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Acmella oleracea - Toothache Plant, Botox Plant

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5385 Acmella oleracea - Toothache Plant, Botox Plant

Groundcover and low-growing 2ft Small shrub 2-5 ft Full sun Semi-shade Regular water Yellow/orange flowers Edible Subtropical, cold hardy at least to 30s F for a short time

Toothache Plant is a medicinal herb that has been used for generations to manage the pain of toothaches. Both the leaves and the attractive golden flowers can be used as a natural anesthetic. Simply chew the leaves or flowers for a few seconds then you will experience a tingling and numbing sensation in your mouth. Cooked leaves lose their strong flavor and may be used as leafy greens. Both fresh and cooked leaves are used in dishes such as stews in northern Brazil. Flavor is described as having an odor of citrus, herbal, tropical or musty odor, and its taste can be pungent, cooling, tingling, numbing, or effervescent. Acmella Oleracea extract is considered a natural alternative to Botox. Applied topically, Acmella Oleracea reportedly reduces muscle tension, reducing facial wrinkles caused by tense or contracted facial muscles.
The plant is a small, erect, it grows quickly and bears gold and red inflorescences. It is frost-sensitive but perennial in warmer climates. Can be grown in a container and as a houseplant.
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Aframomum mildbraedii - African Cardamom

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5912 Aframomum mildbraedii - African Cardamom

Small shrub 2-5 ft Semi-shade Pink flowers White/off-white flowers Yellow/orange flowers Spice or herb

African Cardamom. Seeds are similar in flavor to cardamom. Native to tropical rain forest of Africa. Red pods are carried just above the ground. Plants reach 5 to 6 ft. tall but can form pods when smaller. Seems to grow well in containers. Full sun to medium shade. Still rare in the US.
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Aloysia virgata - Almond Bush

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3492 Aloysia virgata - Almond Bush

Large shrub 5-10 ft Full sun Semi-shade Moderate water White/off-white flowers Fragrant Attracts butterflies, hummingbirds Subtropical, cold hardy at least to 30s F for a short time

Almond Bush, White flowers have strong almond scent.
Slender, densely branched deciduous shrub, 3 to 10 feet tall, 8 feet in spread. Fragrant foliage. White to yellow flowers appear in spring to fall with strong almond scent. attractive to butterflies and bees. This is a honey plant. Low water use, drought tolerant.
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Alpinia galanga - Galangal, Thai Ginger

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5685 Alpinia galanga - Galangal, Thai Ginger

Small shrub 2-5 ft Full sun Shade Semi-shade Regular water White/off-white flowers Fragrant Spice or herb Subtropical, cold hardy at least to 30s F for a short time

Galanga Root, Galangal, Thai ginger, Laos. Galanga is an herb used in cooking, especially in Indonesian and Thai cuisines. It has long narrow leaves and reddish-white flowers. The rhizomes, known as galangal, are valued for their spicy flavor and aromatic scent. These are used throughout Asia in curries and perfumes, and were previously used widely in Europe. They are also used as an herbal remedy.
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Areca catechu - Betel Nut

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3766 Areca catechu - Betel Nut

Big tree > 20 ft Full sun Regular water Moderate water Palm or palm-like Edible

Betel Nut, Bunga, Pinang. This variety is reported to be semi-dwarf and can be grown in a large container.
This palm is the basis of a large industry in SE Asia, where the seed is chewed for its intoxicating properties, as well as its supposedly beneficial side effects, such as aiding digestion, and controlling internal parasites and dysentery.
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Azadirachta indica - Neem Tree

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2029 Azadirachta indica - Neem Tree

Big tree > 20 ft Full sun Semi-shade Moderate water Fragrant Attracts butterflies, hummingbirds Edible Subtropical, cold hardy at least to 30s F for a short time Seaside, salt tolerant plant

Neem tree - used cosmetically and medicinally by many cultures for centuries, also offers an environmentally safe alternative to synthetic pesticides.
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Banisteriopsis caapi - Ayahuasca

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5027 Banisteriopsis caapi - Ayahuasca

Vine or creeper Full sun Shade Semi-shade Regular water Pink flowers White/off-white flowers Subtropical, cold hardy at least to 30s F for a short time

Ayahuasca, Caapi, Yaje.
This jungle vine is used, along with the other primary ingredient the Psychotria viridis plant, to prepare Ayahuasca, a decoction with a long history of entheogenic uses as a medicine and "plant teacher" among the indigenous peoples of the Amazon Rainforest. It contains alkaloids, present in all parts of the plant.
The name Ayahuasca means "vine of the soul" in Quechuan, and the shamans of the indigenous western Amazonian tribes use the plant in religious and healing ceremonies. In addition to its hallucinogenic properties, caapi is used for its healing properties as a purgative, effectively cleansing the body of parasites and helping the digestive tract.
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Cajanus cajan - Pigeon Pea

