Basic Information Common Name: Rhodocolea Scientific Name: Rhodocolea Native Habitat: Madagascar History / Discovery / Cultivator The genus Rhodocolea is endemic to Madagascar, a biodiversity hotspot renowned for its unique flora and fauna. The discovery and classification of Rhodocolea species are attributed to botanical explorations conducted in
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Rhigozum obovatum
Basic Information Common Name: Rhigozum obovatum Scientific Name: Rhigozum obovatum Native Habitat: Southern Africa, specifically Namibia and South Africa (Northern Cape). History / Discovery / Cultivator Rhigozum obovatum, a member of the Bignoniaceae family, is a fascinating shrub native to the arid regions of Southern Africa. Its discovery and f
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Rhigozum
Basic Information Common Name: Rhigozum Scientific Name: Rhigozum Native Habitat: Arid and semi-arid regions of Southern Africa. History / Discovery / Cultivator Rhigozum is a genus of flowering plants in the Bignoniaceae family, primarily found in the arid and semi-arid regions of Southern Africa. The genus itself was established based on botanica
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Radermachera xylocarpa
Basic Information Common Name: Radermachera xylocarpa Scientific Name: Radermachera xylocarpa Native Habitat: Southeast Asia (e.g., Thailand, Vietnam, Laos) History / Discovery / Cultivator Radermachera xylocarpa, a member of the Bignoniaceae family, is a relatively lesser-known species within the Radermachera genus. Its discovery and subsequent in
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China Doll Plant
Basic Information Common Name: China Doll Plant Scientific Name: Radermachera sinica Native Habitat: Southeast Asia, specifically Taiwan and Southern China. History / Discovery / Cultivator Radermachera sinica, commonly known as the China Doll plant or Emerald Tree, is a relatively recent addition to the world of popular houseplants. While the spec
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Radermachera
Basic Information Common Name: Radermachera Scientific Name: Radermachera Native Habitat: Southeast Asia, specifically regions within China, Taiwan, and Thailand. History / Discovery / Cultivator Radermachera, commonly known as the China Doll plant or Emerald Tree, hails from the subtropical mountainous regions of Southeast Asia. Its discovery and
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Flame Vine
Basic Information Common Name: Flame Vine Scientific Name: Pyrostegia venusta Native Habitat: Tropical South America History / Discovery / Cultivator Pyrostegia venusta, commonly known as Flame Vine, is a vibrant and showy climber native to tropical regions of South America, particularly Brazil, Paraguay, and Argentina. Its fiery orange blooms have
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Pyrostegia
Basic Information Common Name: Pyrostegia Scientific Name: Pyrostegia Native Habitat: Brazil, Argentina, Paraguay, and Bolivia. History / Discovery / Cultivator The genus Pyrostegia, commonly known as Flame Vine, is a captivating member of the Bignoniaceae family. The name itself, derived from the Greek words “pyro” (fire) and “st
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Pink Trumpet Vine
Basic Information Common Name: Pink Trumpet Vine Scientific Name: Podranea ricasoliana Native Habitat: South Africa History / Discovery / Cultivator Podranea ricasoliana, commonly known as the Pink Trumpet Vine, Port St. Johns Creeper, or Zimbabwe Creeper, originates from South Africa, primarily the eastern regions. Its presence is particularly not
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Podranea
Basic Information Common Name: Podranea Scientific Name: Podranea Native Habitat: South Africa History / Discovery / Cultivator Podranea, a genus of flowering vines, hails from South Africa, where it thrives in warm, subtropical climates. The name “Podranea” is derived from the Latin word “podex,” referring to the somewhat p