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Carica papaya |
Papaya - Native to the tropical regions of Central and South America. Mexico was one of the first countries to cultivate it. It has been historically trace back by archaeologists to the times when Mesoamerica existed. Since then Venezuela, Cuba, Puerto Rico, and the Dominican Republic have relied on its exportation for revenue. Interestingly, Vietnam has reported a new variant. Its introduction to China has caused its increase in popularity.
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Clivia miniata 'Yellow' |
Yellow Clivia - Clivia miniata 'San Marcos Yellow' (Select Yellow Clivia) - The unique yellow-blooming Clivia typically commences flowering in mid to late winter and continues through early spring. After flowering, plants can produce showy fruit which like the flowers are yellow. Very tough evergreen plant that is best suited to a dry shaded location in a fairly frost free garden but it will tolerate situations with regular irrigation as well as winter temperatures into the low 20F's. |
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Clivia Miniata - Victorian Peach |
Clivia - Victorian Peach - We are please to offer you one of the finest varieties of clivia available today. Considered by many collectors to be among the finest peach colors to date, the Victorian Peach strain has a spectrum of colors ranging from dark to light peach. This is a spectacular plant with large, spectacular blossoms on strong stems that display well above the sword-like foliage in early spring, this is an outstanding clivia destined to be one of the best. |
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Clivia Minita-Yellow |
Clivia-Yellow - We are please to offer you one of the finest varieties of clivia available today. Considered by many collectors to be among the finest Yello colors to date, the Solomone Yellow strain has a spectrum of yellow ranging from dark to light yellow. |
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Cordyline spp. |
Cordyline - The Cordyline genus is comprised into 15 species. Native to New Guinea and Eastern Australia. One of the more famous of the Cordylines is the "Red Star", also known amongst botanists as Cordyline australis. Currently, in some Pacific Islands, the starchy components of the leaves are used in popular local dishes. Many of the Hawaiian Islands contain all 15 species dispersed throughout jungles.
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Dracaena draco |
Dragon Tree - Dracaena draco, also known as the dragon tree, is a vulnerable plant endemic to the arid, rocky mountain ranges of the Canary Islands, Madeira, and Cape Verde. Though the dragon tree is commonly cultivated as a houseplant and garden specimen, there are very few naturally-occurring individuals remaining in its narrow ecological range. The dark red sap of Dracaena draco was regarded for centuries in European legends as “the blood of dragons”, and was often used for its supposed magical and medicinal qualities. This resin is still used today to produce incense and varnishes used to stain and polish wood. |
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Dracaena massangeana |
Variegated Corn Plant - The Variegated Corn Plant is native to Hawaii. An excellent plant for indoor decor. Their currently exist two variants in the US, one being from Florida and the other from Hawaii. In its natural habitat, the specimen grows in incredible rates. The increase in apical growth is due to the volcanic composition the roots thrive on. The robust foliage can be attain with an adequate fertilizer composition of nitrogen, potassium, and phosphorus.
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Ensete ventricosum |
Red Banana - Ensete ventricosum 'Maurelii' is a native to Ethiopia and is popular due to its red color on the trunk, stems, and underside of leaves. This Banana is strickly ornamental meaning use it for its looks not for the fruit, great for creating a quick tropical look. 'Maurelii' can reach 15-20' tall in warmer climates. In cooler climates the growing season will not be long enough to reach that size and this plant will need protection in the winter at temperatures below 20°F, making it a good choice for a container plant. This variety was named after J. Maurel who brought the plant to the attention of French Authorities in Ethiopia |
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Heliconia rostrata |
False Bird of Paradise - Known throughout the Caribbean and the tropical jungles of South America as the False Bird of Paradise. "False" for its distinctive characteristics. Botanists first identified this specimen in Costa Rica. As more and more subspecies were found throughout various tropical jungles, they were astonish by the wide array of color variations. It is suggested by botanists that over 200 subspecies exist. Truly an exotic beauty. Currently, the yellow and red varieties are the most accessible colors in the US.
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Mangifera altissima |
Filipino Mango - Native to Manila, Philippines. During the early 1900s, many Filipino merchants exported large quantities of their delicious mango to Indonesia and the Solomon Islands. In doing so, the mango tree quickly established acclimations to the tropical and subtropical climates. Its popularity quickly spread throughout the southern peninsula of Asia. Fortunately, regions in California with near subtropical climate, such as Orange County, possess the potential to harvest this exotic mango.
