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Acorus gramineus
(Sweet flag)
A clump-forming grass-like plant related to arum lilies. A variegated form is particularly attractive.
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Aechmea chantinii
(Amazonian zebra plant)
Colourful bromeliad with striking foliage.
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Aechmea fasciata
(Silver vase, Urn plant)
A Brazilian plant with broad leaves that are densely grey-scaled with silver cross banding. The leaves form a funnel from which purple-blue flowers and pink bracts protrude.
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Agave americana
(Century plant, Maguey)
A succulent with sharply pointed leaves of that can grow up to 2m long, which are a grey-green and feel leathery to touch. A branched flower stem, which can grow to 8m long bears dense tapering spikes of bell-shaped creamy flowers.
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Agave americana 'variegata'
(Century plant, Maguey)
Architectural and spiky - it makes a bold statement wherever it is used. Ideal for cooler locations as this plant is quite hardy.
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Agave angustifolia
Small, spiky succulent with variegated leaves. The leaf tips are armed with very sharp spines.
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Agave filifera
(Thread agave)
Small, spiky succulent best displayed in groups. Ideal for feature beds but can look stunning in modern containers for that architectural look. |
Agave utahensis
A low maintenance foliage plant that has succulent, stem-less rosettes of grey-green leaves, that can grow up to 30 cm in length. Rounded tips bear hooked, marginal prickles. In the wild, it bears pale yellow flowers on a tall stalk.
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Aglaia odorata
(Chinese perfume tree, Chinese rice flower, Mock Lemon)
Attractive shrub from Southern China prized for its glossy foliage and fragrant flowers, which are sometimes used for flavouring tea and as a source of a natural insecticide.
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Aglaonema species and hybrids
(Chinese evergreen, Painted droptongue)
Small, green bushy plant with attractive variegated leaves. Many varieties available with a wide range of leaf patterns.
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Alocasia X amazonica
(A sanderiana X A lowii, Elephant-ear plant)
Small plant with striking foliage. Ideal for planting in groups in feature beds. Tolerates low light.
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Aloe aculeata
(Red hot poker aloe)
Compact succulent with a rosette of leaves, each armed with red-brown spines. The flower is bright red-orange, hence its common name.
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Aloe ferox
(Cape aloe)
Small, variegated aloe with sharp, spiny leaf tips. Excellent in feature beds, but beware of the spikes.
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Aloe vera
(Barbados aloe, Medicine plant, True aloe)
Aloe vera is renowned for its medicinal uses, its leaf containing 12 vitamins. The plant is a succulent which forms in clumps with short stems leading to compact rosettes of thick mottled green leaves. In the summer it forms yellow bell-shaped... |
Ananas comosus
(Ananas sativus, Ornamental pineapple, Pineapple)
Attractive bromeliad often used in groups in containers or in feature beds. A variegated form is especially attractive. Very easy to look after.
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Anthurium hybrids
(Oilcloth plant, Painter's palette, Tail flower)
Evergreen erect climbing or trailing perennials, some grown for the foliage others for their bright flower spathes.
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Anthurium scherzerianum
(Flamingo flower, Pigtail plant)
Colourful, flowering plant. Ideal for low light areas where a splash of colour would be welcome. |
Araucaria heterophylla
(Araucaria excelsa, Norfolk Island pine)
Upright conifer with spirally set, needle-like incurved fresh green leaves. Cones seldom form in cultivation.
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Archontophoenix alexandrae
(Alexandra palm, King Alexander palm, King palm)
Tall, solitary palm with distinctive rings on the trunk. |
Areca catechu
(Betel nut palm)
Attractive palm with lush fronds. Bushy in its juvenile form. |
Areca triandra
Elegant palm for use as a small specimen or in mixed planting arrangements.
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Arecastrum romanzoffianum
(Cocos plumosa, Queen palm, Syagrus romanzoffianum)
graceful palm that is often used in groups or as a solitary specimen in formal situations and in large containers.
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Arundinaria amabilis
(Lovely bamboo, Tonkin bamboo, Tonkin cane)
Attractive bamboo that can be used in containers or feature beds.
