Pachypodium Lamerei - Madagascar Palm Plants / Tropical and Subtropical Plants The Madagascar Palm is native to the island of Madagascar. Also known as Madagascar palms. The deep green leaves are long with a glossy look to them. The trunk is smooth grayish silver. Spines are in clusters of three and are sharp and strong. The flowers are white with yellow in the center. … Contributed by amazon 18.11. 2007 12:05:37 (24660 readers) Match on Title and Article's text | |
Stephanotis floribunda - Madagascar Jasmine Plants / Climber Plants The Madagascar Jasmine (Bridal Wreath) thrives with bright but indirect lighting. A bright North or East window is perfect,or any indirect light window. Also, try to provide some humidity as this plant will do better then although this is not critical for the plant s survival. The Madagascar jasmine … Contributed by amazon 18.11. 2007 11:59:13 (40062 readers) Match on Title and Article's text | |
Bismarkia nobilis - Bismark Fan Palm Plants / Other The Bismarck Fan Palm is another beautiful and desirable fan palm suitable for sub-tropical climates; although it can be grown as far north as Sarasota, Florida (freeze damage will occur, but the palm quickly recovers). Bismark Palms are native to Madagascar. Tolerates dought and frost. Is adaptable … Contributed by amazon 01.07. 2007 21:49:41 (19777 readers) Match on Article's text | |
Angraecoid Orchids Other / Books Species from the African Region | These so-called jewels of Africa with their sparkling flowers, distinctive growth habit and floriferous nature are much prized and this account, the first to include the angraecoid orchids of both Africa and Madagascar, is long awaited. It brings together, in a single … Contributed by amazon 01.04. 2007 19:10:07 (11912 readers) Match on Article's text | |
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Impatiens Other / Books The Vibrant World of Busy Lizzies, Balsams, and Touch-me-nots | Many gardeners know of Impatiens walleriana, the species that lies behind the myriad colorful garden varieties that brighten up containers, window boxes, and shady spots throughout the world. The genus Impatiens is enormous, comprising over … Contributed by amazon 04.12. 2007 12:06:46 (15161 readers) Match on Article's text | |
Cyperus alternifolia - Umbrella Plants Plants / Perennials Umbrella plant is a close cousin of the papyrus plant of ancient Egypt, which it resembles. Like papyrus, it also forms clumps in wet and boggy areas, although it will thrive in drier situations as well. Also like papyrus, all the leaves are arranged atop triangular stems. But while papyrus has 12 wiry … Contributed by amazon 08.06. 2007 06:50:19 (21332 readers) Match on Article's text | |
