HOUSE AND PATIO PLANTS (updated 13 October, 2007)

The Friends of U.C. Riverside Botanic Gardens 25th Annual
FALL PLANT SALE

Public Sale Saturday, October 20, 12 noon to 5 pm and Sunday, October 21, 9 am to 3 pm



KEY TO THE CODES AT END OF THE PLANT DESCRIPTIONS:

H* - attracts Hummingbirds
B* - attracts Butterflies or feeds butterfly larvae
W* - Water efficient/drought tolerant plants
C* - California native plant or derivative
F* - especially good cut Flower or cut Foliage
S* - fragrant flowers ("S" for Scented)

The number of plants we expect to have available at the sale appears in brackets at the end of the plant description.

Acalypha hispida, "CHENILLE PLANT" - Fast-growing, easy shrub for summer patio or houseplant; large, heart-shaped leaves & drooping, 5-in., crimson, chenille-like flower spikes through warm weather; pinch to promote bushiness. [12]

Acalypha wilkesiana 'Ceylon', "COPPER LEAF" - Fast-growing, easy shrub for summer patio or houseplant all year; heart-shaped leaves are slightly puckered, dark purple w/ a red-fringed edge; fuzzy flowers inconspicuous. [32]

Adenium obesum, "DESERT ROSE" - Choice, succulent shrub from tropical Africa forming a swollen, bottle-like trunk w/ thick branches, shiny leaves & showy, trumpet-shaped flowers in deep pink shades; keep dryer in winter. [20] (H*W*)

Aglaeonema commutatum, "CHINESE EVERGREEN" - Easy, clump-forming houseplant w/ long-stalked, deep, rich green leaves banded silvery green, pale green flowers & showy, orange-red, berry-like fruits. [6]

Aglaeonema modestum, "CHINESE EVERGREEN" - Clump forming, reliable houseplant w/ long-stalked, deep, rich green leaves, pale green flowers & showy, orange-red, berry-like fruits. [6]

Alocasia x amazonica, "AFRICAN MASK PLANT" - Handsome tropical w/ large, arrow-shaped leaves that are deep, glossy green w/ silvery-green main veins & scalloped margins, purple beneath; needs warmth & high humidity. [20]

Alocasia lindenii, "AFRICAN MASK PLANT" - Handsome tropical w/ large, arrow-shaped leaves that are deep, velvety green w/ silvery-green main veins; needs warmth & high humidity. [8]

Aphelandra squarrosa, "ZEBRA PLANT" - Tender, tropical shrub w/ shiny, dark green leaves, the new ones zebra-striped, older ones nearly all glistening white; yellow-bracted, tubular, yellow flowers; likes extra humidity. [8]

Aporocactus flagelliformis, "RAT-TAIL CACTUS" - Tropical jungle cactus w/ slender, pendant stems covered in soft spines can hang to 6 ft. & bear showy, three-inch, red-purple flowers in late spring; water moderately, keep drier in winter. [15] (H*)

Asparagus retrofractus, "MING ASPARAGUS" - Choice type of asparagus fern w/ long, arching, silvery gray stems & dark green, thread-like foliage in fluffy clusters; tiny white flowers are inconspicuous; excellent in flower arrangements. [10] (F*)

Asplenium nidus, "BIRD'S NEST FERN" - Distinctive true fern w/ vase-shaped rosette of broad, strap-shaped, apple-green fronds; indoors over winter, shady patio in summer; provide extra humidity but don't overwater. [13/4]

Begonia 'Prussen', "BEGONIA" - Shrubby begonia w/ succulent stems, small, wing-shaped, bronzy leaves & clusters of pink-blushed, white flowers w/ yellow centers in summer. [8] (H*)

Bromeliad - Billbergia amoena, "LIVING VASE" - Versatile, exotic perennial w/ urn-shaped clusters of coppery green leaves w/ creamy-white spots & cerise-bracted spikes of tubular, apple green & blue flowers; container or landscape. [10] (H*F*)

Bromeliad - Guzmania 'Claret', "LIVING VASE" - For patio in all but coldest weather; vase-like rosette of leathery, green, tapered leaves; tubular, white flowers born in exotic, long-lasting, bright-red-bracted spikes. [16]

Bromeliad - Guzmania 'Lipstick', "LIVING VASE" - For patio in all but coldest weather; vase-like rosette of leathery, green, tapered leaves; tubular, white flowers born in exotic, long-lasting, peachy pink-bracted spikes. [16]

Bromeliad - Neoregelia 'Rio Red', "LIVING VASE" - Easy plant for patio in all but coldest weather; vase-like rosette of stiff leaves mottled bright red & green; violet flowers born partly submerged in "vase" in center of plant. [16]

Bromeliad - Vriesia 'Tiffany', "LIVING VASE" - Easy plant for patio in all but coldest weather; vase-like rosette of stiff, light green, tapered leaves; tubular yellow flowers born in flattened, long-lasting, red- & yellow-bracted spikes. [10]

