Semi-shade - Plant Encyclopedia Results

The tree is usually found in tidal river-banks and creeks with mud banks.

Flowers large (10cm diameter) with petals narrow and dark red, and many long white stamens that are pink at the base, forming a powder-puff shape. Flowers only open for one night and have an offensive smell. The fruit is large, about 4 cm across, green, leathery berries with a star-shaped base. When ripe, the fruits are eaten raw or cooked.

Pseudorhipsalis ramulosa (Red Rhipsalis) is a plant native to the Caribbean, with attractive ornamental foliage and clambored cordate stems. It can be grown as a groundcover or low-growing vine or creeper up to two feet in length. Red Rhipsalis prefer full sun and moderate water, but can also tolerate semi-shade and dry conditions. The mature plant is cold hardy at least to 30sF for a short time, so it can be grown in USDA Zones 9-11.

This unique species of cactus will bring a lively and vibrant atmosphere to any garden. The stems are arched then completely pendant and flat, turning a deep violet red in high light. These ribbon stems are also lined on both edges with tiny flowers followed by ornamental shell berries, making the plant even more attractive.

In colder or pot regions, plants can be grown near the house in a sheltered location, or inside a greenhouse or a cool conservatory. When growing Red Rhipsalis in pots, make sure to use a well drained soil and to water it moderately, as too much water can cause it to rot. Additionally, mulching the soil and pinching out the tips can help to encourage fuller growth. This plant requires minimal maintenance and will put up with a wide range of temperatures and conditions, making it an ideal choice for a low-maintenance, ornamental garden.

The cultivar, Begonia boliviensis 'Bonfire' is widely available commercially and can be used in containers, in hanging baskets and as a landscape plant.

This sought after "Golden Sweet Potato Vine" is a landscaper's dream. Gorgeous golden/purple foliage is easy to grow and will bring vibrant color and life to your container or garden edges. Full sun, grows to 6" in container, trailing in habit. Ipomoea batatas is easily propagated by stem cuttings and by division of the tubers.

See Article about this plant: Ipomoea batatas - Sweet Potatoes, healthy food for every kitchen.

Christmas senna is a small shrub native to Tropical America. Demonstrating one of its hardiest characteristics, the plant typically grows 2-5 feet tall, with evergreen foliage and an abundance of yellow, orange flowers. Though Christmas senna can tolerate full sun, it prefers semi-shade, and will most likely experience full flowering potential when planted in dappled to full shade, with regular to moderate water. Though the plant can not tolerate cold, it does still perform in colder climates as long as it is kept in a pot, providing the roots are kept warm.

Christmas senna is often referred to as one of the most beautiful flowering plants. As such, it's an ideal choice for attracting hummingbirds and butterflies as they flock towards the bright and vibrant colors of its blooms. But, if you want to enjoy the beauty of this species, frequent pruning and pinching of the young shoots are necessary during the growing season to encourage branching and ensure a successful bloom. And, while larger specimens may require staking to keep them upright, the effort put into tending to Christmas senna is truly worth it. The tall and brightly colored blooms of this delicate flower will transform any outdoor space into one of tranquility and beauty.

Christmas senna is best grown in USDA Zones 9-11, and as long as you satisfy its needs for semi-shade, regular to moderate water, and warmth in colder climates, you can enjoy its beautiful, yellow and orange blooms for years to come.

A slow-growing, small tree with very large heads of red flowers which hang beneath the foliage. The leaflets are aristate, having an elongated apex. Young leaves are mottled pale pink and greenish white, turning pinkish brown and finally uniformly green as they mature. The pods are velvety, and propagation is from seeds. Brownea grandiceps is recognisable from its long pinnate leaves with 12-18 pairs of leaflets and the pendulous bunches of young leaves are pale green, splashed and mottled in a reddish brown. The spotted handkerchieves are impressive enough, but the inflorescences are even more of a sight - dense, salmon-pink balls of 20 cm or more across.

Related species:Brownea ariza, Brownea capitella.

Bilberries are found in very acidic, nutrient-poor soils throughout the temperate and subarctic regions of the world.

The fruit is smaller than that of the Blueberry but with a fuller taste.

The fruits can be eaten fresh or made into jams, juices or pies. In folk medicine, bilberry leaves were used to treat gastrointestinal ailments, applied topically, or made into infusions. In European herbal medicine, bilberry fruit preparations are now used to enhance poor micro-circulation, including eye conditions such as night-blindness and diabetic retinopathy. The leaves have been used as a tea substitute.

Clematis tangutica, commonly known as Golden Clematis, is a deciduous climbing vine in the Ranunculaceae family native to Central Asia. It produces slender, twining stems that can reach 10 to 15 ft in length, with finely divided, light green leaves that give the plant a delicate texture. The flowers are nodding and bell-shaped, typically bright yellow, appearing from summer into early fall. They are followed by ornamental, silky seed heads that persist and add visual interest after flowering.

This species prefers full sun to partial shade and well-drained soil with moderate moisture. Growth rate is fast under favorable conditions. Cold tolerance is high, with reliable performance in USDA Zones 4 to 9. Clematis tangutica is suitable for trellises, fences, and arbors, and can also be grown in large containers with support.

Free branching spreading small shrub with bluish mauve flowers with white eye. Leaves are very fragrant resembling pine scent. Everbloomer. Prefers acid soil.

Parrotlily is a small, evergreen to sparsely deciduous shrub, usually 2-5 ft tall and 3-4 ft wide. A woody perennial that is grown commercially as a root ball plant and is known for its bright unusual color and as a long blooming perennials. Parrotlily loves regular water, when established tolerates more moderate water. In cold regions, grow parrotlily in a pot and bring it in during winter months to prevent it from freezing. It should be grown in USDA Zones 7 -10 and is mature cold hardy in temperatures at least to the lower 30s F for a short time.

Parrotlily is attractive to bees and butterflies and hummingbirds, making it an ideal plant to attract pollinators to the garden. The unusual color and long blooming season of these flowers make them popular in cut flower arrangements. Plantings of parrotlily in mass can be quite striking.

When growing in containers, as houseplants, or in colder climates, make sure to provide containers that are 18 to 24 inches in diameter with adequate drainage. The parrotlily prefers slightly acidic, fertile soil and full sun. Keep the soil evenly moist and water the plant from above to prevent water from getting into the center of the plant and rotting the root system. Keep the soil temperature warm, but not hot. Add a layer of mulch to help keep the soil moist and regulate temperature during the colder months. Fertilize parrotlilies, depending on the soil pH, once or twice a year with a slow- release granular fertilizer. Prune any dead or damaged branches anytime and always deadhead spent flowers to encourage new blooms.