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Arundo donax
(False bamboo, Giant reed, Spanish reed)
An easy to maintain alternative to bamboo for interiors. Fast growing and with the potential to get very big.
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Arundo donax 'variegata'
(False bamboo, Giant reed, Variegated Spanish reed)
A tall stemmed plant with long, arching, alternate leaves that are longitudinally striped with white. It has the same architectural features as bamboo and is a useful alternative. It prefers higher light levels than the common... |
Asparagus densiflorus
(Asparagus fern, Asparagus sprengeri)
Small, bushy plant with attractive feathery foliage. Does best in good light. Prone to attack by two-spotted spider mites.
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Asparagus falcatus
(Sickle thorn)
This plant derives its name from its sickle-shaped ‘leaves’ and its climbing, 90 cm high prickly stems.
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Asparagus setaceus
(Asparagus plumosa, Fern asparagus)
A small, feathery trailing plant that resembles culinary asparagus, however it is completely inedible.
Flowers, when produced indoors, are white and grow in small clusters. Purple black berries may follow.
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Aspidistra elatior
(Cast iron plant)
The archetypal Victorian houseplant enjoying a resurgence in popularity due to its elegant and architectural shape. Almost indestructible.
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Asplenium antiquum
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Asplenium bulbiferum
(Mother fern)
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Asplenium nidus
(Bird's nest fern)
Fern with fronds that are glossy and apple green in colour. Very attractive and easy to look after.
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Aucuba japonica
(Gold dust tree, Gold-leaf bush)
Small, colourful shrub that is often used in cool or unheated spaces. Can be used out-of-doors.
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Bambusa spp.
(Bamboo species)
Decorative grasses that vary in size and form. Some species can be difficult to maintain indoors.
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Beaucarnea recurvata
(Elephant's foot, Nolina recurvata, Nolina tuberculata, Pony-tail palm)
Unusual plant with a swollen stem base and long grassy leaves. A variegated form has recently become available.
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Bismarckia nobilis
(Bismarck palm)
Elegant fan palm with grey-green foliage. Expensive.
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Blechnum gibbum
(Lomaria gibba)
An attractive miniature tree fern with arching palm-like leaves. The trunk turns black with age and can grow to 50cm in height. This fern likes humid conditions, in which it grows vigorously.
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Bucida buceras
(Black olive, Myrobalan tree, Terminalia bucera, Whitewood)
Attractive tree for well-lit areas. Some examples can be deciduous and will drop their leaves for no readily-apparent reason.
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Calathea crocata
Colourful plant. Must be kept out of direct sunlight. Not good in areas where the humidity is low, e.g. air-conditioned spaces.
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Calathea makoyana
(Brain plant, Cathedral windows, Peacock plant)
Colourful foliage plant, ideal for low light areas. Good for small bowl arrangements as well as mass planting in feature beds. |
Calathea ornata
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Calathea rosea-picta
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Caryota mitis
(Burmese fishtail palm, Caryota furfuracea, Caryota griffithii, Caryota sobolifera, Fishtail palm)
Attractive palm with distinctive foliage. The leaflets have a characteristic torn edge appearance that resemble fish tails |
Chamaedorea cataractarum
(Cat palm)
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Chamaedorea costaricana
(Costa Rican bamboo palm, Showy bamboo palm)
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Chamaedorea elegans
(Neanthe bella, Neanthe elegans, Parlour palm)
Small, bushy palm with delicate foliage. The classic "Parlour palm".
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Chamaedorea erumpens
(Bamboo palm)
A bamboo palm with an erect, bright green trunk. This plant has long arching fronds and open, narrow leaflets. Shoots can form with age from suckers at the base.
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Chamaedorea hooperiana 'King Maya'
(King Maya palm)
King Maya (registered trademark) is a variety of Chamaedorea hooperiana. Relatively new to cultivation. Tolerant of low light levels.
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Chamaedorea metallica
(Miniature fishtail palm)
Small palm with distinctive 'metallic' fronds. Robust and tolerates very low light levels.
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Chamaedorea seifrizii
(Reed palm)
An indoor palm with long bamboo-like canes. The canes grow to form a dense clump of fronds with dark green to grey leaves.
