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Lapageria rosea, also known as the national flower of Chile where it is called Copihue, are an attractive evergreen creeper that can be grown in full sun or semi-shade. They need regular watering and a liquid fertilizer every two weeks during spring and summer.

The long-lasting, waxen blooms are very heavy in texture and are most often bright watermelon red, though they can also be shades of white, pink, apricot, or dark red. The vines are laden with leathery, evergreen foliage and may reach heights of 10 feet or more, blooming profusely late summer through fall. It is recommended to keep the main stem pruned to about 4 feet for easier control and to prune back any branches that start to sprawl.

Best grown in USDA Zones 9-11. In cold regions, it is best to grow Lapageria rosea in a container and over winter in a cool greenhouse with a minimum temperature of 45F. These plants prefer bright shade and cool, moist conditions with rather rich and loamy soil.

These plants can produce up to 3 fruit stalks each year with an average of 10 to 12 sweet and tender fruits per stalk, known as 'cucumbers'. These fruits are high in Vitamin C and fiber and have antioxidant properties.

Herbaceous plant to 4 feet, sometimes woody at base; leaves ovate to oblong, thin to 4 inches long, petioles slender; racemes slender, loose, to 8 inches long. Flowers greenish to rosy; fruit bright red, 3/16 inch in diameter. It is unique in that it is covered with small white and pink flowers, orange and red berries, and red and green foliage at the same time. The berries are much loved by birds providing them with winter food, and it is also attractive to bees, and butterflies. Propagation: Take stem cuttings in spring. Sow seeds.

Barringtonia calyptrata is a species of mangrove. The fragrant white flowers are in long pendulous spikes and appear just prior to the new growth flush.

Rubus idaeus, commonly known as Tropical Raspberry, is a large shrub that can reach up to 5-10 feet tall. It is a deciduous plant and grows best in full sun but can tolerate semi-shade. It requires regular watering and is a great option for those looking to attract butterflies and hummingbirds to their garden.

This attractive shrub is known for its abundance of pink, white, and off-white flowers that bloom from late April to June, and its sweet and aromatic raspberries that ripen in mid-summer to fall. Its raspberries are dark red with a mild flavor, making them perfect for fresh eating, freezing, jams and jellies. The raspberries are usually thorny, however, some varieties are thornless.

Apart from its beauty, Tropical Raspberry is also known for its ethnomedical uses and medicinal properties. The fruit is high in vitamins and minerals, including Vitamin A, Vitamin B, Vitamin C, and Vitamin E, and may be used for calming coughs, colds and sore throats. It is also known for being a good source of dietary fiber, calcium, and iron. It can produce countless fruits in one season and is a great crop for gardens with cooler climates.

To ensure optimal fruit production, it is important that this shrub is fertilized when blooms begin, and that all fruited canes are cut down to ground level at the end of the season. With proper care, this plant can give your garden a beautiful and bountiful harvest year after year.

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.

They are epiphytic cactus, with flattened, leaf looking stems. Many hybrids are available around Christmas, sold as Christmas cactus. The original hybrids had cherry red flowers. Nowadays, many colors are available. They bloom when the day starts shortening. In order to get blossoms around Christmas, put them in a cool place where they will get at least 12 to 14 hours of darkness a day. Schlumbergera are epiphytic cacti and should be grown in containers. The soil should stay always moist, although they will need less water when not in bloom. Use a soil mix that is light and drains easily. They need bright indirect light. Species: buckleyi, exotica, kautskyi, microsphaerica, microsphaerica, opuntioides, orssichiana, reginae, russelliana, truncata and many cultivars.

You could call varieties with extended flowering period (like Schlumbergera × New Deal) a long-blooming holiday cactus or a Thanksgiving-to-Easter cactus, since it often flowers first around Thanksgiving and Christmas, then produces a second flush closer to Easter.

See Article about Schlumbergera.

The Manihot esculenta, commonly known as Cassava, is a large shrub that can grow 5-10 feet tall when fully mature. It is a hardy plant and can tolerate full sun or semi-shade, and only needs a moderate amount of water. It is known for its beautiful pink and white flowers, as well as its ornamental foliage. This plant is native to South America, and is grown in USDA Zones 9-11.

This plant has both ethnomedical and edible properties. Cassava roots, peels and leaves should not be consumed raw The tuberous root is edible. It is processed by first peeling the root, being sure to remove all of the purple outer layer, and then boiling in at least one change of water. The processed edible root can be used in a variety of dishes. It is also high in essential vitamins and minerals. The plant itself is poisonous and should be handled with caution.

In regions with cold climates, Cassava can be grown in a pot. It needs to be planted in a well-drained, sandy soil mix and should be watered regularly. The pot should also be placed in a warm and sunny area, in order to ensure proper growth.

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Woody, twinning, evergreen vine with dark, glossy, oval leaves. Clusters of flared, trumpet-shaped flowers. A handsome screen, container or hanging basket plant. Blooms year round. Low maintenance. Parts of plant are poisonous if ingested. See article about Mandevilla.

Ewergreen tree, pale grey bark, veined velvety leaves, strongly scented white flowers, decoction from fruit used for tattooing.

Like Gardenia thunbergia, this species has fragrant white blossoms and woody seed pods that remain on the branches. Gardenia thunbergia possibly often confused with Gardenia resiniflua, it may be distinguished from Gummy gardenia, by its much larger fruits.