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A breathtaking beauty, this Alocasia hybrid is excellent for creating a lush tropical look to gardens. Resembling large Elephant ears, these plants are mainly valued for their gorgeous leaves, which are very large, heart-shaped, but they also produce small, calla-like fragrant flower spathes. Suitable for bogs and water gardens.

This is a showy, natural green sport (reversion) from the red Bordelon. It grows the same way and will flower and set fruit, but without the red striping. Think of it as Bordelons green twin - still ornamental, just in a more classic banana look. Very vigorous and hardy plant.
Bordelon ornamental banana was first discovered in the Zone 8b Louisiana town of Bordelonville (near Alexandria). The 10-15' tall stalks are adorned with red-striped leaves that also feature an attractive red leaf back which is especially visible when the leaves unfurl. Based on trials around the country, M. Bordelon appears to be the hardiest of the red-striped varieties. If the growing point is protected in winter, M. Bordelon will flower and fruit, although fruits are seeded. It's cold-tolerant for a banana and can flower and fruit if protected in winter. Originally from Louisiana, it's a striking and resilient choice for Southern gardens and collectors alike. Excellent as a tropical accent or potted showpiece.

Very fragrant Lady of the Night. It has creamy white flowers with long tubes, which are extremely fragrant after dark. This plant grows as bush and is more compact than Brunfelsia americana.
See article about Brunfelsias: Yesterday-Today-Tomorrow, Brunfelsia from Brazil.

Rare Tree Calliandra, Powderpuff - large size shrub or small tree, similar to calliandra calothyrsis, but flowers open fully. One of the biggest calliandra flower.

Veld grape - unusual succulent vine with tendrils, fleshy 3-lobed leaves and quandrangular 4-winged stem and grape-shaped leaves, used medicinally to help fractures heal faster. Good for hanging baskets.
This plant is anything but ordinary! With its thick, four-winged stems that look almost sculpted, Cissus quadrangularis stands out from the crowd. The stems are square in shape, giving the plant a distinctive geometric look that makes people stop and ask what it is.
Native to Africa and India, veld grape is a succulent vine both tough and unusual. It grows fast, loves full sun, and thrives even with minimal care. The fleshy, jointed stems store water, making it drought-tolerant and perfect for warm, dry gardens or bright patios. It can be grown as a hanging plant, groundcover, or trained up a small trellis.
Traditionally known as the bone setter plant, veld grape has been valued for centuries in Ayurvedic and African medicine for helping bones heal. It's also completely ornamental, with small tendrils, occasional clusters of tiny leaves, and a striking structure that looks great in containers or hanging baskets. A true show-stopper for collectors and anyone who loves the strange and beautiful side of nature.
Growing tips:
Sun to partial shade
Moderate watering, well-drained soil
Great for hanging baskets or groundcover
Easy and fast-growing succulent vine

Dorstenia bahiensis is an interesting plant with strange looking receptacles. At maturity, seeds shoot ballistically from the mature flower/fruit heads, and they germinate readily whenever the land on soil or other moist substrate.
A quirky, shade-loving plant with glossy leaves and button-like flower discs. When ripe, those button heads pop their seeds like tiny popcorn, launching them across the yard. Compact at just 6-12 inches, it makes a playful groundcover or a fun conversation piece in a pot.

Monkey Ear, Ear Pod Tree, Elephant Ear Tree. Looking for a cool looking tree that grows faster than your to-do list? This large, feathery beauty is one of the quirkiest members of the subtropics.
This fast-growing, cold-hardy giant provides ample shade in no time, making it perfect for anyone seeking instant relaxation under a canopy. But here's the real kicker - the tree's pods curl up to resemble ears! These unique legume pods aren't just fun to look at, they're also great for crafts and decorations. Nature's art project, anyone?
So, if you're looking for a curious tree with personality (and maybe a bit of ear charm), the Monkey Ear Tree is ready to impress. Grow it, shade it, and get crafty with its ear-shaped pods!

If you are looking for something truly different, this is it: Eucrosia bicolor is a rare Peruvian bulb that turns heads instantly when in bloom. And it blooms in shade! What starts as a simple, quiet bulb suddenly transforms into a striking display of bright red flowers with long, fine, golden stamens that burst outward like a perfectly frozen firework.
This is the kind of plant people stop and ask about.
Even between blooms, it stays attractive with soft, broad, lush leaves similar to lily of the valley, giving it a refined, tropical look in your collection.
Unlike typical bulbs, it follows a natural rhythm - active growth followed by a dry rest period. Once you understand this cycle, it becomes easy to grow and reliably rewarding.
Perfect for containers, collector gardens, and anyone who wants something rare, unusual, and memorable.
Give it warmth, bright light, and a proper dry rest - and it will put on a show that few plants can match.

Tree Fuchsia, Bush Boer-bean. Small tree from Africa with pinkish to red flowers. Native to South Africa, this small tree, growing to a maximum height of 10-20 feet, is an excellent choice for a flowering garden tree. Easy maintenance and low water needs make it ideal for gardens in USDA Zones 9-11. It is quite tolerant of both full sun and partial shade, and also moderare water requirement. As an ethnomedicinal plant, it has been used for centuries for various ailments and has been known to attract butterflies and hummingbirds. When planted in a pot, the Bush Boerbean is able to thrive in colder climates.