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Xanthorrhoea australis - seeds Click to see full-size image


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3970 Xanthorrhoea australis - seeds

Large shrub 5-10 ftFull sunModerate waterDry conditionsOrnamental foliageSubtropical, cold hardy at least to 30s F for a short time

Grass Tree. Commonly called Grass Trees, Xanthorrhoea plants are also known as Balga Grass to the Australian aborigines, which is their word for black boy. The Aborigines probably called these plants balga because after a wild fire, the bottom leaves burn away revealing a singed black trunk with long green reed-like leaves extending from the top of the trunk giving the appearance of black figures. All species of Xanthorrhoea are very slow growing, but they are also very long lived - up to 600 years! Long straight spears of white blossoms extend from the top of the tree especially in the year following wild fires. The flowering spikes of the grass tree were soaked in water to make a sweet drink, fresh or slightly fermented. The soft bases of the young leaves were eaten. Europeans harvested the gum to make varnishes and lacquers. Can be grown very successfully in pots.
Place seeds on top of soil surface, using draining potting mix plus sand, keep warm, only slightly moist and in bright light. Seeds can not be kept wet.
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RECOMMENDED SUPPLIES:
Seed Germination Mix #3, professional grade
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Myco Mix - pro-mix with Mycorrhiza
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Xanthosoma albo-marginata - Mickey Mouse Taro Click to see full-size image

6456 Xanthosoma albo-marginata - Mickey Mouse Taro

Semi-shade

Mickey Mouse Taro, Mighty Mouse. This curious variety of elephant ear is a must for every rare plant collection> Unusually variegated Aroid, it has irregularly margined leaves which when first opening, its edges are a cream yellow, later turning white, and often swirled. A show stopper! This plant is thought to be a mutation of a species. Most think it is a form of atrovirens or even a possible hybrid. The leaves are never identical most are streaked with large blotches of white on dark blue green leaves. One of the most odd features of the plant is the fact that most leaves will develop a small cup like pocket at the leaf tip and sometimes a small string like structure will form. Plants usually grow with leaves held horizontally. It is always a conversation piece in the garden. Mighty Mouse can reach 3-4 ft at full maturity making it a wonderful addition to your jungle. Plants produce tubers and can be wintered in either in a greenhouse or cool storage.
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SUNSHINE Robusta - Rapid Growth Booster
Tropical Allure - Smart-Release Booster
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Grown in 10"/3 gal pot

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Xanthosoma violaceum - Black Malanga, Blue Taro Click to see full-size image

2650 Xanthosoma violaceum - Black Malanga, Blue Taro

Small shrub 2-5 ftFull sunSemi-shadeRegular waterOrnamental foliageEthnomedical plant. Plants marked as ethnomedical and/or described as medicinal, are not offered as medicine but rather as ornamentals or plant collectibles. Ethnomedical statements / products have not been evaluated by the FDA and are not intended to diagnose, treat, cure, or prevent any disease. We urge all customers to consult a physician before using any supplements, herbals or medicines advertised here or elsewhere.Edible

Black Malanga, Blue Taro. Huge leaves of dusty purple dangle from maroon-stemmed plants! The most spectacular Elephant's Ear. At 5-6 feet high and wide it's perfect in pots, spreading its graceful foliage over the border; or standing in solitary splendor in partly-shaded gardens. Survives hard freeze, goes dormant in cold winter.
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SUNSHINE Robusta - Rapid Growth Booster
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Grown in 6"/ 1 gal pot

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Xanthostemon chrysanthus Yellow Click to see full-size image

1396 Xanthostemon chrysanthus Yellow

Large shrub 5-10 ftSmall tree 10-20 ftFull sunRegular waterModerate waterYellow/orange flowersFragrantAttracts butterflies, hummingbirdsSubtropical, cold hardy at least to 30s F for a short time

Golden Penda - outstanding small tree with golden flowers that have sweet fragrance! Blooming size. Very rare and difficult to propagate species.
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Grown in 4-6" pot, small plant

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Xylotheca kraussiana - seeds Click to see full-size image

2833 Xylotheca kraussiana - seeds

Large shrub 5-10 ftFull sunRegular waterWhite/off-white flowers

African shrub or small multi-stemmed tree growing in the sandveld and widely distributed throughout the eastern parts of Southern Africa. Flowers are white with a dense central cluster of yellow anthers and resembling a small white rose. The pulp around the seeds is relished by birds.
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RECOMMENDED SUPPLIES:
Seed Germination Mix #3, professional grade
SUNSHINE-S - Seeds and cuttings booster
Myco Mix - pro-mix with Mycorrhiza
SUNSHINE Bombino - Young Plant Booster
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Per pack: 6 seeds

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