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Chamaerops humilis
(European fan palm)
Only European native palm species. Hardy outside down to a minimum of -5 Celsius.
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Chlorophytum 'Mandarin'
(Chlorophytum 'Green Orange')
Small leafy plant, related to the 'Spider plant' with stunning orange petioles. Ideal where a small splash of colour is needed.
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Chlorophytum comosum
(Anthericum comosum, Spider plant)
A clump-forming stemless perennial with fleshy roots. The leaves, which are variegated with white longitudinal stripes, resemble grass.
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Chrysalidocarpus lutescens
(Areca palm, Butterfly palm, Dypsis lutescens, Yellow butterfly palm)
Attractively named the Yellow Butterfly palm because of its yellow-green feathery willowy fronds branching from its ringed, bamboo-like trunk.
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Cinnamomum kotoense
(Canela, Cinnamomum myrianthum)
Small-medium sized foliage plant that is becomong more popular in interior landscapes. |
Cissus antarctica
(Cissus baudiniana, Cissus glandulosa, Kangaroo vine)
Small, trailing plant ideal for balconies and indoor hanging baskets.
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Cissus rhombifolia
(Cissus rhomoidea, Venezuela tree vine)
Small trailing plant ideal for planting over balconies or in indoor hanging baskets.
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Clivia miniata
(Kaffir lily)
Small colourful flowering plant with attractive glossy leaves. Flowers are usually orange, but lemon coloured varieties have recently become available.
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Clusia rosea
(Balsam apple, Clusia major, Copey, Scotch attorney)
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Codiaeum variegatum
(Croton, Joseph's coat)
A popular choice when localised colour is needed in beds and mixed displays. Some varieties make good specimen plants. |
Coffea arabica
(Arabian coffee, Coffee)
A compact, bushy shrub suitable for mixed beds or as a small specimen. It is best known as the source of most of the world’s coffee beans.
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Cordyline australis
(Cabbage palm, Dracaena indivisa, Torbay palm)
Small, spiky shrub with red-purple foliage. Hardy to quite low temperatures.
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Cordyline stricta
(Dracaena congesta)
Small, spiky shrub resembling a Dracaena. Sometimes sold as Dracaena congesta.
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Cordyline terminalis
(Dracaena terminalis, Ti tree, Tree of kings)
Small ornamentals, often with strikingly coloured foliage. |
Corynocarpus laevigatus
(Karaka, New Zealand Laurel)
Attractive bushy plant from New Zealand. Available in both green and variegated forms. Robust and easy to look after.
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Crassula species
(Horn tree, Money plant)
Popular succulent, often called the money plant. Easy to look after but intolerant of sudden drops in temperature. A wide variety of forms available, including variegated types and the tubular-leaved 'Horn Tree' (Crassula ovata 'Montrose')
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Ctenanthe amabilis
(Stromanthe amabilis)
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Ctenanthe burle-marxii
(Stromanthe amabilis)
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Ctenanthe oppenheimiana
(Never-never plant)
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Ctenanthe setosa
Small ornamental with colourful foliage |
Cycas revoluta
(False sago palm, Japanese sago palm)
A plant that is palm-like in appearance with a crown of glossy, green leaves made up of crowded, stiff, narrow leaflets. The trunk is stout, rough, dark and hairy.
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Cyperus papyrus
(Papyrus)
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Cyrtostachys renda
(Cyrtostachys lakka, Lipstick palm, Sealing wax palm)
Attractive palm with distinctive bright red stems and petioles. |
Dendrobium species
Orchid species that occur in a huge variety of colour and shape. The flowers are usually very elegant and highly fragrant. The flowers feel waxy to touch and generally have a pointed shape. The leaves are often thick and also pointed.
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Dieffenbachia species
(Dieffenbachia amoena, Dieffenbachia maculata, Dieffenbachia picta, Dieffenbachia seguine, Dumb cane, Leopard lily)
A small to medium-sized decorative plant used for its large variegated leaves, which make a good focal point in mixed displays. Occasionally used as a... |
Dizygotheca elegantissima
(Aralia elegantissima)
These are short bush like plants with leaves that change as they mature. In their juvenile state the leaves are slender and jagged, but as they mature they become much broader and turn a very dark green.
