HOUSE AND PATIO PLANTS (updated 10 October, 2009)

The Friends of U.C. Riverside Botanic Gardens 27th Annual
FALL PLANT SALE

Public Sale Saturday, October 17, 12 noon to 5 pm and Sunday, October 18, 9 am to 3 pm



KEY TO THE CODES AT END OF THE PLANT DESCRIPTIONS:

H* - attracts Hummingbirds
B* - attracts Butterflies or feeds butterfly larvae
W* - Water efficient/drought tolerant plants
C* - California native plant or derivative
F* - especially good cut Flower or cut Foliage
S* - fragrant flowers ("S" for Scented)

The number of plants we expect to have available at the sale appears in brackets at the end of the plant description.

Acalypha hispida, "CHENILLE PLANT" - Fast-growing, easy shrub for summer patio or houseplant; large, heart-shaped leaves & drooping, 5-in., crimson, chenille-like flower spikes through warm weather; pinch to promote bushiness. [6]

Aglaeonema commutatum, "CHINESE EVERGREEN" - Easy, clump-forming houseplant w/ long-stalked, deep, rich green leaves banded silvery green, pale green flowers & showy, orange-red, berry-like fruits. [6]

Aglaeonema modestum, "CHINESE EVERGREEN" - Clump forming, reliable houseplant w/ long-stalked, deep, rich green leaves, pale green flowers & showy, orange-red, berry-like fruits. [4]

Aglaeonema 'Silver Queen', "CHINESE EVERGREEN" - Clump forming houseplant w/ long-stalked, slender-bladed, bright green leaves w/ creamy green mottling & showy, orange-red, berry-like fruits. [9]

Alocasia 'Polly', "AFRICAN MASK PLANT" - Handsome tropical w/ large, arrow-shaped leaves that are deep, glossy green w/ silvery-green main veins & scalloped margins, purple beneath; needs warmth & high humidity. [16/9]

Anthurium hybrids (assorted), "ANTHURIUM" - Handsome houseplant w/ heart-shaped, shiny leaves & exotic "flower" consisting of a heart-shaped spathe & protruding spadix in assorted, named colors; keep warm & moist & mist frequently. [19] (F*)

Aporocactus flagelliformis, "RAT-TAIL CACTUS" - Tropical jungle cactus w/ slender, pendant stems covered in soft spines can hang to 6 ft. & bear showy, three-inch, red-purple flowers in late spring; water moderately, keep drier in winter. [16] (H*)

Amorphophallus rivieri, "DEVIL'S TONGUE" - Smaller version of famous corpse flower; single large, divided umbrella-shaped leaf grows from a tuber;some years producing a huge, calla-shaped, maroon red "flower" w/ odor of rotting flesh. [12]

Ardisia crenata 'Variegata', "VARIEGATED MARLBERRY" - Choice, tender shrub for patio or houseplant; handsome, shiny green, quilted leaves edged creamy white, tiny pinkish, summer flowers & bright red, bead-like berries in fall/winter. [16]

Asparagus setaceus, "FERN ASPARAGUS" - Evergreen, twining vine w/ wiry, thorny stems & paper-flat sprays of dark green, thread-like "leaves" that form fern-like sprays; tiny white flowers & blue berries; long lasting in flower arrangements. [5] (F*)

Bowiea volubilis, "CLIMBING ONION" - Curious South African bulb, the shiny, bright green bulb above the soil surface producing much-branched, bright green, thread-like stems & small, starry, green flowers; summer dormant. [12]

Bromeliad - Billbergia amoena, "LIVING VASE" - Versatile, exotic perennial w/ urn-shaped clusters of coppery green leaves w/ creamy-white spots & cerise-bracted spikes of tubular, apple green & blue flowers; container or landscape. [5] (H*F*)

Bromeliad - Neoregelia 'Rio Red', "LIVING VASE" - Easy plant for patio in all but coldest weather; vase-like rosette of stiff leaves mottled bright red & green; violet flowers born partly submerged in "vase" in center of plant. [14]

Bromeliad - Tillandsia lindenii, "LIVING VASE" - Different from many other Tillandsia sp. in being green and having leaves forming a water-holding vase; spectacular hot pink, paddle-shaped flower spike w/ large, violet flowers; good indoors. [16] (H*)