Buddleia indica, "INDOOR OAK" - Handsome shrubby houseplant or summer patio plant w/ glossy, deep green leaves w/ wavy margins; prune or pinch to maintain bushiness (= Nicodemia diversifolia). [6]

Calathea concinna, "CALATHEA" - Handsome foliage plant w/ long-stalked, silvery green leaves feathered dark olive; white, orchid-like flowers w/ lemon fragrance, at leaf bases; likes humidity, wash foliage periodically. [20] (S*)

Cissus tuberosa, (NO COMMON NAME) - Unusual, tender vine from Mexico w/ curious, irregularly swollen stems & pretty, snowflake-like, hand-shaped leaves; keep moist in summer, drier in winter. [4]

Coccoloba uvifera, "SEA GRAPE" - Tropical tree used as a summer patio or houseplant; grown here for the large, leathery leaves veined red; dense spikes of small, fragrant, white flowers & edible berries produced where adapted. [6]

Codiaeum variegatum 'Icetone', "ICETONE CROTON" - Tropical shrub for patio in summer, house in winter; leathery, shiny leaves emerge yellow & green, then become irregularly marked rose red, dark green & peach; likes warmth and humidity. [18]

Coffea arabica, "COFFEE" - Handsome shrub w/ layered branches of deep green, lustrous leaves, clusters of small, fragrant, white flowers followed by deep red, coffee berries. [6] (S*)

Coffea arabica, "COFFEE" - Handsome shrub w/ layered branches of deep green, lustrous leaves, clusters of small, fragrant, white flowers followed by deep red, coffee berries. [20] (S*)

Crossandra 'Sundance', "FIRECRACKER FLOWER" - Choice but difficult tropical shrub w/ shiny, rich green leaves & gorgeous, four-sided clusters of brilliant orange, one-sided flowers in summer; needs warmth & humidity. [5]

Ctenanthe oppenheimiana 'Tricolor', "NEVER-NEVER PLANT" - Gorgeous prayer plant relative w/ long, oval, waxy leaves that are dark & gray green banded, then splashed white, the undersides wine red; provide extra humidity. [8]

Davallia mariesii var. stenolepis, "SQUIRREL'S FOOT FERN" - Easy & handsome true fern w/ very, finely divided fronds arising from furry, foot-like rhizomes; fine on patio in moss lined basket (aka. Davallia trichomannoides). [20]

Dieffenbachia picta, "DUMB CANE" - Popular houseplant w/ thick, cane-like stems & large, leathery, dark green leaves mottled w/ white; keep on dry side. [6]

Dischidia pectinifera, "CLAM SHELL VINE" - Tropical vine related to hoya w/ succulent leaves, some inflated into curious, hollow, shell-like structures; small bright red flowers produced in warm weather; keep on dry side. [20]

Dorstenia gigas, "SOCOTRA FIG" - Rare Socotran shrub forming a peculiar, cone-shaped trunk topped by a rosette of long, narrow, shiny green leaves and bizarre, disc-shaped flower heads. [4]

Dracaena der. 'Warneckii Compacta', "DRACAENA" - Easy houseplant w/ cane-like branches & tapered, strap-shaped, deep green leaves handsomely marked w/ thin white & gray stripes. [5]

Ecbolium viride, "ECBOLIUM" - Rare, tender perennial w/ long, pointed, dark green leaves & bracted spikes of spurred, orchid-like flowers in an unlikely shade of teal; unusual! [12]

Eucharis grandiflora, "AMAZON LILY" - Choice perennial for patio in summer, indoors during cool weather; broad, deep green leaves & long-stemmed clusters of elegant, pure white, daffodil-like flowers in summer. [12] (S*)

Ficus elastica, "RUBBER TREE" - Tough, tropical, evergreen tree w/ large, oval, shiny dark green leaves that emerge red-tinted; indoor or summer patio site, outdoors all year in mildest Inland areas. [8]

Ficus lyrata, "FIDDLELEAF FIG" - Tropical tree, grown as houseplant w/ thick, woody branches & leathery, shiny green, prominently veined leaves shaped like a fiddle; pinch when young to give fuller structure. [8]

Ficus microcarpa 'Variegata', "VARIEG. CHINESE BANYON" - Handsomely variegated form of this versatile tree w/ graceful, drooping branches & shiny green, blunt-tipped leaves marbled w/ creamy white; excellent in containers. [20/6]

Ficus pumila 'Variegata', "VARIEGATED CREEPING FIG" - Pretty, evergreen vine w/ wiry stems lined w/ small, heart-shaped leaves that are handsomely marbled pure white; good for hanging basket, terrarium, or shady groundcover. [20]

Fittonia verschaffeltii argyroneura, "SILVER NET PLANT" - Pretty, spreading houseplant w/ soft, quilted, leaves elaborately veined in glowing white; needs bright indirect light & plenty of water. [20]

