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Alocasia
Elephant ear plants (Colocasia esculenta) are a group of tropical perennials that grow from tubers or from Rhizomes. They are grown for their large, heart-shaped leaves and for the fact that they prefer to grow in moist soil and shaded areas. As long as it is kept well watered, an elephant ear plant will thrive in any moist, shady location in your home or garden. Elephant ears are easy to grow and can be moved indoors during the colder months of the year.
There are several varieties of elephant ear plants available to choose from. Some varieties have green leaves with a purple underside while others have variegated leaves that have splashes of white along with shades of purple and green. Hybrid varieties such as ‘Black Magic’ have almost black colored leaves with a metallic sheen while others such as ‘Pink China’ have pink veins running through them instead of being uniformly green all over like most other varieties.
Alocasia macrorrhizos
Alocasia macrorrhizos is a species of flowering plant in the arum family Araceae. It is native to eastern Asia, where it is native to tropical and subtropical areas from India to southern China, Malaysia, Australia, and throughout Polynesia.
It produces large leaves that can grow up to 1m long and wide. The leaf blade has a sagittate shape with an acute apex. They are often colored reddish on their upper surface, especially in bright light conditions.
Amorphophallus konjac
Amorphophallus konjac is a perennial plant that can grow up to 5 feet tall. It blooms every year in late winter to early spring and has a large, fleshy corm. The leaves are green, glossy, and heart-shaped with wavy edges. Amorphophallus konjac produces white flowers on top of a stalk that grows from the center of its corm. This plant is also known as elephant yam or devil’s tongue, which may sound intimidating but it actually has harmless roots.
These plants have been used for centuries in Asia as medicine and food due to their high nutritional value–it’s packed with vitamins A and C! They’re also low in fat so they make great snacks if you’re looking for something healthy but satisfying.
Amorphophallus konjac is an excellent choice if you want something easy to care for because they don’t require much water or fertilizer–you’ll just need enough sunlight daily (or at least 4 hours).
Angelica gigas
The Angelica gigas is a species of flowering plant in the Apiaceae family. It is a perennial herb that grows about 2 to 4 feet tall. The flower petals are purple and white, with a large, flat seed head. Flowering occurs between June and September.
It is native to Korea and Japan but has been introduced in other parts of the world, such as South Africa. It can be grown as an ornamental plant and also has medicinal uses. It is listed as an endangered species by the IUCN.
Aristolochia fangchi
- Aristolochia fangchi (梗蛇舌草), an ornamental flower native to Southeast Asia, has been used in traditional herbal medicine.
- Though it is toxic and can cause kidney damage, people who regularly consume A. fangchi may be protected against kidney disease later in life.
Asarum caudatum
The Asarum caudatum is a low-growing, evergreen, perennial herb. Its native range is from Northern California to British Columbia. It has a short stem and large heart-shaped leaves. The flowers are brown, yellow or red.
Asimina triloba (pawpaw)
Finally, we have the pawpaw tree. You may know this one falls into the category of a fruit tree, but did you know it is native to North America and was actually eaten by George Washington? It bears large fruits that resemble mangos. While it is best known for its edible properties, it is also an ornamental plant that deserves a spot in your yard.
The pawpaw tree can grow in shade and also sports beautiful flowers in springtime. It is also a long-lived tree and produces some of the largest leaves of any flowering plant in the United States—as large as six feet across! Sadly, many species of these trees are endangered.
Brugmansia sanguinea
- Brugmansia sanguinea: This plant is known for the deep red color of its flowers and its ability to attract hummingbirds. Its native habitat is the Andes mountains, so it prefers cool weather and partial shade, but it can usually be grown in warmer climates. Its flowers are large and fragrant, making them popular for both decorative and medicinal purposes; however, it is poisonous when consumed. It is sometimes used as a hallucinogen due to its powerful toxin and blooms in late spring or early summer.
Brunfelsia pauciflora (Yesterday-Today-and-Tomorrow)
Although it’s botanically known as Brunfelsia pauciflora, this is better known as the “Yesterday-Today-and-Tomorrow” plant. This is because its flowers come in a range of shades, from bright purple to lavender blue and then white. Each flower lasts just one day, but flowering lasts for months.
It grows into a shrub up to three feet high and wide, making it ideal for borders or containers on a patio or balcony. In colder climates where temperatures drop below freezing in winter, grow this in a pot so you can move it inside over winter.
This is a list of popular ornamental plants.
- Sunflower
- Gourd
- Hibiscus
- Marigold
- Hydrangea
- Carnation
- Delphinium
- Poppy
- Amaryllis
Have you ever looked at a plant and wondered, “What are you here for? What’s your purpose in life?”
Well, wonder no more! We’re here to break down the top 10 most popular ornamental plants on the market right now and tell you what, exactly, they’re doing with their lives.