Buddleia indica, "INDOOR OAK" - Handsome shrubby houseplant or summer patio plant w/ glossy, deep green leaves w/ wavy margins; prune or pinch to maintain bushiness (= Nicodemia diversifolia). [8]

Cissus tuberosa, (NO COMMON NAME) - Unusual, tender vine from Mexico w/ curious, irregularly swollen stems & pretty, snowflake-like, hand-shaped leaves; keep moist in summer, drier in winter. [6]

Clusia rosea, "SIGNITURE PLANT" - Uncommon, tropical evergreen tree w/ tough, leathery, deep green, rounded leaves; adapted to fluxuating water situations and low light; exotic flowers rarely produced in the home. [16] (W*)

Coffea arabica, "COFFEE" - Handsome shrub w/ layered branches of deep green, lustrous leaves, clusters of small, fragrant, white flowers followed by deep red, coffee berries. [16] (S*)

Crossandra 'Florida', "FIRECRACKER FLOWER" - Choice but difficult tropical shrub w/ shiny, rich green leaves & gorgeous, four-sided clusters of brilliant orange, one-sided flowers in summer; needs warmth & humidity. [6]

Crossandra 'Sunshine', "FIRECRACKER FLOWER" - Choice but difficult tropical shrub w/ shiny, rich green leaves & gorgeous, four-sided clusters of brilliant orange, one-sided flowers in summer; needs warmth & humidity. [11]

Ctenanthe oppenheimiana 'Tricolor', "NEVER-NEVER PLANT" - Gorgeous prayer plant relative w/ long, oval, waxy leaves that are dark & gray green banded, then splashed white, the undersides wine red; provide extra humidity. [3]

Davallia mariesii var. stenolepis, "SQUIRREL'S FOOT FERN" - Easy & handsome true fern w/ very, finely divided fronds arising from furry, foot-like rhizomes; fine on patio in moss lined basket (aka. Davallia trichomannoides). [11/9/5]

Dendroseris littoralis, "CABBAGE TREE" - Rare & endangered small tree from the Juan Fernandez Islands; stout trunk & branches, tennis-racket-sized, shiny, dark green leaves & nodding, rich orange daisy flowers; leaves edible. [10]

Dieffenbachia picta, "DUMB CANE" - Popular houseplant w/ thick, cane-like stems & large, leathery, dark green leaves mottled w/ white; keep on dry side. [8]

Dionaea muscipula, "VENUS FLYTRAP" - Most unusual of all plants; rosette of leaves tipped w/ jaw-like lobes which shap shut to trap insects; long stalked cluster of white flowers in summer; best in terrarium w/ distilled water, outdoors in winter. [19]

Dracaena sp. (Drysdale), "CORN-PLANT" - Unusual, shrubby Dracaena w/ slender, cane-like branches bearing rosettes of broad, leathery, lance-shaped leaves & clusters of small, white, deliciously fragrant flowers. [10]

Dracaena godseffiana 'Florida Beauty', "FLORIDA BEAUTY DRACAENA" - Graceful, shrubby house/patio plant w/ arching, wiry stems bearing leaves in two's or three's; leaves are leathery, dark green & hansomely marbled & blotched creamy white. [16]

Dracaena marginata, "RED-EDGE DRACAENA" - Tropical small tree w/ cane-like branches & 1-ft., fountain-shaped heads of slender, strap-shaped, shiny green leaves that are handsomely margined purplish red. [3]

Dracaena 'Ricki', "RICKI DRACAENA" - Striking Dracaena w/ cane-like stems topped w/ rosettes of tapered, strap-shaped, leathery leaves, these deep green w/ a broad, central chartreuse band in the center. [8/8]

Epiphyllum 'Pegasus', "ORCHID CACTUS" - Easy succulent perennial for containers on patio or under trees; flattened, arching, succulent stems produce huge, many petaled, glowing red flowers in spring. [10] (H*)

Eucharis grandiflora, "AMAZON LILY" - Choice perennial for patio in summer, indoors during coold weather; broad, deep greeen leaves & long-stemmed clusters of elegant, pure white, daffodil-like flowers in summer. [10] (S*)

Ficus benjamina 'Variegata', "VARIEG. WEEPING BANYON" - Especially handsome Variegated form of this popular house/patio plant w/ graceful, drooping branches & shiny green, long-pointed leaves marbled w/ creamy white; good in containers. [9]