Gynura aurantiaca 'Sarmentosa', "PURPLE VELVET PLANT" - Easy vining plant for patio in summer or houseplant during cool weather; leaves covered in dark purple velvet, 1/2 in. flowers orange, ill smelling; give good light for rich foliage color. [7/7]

Haemanthus albiflos, "SHAVINGBRUSH FLOWER" - Choice container plant for patio or bright site indoors; bold, flat, tongue-shaped leaves produce a thick stalk topped by white & gold, "shaving-brush" flower cluster in summer; best in containers. [7] (F*)

Hibiscus (Al's variegated), "VARIEGATED HIBISCUS" - Tender, evergreen shrub grown for long-stalked, toothed leaves that are strikingly mottled w/ dark green, gray green & creamy white; flowers pink. [6]

Hibiscus 'Cooperi', "COOPERI HIBISCUS" - Unusual, very tender shrub w/ oval, toothed leaves strikingly blotched & spattered w/ shades of green, white & pink; red, funnel-shaped flowers. [9]

Homalomaena 'Green Gem', "GREEN GEM" - Uncommon houseplant forming handsome, compact rosettes of rich green, long-stalked, heart-shaped leaves w/ distinctive veins; flowers insignificant. [8]

Houseplant Combo, (FOLIAGE COMBO) - Mixed houseplant collection - a selection of easy-to-grow species such as croton, gold dust plant, red-edged dracaena & others, grown for their colorful foliage & interesting form. [10]

Hoya carnosa 'Krinkle 8', "WAXFLOWER" - Tender, twining vine w/ dark green, succulent, irregularly quilted leaves & clusters of unusual, waxy, 5-pointed flowers in creamy white w/ a central pink star. [4]

Hoya carnosa 'Silver Specks', "WAX FLOWER" - Tender, twining vine w/ dark green, succulent leaves w/ silver specks & clusters of unusual, waxy, 5-pointed flowers in pink w/ a central red star. [10/3]

Hoya keysii, "WAX FLOWER" - Tender, twining vine w/ dark green, succulent leaves & clusters of unusual, waxy, 5-pointed flowers colored white, blushed pink. [10]

Hydnophytum formicarum, "ANT PLANT" - Rare & curious, tropical plant w/ bizarre, aboveground, chambered "tuber", thick branches, leathery leaves, small white flowers & orange fruits; "tuber" inhabited by ants in nature"; dry between waterings. [8]

Hypoestes phyllostachya 'Splash Red', "PINK POLKA -DOT PLANT" - Especially showy selection of this striking & easy patio, house or summer shade plant; oval leaves irregularly spotted & blotched bright pink; lilac flowers inconspicuous. [35]

Hypoestes phyllostachya 'Splash Rose', "PINK POLKA -DOT PLANT" - Especially showy selection of this striking & easy patio, house or summer shade plant; oval leaves irregularly spotted & blotched bright rose red; lilac flowers inconspicuous. [33]

Impatiens 'African King', "AFRICAN KING IMPATIENS" - Rare, shrubby perennial w/ unusual, spurred, ruby red flowers over long season all along the stems; summer patio plant, bring indoors during cool weather. [8]

Microsorium 'Green Wave', "GREEN WAVE FERN" - A most unusual true fern w/ a creeping, green rhizome & long-stalked, bright green, lobed leaves that are curiously twisted & curled; give extra humidity & allow to go a little dry between waterings. [4]

Microsorium punctatum 'Ramosum', "ELKHORN FERN" - Unusual true fern w/ a short-creeping rhizome & leathery, bright green, strap-shaped leaves that are irregularly forked & fringed; extra humidity & moderate watering; fronds long lasting in arrangements. [15] (F*)

Microsorium steerei, "OIL FERN" - Rare true fern w/ a short-creeping rhizome & leathery, strap-shaped, dark green fronds w/ a striking blue-green iridescence; give extra humidity & water carefully. [14]

Neoalsomitra cf. podagrica, "NEOALSOMITRA" - Unusual, tender vine from Malaysia w/ curious, swollen stem base w/ stout, green thorns & heart-shaped leaves; keep moist in summer, drier in winter. [6]

Nephrolepis 'Lemon Buttons', "LEMON BUTTONS FERN" - Diminuitive Boston fern relative hardy enough for landscape in mildest Inland areas; tight clumps of stiff, feather-shaped, bright green fronds to 6 in. tall; multiplies by wiry runners. [20]

Orchid -- Cymbidium Enzan Summer, "CYMBIDIUM ORCHID" - Easy-to-grow, cutflower favorite orchid w/ narrow, arching leaves & spikes of fragrant, long-lasting, bright butter yellow orchid flowers in fall; heat tolerant. [TBD] (F*S*)

