Brugmansia spp. (Datura spp.) Common Name(s):Angel's trumpet Category:Poisonous Plants Comment:A small tree growing 6-15 ft in container and 35 ft in ground has softly hairy young stems, leaves, flower, and fruit. The leaf is ovate ... READ MORE
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Soap aloe is a tough, Florida-Friendly plant that can be grown throughout the state, adding a bold touch to any garden. Its name is derived from the fact that the sap from its thick, fleshy leaves can be used as a soap substitute. Soap ... READ MORE
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Amazon lily forms tight, compact rosettes of deep green, glossy leaves up to several inches wide, and tall spikes of fragrant, long-lasting, waxy, white flowers. They make nice container plants for a shaded deck or patio, or can ... READ MORE
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Scientific name: Aloysia virgata This sweetly fragrant, vigorous, drought-tolerant, upright-growing tree/shrub is from Argentina. It produces spiked flower clusters with small white almond-scented flowers. With an extended ... READ MORE
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Botanical Name: Drimiopsis maculata Hardy groundcover - zones 8 - 10 Common Name: African Hosta Mature Height: One foot Light: Light shade to part sunny Spots darker in shade - blooms in spring Water Requirements: ... READ MORE
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The cheerful, bright yellow flowers of African bush daisy are produced in great number throughout the year. The loose, rounded form makes a colorful tall ground cover, small shrub, or works well in mixed flower borders. The finely-divided ... READ MORE
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Salvia officinalis is an aromatic, rather woody perennial shrub in the mint family (Lamiaceae) native to the shores of the northern Mediterranean. Its common names include culinary sage, common garden sage, or garden sage. The word “sage” ... READ MORE
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Rosemary(Rosmarinus officinalis) is a woody, perennial herb with fragrant evergreen needle-like leaves. It is native to the Mediterranean region. It is a member of the mint family Lamiaceae, which also includes many other herbs. The name rosemary ... READ MORE
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Oregano is recognized to be of two main types, Mexican ( Lippia graveolens ) and European ( Origanum vulgare ). The latter is also called wild marjoram. The two types are dissimilar in taste, but alike in usage. The European is much milder. ... READ MORE
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Scientific Name: Plectranthus amboinicus Also known as Vicks Salve, Mexican Mint, or Spanish Thyme, this succulent herb has the typical four-cornered stem of the Lamiaceae family. The leaves are very thick and succulent, grey-green and hairy. ... READ MORE
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