Ficus deltoidea, "MISTLETOE FIG" - Tropical shrub, grown as houseplant w/ distinctive, broadly spoon-shaped, bright green leaves & showy, pea-sized figs changing from yellow to orange to red. *LAST MINUTE ADDITION [7]

Ficus elastica 'Sylvie', "VARIEGATED RUBBER TREE" - Nice selection of this tropical, evergreen tree; large, shiny leaves attractively marbled cream, green & gray-green; indoor or summer patio site, outdoors in mildest Inland areas. [16]

Ficus lyrata, "FIDDLELEAF FIG" - Tropical tree, grown as houseplant w/ thick, woody branches & leathery, shiny green, prominently veined leaves shaped like a fiddle; pinch when young to give fuller structure. [2]

Ficus maclellandii 'Alii', "ALII FICUS" - New, larger-leafed selection of this fast-growing, tropical tree from China w/ long, narrow, troughed leaves that emerge pinkish; summer patio or all year houseplant; avoid cold drafts. [16]

Ficus microcarpa 'Variegata', "VARIEG. CHINESE BANYON" - Handsomely variegated form of this versatile tree w/ graceful, drooping branches & shiny green, blunt-tipped leaves marbled w/ creamy white; good in containers. [14]

Hibiscus (Al's variegated), "VARIEGATED HIBISCUS" - Tender, evergreen shrub grown for the stalked, toothed leaves that are strikingly mottled w/ dark green, gray green & creamy white; funnel-shaped flowers are pink. [7]

Hoya carnosa, "WAXFLOWER" - Tender, twining vine w/ dark green, succulent leaves & clusters of unusual, waxy, 5-pointed flowers in creamy white w/ a central pink star; allow to dry slightly between waterings. [8]

Hoya carnosa 'Crimson Princess', "CRIMSON PRINCESS WAXFLOWER" - Tender, twining vine w/ dark green, succulent leaves handsomely marbled w/ cream & pink & clusters of unusual, waxy, 5-pointed flowers in creamy white w/ a central pink star; dry between waterings. [16]

Hoya carnosa 'Krinkle Kurl', "HINDU ROPE" - Tender, slow-growing vine w/ dark green, succulent, crumpled leaves closely set along the stems & clusters of unusual, waxy, 5-pointed flowers in creamy white w/ a central pink star. [16]

Hoya carnosa 'Krinkle 8', "WAXFLOWER" - Tender, twining vine w/ dark green, succulent, irregularly quilted leaves & clusters of unusual, waxy, 5-pointed flowers in creamy white w/ a central pink star. [6/4]

Hoya coronaria, "WAX FLOWER" - Tender, twining vine w/ dark green, slightly hairy leaves & clusters of unusual, waxy, 5-pointed flowers colored white, blushed green & deliciously fragrant. [6/4] (S*)

Hoya keysii, "WAX FLOWER" - Tender, twining vine w/ dark green, succulent leaves & clusters of unusual, waxy, 5-pointed flowers colored white, blushed pink. [10]

Hoya macrophylla, "LARGE-LEAF WAXFLOWER" - Tender, twining vine w/ large (to 8 in.), green, succulent leaves w/ handsome, yellow green veination & clusters of unusual, waxy, 5-pointed chartreuse flowers w/ dark maroon centers. [8] (W*)

Hoya multiflora, "SHOOTING STAR" - House or summer patio plant forming slender, arching branches w/ pointed leaves & clusters of unusual, waxy, starry white flowers, tipped yellow; dry between waterings. [12]

Hoya obovatum, "WAXFLOWER" - Tender, twining vine w/ dark green, succulent leaves & clusters of unusual, waxy, 5-pointed flowers in creamy white & a central rose-purple star; allow to dry slightly between waterings. [10] (W*)

Mateleia cyclophylla, "STARFISH FLOWER" - Rare, winter deciduous, caudiciform vine w/ curious corky, above-ground tuber, heart-shaped leaves & velvety, star-shaped, maroon-brown flowers in summer; keep dry in winter. [22]

Monstera friedrichstallii, "SWISS CHEESE PLANT" - Curious, easy-to-grow, tropical vine, cousin to philodendrons, w/ dark green, narrowly heart-shaped leaves perforated by oval holes along each side of the midrib. [5]

Neoalsomitra podagrica, "NEOALSOMITRA" - Unusual, tender vine from Malaysia grown forthe curious, swollen stem base w/ stout, green thorns & heart-shaped leaves; keep moist in summer, drier in winter. [7]