Orchid -- Cymbidium finlaysonianum, "CYMBIDIUM ORCHID" - Philipine orchid w/ narrow, arching leaves & pendulous spikes of yellow-green orchid flowers w/ red stripes; heat tolerant; indoors if temperature drops below 40 degrees F. [TBD] (F*)

Orchid -- Cymbidium Golden Vanguard 'Mass Beauty', "CYMBIDIUM ORCHID" - Easy-to-grow, cutflower favorite orchid w/ narrow, arching leaves & spikes of fragrant, long-lasting, bright butter yellow orchid flowers w/ red-spotted lip; heat tolerant. [TBD] (F*S*)

Orchid -- Cymbidium Heavenly Sundust, "CYMBIDIUM ORCHID" - Easy-to-grow, cutflower favorite orchid w/ narrow, arching leaves & spikes of fragrant, long-lasting, bright butter yellow orchid flowers; heat tolerant; typically blooms twice a year. [TBD] (F*S*)

Orchid -- Cymbidium Kusuda Stone 'Gateau Chocola', "CYMBIDIUM ORCHID" - Easy-to-grow, cutflower favorite orchid w/ narrow, arching leaves & spikes of long-lasting, spotted green orchid flowers w/ fragrance of chocolate & vanilla; late summer/fall bloom; heat tolerant. [22] (F*S*)

Orchid -- Cymbidium Memoria Marvin Gaye 'Royal', "CYMBIDIUM ORCHID" - Easy-to-grow, cutflower favorite orchid w/ narrow, arching leaves & tall spikes of long-lasting, bronzy-green orchid flowers w/ red lips. [TBD] (F*)

Orchid -- Cymbidium Ruby Brook 'Falling Fire' *, "CYMBIDIUM ORCHID" - Easy-to-grow orchid w/ narrow, arching leaves & pendulous spikes of long-lasting, velvety rose-red flowers w/ a darker red lip in winter/spring; outdoors in all but freezing weather. [TBD] (F*)

Orchid - Dendrobium phalaenopsis hybrids, "DENDROBIUM ORCHID" - Grow indoors all year OR outdoors April to October; bright, filtered light, slightly dry between waterings; leathery leaves & spikes of long-lasting flowers in summer/fall; assorted colors. [20] (F*)

Orchid - Dendrobium Specio-kingianum (in bloom), "AUST. ROCK ORCHID" - Easy-to-grow orchid, native to Australia; tapered stems topped by leathery leaves & spikes of fragrant orchid flowers in white; drier in winter. [10] (F*S*)

Orchid - Dendrobium Specio-kingianum (out of bloom), "AUST. ROCK ORCHID" - Easy-to-grow orchid, native to Australia; tapered stems topped by leathery leaves & spikes of fragrant orchid flowers in white, pink or purple; drier in winter. [5] (F*S*)

Orchid -Epidendrum hybrid (Cerise), "REED-STEMMED EPIDENDRUM" - Easy-to-grow orchids; tall, reed-like stems lined w/ succulent leaves & topped by clusters of small, cerise, orchid flowers w/ fringed lips; bloom in warm weather; protect from frost. [8] (F*)

Orchid -Epidendrum hybrid (Coral), "REED-STEMMED EPIDENDRUM" - Easy-to-grow orchids; tall, reed-like stems lined w/ succulent leaves & topped by clusters of small, coral-orange, orchid flowers from pink buds; bloom in warm weather; protect from frost. [7] (F*)

Orchid -Epidendrum hybrid (Gold), "REED-STEMMED EPIDENDRUM" - Easy-to-grow orchids; tall, reed-like stems lined w/ succulent leaves & topped by clusters of small, gold-colored, orchid flowers w/ fringed lips; bloom in warm weather; protect from frost. [9] (F*)

Orchid -Epidendrum hybrid (Orange & Gold), "REED-STEMMED EPIDENDRUM" - Easy-to-grow orchids; tall, reed-like stems lined w/ succulent leaves & topped by clusters of small, orange & gold orchid flowers w/ fringed lips; bloom in warm weather; protect from frost. [6] (F*)

Orchid -Epidendrum hybrid (Purple), "REED-STEMMED EPIDENDRUM" - Easy-to-grow orchids; tall, reed-like stems lined w/ succulent leaves & topped by clusters of small, purple orchid flowers w/ fringed lips; bloom in warm weather; protect from frost. [14] (F*)

Orchid - Ludisia (Haemaria) discolor, "JEWEL ORCHID" - Choice, true orchid w/ rosettes of tapered, velvety, near black leaves w/ glowing orange-red filagree veins; 1/2 in., sparkling white flowers in tall spikes; likes warmth & high humidity. [12]

Orchid -Maxillaria tenuifolia, "COCONUT PIE ORCHID" - Small orchid forming small clumps of flattened "pseudobulbs" w/ narrow leaves & small, dark rusty red & yellow orchid flowers deliciously scented of coconut; summer patio/houseplant. [6] (F*S*)