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Dracaena arborea
(Tree dracaena)
Tree-like Dracaena with a head of strappy leaves that feature a prominent raised midrib.
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Dracaena deremensis 'Costaricana'
(Dracaena 'costaricana')
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Dracaena deremensis 'Limelight'
Stunning yellow-leaved variety of Dracaena deremensis, which will grow well under low light. This variety looks stunning when planted in a feature bed among dark-leaved varieties. Currently only available in North America.
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Dracaena deremensis 'Lisa'
(Dracaena 'Lisa', Lisa cane)
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Dracaena deremensis 'Michiko'
(Dracaena 'Michiko', Michiko cane)
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Dracaena deremensis 'Riki'
A fairly new cultivar of this popular species. It has thicker leaves, with an interesting ribbed texture, than other varieties of Dracaena.
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Dracaena deremensis 'Warneckei compacta'
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Dracaena deremensis ‘Compacta’
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Dracaena deremensis ‘Janet Craig’
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Dracaena deremensis ‘Warneckei’
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Dracaena fragrans
(Corn plant)
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Dracaena fragrans ‘Massangeana’
(Corn plant, Mass cane)
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Dracaena godseffiana
Colourful shrubby plant with attractive variegated foliage. Has a form unlike most other Dracaenas.
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Dracaena marginata
(Dracaena cincta, Dracaena concinna, Dragon tree)
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Dracaena steudneri
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Dypsis decaryi
(Neodypsis decaryi, Triangle palm)
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Echeveria species
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Echinocactus grusonii
(Golden barrel cactus, Mother-in-law's cushion)
This plant has very sharp spines and must not be placed where children or other vulnerable people may be harmed.
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Ensete ventricosum
(Musa arnoldiana, Musa ensete)
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Epipremnum aureum
(Devil's ivy, Golden pothos, Pothos aureus, Scindapsus aureus, Taro vine)
An easy-to-care for climber or trailing plant, often with highly variegated leaves. Some modern varieties have very large leaves and make good specimens when trained around a moss pole.
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Epipremnum pinnatum
(Monstera nechodomii)
An easy-to-care for climber or trailing plant, often with highly variegated leaves. |
Eriobotrya japonica
(Japanese loquat, Japanese medlar, Nispero)
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Euonymus japonicus
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Euphorbia enopla
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Euphorbia ingens
(Cactus euphorbia, Naboom)
Sculptural succulent, often sold as 'Cowboy cactus', although it is not closely related to true cacti. The plant has sharp spines and the sap is irritating.
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Euphorbia lactea
Unusual succulent that is ideal for desk bowls or where you need a sculptural look. The plant has numerous spines and the sap is irritating.
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Euphorbia pulcherrima
(Flor de Noche Buena, Poinsettia)
A small colourful pot plant produced seasonally, usually for Christmas displays.
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Fatshedera lizei
(Fat-headed Lizzie, Tree ivy)
Shrubby climber that is equally at home indoors and outside. This plant is the result of an intergeneric hybridization between Fatsia japonica and Hedera helix, and first described in 1910.
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Fatsia japonica
(Aralia japonica, Aralia sieboldii, False castor oil plant, Japanese aralia)
Jungly and exotic looking shrub that is fully hardy in much of Europe. A variegated form is also available.
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Ferocactus townsendianus
(Ferocactus peninsulae)
These plants have fierce spines. Do not use where they can be reached by children or other vulnerable people.
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Ficus benghalensis
(Banyan, Bengal fig, East Indian fig, Indian banyan)
As a less formal and more exotic alternative to the rubber plant, Ficus elastica. A good container plant that tolerates relatively low light.
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Ficus benjamina
(Benjamin tree, Small-leaved rubber plant, Weeping fig)
A versatile plant which looks attractive as a stand alone specimen or as part of a mixed display.
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Ficus benjamina 'Nitida'
(Ficus benjamina)
Resembling Ficus benjamina, but without the weeping habit or pointed leaf tips, F. nitida has a more stately appearance and a more defined trunk indoors.
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Ficus benjamina 'variegata'
(Variegated weeping fig)
The variegated form of the weeping fig, this versatile plant looks attractive as a stand alone specimen or as part of a mixed display.