Nephrolepis 'Can-can', "CAN-CAN SWORD FERN" - Tuberous sword fern cultivar w/ gracefully arching, feather-like, bright green fronds to 3 ft. long w/ tips branched out like a fan; multiplies by wiry runners. [6] (F*)

Orchid -- Cymbidium finlaysonianum, "CYMBIDIUM ORCHID" - Philippine orchid w/ narrow, arching leaves & pendulous spikes of yellow-green orchid flowers w/ red stripes; heat tolerant; indoors if temperature drops below 40 degrees F. [3] (F*)

Orchid -- Cymbidium Kusuda Stone 'Gateau Chocola', "CYMBIDIUM ORCHID" - Easy-to-grow, cutflower favorite orchid w/ narrow, arching leaves & spikes of long-lasting, spotted green orchid flowers w/ fragrance of chocolate & vanilla; late summer/fall bloom; heat tolerant. [6] (F*S*)

Orchid - Cymbidium hybrids, "CYMBIDIUM ORCHID" - Easy-to-grow, worldwide cutflower favorite orchid w/ narrow, arching leaves & tall spikes of large, long-lasting orchid flowers in various colors; container plant outdoors in all but freezing weather. [8] (F*)

Orchid - Cymbidium hybrids, "CYMBIDIUM ORCHID" - Easy-to-grow, worldwide cutflower favorite orchid w/ narrow, arching leaves & tall spikes of large, long-lasting orchid flowers in various colors; container plant outdoors in all but freezing weather. [11] (F*)

Orchid -Epidendrum hybrid (Assorted), "REED-STEMMED EPIDENDRUM" - Easy-to-grow orchids; tall, reed-like stems lined w/ succulent leaves & topped by clusters of small orchid flowers w/ fringed lips in assorted colors; bloom in warm weather; protect from frost. [25] (F*)

Orchid - Oncidium sphacelatum, "DANCING-LADY ORCHID" - For bright filtered light; indoors all year OR outdoors April to October; tall, branching spikes bearing hundreds of 1-in., bright yellow, crinkled flowers spotted & barred red-brown. [6] (F*)

Pachypodium lamerei, "MADAGASCAR PALM" - Peculiar succulent tree w/ thickened, spiny trunk topped by palm-like head of strap-shaped leaves; water only when soil is dry, especially in winter. [5] (W*)

Pellaea rotundifolia, "BUTTON FERN" - True fern, for landscape in mildest Inland areas, or good patio/houseplant; tight clumps of fronds w/ dark main stem lined with round, deep green leaflets; near dry between waterings. [20]

Pentas lanceolata (pink), "PINK STAR CLUSTERS" - Tender, shrubby perennial for patio in summer, house in winter; compact clusters of starry, pinkr flowers produced over long summer season; good cut flower. [32] (B*F*)

Peperomia 'Ginny', "PEPEROMIA" - Easy houseplant w/ thick red stems & succulent, oval leaves variously marked green, cream & red; slender spikes of tiny white flowers in late summer; dry between waterings. [6]

Peperomia obtusifolia, "PEPPERFACE" - Easy houseplant w/ jointed stems lined w/ shiny, deep green, rounded leaves; minute, white flowers held in a long, rattail-like spike; allow soil to dry before watering. [8]

Peperomia sandersii, "WATERMELON PEPEROMIA" - Unusual clumping houseplant w/ flat, heart-shaped, succulent leaves, these dark green w/ silver bands; allow soil to dry before watering. [16]

Philodendron 'Autumn', "PHILODENDRON" - Tropical perennial forming a dense rosette of 10-in., shiny, arrow-shaped leaves that emerge bright chartreuse, then turn green; houseplant or summer patio plant. [3]

Pilea cadierei, "ALUMINUM PLANT" - Handsome, shrubby houseplant w/ oval, bright green leaves distinctively spotted w/ silver above & small, fluffy clusters of tiny, creamy white flowers. [4]

Platycerium bifurcatum, "STAGHORN FERN" - Unusual, easy to grow true fern w/ spongy shield fronds attach to the media, fertile fronds protruding like antlers; best mounted on board or in basket on patio. [16]