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3928 Cajanus cajan - Pigeon Pea

Large shrub 5-10 ft Full sun Semi-shade Regular water Moderate water Red/crimson/vinous flowers Yellow/orange flowers Attracts butterflies, hummingbirds Edible

Pigeon Pea. Popular food in developing tropical countries. Nutritious and wholesome, the green seeds (and pods) serve as vegetable. Pigeon Pea is hardy, widely adaptable, and more tolerant of drought and high temperatures than most other crops.
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Callisia fragrans - Golden Tendril

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3929 Callisia fragrans - Golden Tendril

Groundcover and low-growing 2ft Small shrub 2-5 ft Shade Semi-shade Moderate water White/off-white flowers Fragrant Subtropical, cold hardy at least to 30s F for a short time

Russian Holistic Medicinal Plant. Callisia fragrans is a low growing plant that has waxy leaves that have a slight purplish color underneath, reminding maize with alternating placement on its stem. Green leaves that will turn purplish at the edges when placed in strong light. It has small, white fragrant flowers arranged in clusters of three. This is a good groundcover for mild, moderately dry climates, as well as a nice container or hanging basket plant. With a good care Callissia fragrans can reach more than 3 feet high as an indoor plant. In this case you need to make a support to it that the plant wouldn't broken under its own weight.
It is not only a decoration plant, it has wide medicinal use in Europe and Russia. Active biological substances that are in Callissia fragrans can struggle with any types of infections, stimulate metabolic processes, strengthen immunity and circulatory system, has positive influence on growths. Substances from steroid group contained in Callissia fragrans give it these wonderful possibilities.
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Camellia sinensis - Tea (small leaf)

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4948 Camellia sinensis - Tea (small leaf)

Large shrub 5-10 ft Small tree 10-20 ft Full sun Regular water White/off-white flowers Ornamental foliage Edible Subtropical, cold hardy at least to 30s F for a short time

Tea plant. Yes, tea comes from a camellia! The small leaf variety of Camellia sinensisa, thrives in the cool, high mountain regions. Small evergreen tree, usually pruned back to shrubs in cultivation. Interesting white flowers with golden stamens in fall and winter. Tea is the second most commonly drank liquid on earth after water. It has numerous medicinal benefits mainly due to its antibacterial and antioxidant properties.

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Camellia sinensis var Rosea - Tea (Red leaf)

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4949 Camellia sinensis var Rosea - Tea (Red leaf)

Large shrub 5-10 ft Small tree 10-20 ft Full sun Regular water White/off-white flowers Ornamental foliage Edible Subtropical, cold hardy at least to 30s F for a short time

Tea plant. Yes, tea comes from a camellia! The small red leaf variety, known as Camellia sinensis rosea, has pale pink flowers and burgundy new growth extending to the roots. Small evergreen tree, usually pruned back to shrubs in cultivation. Tea is the second most commonly drank liquid on earth after water. It has numerous medicinal benefits mainly due to its antibacterial and antioxidant properties.

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Canella winterana - Winter Cinnamon

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3746 Canella winterana - Winter Cinnamon

Large shrub 5-10 ft Small tree 10-20 ft Full sun Regular water Ornamental foliage Fragrant Spice or herb Subtropical, cold hardy at least to 30s F for a short time Seaside, salt tolerant plant

Winter Cinnamon, Wild Cinnamon. It is a salt tolerant large evergreen shrub or small tree native of Florida and tropical America. Purple and white showy flowers cover the tree in summer and fall followed by bright red berries clustered near the tips of branches. Leaves are very aromatic.
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Capsicum frutescens - Wiri Wiri Pepper

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4763 Capsicum frutescens - Wiri Wiri Pepper

Small shrub 2-5 ft Full sun Semi-shade Regular water White/off-white flowers Spice or herb Edible Subtropical, cold hardy at least to 30s F for a short time

Wiri Wiri Pepper. A variety from Guyana, the Wiri Wiri pepper is the illustrious gem; hard sought and rarely found. This plant produces good yields of small 1/2" berry shaped hot peppers. Peppers grow upright, are very hot, and turn from green, to orange, to red when mature.
What makes it so much different than any other hot pepper grown in the garden or bought at the store?
Hot? Yes, it is important that hot peppers are, but the people who really know, know that it is not just about heat, it is about flavor! And that is exactly what makes this little red gem so special. Guyanese dinners will only take one of those meals for you to never forget! The secret of their food is the flavor, and one of the cornerstone ingredients in many of their dishes is the Wiri pepper. The Guyanese population claim that it is not just a key ingredient to their diet, but also to why they are so good looking, live so long, and have such great skin.
This plant does not take shipping well. After shipping it may drop leaves, recovers under proper care. Shipped on customers risk. We guarantee healthy plant to be shipped, but no replacements or refunds. We provide the best packaging. You may contact us for express shipping.