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Ficus binnendijkii
(Ficus alii, Ficus binnendykii, Ficus longifolia, Ficus maclellandii, Long-leaf fig)
A plant that looks attractive as a stand-alone specimen or as part of a mixed display. Larger specimens are especially useful as feature plants in warm, well-lit atria, shopping malls and... |
Ficus cyathistipula
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Ficus deltoidea
(Mistletoe fig, Mistletoe rubber plant)
Climbing fig with interesting triangular leaves. Easy to look after.
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Ficus elastica
(Ficus robusta, India rubber plant, Rubber plant)
Ficus elastica has large, glossy, leathery leaves and a dark brown woody stem. The young leaves are enclosed in a rosy red sheath.
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Ficus lingua
(Box-leaved fig)
Climbing fig with attractive triangular leaves and a rich red-brown stem. Perfect for training around a frame or for making a screen.
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Ficus lyrata
(Banjo fig, Ficus pandurata, Fiddle-leaf fig)
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Ficus macrophylla
(Australian banyan, Moreton Bay fig)
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Ficus microcarpa
(Chinese banyan, Ficus benjamina, Ficus nitida, Ficus retusa, Indian laurel, Malay banyan)
Resembling Ficus benjamina, but without the weeping habit or pointed leaf tips, F. microcarpa has a more stately appearance and a more defined trunk indoors.
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Ficus pumila
(Creeping fig, Ficus repens)
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Guzmania conifera
Rare and expensive bromeliad that always grabs attention. The cone-shaped inflorescence can remain colourful for several months.
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Guzmania hybrids
(Scarlet star)
More than 170 Guzmania hybrids have been produced in a huge variety of colours. Red, pink, purple and yellow are the most common.
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Guzmania lingulata
(Scarlet star)
Small, colourful bromeliads ideal for bowls and to provide a splash of colour in landscape beds.
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Hedera canariensis
(Canary island ivy)
Large-leaved ivy from the Canary Islands.
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Hedera helix
(Common ivy, English ivy, Ivy)
Trailing plant for hanging baskets, troughs and balconies. It also provides ground-cover for landscaped beds.
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Howea forsteriana
(Kentia forsteriana, Kentia palm, Sentry palm, Thatch palm)
A specimen plant that is best displayed on its own. It is very robust and will tolerate a very wide range of conditions. |
Hoya carnosa
(Wax plant)
Small trailing plant with fleshy leaves and umbels of white / pink flowers, which can be quite fragrant.
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Hoya kerri
Small plant with heart-shaped leaves. Traditionally, it is said that when given as a token of love, the giver and receiver are eternally bound to each other.
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Hyophorbe verschaffeltii
(Mascarena verschaffeltii, Spindle palm)
Attractive palm with distinctive orange midribs on the fronds.
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Hypoestes phyllostachya
(Polka dot plant)
Small, colourful foliage plant ideal for desk bowls or as an underplant in feature beds.
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Kalanchoe blossfeldiana
(Flaming Katy)
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Kalanchoe thyrsiflora
Small succulent species with thick leathery leaves. the leaves are covered in a grey, waxy bloom and are edged in shades of red and magenta.
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Laurus nobilis
(Bay, Sweet bay)
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Licuala grandis
(Ruffled fan palm)
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Liriope muscari
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Livistonia chinensis
(Chinese fan palm, Livistonia oliviformis)
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Livistonia rotundifolia
(Footstool palm, Round leaf fan palm)
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Maranta leuconeura
(Prayer plant, Rabbit's foot, Ten commandments)
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Metrosideros excelsus
(Metrosideros tomentosus, New Zealand Christmas tree, Pohutukawa)
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Miltonia species
(Pansy orchid)
Colourful orchid with large, pansy-like flowers.
