Spreading by long, arching shoots which develop plantlets at their tip, Spider Plant forms many mounds of narrow, green and white-striped or solid green leaves, depending on the cultivar. Small, white flowers are occasionally produced along ... READ MORE
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Common name: Spearmint Scientific name: Mentha spicata Family: Labiatae Uses: Aromatic, cosmetic, culinary, and medicinal.Fresh or dried leaves scent sachets and potpourris. Spearmint is used in baths to refresh and cool skin, in facials ... READ MORE
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Multiple, twisted trunks with smooth, light grey bark, aromatic, olive green leaves, and clusters of grey-blue, waxy berries on female plants which are attractive to wildlife are just some of the reasons southern waxmyrtle is such a popular ... READ MORE
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Scientific Name: Sansevieria trifasciata Common Name: viper's bowstring hemp Type: Herbaceous perennial Family: Asparagaceae Native Range: Nigeria Zone: 10 to 12 Height: 2.00 to 4.00 feet Spread: 1.00 to 2.00 feet Bloom Time: Rarely ... READ MORE
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This member of the eucalyptus family is an attractive, hardy tropical. It was once known as Eugenia simpsonii. It can be a large shrub or small tree and can reach a height of 20 feet with a 15-foot spread. The tiny, deep green ... READ MORE
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The attractive silver-grey, banded foliage of this easy-care bromeliad is a perfect background for the brilliant, springtime flower stalk which emerges from the tight center rosette of leaves. The flower stalk is composed of a cluster of rosy ... READ MORE
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Variegated ginger is a 4- to 8-foot-tall herbaceous perennial that is used in the landscape for its attractive foliage and shell-like flowers.. The leaves of this plant are green and yellow variegated and are quite striking. They are 18 to 24 ... READ MORE
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The native salvia is an herbaceous perennial that is native to the southeastern United States including the state of Florida. It may attain a height of 3 to 4 feet with a vase-shaped or upright habit. It bears striking, rich red flowers (occasionally ... READ MORE
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Family: Cycadaceae, cycad family. Genus: Cycas stems from the Greek name cyca, which means "palm." Cycas are gymnosperms and, though palm-like, they are unrelated to true palms, which are actually angiosperms (flowering plants). Species: ... READ MORE
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Wild Petunia is a native wildflower found throughout Florida in native woodlands (Fig. 1). They spread and are known as strong growers under adverse conditions. This 12-tall plant has light green leaves that are medium in texture. Blue or violet ... READ MORE
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