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• 😀 Halloween is creeping in, and it's time to treat your garden to some tropical magic! No tricks - just bold, exotic beauties ready to boo-st your outdoor space. Our plants have flourished all summer, growing large and vibrant, and are now ready to keep your garden bursting with life year-round.
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📸 Clinacanthus nutans - Snake plant 🐍

Celebrate Halloween with this exotic Thai plant that marries beauty and folklore!
Its striking blooms resemble the open mouths of snakes, adding a mysterious allure to your garden. Traditionally used in Thailand for snake bite relief, this captivating specimen not only enhances your space but also sparks conversation among guests. Don't miss the chance to impress with this enchanting plant during the spooky season!

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🌷 Did you know that Tea has Camellia flowers?

• 🍃 Camellia sinensis - the Tea Leaf Tree - is used to make all true teas: green, black, white, and oolong.

🌱 Tea facts:

• · Tea is the world’s second most consumed drink, after water.
• · Green tea is packed with antioxidants that protect your cells.
• · Drinking tea boosts immunity, fights infections, and promotes oral health.
• · Regular tea drinking supports bone health, aids weight loss, and lowers heart disease risk.
• · Tea contains caffeine for focus and L-theanine to reduce stress.

🍃 The plant grows slowly and can thrive in containers or frost-free gardens with sun to semi-shade.

📚Learn more from previous posts:
How to grow your own tea?
Where does the tea come from?

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❓ What is Curry made of? 🍛

• 🌿 Murraya koenigii - Curry Leaf - is the Flavor Powerhouse!
• 🌿 Curry leaf, also known as curry patta, is a beloved ingredient in Indian kitchens, prized for its aromatic, oil-rich leaves.
• 🌿 These tiny green leaves bring a burst of flavor to dishes, often used fresh or quickly fried in butter or oil to unlock their full potential. In some recipes, they are toasted or oven-dried just before use for an extra punch.
• 🌿 Traditionally, curry leaves are enjoyed by diabetics in southern India for their health benefits.
• 🌿 The plant also graces you with small, fragrant white flowers, followed by showy purple fruit - making it as delightful to the nose as it is to the taste buds!

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✨ Why should you grow Chinese keys ginger in your garden?

• 🟡If you're looking for a plant that offers both culinary versatility and health benefits, Boesenbergia rotunda, or Chinese Keys Ginger, or Fingerroot, is a fantastic choice.
• 🟡This Southeast Asian herb is known not just for its ability to spice up soups and seafood dishes, but also for its role in traditional medicine. From aiding digestion to boosting vitality and longevity, this plant brings more than just flavor to the table.
• 🟡Whether you're a foodie exploring new tastes or someone seeking natural wellness solutions, this unique ginger might just be the perfect addition to your garden and kitchen!

📚 Learn also from previous post:
Most interesting edible gingers

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😼 10 Health Benefits of Canistel Fruit

Pouteria campechiana, Canistel Tree, or Eggfruit, is very popular heart-shaped fruit in the tropics and subtropics. In addition to its excellent taste of an eggnog, it is also a very useful plant.

• 💛 Heart Health: Rich in potassium, helping regulate blood pressure.
• 💛 Lowers Diabetes Risk: Contains niacin, which improves blood sugar control.
• 💛 Eye Health: High in beta-carotene, reducing the risk of cataracts.
• 💛 Relieves Arthritis: Niacin improves joint mobility and reduces inflammation.
• 💛 Cancer Prevention: Packed with antioxidants like vitamins A, C, and beta-carotene.
• 💛 Boosts Immunity: Vitamin C strengthens the immune system.
• 💛 Aids Digestion: High fiber supports bowel regularity.
• 💛 Prevents Anemia: Iron promotes hemoglobin production.
• 💛 Strengthens Bones: Calcium and phosphorus enhance bone health.
• 💛 Improves Brain Health: Iron supports oxygen flow, lowering Alzheimer's risk.

📚 Learn more about Canistel Egg Fruit
Pouteria campechiana - Canistel, the curious heart-shaped Egg Super-Fruit

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😼 Top 10 fruit you'll ever need for your health benefits:
#10 Loquat 🍑

• 🟡Loquat are very popular and are eaten fresh or used in making jams, jellies, pies, and fruit salads.
• 🟡Loquat is rich in vitamin A, supporting eye health. It contains antioxidants that help fight inflammation and reduce the risk of chronic diseases.
• 🟡The fiber in loquats aids digestion and helps maintain healthy blood sugar levels.

📚 More about Nescafe from previous posts:

• 💋Loquat Liquor recipe
• 💋Top 10 fast-fruiting trees:#5. Loquat (Eriobotrya japonica)
• 💋Golden Loquat – the Symbol of Prosperity, and it tastes like apricots

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😼 Top 10 fruit you'll ever need for your health benefits:
#9 Nescafe 🫘

• 🟡Nescafe - Mucuna pruriens - is used in herbal supplements or ground into powder for teas and health drinks.
• 🟡It is known for its potential to boost dopamine levels, improving mood and reducing stress.
• 🟡It supports cognitive function, muscle growth and increases energy levels.

📚 More about Nescafe from previous posts:

• 💋How to make Nescafe from Mucuna beans
• 💋What is Nescafe Coffee made from?

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😼 Top 10 fruit you'll ever need for your health benefits:
#8 Loilita (Surinam) Cherry 🍒

• 🟡Surinam cherry is rich in vitamin C, boosting the immune system and skin health.
• 🟡Its antioxidants reduce inflammation and protect against free radical damage.
• 🟡It contains fiber, which supports healthy digestion.
• 🟡Surinam cherries are used in jams, sauces, and desserts or eaten fresh.

Variety Lolita has dark, almost black fruit that is large, super sweet, and has no aftertaste unlike regular red fruit variety.

📚 More about Surinam Cherry from previous posts:

• 💋Who is that Sweet Black Lolita from Surinam?
• 💋Top 10 fast-fruiting trees: #3. Eugenias - Tropical Cherries
• 💋How to make a jam with Surinam Cherry

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😼 Top 10 fruit you'll ever need for your health benefits:
#7 Tamarind 🥜

• 🟡Tamarind is a common ingredient in sauces, chutneys, and beverages.
• 🟡Rich in antioxidants, it protects the liver and reduces inflammation.
• 🟡It contains natural compounds that help lower cholesterol and improve heart health. 🟡Tamarind has a mild laxative effect, aiding digestion and relieving constipation.

📚 More about Tamarind from previous posts:

• 💋Tamarind has not only tasty fruit but also pretty flowers?
• 💋Tamarind Chutney Recipe
• 💋How productive is Tamarind

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😼 Top 10 fruit you'll ever need for your health benefits:
#6 Dragon fruit 🐲 🌵

• 🟡Dragon fruit is often used in smoothies, fruit salads, and refreshing drinks.
• 🟡It is high in fiber, aiding digestion and promoting gut health.
• 🟡Low in calories and packed with nutrients, it's great for weight management.

📚 More about Dragon fruit from previous posts:

• 💋Do red, white and yellow Dragon fruit taste differently?
• 💋What does a dragon taste like and why you need to grow your own.
• 💋What to do with a Dragon Fruit and how to make Dragon Fruit Smoothie

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