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Monstera deliciosa
(Ceriman, Hurricane plant, Philodendron pertusum, Swiss cheese plant)
Monstera deliciosa has shiny, cordate leaves that are deeply incised and may reach 50 centimetres or more in length. The lobes are perforated with large holes and are either deep green or variegated with... |
Musa basjoo
(Japanese banana)
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Musa coccinea
(Flowering banana, Musa uranoscopus)
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Musa nana
(Common banana, Musa acuminata)
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Musa ornata
(Flowering banana, Ornamental banana)
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Neoregelia carolinae
(Blushing bromeliad)
A small, decorative plant that is quite stunning when viewed from above. It provides a splash of colour in mixed displays and landscaped beds, where it is best planted in clumps of three or five.
Many varieties of Neopregelia are quite hardy.
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Nephrolepis exaltata
(Boston fern, Sword fern)
A popular plant for hanging baskets and mixed displays, where its textured fronds contrast well with the foliage and flowers of other species. Also good in mass bedding on landscape schemes. Suitable for use around swimming pools.
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Olea europaea
(European olive)
Beautiful trees with grey-green foliage. Adapts well to interior conditions. |
Ophiopogon planiscapus 'nigrescens'
(Black dragon, Black goat grass, Black Mondo, Lily turf)
A low-growing, almost black “grass” that provides an excellent contrast with most other plants.
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Pachira aquatica
(Guiana chestnut, Provision tree, Shaving brush tree, Water chestnut)
Unusually proportioned plant. The stem is almost always braided into a plait to give it some rigidity.
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Pachycereus pringlei
Very spiny plant - be careful! |
Pandanus utilis
(Screw pine)
Beautiful plant with a distinctive spiral growth pattern, hence its common name. Watch out for sharp spines on the leaf edges and midribs.
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Phalaenopsis species
(Moth orchid)
Popular orchids for most interior situations. Modern varieties are very easy to grow and produce an abundance of flowers.
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Philodendron 'Brasil'
(Variegated philodendron)
New variegated variety of Philodendron resembling Philodendron scandens and the Epipremnum (Scindapsus) species. Ideal in hanging pots and for trailing over balconies.
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Philodendron 'Xanadu'
Recent cultivar characterised by its finely lobed, glossy foliage.
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Philodendron bipennifolium
(Fiddle-leaf philodendron, Philodendron panduraeforme)
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Philodendron bipinnatifidum
(Philodendron 'Barryi', Philodendron selloum, Tree philodendron)
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Philodendron erubescens
(Blushing philodendron)
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Philodendron scandens
(Heart leaf philodendron)
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Phoenix canariensis
(Canary Islands date palm)
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Phoenix roebelenii
(Pygmy date palm)
Stately palm with a defined trunk. Available in a wide variety of sizes and is best used as a stand-alone specimen.
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Phyllostachys aurea
(Golden bamboo)
Attractive bamboo with golden canes and pale foliage.
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Phyllostachys nigra
(Black bamboo)
Attractive bamboo with jet black canes. The colour of the canes is affected by water and nutrients.
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Platycerium bifurcatum
(Stag's horn fern)
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Pleomele reflexa 'Anita'
(Dracaena reflexa 'Anita')
New cultivar of Pleomele reflexa. Very elegant. Relatively expensive due to its current rarity. |
Pleomele reflexa 'Song of India'
(Dracaena reflexa 'Song of India')
A decorative foliage shrub which provides a good focal point in mixed displays. Large examples of the variegated form make excellent and unusual specimen plants.
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Pleomele reflexa 'Song of Jamaica'
(Dracaena reflexa 'Song of Jamaica')
A decorative foliage shrub which provides a good focal point in mixed displays. Large examples of the variegated form make excellent and unusual specimen plants.
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Podocarpus gracilior
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Podocarpus latifolius
(Podocarpus milanjianus, Podocarpus thunbergii, Yellow wood)
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Podocarpus macrophyllus
(Buddhist pine, Chinese yew, Japanese yew)
A useful small specimen for containers or feature beds, especially in unheated and draughty areas.
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Polyscias balfouriana
(Balfour aralia, Black aralia, Polyscias scutellaria 'Balfourii')
Shrubby tree with attractive leaves. |
Polyscias balfouriana 'marginata'
(Dinner plate aralia, Polyscias scutellaria 'Balfourii')
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Polyscias balfouriana 'pinnata'
(Polyscias scutellaria 'pinnata')
Small, shrubby plant with attractive foliage. Ideal where the 'look' required is not overtly tropical.