Top 10 Ornamental Plants and What They Do: A blog about popular ornamental plants and what they do.
To a lot of people, plants are just… plants. They’re pretty to look at, they smell nice, and they don’t make noise (unless there’s an animal in the bush—then all bets are off).
But whether you’re conscious of it or not, plants can do a lot more than just look nice in your garden. The world around us would be unrecognizable without them—from the air we breathe to the clothes we wear.
In fact, here are 10 ornamental plants that are currently booming in popularity and what they do (besides looking great on your patio):
1) Magnolia: This beautiful tree is used for everything from herbal medicine to woodworking and everything in between. It’s also a great source of timber: the wood is often used to make high-end furniture and was even used by some U.S. presidents as flooring in their houses.
2) Rhododendron: This plant produces incredibly fragrant flowers that are popular additions to perfumes and other scented products. It also has a long history of being used in herbal medicine as a treatment for lung congestion and other respiratory problems.
3) Geranium: Did you know that this popular houseplant is actually edible? The leaves are
Have you ever wondered what your ornamental plants were doing besides sitting there, looking pretty?
Well, wonder no more—we’re here to help!
So grab a cup of coffee or tea and sit back. We’re about to reveal everything you need to know about the most popular ornamental plants out there and which ones are making the biggest impact on your life.
We can’t wait to get started!
Plants are mysterious and powerful creatures. They pack a lot of power into their pretty, delicate frames—and the ornamental plants that people keep in their gardens and homes are no exception.
Here are ten of the most popular ornamental plants, and what they can do for you:
1. Lavender—has calming effects that can reduce insomnia, anxiety, and depression
2. Cactus—promotes wealth and fortune
3. Eucalyptus—helps increase focus and mental clarity
4. Aloe Vera—supports skin health
5. Bamboo—attracts luck, happiness, and prosperity
6. Peace Lily—cleans toxins from the air
7. Basil—helps to balance emotions
8. Sage—cleanses negative energy from a space (but make sure to re-energize the space afterward!)
9. Jasmine—promotes relaxation and sleep
10. Orchid—encourages harmony in relationships
Plants are an important addition to any home. They’re easy to care for, they’re beautiful to look at, and they can help you feel relaxed and happy.
So what are the top ten most popular ornamental plants? Let’s take a look!
#10: Iguanodon. These green iguanas are domesticated and trained to live in your home. They absorb water from the air, so they need very little care from their owner.
#9: The Venus fly trap. This plant is carnivorous and will eat small insects that come into contact with its leaves. It’s one of the few species of plants that can move on its own, so it can even hunt for food if its habitat doesn’t have many bugs.
#8: The tardigrade. This moss-like organism is one of the toughest lifeforms on earth, capable of surviving extreme temperatures, pressure, dehydration, radiation…some tardigrades were even sent into space and came back alive!
#7: The desert rose. This plant is a succulent and has roots that look like a rose stem or tree branches. It’s considered a symbol of good luck in some cultures because it blooms under harsh conditions and very little care
10. Daylilies
Like the sun, daylilies are bright and full of energy. They’re also versatile: they can grow in almost any part of your yard! Their colors range from pale yellow to deep orange, so you can match them with almost any color scheme.
9. Lantana
Lantanas, like all plants, need water and sunlight to survive, but they’re much more adaptable than some other flowers. They can grow in full or partial shade, and they’re drought-tolerant once they’re mature! Depending on where you live, lantanas can bloom year-round or just during the summer.
8. White Rock Rose
While white rock roses are native to the Mediterranean and Middle East regions, they have been popularized as an ornamental plant in parts of the United States, Australia, and Europe. They thrive in hot climates and need little water once established. If you want to spruce up your front yard this summer but don’t have time to take care of a big garden or lawn, white rock roses might be for you: since they offer low maintenance once established, you’ll have plenty of time to work on your tan!
7. Hostas
Hostas
1. Joy Plant: This plant is a mean little sucker, but it’s sooo cute! It has tiny leaves that grow in a circle around its stem, and the leaves are like a hundred different colors. They look like little paintbrushes dipped in watercolors. I LOVE this plant.
2. Chinese Fan Palm: This plant is insanely vivacious, so you have to be careful about where you put it—it’ll take over your whole house in no time flat if you’re not paying attention. But it also looks really nice and is pretty easy to care for, so you can see why people love it so much!
3. Lemon Button Fern: How often do plants just smell… DELICIOUS? Probably never, right? Well, this one does! It smells like lemons, and they look like little buttons all over super thin stems (hence the name). People usually keep them outside because they make such a great decoration for their porch or balcony area!
4. Baby Rubber Plant: This is one of my favorite plants ever. I remember when my grandma had one when I was growing up—I used to play with its leaves all the time. It grows really slowly, but its leaves are kind of