Orchid - Oncidium sphacelatum, "DANCING-LADY ORCHID" - For bright filtered light; indoors all year OR outdoors April to October; tall, branching spikes bearing hundreds of 1-in., bright yellow, crinkled flowers spotted & barred red-brown. [8] (F*)

Orchid - Oncidium 'Twinkles' *, "ONCIDIUM ORCHID" - Outdoors in all but coldest weather, small plant w/ many branching spikes of crinkled, creamy white & orange, vanilla-scented flowers in spring. [20] (F*S*)

Pachira aquatica, "GUIANA CHESTNUT" - Tropical tree for patio in summer, houseplant during cold weather; grown "bonsai" style for its bottle-shaped trunk & elegant, hand-shaped leaves; flowers rare. [16]

Pachystachys lutea, "GOLDEN CANDLE" - Tender shrub for patio in summer or houseplant; bright green, 6 in. leaves w/ stems topped by dense spike of bright yellow bracts & white tubular flowers over long summer season. [10]

Pellaea rotundifolia, "BUTTON FERN" - True fern, for landscape in mildest Inland areas, or good patio/houseplant; tight clumps of fronds w/ dark main stem lined with round, deep green leaflets; near dry between waterings. [20]

Peperomia caperata 'Red Robin', "EMERALD RIPPLE" - Small, mounding houseplant w/ heartshaped, deeply "corrugated," red-backed leaves on bright red stalks & unusual slender spikes of tiny white flowers in late summer; dry between waterings. [20]

Peperomia 'Ginny', "PEPEROMIA" - Easy houseplant w/ thick red stems & succulent, oval leaves variously marked green, cream & red; slender spikes of tiny white flowers in late summer; dry between waterings. [6]

Peperomia obtusifolia, "PEPPERFACE" - Easy houseplant w/ jointed stems lined w/ shiny, deep green, rounded leaves; minute, white flowers held in a long, rattail-like spike; allow soil to dry before watering. [10]

Peperomia obtusifolia 'Variegata', "VARIEGATED PEPPERFACE" - Easy houseplant w/ jointed stems lined w/ shiny, deep green, rounded leaves handsomely marked creamy white; minute, white flowers held in a long, rattail-like spike; allow soil to dry before watering. [6]

Peperomia polybotrya, "PEPPERFACE" - Unusual houseplant w/ jointed stems & scattered, heart-shaped, shiny, succulent leaves w/ water-lily-like stem attachment; allow soil to dry before watering. [6]

Philodendron 'Autumn', "PHILODENDRON" - Tropical perennial forming a dense rosette of 10-in., shiny, arrow-shaped leaves that emerge bright chartreuse, then turn green; houseplant or summer patio plant. [20]

Philodendron scandens 'Brasil', "HEART-LEAF PHILODENDRON" - Easy, fast-growing, vining houseplant w/ reddish leaf stems & dark green, heart-shaped leaves w/ lime-green splotches or stripes. [6]

Pilea cadierei, "ALUMINUM PLANT" - Handsome, shrubby houseplant w/ oval, bright green leaves distinctively spotted w/ silver above & small, fluffy clusters of tiny, creamy white flowers. [10]

Platycerium bifurcatum (mounted), "STAGHORN FERN" - Unusual, easy to grow true fern w/ spongy shield fronds attach to the media, fertile fronds protruding like antlers; best mounted on board or in basket on patio. [15/2]

Plumeria (Blue Ribbon) 'Cerise', "PLUMERIA", "FRANGIPANI" - "Blue Ribbon" variety of this heat-loving, thick-branched, deciduous shrub w/ long leaves tufted at branch tips & clusters of fragrant, extra large, funnel-shaped, cerise flowers in summer. [5] (B*S*)

Plumeria (Blue Ribbon) 'Magenta', "PLUMERIA", "FRANGIPANI" - "Blue Ribbon" variety of this heat-loving, thick-branched, deciduous shrub w/ long leaves tufted at branch tips & clusters of fragrant, extra large, funnel-shaped, magenta flowers over long summer season. [5] (B*S*)

Plumeria (Blue Ribbon) 'Nebel's Rainbow', "PLUMERIA", "FRANGIPANI" - "Blue Ribbon" variety of this heat-loving, thick-branched shrub w/ long leaves tufted at branch tips & clusters of spicely fragrant, extra large, funnel-shaped, flowers colored red, yellow & white. [5] (B*S*)

Plumeria (Blue Ribbon) 'Pink Blush', "PLUMERIA", "FRANGIPANI" - "Blue Ribbon" variety of this heat-loving, thick-branched shrub w/ long leaves tufted at branch tips & clusters of fragrant, extra large, funnel-shaped, flowers - pale pink w/ rose pink margins. [5] (B*S*)