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Polyscias balfourinana 'crispata'
(Chicken gizzard aralia, Polyscias scutellaria 'Balfourii')
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Polyscias fruticosa
(Ming aralia)
Attractive bush with delicate fern-like foliage.
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Polyscias guilfoylei
(Celery leaf aralia, Lace aralia, Oak-leaf panax)
Attractive, bushy specimen with divided leaves, sometimes thought to resemble oak leaves or celery leaves - hence two of its common names.
A variegated form, var. 'Victoriae' is also available and has the common name 'Lace aralia'.
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Pseudopanax laetus
(Shiny lancewood)
Elegant bush with distinctive deep red stems and leaf petioles. Hardy to -5 degrees Celsius, but also very good indoors.
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Ptychosperma elegans
(Alexander palm, Seaforthia elegans, Solitaire palm)
A tall, elegant palm used as a specimen in interior landscapes, feature beds and large containers.
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Radermachera sinica
(China doll, Stereospermum sinicum)
A compact, bushy shrub suitable for mixed beds or as a small specimen.
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Ravenea rivularis
(Majesty palm, Ravenea glauca)
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Rhapis excelsa
(Kannonchiku, Lady palm)
A slow-growing, miniature fan palm with shiny, dark green leaves. The unbranched, rigid, bamboo-like stems are covered with a coarse, brown fibre.
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Rhipsalidopsis gaertneri
(Easter cactus, Haitoria gaertneri, Schlumbergera gaertneri)
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Rhipsalis pilocarpa
(Erythrorhipsalis pilocarpa)
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Rhoeo discolor
(Boat lily, Cradle lily, Men in a boat, Moses in his cradle, Moses in the bulrushes, Moses on a raft, Oyster plant, Rhoeo spathacea, Tradescantia spathacea)
Small foliage plant with velvety leaves from Southern Mexico, Belize and Guatamala. It... |
Rhoicissus capensis
(Cape grape, Cissus capensis)
Elegant vine species that is ideal for planting in balcony containers or to trail over walls and room dividers.
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Sansevieria cylindrica
Very odd looking plant that is fairly new to the market. Long, succulent fingers appear to wave at the viewer. Easy to maintain, but it must not get chilled.
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Sansevieria trifasciata ‘Hahnii’
(Dwarf snake plant)
A small, spiky varient of the 'Mother-in-law's tongue'. Equally as easy to maintain. Ideal for desk bowls and receptions in modern buildings.
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Sansevieria trifasciata ‘Laurentii’
(Mother-in-law's tongue)
An old favourite enjoying a comeback. The upright, spkiy nature of the plant suits many minimalistic interiors.
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Sansevieria zeylanica
(Ceylon bowstring hemp)
Resembling the more common Sansevieria trifasciata and useful in the same way, this species has a different range of leaf patterns.
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Schefflera actinophylla
(Brassaia actinophylla, Queensland umbrella plant, Schefflera 'Amate')
Schefflera actinophylla has large, leathery leaves attached by thick stalks to the tree-like stem.
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Schefflera arboricola
(Heptapleurum arboricola, Umbrella plant)
Schefflera arboricola is an erect, well-branched shrub or tree with palmate, glossy foliage. A variegated form is also available.
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Schefflera pueckleri
(Mallet flower, Tupidanthus calyptratus)
Attractive shrub resembling Schefflera actinophylla, although the leaves are usually darker green and have more prominent veins.
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Schlumbergera X buckleyi
(Christmas cactus, Schlumbergera X bridgesii)
Colourful epiphytic cactus with exotic flowers that bloom around Christmastime. Robust and tolerant of neglect.
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Scindapsus pictus
(Satin Potho, Silver vine)
Climbing / trailing species with attractive variegated foliage.
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Selaginella 'Jori'
Small, clump-forming moss ideal as underplanting or in bowls. Must be kept very moist. |
Senecio crassissimus
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Senecio haworthii
(Coccoon plant, Kleinia haworthii, Kleinia tomentosa)
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Siderasis fuscata
Small foliage plant with purple-tinted leaves. Ideal for underplanting in feature beds, or in desk bowls. The leaves have a soft, downy texture.