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Cinnamomum aromaticum - Cassia Cinnamon

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3902 Cinnamomum aromaticum - Cassia Cinnamon

Large shrub 5-10 ft Small tree 10-20 ft Full sun Regular water Ornamental foliage Fragrant Spice or herb Edible Subtropical, cold hardy at least to 30s F for a short time

Cassia cinnamon, Chinese cinnamon. This variety of cinnamon has elongated leaves which are highly aromatic as much as bark that is used for commercial cinnamon. Leaves are used as tea. Cinnamon is a very popular culinary spice and is also used in candy, gum, incense, toothpaste and perfumes. The oil is used in medicine as a carminative, antiseptic and astringent and source of cinnamon extract. Cold hardy plant to upper 20's F.
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Cinnamomum zeylanicum (Cinnamomum verum)

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1048 Cinnamomum zeylanicum (Cinnamomum verum)

Large shrub 5-10 ft Small tree 10-20 ft Full sun Regular water Ornamental foliage Fragrant Spice or herb Edible Flood tolerant

Cinnamon is a very popular culinary spice and is also used in candy, gum, incense, toothpaste and perfumes. The oil is used in medicine as a carminative, antiseptic and astringent and source of cinnamon extract. Leaves are very fragrant and used as tea.
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Clinacanthus nutans - Snake plant, Phaya-Yor

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5630 Clinacanthus nutans - Snake plant, Phaya-Yor

Large shrub 5-10 ft Full sun Moderate water Red/crimson/vinous flowers

Clinacanthus nutans, or Phaya-Yor in Thai, has been traditionally used in Thailand for the treatment of Herpes infections. In addition this herb also exhibits an excellent and rapid-acting anti-inflammatory activity which makes Clinacanthus nutans topical product a good natural product for the relief of minor skin inflammation and insect bites well.
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Curcuma longa - Turmeric

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5839 Curcuma longa - Turmeric

Small shrub 2-5 ft Full sun Semi-shade Regular water Pink flowers Deciduous Spice or herb Subtropical, cold hardy at least to 30s F for a short time

Spice Turmeric, Longevity Spice, Indian Saffron, Tumeric. Turmeric powder might well be the healthiest spice on Earth. Made by grinding the dried root of the Curcuma longa plant, this ancient superfood and key ingredient in curry powder has been used by Indian Ayurvedic healers for centuries. In recent years, also the scientific community has begun to show interest in the potential health benefits of the turmeric root. Turmeric can be consumed in its original powdered form through culinary additions to other foods.
This plant is deciduous through winter-spring.
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Cymbopogon citratus - Lemon grass

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2044 Cymbopogon citratus - Lemon grass

Small shrub 2-5 ft Full sun Regular water Ornamental foliage Fragrant Deciduous Spice or herb Edible Subtropical, cold hardy at least to 30s F for a short time

Lemon grass - versatile performer in the kitchen where it can be used in teas, beverages, herbal medicines, Eastern inspired soups and other dishes.
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Cymbopogon nardus - Citronella grass

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2446 Cymbopogon nardus - Citronella grass

Groundcover and low-growing 2ft Small shrub 2-5 ft Full sun Semi-shade Regular water Ornamental foliage Fragrant Deciduous Spice or herb

Citronella grass, Nardus, Nard grass, Mana grass. It is grown in Sri Lanka, India, Burma, Indonesia and Java. Citronella is the source of the commercial citronella oil, used in perfumery and as an insect repellent. The essential oils extracted from citronella grass are much used in aroma therapy as a stimulant when inhaled or rubbed on the skin, and an antiseptic that can be used to sterilize food preparation surfaces.
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Eucalyptus citriodora - Lemon Eucalypt

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4114 Eucalyptus citriodora - Lemon Eucalypt

Big tree > 20 ft Full sun Moderate water Ornamental foliage Fragrant Spice or herb Subtropical, cold hardy at least to 30s F for a short time

Lemon Eucalypt. A very fast growing evergreen tree. Leaves have a strong lemony scent when crushed. Leaves yield lemon-scented oil used in perfumery. In the landscape, trees are pretty hardy and tolerate frost.
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Gynura crepioides - Okinawa Spinach (Purple)

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5452 Gynura crepioides - Okinawa Spinach (Purple)