Plumeria (Blue Ribbon) 'Pink Parfait', "PLUMERIA", "FRANGIPANI" - "Blue Ribbon" variety of this heat-loving, thick-branched shrub w/ long leaves tufted at branch tips & clusters of fragrant, extra large, funnel-shaped, flowers - blended pink to rose pink. [5] (B*S*)

Plumeria (Blue Ribbon) 'Puu Kahea', "PLUMERIA", "FRANGIPANI" - "Blue Ribbon" variety of this heat-loving, thick-branched, shrub w/ long leaves tufted at branch tips & clusters of fragrant, extra large, funnel-shaped flowers colored yellow w/ pink & white stripes. [5] (B*S*)

Plumeria 'Guillot's Sunset', "PLUMERIA", "FRANGIPANI" - Heat-loving, thick-branched, deciduous shrub w/ long leaves tufted at branch tips & clusters of 3.5-in., funnel-shaped, yellow & red flowers over long summer season; especially spicy fragrance. [10] (B*S*)

Plumeria 'Paleface Pink', "PLUMERIA", "FRANGIPANI" - Named varieties of this heat-loving, thick-branched, deciduous shrub w/ long leaves tufted at branch tips & clusters of fragrant, funnel-shaped, pink flowers over long summer season. [11] (B*S*)

Plumeria 'Hausten White', "PLUMERIA", "FRANGIPANI" - Named varieties of this heat-loving, thick-branched, deciduous shrub w/ long leaves tufted at branch tips & clusters of fragrant, funnel-shaped, white flowers in summer; sweetly fragrant. [9] (B*S*)

Plumeria 'Hawaiian Yellow', "PLUMERIA", "FRANGIPANI" - Heat-loving, thick-branched, deciduous shrub w/ long leaves tufted at branch tips & clusters of fragrant, funnel-shaped, yellow flowers over long summer season. [10] (B*S*)

Polyscias scutellaria 'Variegata', "DINNER-PLATE ARALIA" - Choice, slow-growing shrub for patio during warm weather or as houseplant; spotted, cane-like stems bear rounded, dark green, leathery leaves w/ creamy white margins; water carefully. [6]

Pseudobombax elliptica, "SHAVING-BRUSH TREE" - Rare, tropical tree for patio curiosity in most Inland gardens; bottle-shaped, green trunk, hand-shaped, divided leaves & spectacular, 4-5 inch, shaving brush flowers in summer/fall. [8] (H*W*)

Rhipsalidopsis gaertneri, "EASTER CACTUS" - Old-fashioned favorite; flattened, jointed, succulent stems & an abundance of bright red, trumpet-shaped flowers w/ many satiny petals in spring & fall. [4]

Rhipsalis pilocarpa, "RHIPSALIS" - Unusual orchid cactus relative forming a much branched, leafless plant w/ slender, cylindrical green stems & satin-petaled, starry, white flowers; good hanging pot or basket plant. [5]

Rhipsalis teres, "RHIPSALIS" - Unusual orchid cactus relative forming a much branched, leafless plant w/ slender, cylindrical green stems & starry, white flowers & translucent berries; good hanging pot or basket plant. [8]

Sanchezia speciosa, "SANCHEZIA" - Handsome houseplant shrub w/ 6-in., pointed leaves that are shiny green w/ mid-rib & main veins outlined in yellow & white; needs high humidity. [5]

Sansevieria parva, "SNAKE PLANT" - Rare miniature species of Sansevieria w/ tapered, dark green, leathery leaves w/ light bands & spikes of small, fragrant, white flowers in summer. [4]

Sansevieria sp., "SNAKE PLANT" - Rare, small species of Sansevieria w/ tapered, furrowed, very rigid leaves that are mottled green w/ sharply defined, light-colored margins. [6]

Sansevieria trifasciata 'Goldiana', "SNAKE PLANT" - Rare selection of Sansevieria forming a striking, upright cluster of narrow, rigid, dark green leaves w/ creamy yellow margins. [3]

Sansevieria trifasciata 'Gray Lady', "SNAKE PLANT" - Rare selection of Sansevieria forming an upright cluster of slender, strap-like, leathery leaves that are banded silver & dark green. [4]

Sansevieria trifasciata 'Golden Hahnii', "BIRD'S NEST SANSEVIERIA" - Dwarf, variegated form of this tough, old-fashioned favorite; patio/houseplant or outdoors in marked zones; rosettes of thick, dark green & horizontally gray-banded leaves, edged creamy yellow. [12] (W*)

Sansevieria trifasciata 'Silver Queen', "SNAKE PLANT" - Rare selection of Sansevieria forming an upright cluster of thick, broadly straplike, leathery leaves that are evenly colored creamy green. [4]

Sansevieria zanzibarica, "SNAKE PLANT" - Unusual house/patio plant w/ long, arching, cylindrical dark green leaves that are banded light green & spikes of white flowers.; keep on dry side. [4] (W*)

