TROPICAL LOOKING PLANTS - Other Than Palms

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   Mango R2E2 in garden in Kona

   October 17, 2009 by Al in Kona

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   Here is our mango R2E2 growing in the garden and also 2-pics of ripe fruit from the tree being held by grandchildren. I was told that the variety R2E2 was a seedling tree from a Kent mango growing in Australia. The fruit is quite large, sweet excellent flavor and is fiberless.

   

   Last reply by ariscott, October 19, 2009
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   mystery spotted plant

   October 17, 2009 by Al in Kona

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   A friend brought me this unique plant and said the nursery where it came from did not know what it was either. I have no idea how big it might grow tho right now in its tiny container it is about 20cm (8") tall and about 30cm (1ft.) wide. Almost looks like a small rather soft thornless Agave, but that's just a wild guess. Probably not that at all. Anybody know or wanna take a guess at it?

   

   Last reply by fastfeat, October 18, 2009
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   An Australian Grass Tree in the garden

   October 16, 2009 by Al in Kona

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   Here is a pic of our Australian Grass Tree flowering in the garden now. It's been a rather slow grower but guess that's normal from what I hear. Have no idea which species this might be. Anybody have any clue just by looking at the pic?

   

   Last reply by freakypalmguy, October 16, 2009
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   Silk floss tree

   October 2, 2009 by amazonman

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   I just got a pod off of this beautiful tree. How do i germinate these seeds? Do i need to dry them out in the sun? Any advice would help...thanks

   

   Last reply by bubba, October 16, 2009
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   new hanging basket plant - orange flowers

   October 13, 2009 by Al in Kona

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   Just went to Lowes and they had one plant left of this flowering hanging pot. I thought it was very colorful and would add color hanging at our entrance. It has red-orange flowers. No tag on it so I do not know what it is. Can anyone help identify it?

   

   Last reply by Al in Kona, October 15, 2009
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   ID for tree in Panama canal zone

   October 13, 2009 by anthrome

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   see link

   

   Last reply by fastfeat, October 14, 2009
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   Brownea seeds---when do I harvest and plant?

   September 6, 2009 by metalfan

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   My Brownea grandiceps bloomed and now I have a seed pod. I want to harvest and plant the seeds but I don't know when to do it. Should I pick the pod now while its green? Or should I wait til it falls off, or turns darker or dries out?

   

   Last reply by anthrome, October 13, 2009
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   Tree suggestions for Kingston, Jamaica

   October 5, 2009 by Peter

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   A relative of mine lives in Kingston, Jamaica and she wants a fast growing tree that will provide dappled shade. The proviso is that Kingston has a pronounced dry season, so the tree must be able to withstand long periods of drought. Suggestions welcome!

   

   Last reply by anthrome, October 13, 2009
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    Begonias

    October 4, 2009 by John Case

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    My wife has convinced me that begonias, primarily cane and rex, will be the perfect understory for the palms..... While they add a lot of color and interest to the eye. I am not certain that they are necessarily compatible. I haven't seen many begonia photos here...am I just being suspect? They seem to be very easy to grow here, I have propagated a number of ours into pots. I'm looking for some response to determine if this makes sense...... Thanks, John

    

    Last reply by bahia, October 12, 2009
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    Aechmea Black Chantinii

    September 26, 2009 by edric

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    noticed this yesterday, and it's got a pup coming up, Ed

    

    Last reply by edric, October 11, 2009
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    Hippies

    September 23, 2009 by Walter John

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    Here's two of mine, so far.

    

    Last reply by Walter John, October 11, 2009
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    Typhonodorum lindleyanum

    July 15, 2009 by Really full garden

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    I was excited to see RPS had these on their latest list. This very large aquatic aroid has been on my wish list for some time.From what I have been able to find ,the seeds will germinate in a few days in warm water and then can be potted up and grow quickly depending on pot size ,water temps and fertiliser.Any advice on germinating this spectacular aroid?

    

    Last reply by Carlo Morici, October 11, 2009
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    Tillandsia fasciculata var. densispica

    October 10, 2009 by edric

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    For those of you who don't already know, nature provided these for me, I live so close to the wildlife refuge, with a little extra care, I have managed to get some size out of them, Ed

    

    Last reply by edric, October 10, 2009
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    Fern Help.

