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Aframomum melegueta - Grains of Paradise, African Cardamom

Small plant 2-5 ftSemi-shadePink flowersWhite, off-white flowersYellow, orange flowersSpice or herbSubtropical, mature plant cold hardy at least to 30s F for a short time

Grains of Paradise, African Cardamom. Seeds of this...  more

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Alocasia reginula - Black Velvet Jewel

Groundcover and low-growing 2ftRegular waterOrnamental foliage

Black Velvet or Jewel Alocasia donning big, lush,...  more

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Leaves of this plant are very fragile and may be slightly damaged during transportation which does not hurt new growth. Trim as needed and more new leaves will grow.
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Amorphophallus konjak - Voodoo Lily

Small plant 2-5 ftShadeSemi-shadeRegular waterUnusual colorIrritatingEthnomedical 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.Deciduous plantEdibleSubtropical, mature plant cold hardy at least to 30s F for a short time

Amorphophallus konjac is one of the largest flowers,...  more

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Anchomanes (Amorphophallus) difformis var. Benin

Large shrub 5-10 ft tallSemi-shadeRegular waterIrritatingEthnomedical 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.Deciduous plant

This is a very rare species in cultivation, and likely a one time offering.
These unusual plants grow from a thick, slowly growing tuber, often branching, which creeps horizontally just below the soil surface. Horizontal tuber can measure up to 30" long by 10" across, the plant produces one huge, much-divided leaf with a stout prickly stem. The compound leaves are up to 30 inches tall and are supported on slender spotted stems with very rose-like thorns. The fascinating leaves are an enlogated bi-lobed bat shape, often with fenestrations (window holes).
These are now mature, over 20 years old seedlings of a most unusual aroid, distantly related to Amorphophallus. These seeds were planted in 2000, originated from an ethnobotanist in the jungles of Benin, along the west coast of Africa. The indigenous people there use the species for a variety of medicinal properties.


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Annona sp. - Golden Sugar Apple, Pineapple Annona

Small tree 10-20 ftFull sunRegular waterEdibleSubtropical, mature plant cold hardy at least to 30s F for a short timeFlood tolerant

This rare Annona is a species originally brought to...  more

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Antidesma bunius - Bignay

Large shrub 5-10 ft tallSmall tree 10-20 ftFull sunSemi-shadeRegular waterEdible

Bignay, Bugnay, Tassel berry. Clusters of 20 to 30...  more

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Banana Truly Tiny, Musa

Small tree 10-20 ftFull sunModerate waterEdibleSubtropical, mature plant cold hardy at least to 30s F for a short time

Truly Tiny grows only 2-3 ft tall in a pot and 4-5...  more

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Banisteriopsis caapi - Ayahuasca

Vine or creeperFull sunShadeSemi-shadeRegular waterPink flowersWhite, off-white flowersEthnomedical plant.
Plants marked as ethnomedical and/or described as medicinal, are not offered as medicine but rather as ornamentals or plant collectibles.
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Ayahuasca, Caapi, Yaje.
This jungle vine is used along with 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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Bauhinia grandidieri - Dwarf Blue Orchid Tree

Can be used for bonsaiSmall plant 2-5 ftFull sunModerate waterDry conditionsBlue, lavender, purple flowers

Bauhinia grandidieri, Dwarf Blue Orchid Tree - a very...  more

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Bauhinia x tomentosa var. Natalie - Natal Orchid Tree

Can be used for bonsaiLarge shrub 5-10 ft tallSmall tree 10-20 ftFull sunSemi-shadeDry conditionsWhite, off-white flowersYellow, orange flowersDeciduous plant

RARE COLLECTIBLE VARIETY, the very first offering...  more

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Blue Jaboticaba tree, Myrciaria vexator

Large shrub 5-10 ft tallSmall tree 10-20 ftFull sunModerate waterEthnomedical plant.
Plants marked as ethnomedical and/or described as medicinal, are not offered as medicine but rather as ornamentals or plant collectibles.
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Blue Jaboticaba, Vexator, Blue Grape. Jaboticaba relative....  more

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Bougainvillea arborea - Thornless Bougainvillea Tree

Can be used for bonsaiSmall tree 10-20 ftFull sunSemi-shadeRegular waterModerate waterPink flowersFragrant

Bougainvillea arborea is a thornless and fragrant...  more

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Brazilian Guava tree - Psidium guajava x angulatum, Araca Pera

Large shrub 5-10 ft tallSmall tree 10-20 ftFull sunRegular waterWhite, off-white flowersEdibleSubtropical, mature plant cold hardy at least to 30s F for a short time

This is a Guava hybrid with Araca Pera, a rare flavorful...  more

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Bunchosia argentea - Peanut Butter Tree

Large shrub 5-10 ft tallSmall tree 10-20 ftFull sunSemi-shadeRegular waterYellow, orange flowersEdible

Peanut Butter Tree. One of the most fascinating exotic...  more

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Ceratonia siliqua - Carob Tree

Small tree 10-20 ftFull sunModerate waterEdible

The seeds of the Carob Tree, all being the same size,...  more

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Cerbera x manghas hybrid - Enchanted Incense (Red Flower)