Schaueria flavicoma, "SCHAUERIA" - Choice jacobinia relative w/ bright green, tapered leaves & dense, brush-like, spikes of tubular, yellow flowers w/ long-bristled calyces in summer. [9] (H*)

Schefflera arboricola, "HAWAIIAN ELF SCHEFFLERA" - Shrub for patio except during coldest weather, or houseplant all year; deep green, 6-in. leaves divided like a hand into 3-in. pointed leaflets; excellent container plant; flowers unimportant. [29]

Schefflera (Aralia) elegantissima, "FALSE ARALIA" - Distinctive, tropical shrub w/ deep green, hand-shaped leaves divided into slender, toothed leaflets; for patio in all but coldest weather or house plant all year. [12]

Scindapsus aureus 'Marble Queen', "MARBLE QUEEN POTHOS" - Easiest of houseplants w/ heart-shaped, rubbery, rich green leaves irregularly streaked & blotched creamy white; trailing stems can be trained to climb or allowed to hang. [4]

Senecio macroglossus 'Variegatus', "VARIEGATED WAX VINE" - Unusual house or patio vine w/ slender stems, waxy, ivy-shaped, marbled leaves & small, yellow daisy flowers in warm weather; dry between waterings. [10]

Senecio rowleyanus, "STRING-OF-PEARLS" - Most unusual succulent perennial w/ bead-like leaves, each w/ a narrow, clear "window"; tufted white flowers w/ carnation fragrance in late winter; best in container in filtered light. [15] (S*)

Spathiphyllum 'Domino', "PEACE PLANT" - Easy houseplant w/ dependable bloom; deep green pointed leaves, handsomely marbled white & elegant, long-stalked flowers composed of a pure white, flag-like spathe & central white spadix. [4] (F*)

Spathiphyllum hybrid, "PEACE PLANT" - Easy houseplant w/ dependable bloom; deep green pointed leaves & elegant, long-stalked flowers composed of a pure white, flag-like spathe & central white spadix. [12] (F*)

Spathiphyllum hybrid (Dwarf), "PEACE PLANT" - Small form of this reliable houseplant w/ clusters of deep green, pointed leaves & elegant, pure white flower-like bract with protruding spadix; bright indirect light. [8] (F*)

Spathiphyllum 'Sweet Dario', "PEACE PLANT" - Easy houseplant w/ dependable bloom; deep green pointed leaves & elegant, long-stalked flowers composed of a pure white, flag-like spathe & central white spadix. [4] (F*)

Spathiphyllum 'Viscount', "PEACE PLANT" - Medium-sized selection of this easy houseplant w/ dependable bloom; deep green pointed leaves & elegant, long-stalked flowers composed of a pure white, flag-like spathe & central white spadix. [6] (F*)

Strobilanthes dyerianus, "PERSIAN-SHIELD" - Handsome shrubby perennial w/ lance-shaped leaves that are purple below & iridescent above; for summer patio or houseplant during cool weather; flowers inconspicuous [6]

Tabernaemontana divaricata 'Flore Pleno, "CREPE JASMINE" - Choice tropical shrub w/ handsome, rich green, shiny leaves & gardenia-like, pure white flowers that are night fragrant; can be kept outside in all but coldest weather. [7] (F*S*)

Thunbergia erecta, "KING'S MANTLE" - Tender shrub, best as summer patio plant & brought indoors during cold weather; 3-in. deep green leaves & tubular, rich blue-purple flowers w/ yellow throats over long spring/summer season. [10] (H*)

Tillandsia aeranthos, "AIR PLANT" - Unusual "air plant" grows without soil; slender, arched, gray-green leaves eventually forming a ball & spikes of tubular, indigo flowers from rose red bracts in fall/winter; best outdoors. [15] (H*)

Tillandsia albertiana, "AIR PLANT" - Unusual "air plant" grows without soil; tiny plant w/ slender, arched, frosted leaves arranged in 2-ranks & small, cherry red, trumpet shaped flowers in fall/winter; best outdoors. [L-I] (H*)

Tillandsia cf. albida, "AIR PLANT" - Among most unusual of plants forming handsome, 5-in. rosettes of stiff, silvery white, fuzzy leaves & spikes of tubular flowers in summer. [8] (H*)

Tillandsia bulbosa, "AIR PLANT" - Unusual "air plant" grows without soil; small plant w/ tentacle-like leaves from a frosted, bulbous base & tubular, violet flowers w/ brilliant red bracts in fall/winter; best indoors. [15/5] (H*)

Tillandsia butzii, "AIR PLANT" - Unusual "air plant" grows without soil; olive green, tentacle-like leaves from a bulbous base & tubular violet flowers in red bracts in fall/winter; best outdoors in protected spot. [12] (H*)

Tillandsia caput-medusae, "MEDUSA'S HEAD" - Unusual "air plant" grows without soil; tentacle-like leaves from a bulbous base, white-fuzzy throughout, & tubular violet flowers in bright red bracts in fall/winter; best outdoors. [8] (H*)

