Garden and container flowers

Cuphea ignea

Cigar plant

Cuphea ignea, universally celebrated in tropical horticulture as the cigar plant, firecracker plant, or Mexican cigar flower,…

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Succulents and cacti

Conophytum bilobum

Living Pebbles (Conophytum bilobum)

Conophytum bilobum is an enchanting miniature succulent pebble within the Aizoaceae family, celebrated for heart-shaped chalky-blue bilobed…

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Foliage plants

Anthurium pendulifolium

Pendent-leaf anthurium

In-depth botanical profile for Pendent-leaf anthurium (Anthurium pendulifolium, family Araceae): leaf morphology analysis, high-porosity potting mix for…

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Aquatic and wetland plants

Rotala 'Blood Red'

Complete botanical and aquascaping guide for Rotala Blood Red (Rotala 'Blood Red'): high PAR lighting, CO2 injection,…

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Landscape shrubs and trees

Dodonaea viscosa

Hopbush (Dodonaea viscosa), classified within the botanical family Sapindaceae, is an esteemed tropical landscape canopy tree renowned…

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Aquatic and wetland plants

Ludwigia sedioides

Mosaic flower (Ludwigia sedioides)

Complete botanical and aquascaping guide for Mosaic flower (Ludwigia sedioides): high-intensity lighting, CO2, iron fertilization, and propagation…

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