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Mangifera casturi |
Kalimantan Mango - Endemic to the tropical regions of Indonesia. Emigration to the northern regions of Southern Asia introduced this delicious mango to other countries during the early 1800s. With the early migrants, seeds were sold and grown in India and Southeast Asian countries. The Kalimantan Mango is notable for its leathery yellow peal and creamy core. In India, the leaves from the tree were often fed to the cattle for its rich source of fiber.
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Mangifera foetida |
Horse Mango - Native to the beautiful country of Thailand. Currently, high exportation is sent to Singapore and Vietnam. Locals use it for making juices and ice cream. Many popular cafes in Bangkok, Thailand often sell milkshakes and desserts with this fibrous and hairless mango. Often eaten unripe for its crunchy core. Therefore, beloved by many many many Thai people in Southern California.
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Mangifera sylvatica |
Nepali Mango - Native to Nepal. Local custom is to eat the mango dried and during its unripe period. Families in Nepal often make beautiful baskets for wedding gifts. Local trade has introduce this mango variety to Cambodia and Myanmar. A popular supplement of vitamins and antioxidants for health conscious individuals in this particular sector of the world. Nutritionists also have found the Nepali Mango as an excellent source of 2 enzymes: lactase and magneferin. As for its growing properties in California, it grows best in Southern California, in particular districts along the Coast.
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Mangifera zeylanica |
Sri Lankan Mango - A extremely sweet and fleshy mango. A renown mango for its extreme flavor. Native to Sri Lanka. As an endemic fruit to Sri Lanka, it tends to have a unique carbohydrate balance. Ripens very quickly. Geneticists attribute its quick ripening to its accelerated oxidation. Nevertheless, superior for making juices. A perfect selection for owners with a sweet-tooth. When opened by pealing, the texture dissociates in a clumping fashion. Its pulpy nature makes an interesting frozen ice cream.
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Michelia Champaca Alba |
Champaca - Excellent ornamental tree that displays an abundance of extremely fragrant yellow flowers over a long season. Matures to a bold, broad form. Terrific specimen for yard or garden. Evergreen. Full sun. Slow grower to 25 to 30 feet tall and wide. Cutting grown. |
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Nepenthes 'Miranda' |
Pitcher Plant - Carnivorous and Insectivorous hanging plant. Makes an excellent interior or exterior, shaded, plant. |
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Phormium spp. |
New Zealand flax - Native to New Zealand. Flax originate from a large genus that encompasses many different variations in leaf length, color variation, and medicinal properties. Supposedly, some locals still boil the roots to produce an extract that is then applied as a topical agent on bacterial abscesses, atopic dermatitis, and squamous cell tumors. Because of the unique properties of the leaf fibers, New Zealand locals extract byproducts for producing natural herbal medications. Also, indigenous people from Maori would synthesize sweet products from the flowers of this specimen. Many herbalist travel throughout New Zealand and surrounding islands, such as Norfolk Island, for Phormium varieties. A wide array of color variations and hybrids can be found in different temperature regions.
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Psidium amplexicaule |
Mountain Guava - Mountain Guava is adored for its greenish-white core. A specie resistant to fungal diseases and adaptable to various soil types. Prefers a moist soil. Native to the warm tropics of Jamaica. In Jamaica, it can be found growing at higher elevations and closer to the coastal regions. Its high resistance to humid and warm temperatures make it highly adaptable to the spring and summer in California.
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Psidium friedrichsthalium |
Costa Rican Guava - Native to multiple countries along the Central American horizontal axis, especially Costa Rica and the northern regions of Colombia. Since its introduction to the Panama Canal trade period, this guava became dispersed in multiple Central and South American countries. In Oaxaca, Mexico, locals use this in their popular guava ice cream bars. Grows exceptionally well in the Philippines and Guatemala. With decades of acclimation to the California climate, this specimen has adopted high resistance to the temperature changes and types of pests on the West Coast. Grows very well in all districts in Southern California.
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Psidium guajava |
Apple Guava - Native to the country of Brazil. In Brazil, guavas are often called "goiaba." As an evergreen, many locals utilize the miniature tree as tropical accent in the patio. Farmers, on the other hand, grow endless fields for the delicious pear-shaped fruit. This particular guava contains a greenish-yellow color. Many Brazilian locals rely on the high amounts of vitamin A, B, and C for their balance diet. According to nutritionists, guavas have been found to have greater concentrations of vitamin C than plants in the Citrus genus.
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