The bunny ears cactus belongs to the Opuntia genus, commonly known as prickly pear. This particular species does not grow as tall as other Opuntias but spreads fairly easily. It’s quite an attractive cactus with elongated tear-shaped pads that are fleshy. This cactus does not have spines but has a multitude of hair-like prickles called … Read more
Haworthia attenuata is one of the most well-known succulents. It is often confused with Haworthia fasciata, with which it shares many of its features. Here’s the main difference between the two: H. attenuata has protuberances on the inner surface of its leaves, making it highly textured. H. fasciata, on the other hand, has smooth inner … Read more
Haworthia limifolia is a tough succulent that can be grown outdoors or indoors. Its light to deep green leaves are highly textural as they have shallow grooves that are oriented horizontally across each leaf. For this reason, the species has been likened to a washboard. The texture, which is only noticeable up close, is pleasant … Read more
Haworthia retusa is a perennial succulent that any collector would love. Its delicate leaves are an absolute joy to look upon due to their translucence. They appear plump with water and just about ready to burst at any given moment! The upper surfaces are faintly lined with green stripes, accentuating the tapered appearance of the … Read more
Plants commonly called Barrel Cactus belong to either the Echinocactus genus or the Ferocactus genus. To a lesser extent, certain species in the Astrophytum, Echinopsis, Sclerocactus, Neolloydia, and Thelocactus genera are also sometimes called barrel cacti. In the Echinocactus genus, there are around six species that are native to Mexico. One of the more common … Read more
Lantanas are a group of over 150 flowering plants that belong to the genus Lantana, and the verbena family, Verbenaceae. They are evergreen shrubs that are normally perennials, but they can be grown as annuals in colder climates. These plants are well-loved garden ornamentals with the most popular variety being L. camara and its cultivars! … Read more
Baby’s breath is a group of roughly 150 flowering plants belonging to the genus Gypsophila, and the pink or carnation family, Caryophyllaceae. There are a few species that have been heavily cultivated for the florist industry as “florist fillers” such as G. paniculata, however, they are also well-loved as ornamental plants for meadow, cottage-style, and … Read more
Anacampseros are a small group of succulents that originated from South Africa. There are about 100 species in this genus. They are generally low-growing plants that can be characterized by their small, very fleshy leaves. These are mainly different shades of green but many have tinges of red and purple, especially when grown in full … Read more
Bird’s nest snake plant has foliage that arises in a rosette formation, unlike those of other varieties that have lengthy leaves. For this reason, the rosette is structurally likened to a bird’s nest. The patterns on its foliage look just like those of the non-dwarf snake plant varieties. If you’re after the typical Sansevieria colors … Read more
Maranta leuconeura, commonly called the prayer plant, praying plant or praying hands, is beloved for its unique geometrical and colourful leaves. Originating from Brazilian rainforests, this herbaceous and rhizomatous perennial is remarkably pretty! These plants also carry a very special meaning. They symbolize devotion and gratitude while encouraging self-reflection and personal growth. Prayer plants are … Read more