The impressive Alocasia micholitziana ‘frydek’ is a highly unique species of plant in an already diverse, quirky genus of tropical plants! The Alocasia frydek (a much easier name to pronounce than its full scientific name!) is an absolutely elegant plant thanks to its velvety (yes, it feels like velvet) deep, forest green leaves. It is distinctive. It is eye-catching. Like all Alocasia, the Alocasia frydek can be a…
The Hoya australis ‘Lisa’ is a fairly young cultivar with a very distinctive color pattern and palette that reminds me of a juicy summer watermelon! While…
The Alocasia genus is really one of my favorites. Plants in this genus come in a variety of sizes and colors and are known for their…
The Watermelon dischidia, also known by its scientific name of Dischidia ovata, is a charming vining plant with the most adorable egg-shaped leaves. With faint, light…