Tillandsia duratii, "AIR PLANT" - Adaptable"air plant" grows without soil; slender, curiously curled, silver-green leaves & long spikes of small, violet & white, fragrant flowers in fall/winter; best outdoors. [9] (H*S*)

Tillandsia fasciculata, "AIR PLANT" - Unusual "air plant" grows without soil; arched, silver-green leaves & large spikes of tubular, violet flowers from green & red, paddle-shaped bracts in fall/winter; best outdoors. [8] (H*)

Tillandsia filifolia, "AIR PLANT" - Unusual "air plant" grows without soil; symmetrical cluster of slender, gray-green leaves & purple-bracted spikes of tubular, white flowers; best outdoors; hummingbird favorite. [15] (H*)

Tillandsia funebris, "AIR PLANT" - Unusual "air plant" grows without soil; tiny rosette of thick, gray-green leaves & spikes of interesting, tubular, purple & yellow flowers in fall/winter; best outdoors; hummingbird favorite. [6] (H*)

Tillandsia ionantha (Mexico), "AIR PLANT" - Unusual "air plant" w/ pointed, white leaves arranged in a tight rosette that turns crimson in bloom; tubular, violet flowers in fall/winter; best outdoors. [4] (H*)

Tillandsia ionantha (Vera Cruz), "AIR PLANT" - Unusual "air plant" w/ pointed, white leaves arranged in a tight rosette that turns crimson in bloom; tubular, violet flowers in fall/winter; best outdoors. [15] (H*)

Tillandsia juncea (red-green), "AIR PLANT" - Unusual "air plant" grows without soil; spiky clumps of slender, needle-like, gray-green leaves & red-bracted spikes of tubular, violet flowers in fall/winter; best outdoors. [10] (H*)

Tillandsia latifolia, "AIR PLANT" - Unusual "air plant" grows without soil; arched, gray-green leaves & red- & orange-bracted, branching spikes of tubular, violet flowers in fall/winter; best outdoors. [6] (H*)

Tillandsia meridionalis, "AIR PLANT" - Unusual "air plant" grows without soil; rosettes of arched, silver-green, velvety & large spikes of tubular, white flowers from pink bracts in fall/winter; best outdoors. [15] (H*)

Tillandsia mitlaensis, "AIR PLANT" - Unusual "air plant" grows without soil; cluster of curved, thick, white-fuzzy leaves & frosty red bracted spikes of tubular flowers in fall/winter; best outdoors; hummingbird favorite. [12] (H*)

Tillandsia neglecta, "AIR PLANT" - Unusual "air plant" grows without soil; rosettes of arched, gray-green, velvety leaves & short, reddish-bracted spikes of tubular, violet flowers in fall/winter; best outdoors. [16] (H*)

Tillandsia pruinosa, "AIR PLANT" - Unusual "air plant" grows without soil; arching leaves from a bulbous base, olive green & fuzzy & compact spikes of tubular violet flowers in red bracts in fall/winter; best outdoors. [3] (H*)

Tillandsia purpurea, "AIR PLANT" - Unusual "air plant" grows without soil; stiff, silver-green leaves & spikes of heavily fragrant, tubular, violet flowers from frosty, pink bracts in fall/winter; best outdoors. [14] (H*S*)

Tillandsia streptocarpa, "AIR PLANT" - Unusual "air plant" grows without soil; slender, curled, white-fuzzy leaves leaves w/ lavender & white, sweetly scented, trumpet shaped flowers in fall/winter; best outdoors. [4] (H*S*)

Tillandsia stricta, "AIR PLANT" - Unusual "air plant" grows without soil; slender, arched, gray-green leaves eventually forming a ball & spikes of tubular, violet flowers w/ rose red bracts in fall/winter; best outdoors. [15] (H*)

Tillandsia stricta (natural hybrid), "AIR PLANT" - Unusual "air plant" grows without soil; slender, arched, gray-green leaves eventually forming a ball & spikes of tubular, violet flowers w/ rose red bracts in fall/winter; best outdoors. [15] (H*)

Tradescantia spathacea, "MOSES-IN-THE-BOAT" - Easy-to-grow house/patio plant forming handsome clumps of dark green, sword-shaped leaves that are purple below; small white flowers in curious boat-shaped bracts. [10]

Xerosicyos cf. danguyi, "XEROSICYOS" - Unusual succulent vine from Madagascar, climbing by tendrils, w/ stiff, cylindrical stems & dark green, succulent, round leaves to 2 in. long. [5] (W*)

Zamioculcas zamiifolia, "ZAMIOCULCAS" - Rare & unusual calla lily relative w/ thick stemmed, cycad-like leaves & succulent, oval leaflets w/ an almost mirror-like shine; flowers not showy; keep on the dry side. [4]

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