    October 10, 2009 by OverGrown

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    Can someone tell me what might be going on with my fern? I recently moved it indoors since the weather is getting cooler. Location is Brooklyn, NY. Root ball stays adequately moist, I've checked for root rot but there is none. The browning/black edges started outdoors on a few leaves once the new angle of sun started to hit it, but never for more than an hour or two. I've since cut those fronds and now the problem still persists with holes starting to develop on the leaves. As it sits now (southwest facing window)...From left to right, Variegated Lace Fern, Dypsis cabadae, & I'm not sure what variety it is but its the last one on the right. Cl…

    

    Last reply by Gonzer, October 10, 2009
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    foliage and tropical plants at the FNATS Landscape trade show in Orlando

    October 7, 2009 by Eric in Orlando

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    Here are some of the more unusual foliage and tropical plants I saw at the FNATS Landscape trade show last week here in Orlando. Agave 'Cornelius' Dyckia 'Cherry Cola' Musa 'Black Thai'

    

    Last reply by Jose Maria, October 10, 2009
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    new cycad addition

    October 10, 2009 by SFloridacollector

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    I reworked a section of the garden today to include a new cycad. It's the middle plant. I hope somebody can give me confirmation on the identity. I've had it about 6 weeks and have been getting it acclimated to harden off a flush before planting it out. I'd enjoy seeing what others are proud of in their gardens. Hecklers can skip the innuendo and go on outside to snap a photo of a plant. Thanks, Chip

    

    Last reply by George Sparkman, October 10, 2009
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    Glow in the dark mushrooms

    October 6, 2009 by Gbarce

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    THese are cool. I wonder where you can get spores of these. I'd love to try these out. http://www.wired.com/wiredscience/2009/10/...=1&mbid=yhp

    

    Last reply by Scott Cohen, October 9, 2009
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    Magnolia 'Pure Joi'- a variegated tropical hybrid Magnolia

    October 6, 2009 by Eric in Orlando

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    This is our <i>Magnolia</i> 'Pure Joi', a variegated hybrid between <i>M. champaca </i>and <i>M. bailloni</i>, both SE Asian species that were formerly placed in <i>Michelia</i>. It hasn't flowered yet but is about 6ft tall now and should in the next year. Often the leaves come out solid green and develop variegation or come out solid cream and develop green coloring. This will be a beauty as a mature tree full of fragrant white flowers.

    

    Last reply by Eric in Orlando, October 8, 2009
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    Zamia furfuracea

    September 26, 2009 by edric

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    Three flowers, look like female to me, Ed

    

    Last reply by edric, October 6, 2009
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    Indoor cycads

    October 5, 2009 by Gtlevine

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    I am told that Zamia Lendinii is a good cycad for indoor growing and it will take dry air and low humidity. What are your experiences with indoor cycads, which are the best, etc..... Gary

    

    Last reply by Mark_NoVA, October 6, 2009
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    BROMELIADS

    September 17, 2009 by Tassie_Troy1971

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    I want to get some to plant around my palms !

    

    Last reply by palmmermaid, October 6, 2009
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    Pink leaved heliconias

    October 3, 2009 by metalfan

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    Does anyone know if the old heliconia with the pink striated leaves called Heliconia indica cv spectabilis is the same as the one being sold currently as Heliconia illustris aureo striata?

    

    Last reply by palmmermaid, October 6, 2009
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    Hawaii photos

    October 4, 2009 by Justin

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    Plants not endemic to Hawaii, and plants not currently residing in Hawaii. But they remind me of Hawaii nonetheless. Hawaii plant pics

    

    Last reply by bahia, October 5, 2009
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    Lets talk about lawns 1 2

    September 27, 2009 by Bags

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    I am finding it can be difficult to find the right lawn for various conditions. I have a dog and various shade and sun parts of my yard that are creating different challenges. My front yard has a bermuda hybrid that looks good and never gets any burn from my dogs urine. It is a creaping grass that will cover any bad spots quickly. The problem with this grass is it goes dormant when the weather gets cool and it will only survive in full sun, so this may be a problem as my yard fills in, but for now it is great. In my back yard I have Tall Fescue. It is north facing so is full shade in the winter and full sun in the summer. It also stays very wet in the shade. …

    

    Last reply by Moose, October 4, 2009
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    Zamia roezlii

    October 3, 2009 by Mr Cycad

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    Hi group. Below is a shot of one my my Zamia roezlii with a recent leaf flush - I love the colour of these things!!! Cheers - Kurt

    

    Last reply by Scott Cohen, October 4, 2009