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Sparmannia africana
(African hemp, African linden, House lime)
Unusual shrubby plant with large, soft, downy leaves. Small bright flowers are sometimes produced indoors.
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Spathiphyllum large hybrids
(Euro 92, Mauna loa, Peace lily, Sensation)
Hybrid forms of Spathiphyllum species that are often used as stand-alone specimens. |
Spathiphyllum wallisii
(Peace lily, White sails)
Occasionally used as a small specimen plant but more commonly found in single or mixed displays, or as under planting to larger species. |
Strelitizia nicolai
(White bird of paradise)
Similar to Strelitzia reginae, the 'Bird of Paradise' plant. This species has white and blue inflorescences. In the wild, it can grow to a height of 4 metres, though they are much smaller when grown indoors.
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Strelitzia reginae
(Bird of paradise plant, Crane flower)
The amazing flowers of this plant resemble the heads of exotic birds, such as cranes or birds of paradise.
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Stromanthe sanguinea
Shrubby plant ideal for feature beds. The plant is distinguished by the blood red colour on the underside of the leaves, hence its specific name: sanguinea, from the latin word for blood.
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Syngonium podophyllum
(Goosefoot vine, Nephthytis liberica, White butterfly)
Small variegated aroid that is often trained to climb a pole or hang from a basket. Available with a wide range of leaf patterns. Very easy to maintain.
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Tetrastigma voinierianum
(Chestnut vine, Lizard plant)
Climbing plant, related to the grape. Ideal where you need to cover a wall or to provide a backdrop to a jungly plant display. This plant will tolerate quite cool conditions.
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Tillandsia cyanea
(Pink quill, Tillandsia morrenniana)
Small bromeliad with an unusual infloresence. The small, violet flowers emerge one-by-one from the bright pink spathe.
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Tillandsia usneoides
(Spanish moss)
Neither Spanish, nor a moss. This unusual species is actually a bromeliad, related to the pineapple! Most often used as a top dressing or as an accessory to other plant displays.
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Trachycarpus fortunei
(Chinese windmill palm, Chusan fan palm, Windmill palm)
Large, solitary palm that is ideal for cool locations. Hardy to -10 Celsius. This fan palm is available in a range of sizes from small container specimens to huge trees to fit large atriums.
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Trichilia emetica
(Natal mahogony, Trichilia dregei)
The Natal Mahogony is a tough small specimen that has only recently come on to the market beyond its native South Africa. Easy to look after and a good alternative to plants such as Schefflera spp.
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Veitchia merrillii
(Adonidia palm, Christmas palm, Manila palm)
Usually used as a large, solitary specimen. This elegant palm has grey-green foliage and an attractively banded trunk. Small specimens for containers have recently become available.
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Vriesea 'poelmanii'
(V. gloriosa X V. vangeertii)
Colourful bromeliad ideal for desk bowls or reception planters. The flower spike will retain its colour for several weeks.
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Vriesea splendens
(Flaming sword)
Colourful bromeliad with a scarlet flower spike and banded leaves in shades of grey and green. Perfect for spaces where you need a bright splash of colour.
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Washingtonia filifera
(California palm, Cotton palm, Desert fan palm, Petticoat palm, Pritchardia filifera, Washingtonia palm)
Stately palm that can grow to a height of several metres. Often used in large interior landscapes, although smaller specimens are now available.
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Xanthorrhoea species
(Black boy, Grass tree)
Rare and expensive. Trade in this species is tightly regulated.
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Yucca elephantipes
(Spineless yucca, Yucca gigantea, Yucca guatamalensis, Yucca lenneana)
A specimen plant used for the architectural value of its leaf clusters, sprouting from upright or branched trunks of varying height. |
Yucca rostrata
Striking specimen plant with a crown of long, pointed leaves. Quite expensive, but a wonderfully architectural species. The leaf tips have VERY sharp points.
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Zamioculcas zamiifolia
('ZZ' plant, Aroid palm, Zu Zu plant)
Unusual succulent with shiny leaves and thick fleshy stems. Tolerates very low light and needs only small amounts of water. An excellent small specimen plant that is best displayed on its own.
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