Groundcover and low-growing 2ft Small shrub 2-5 ft Full sun Semi-shade Regular water Spice or herb Edible

Gynura crepioides is commonly known as Okinawa Spinach, it is native to Indonesia. Okinawa Spinach is commercially grown in China as a green, it is not a true spinach. Both the stems and the leaves can be eaten raw or cooked. The top of the leaves are dark green and the undersides are purple. Okinawa Spinach has an unique flavor with a faint hint of pine, and will add a beautiful aesthetic element to cuisine. This green is also known as cholesterol spinach, and there are many claims that it lowers can cholesterol. This plant will thrive in pretty much any type of soil from clay to silt to sandy soils. It does well in any type of light other than full shade, but will grow best in full sun to partial shade. Okinawa Spinach is not a heavy feeder, and is relatively pest-free. It is good to cut back flowering branches to promote new shoot growth, because the shoots and leaves are what are harvested. Okinawan spinach is very adaptable to container gardening and even grows well on a windowsill. The younger leaves will have a much better flavor than the older leaves. The leaves and young shoot tips can be steamed, used in stir fry, tempura, stews, and soups. Just add them at the very end, if they are overcooked they can become slimy.
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Gynura procubens - Longevity Spinach

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5431 Gynura procubens - Longevity Spinach

Groundcover and low-growing 2ft Small shrub 2-5 ft Shade Semi-shade Keep soil moist Ornamental foliage Yellow/orange flowers Spice or herb Edible

Alakaline Herb, Sambung Nyawa, Longevity Spinach. The plant is well known in South East Asia, with folklore uses in Thailand, Indonesia and China, and leaves of the plant are eaten as a vegetable. This is a very low maintenance, fast growing herb/vegetable that can be grown indoor and outdoor. The leaves are picked for salads, soups, or sauteed them to make a dish. They are also be made as tea and extract. The plant is often referred to as Sambung Nyawa which means Continuation of Life. The purpose of this plant is to incorporate it into your diet for a healthy life, as many generations of African and Asians have done traditionally.
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Hibiscus acetosella - African Cranberry Hibiscus, red leaves

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5551 Hibiscus acetosella - African Cranberry Hibiscus, red leaves

Small shrub 2-5 ft Full sun Regular water Ornamental foliage Red/crimson/vinous flowers Attracts butterflies, hummingbirds Edible Subtropical, cold hardy at least to 30s F for a short time

African Cranberry Hibiscus. This fast growing bush is covered with beautiful dark red flowers several times a year. Leaves are edible, acid, rich of vitamin C, good for salads. Very similar to Hibiscus furcellatus.
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Hibiscus cannabinus (furcellatus) - Salad Hibiscus, Sleepy Hibiscus

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1104 Hibiscus cannabinus (furcellatus) - Salad Hibiscus, Sleepy Hibiscus

Large shrub 5-10 ft Full sun Dry conditions Pink flowers Red/crimson/vinous flowers Attracts butterflies, hummingbirds Invasive Edible Thorny or spiny Subtropical, cold hardy at least to 30s F for a short time

Salad Hibiscus, Sleepy Hibiscus. Vinous flowers open in the morning, and by 3-4 pm they convolve into a curious fico-like knot. Flowers cover the bush several times a year. Very similar to acetosella, this edible hibiscus is great for salads, rich of vitamin C. Seeds are used for making delicious tea. Very fast growing, form a large bush. Tolerates dry conditions. Grow your edible landscape in no time!
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Hibiscus sabdariffa - Flor de Jamaica, Karkade

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5033 Hibiscus sabdariffa - Flor de Jamaica, Karkade

Large shrub 5-10 ft Small shrub 2-5 ft Full sun Regular water Pink flowers Red/crimson/vinous flowers Edible Subtropical, cold hardy at least to 30s F for a short time Flood tolerant

Jamaica Tea flower (Karkade, Roselle) - "Agua de Flor de Jamaica", also called agua de Jamaica and rosa de Jamaica, is popular in Jamaica, Mexico, Central America, and parts of South America and the Caribbean. It is one of beverages made from fresh juices or extracts. It is served chilled, and in Jamaica this drink is a tradition on Christmas, served with fruit cake or potato pudding.
In Panama both the flowers and the drink are called saril (a derivative of the Jamaican word sorrel).
In the United States, hibiscus tea was popularized as "Red Zinger". Flowers are used to make a cold or hot tea sweetened with sugar. There has been some Medical studies which indicate that it lowers high blood pressure and also has diuretic effects. The flavor is on the tart side similar to a cranberry juice. In Mexico, it is also used for granites, ice pops and sangria.
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