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Phoradendron californicum is a leafless plant that attaches to host plants, often leguminous woody desert trees such as Cercidium and Prosopis.

The plants are dioecious with tiny, inconspicuous, yellowish flowers. The female plants produce numerous, spherical, translucent, white, pink, or red berries that are adored by fruit-eating birds.

Desert Mistletoe plants, but not the berries, contain phoratoxins which can easily lead to death. The white to reddish fruits are edible, but native tribes ate only the fruits of mistletoes growing on Prosopis, Olneya tesota or Acacia greggii.

Linaria maroccana, or Moroccan Toadflax, is a small perennial shrub native to Morocco that typically reaches a mature height of 2-5 feet tall. It prefers full sun or semi-shade and needs regularly watering or having its soil moist for best performance. It produces beautiful flowers that come in shades of pink, white and off-white, blue, lavender, purple, red, crimson, vinous, and yellow and orange.

Linaria maroccana is generally grown in USDA Zone 4-11, and can handle cold temperatures well, being mature plant cold hardy to at least 30s F for a short time. In colder regions, where temperatures can drop below Zone 9, this plant can be grown in a container and brought indoors in winter.

When grown in pots, Linaria maroccana prefers a soil that is fertile, well-drained, and slightly acidic. It should receive regular watering and a twice yearly application of a slow-release fertilizer. It can also be pruned back in the early spring or late fall to control its size and shape. The plant will also benefit from regular deadheading of spent flowers to ensure a continuous production of blooms throughout the growing season.

All Babianas are deciduous, either winter or summer growing. Most are winter growing. Like most other winter growing (or Mediterranean climate) irids, they start their growth cycle in autumn when the first rains fall.

The flowers are long lasting and brightly colored, and many are scented as a bonus.

Valerian is a medicinal herb that is often used to treat nervous disorders and improve sleep. It has a calming effect on the nervous system and is effective in treating conditions such as nervous unrest and neuralgic pains. Valerian is also helpful in reducing blood pressure and is used to treat menstrual cramps, irritable bowel syndrome, and hypertension.

Valerian is a small shrub that is native to Europe and northern Asia, reaching heights of two to five feet. It has white or off-white flowers that attract pollinators such as butterflies and hummingbirds. Valerian is easy to care for and can thrive in full sun to semi-shade with regular watering and fertile soil. It is somewhat drought resistant, but still requires regular watering, especially if grown in a pot. In colder regions, valerian should be brought indoors or adequately protected with mulch during the winter, as its tubers and roots are sensitive to freezing. Valerian can be propagated through seeds, root cuttings, or cuttings from young growth and can be grown in USDA zones 4 to 10. However, in areas with colder winters, it will need winter protection.

In conclusion, valerian is a versatile and attractive plant that has numerous medicinal benefits. It is easy to care for and can add beauty and therapeutic value to any garden.

Euphorbia obesa grows into a small shrub typically 2-5 feet in height with a tight, spherical shape. It produces a profusion of pink to yellowish stems and an explosion of flat, slightly cupped, toothless and papillae seeds, which gives Euphorbia obesa its famous "baseball" shape.

Euphorbia obesa is not particularly fussy about its growing conditions, but it prefers full sun and moderate water. When it experiences dry conditions and too little water, its resilience will kick-in and it will naturally scale back its water consumption and adjust accordingly.

In cold regions, potted Euphorbia obesa can be brought indoors during the winter period and kept warm. Euphorbia obesa is easy to grow in pots, as long as they are placed in warm and airy environments such as patios or conservatories. During the summer months, the Baseball Plant will attract plenty of attention due to its quirky shape and tolerate minimal watering. It is important to note, however, that its milky sap is highly irritating and care should be taken when handling!

Growing in USDA Zone 9-11, Euphorbia obesa is a unique, drought-tolerant and resilient evergreen succulent that may prove slightly challenging for experts, but overall it is easy to keep and maintain. The Baseball Plant is a statement piece for any garden, and far from the boring plants one might imagine.

Araucaria is a genus of coniferous trees. There are 19 species in the genus, with a highly disjunct distribution in New Caledonia (where 13 species are endemic), Norfolk Island, eastern Australia, New Guinea, Argentina, Chile, and southern Brazil.

Fossil evidence indicates that ancestral araucaria forests resembling the present-day Monkey Puzzle date back to the age of dinosaurs.

Some of the species are relatively common in cultivation because of their distinctive, formal symmetrical growth habit. Several species are economically important for timber production and the edible seeds.

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The genus includes a number of species grown for ornamental purposes, as food, and as pasture.

Large heads of golden-yellow trumpet flowers over a long period. Its a very attractive small tree or shrub. Spectacular heat-tolerant and highly pest resistant. Wonderful in containers to accent entry and patio, also in mass plantings.

Monos Plum (Pseudanamomis umbellulifera) is a large shrub or small tree native to Puerto Rico, where it is known as Ciruelas. It is a relative of Eugenias and is rare in plant collections. Monos Plum thrives in full sun or semi-shade and requires regular watering and moderate fertilization. In cold climates, it is best to use container-grown trees and protect them from temperatures below 30°F in a greenhouse. Optimal temperatures for fruit setting range from 75-85°F.

The Monos Plum is a bushy grower that can reach heights of 15 ft and widths of 15 ft. It can also be trained into a small tree. Its small white flowers grow in clusters and are followed by large (2-3 inches) fruit with thin golden skin and sweet, juicy, aromatic flesh. There is usually one seed about ½ inch in size within the fruit. They are a good source of vitamins and minerals, including Vitamin A, Vitamin C, and iron. Monos plums can be eaten raw or used in jams, jellies, and preserves.

This plant is relatively hardy and can tolerate some frost. Mature plants can survive temperatures in the 30sF for a few hours, while small plants must be protected. Monos Plum can grow in a variety of soil conditions, including sandy and alkaline soils, and has a moderate growth rate. It can also be grown in a container due to its relatively slow growth and compact, bushy shape. Monos Plum makes a beautiful garden specimen and is a rare and collectible fruit tree.