Small tree 10-20 ftFull sunRegular waterPink flowersWhite, off-white flowersOrnamental foliageFragrantDeciduous plantPoisonous or toxicSeaside, salt tolerant plant

Absolutely NEW perfume plant! This amazing flower...  more

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Ceropegia ampliata - Horny Wonder

Vine or creeperFull sunSemi-shadeModerate waterWhite, off-white flowersUnusual color

Horny wonder, Bushman's pipe. Origin: South Africa....  more

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Clusia rosea Aureo Variegata - Variegated Autograph Tree

Small tree 10-20 ftFull sunShadeSemi-shadeModerate waterPink flowersWhite, off-white flowersFragrantAttracts butterflies, hummingbirdsFlood tolerantSeaside, salt tolerant plant

Clusias, with their beautiful "porcelain" flowers,...  more

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Cryptocereus (Selenicereus) anthonyanus - Zig-Zag Cactus

Vine or creeperSemi-shadeEpiphyteModerate waterPink flowersWhite, off-white flowersOrnamental foliageRed, crimson, vinous flowersFragrantAttracts butterflies, hummingbirds

Anthonys Rick-Rack. This curious epiphyte is grown...  more

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Cyanastrum (Kabuyea) hostifolium - African Lily of the Valley

Small plant 2-5 ftShadeSemi-shadeModerate waterWhite, off-white flowersFragrantSubtropical, mature plant cold hardy at least to 30s F for a short time

This is a rare, unique collectible!
The flowers of this small perennial have a clean, sweet fragrance, the plant booms in Spring from March to April. The plant forms very curious stacks of perennial corms. Kabuyea is a plant genus in the family Tecophilaeaceae, first described as a genus in 1998. It has one known species, Kabuyea hostifolia (syn. Cyanastrum hostifolium), native from Tanzania to Mozambique in low elevation areas.
The mother plant at Top Tropicals collection was given to us by John Banta who obtained it from his expedition to African forests. We treasure this extremely rare specimen and try to propagate as many as possible since the the demand for this unique plant is very high among plant collectors.

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Cyrtostachys lakka - Lipstick Palm, Red Sealing Wax

Small tree 10-20 ftFull sunModerate waterPalm or palm-likeUltra tropical, minimal temperature 55FSeaside, salt tolerant plant

Extremely rare Lipstick Palm, Red Sealing Wax Palm...  more
Ultra-tropical plant, never expose to temperatures below 55F. For expert growers only. No replacements/no refunds. Contact us for additional information before ordering
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Desmos chinensis - Ylang Ylang Shrub

Large shrub 5-10 ft tallSmall plant 2-5 ftFull sunSemi-shadeRegular waterYellow, orange flowersFragrantAttracts butterflies, hummingbirdsUltra tropical, minimal temperature 55F

Ylang Ylang shrub. Not everybody can grow Cananga...  more
Shipped at customers risk, no replacements or refunds. Leaf drop possible. We guarantee healthy plant to be shipped and the best packaging. Express shipping optional.
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Dichorisandra pendula - Weeping Blue Ginger

Groundcover and low-growing 2ftSmall plant 2-5 ftShadeSemi-shadeKeep soil moistBlue, lavender, purple flowersOrnamental foliage

Weeping Blue Ginger, Blue Pendant. Unusual zinger-looking...  more

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Emblica officinalis (Phyllanthus Emblica) - Amla

Small tree 10-20 ftFull sunRegular waterEthnomedical 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

Very close related to Phyllanthus acidus, Phyllanthus...  more

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Euclinia longiflora - African Tree Gardenia

Large shrub 5-10 ft tallSmall plant 2-5 ftFull sunRegular waterWhite, off-white flowersFragrantAttracts butterflies, hummingbirds

Euclinia longiflora - African Tree Gardenia. African...  more

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Rare tropical plants Q&A

Are you a collector of rare tropical plants?

Top Tropicals has been a leader for over 20 years in some of the most rare, unusual and exotic plants and flowers found in the world. We have a large plant catalog that contains more than 5000 varieties of plants with more than 50,000 photos. Here you will find articles about some of the rarest flowers in the world, many of which are available online and in our garden center. Many collectors like to specialize in a particular type of plant. Some like rare types of flowers and others just prefer unique plants. Either way, you should be able to find just what you are looking for here.

Where our plants come from

Our buyers have been in the rare and exotic plant business for many years and have built some very unique relationships with plant sellers from around the world. We have many rare flowers and plants that are shipped from tropical locations directly to us. We pick them up from our closest international airport once they have gone through customs and then they are potted at our nursery and made available to you, the rare plant collector.

Where to buy rare plants?

Our selection of rare and unusual plants for sale online is second to none and they are available for shipping throughout the U.S. If you are looking for rare exotic plants and flowers for sale near you and you are in the Southwest Florida, Ft. Myers area, we would love to see you at our Garden Center located at 13890 Orange River Blvd., Ft. Myers, FL 33905. Here you are free to walk around and see our collection of tropical rare flowers and plants. Many of these plants cannot be found at any other nursery in the area. Our dedicated and knowledgeable staff will help you find just what you are looking for.