Plumeria (Blue Ribbon) 'Angus Gold', "PLUMERIA", "FRANGIPANI" - "Blue Ribbon" variety of this heat-loving, thick-branched shrub w/ long leaves tufted at branch tips & clusters of fragrant, rose red & white flowers blushed yellow in the centers. [5] (B*S*)

Plumeria (Blue Ribbon) 'Cerise', "PLUMERIA", "FRANGIPANI" - "Blue Ribbon" variety of this heat-loving, thick-branched shrub w/ long leaves tufted at branch tips & clusters of fragrant, glowing cerise-colored flowers w/ orange centers. [5] (B*S*)

Plumeria (Blue Ribbon) 'Kauka Wilder', "PLUMERIA", "FRANGIPANI" - "Blue Ribbon" variety of this heat-loving, thick-branched shrub w/ long leaves tufted at branch tips & clusters of fragrant, extra large, deep rose pink flowers blushed yellow in the centers. [5] (B*S*)

Plumeria (Blue Ribbon) 'Magenta', "PLUMERIA", "FRANGIPANI" - "Blue Ribbon" variety of this heat-loving, thick-branched shrub w/ long leaves tufted at branch tips & clusters of fragrant, deep magenta red flowers produced over a long summer season. [5] (B*S*)

Plumeria (Blue Ribbon) 'Sundance', "PLUMERIA", "FRANGIPANI" - "Blue Ribbon" variety of this heat-loving, thick-branched shrub w/ long leaves tufted at branch tips & clusters of fragrant, rich coral-colored flowers over a long summer season. [5] (B*S*)

Plumeria 'Guillot's Sunset', "PLUMERIA", "FRANGIPANI" - Heat-loving, thick-branched, deciduous shrub w/ long leaves tufted at branch tips & clusters of 3.5-in., funnel-shaped, yellow & red flowers over long summer season; especially spicy fragrance. [10] (B*S*)

Plumeria 'Makaha Rainbow', "PLUMERIA", "FRANGIPANI" - Heat-loving, thick-branched, deciduous shrub w/ long leaves tufted at branch tips & clusters of 3.5-in., funnel-shaped flowers, a blend of red, yellow & white, produced over a long summer season. [10] (B*S*)

Plumeria (pink), "PLUMERIA", "FRANGIPANI" - Named varieties of this heat-loving, thick-branched, deciduous shrub w/ long leaves tufted at branch tips & clusters of fragrant, funnel-shaped, pink flowers over long summer season. [10] (B*S*)

Plumeria (white), "PLUMERIA", "FRANGIPANI" - Heat-loving, thick-branched, deciduous shrub w/ long leaves tufted at branch tips & clusters of fragrant, funnel-shaped, white flowers in summer; sweetly fragrant. [10] (B*S*)

Plumeria (yellow), "PLUMERIA", "FRANGIPANI" - Heat-loving, thick-branched, deciduous shrub w/ long leaves tufted at branch tips & clusters of fragrant, funnel-shaped, yellow flowers over long summer season. [10] (B*S*)

Polyscias fruticosa, "MING ARALIA" - Choice, slow-growing shrub for patio during warm weather or as houseplant; spotted, cane-like stems bear dark green, leathery, parsley-like leaves; water carefully. [16]

Porphyrocoma pohliana, "ROSE PINE" - Compact plant w/ long, deep green, silver-veined leaves & purple, tubular flowers produced much of the year from a long lasting, cone-like spike of bright red bracts. [5]

Pseuderanthemum atro. 'Tricolor', "MARBLE PLANT" - Tender shrub for patio in summer or houseplant during cold weather; long, shiny leaves handsomely marbled in purple, green & white; flowers inconspicuous. [4]

Schefflera arboricola, "HAWAIIAN ELF SCHEFFLERA" - Shrub for patio except during coldest weather, or houseplant all year; deep green, 6-in. leaves divided like a hand into 3-in. pointed leaflets; excellent container plant; flowers unimportant. [7]

Scindapsus aureus 'Neon', "NEON POTHOS" - Easiest of houseplants w/ heart-shaped, rubbery, rich green leaves, the younger leaves glowing chartreuse; trailing stems can be trained to climb or allowed to hang. [16]

Scindapsus aureus 'Pothos N' Joy', "POTHOS" - Easiest of houseplants w/ heart-shaped, rubbery, rich green leaves irregularly marbled white; trailing stems can be trained to climb or allowed to hang. [16]

Spathiphyllum hybrid, "PEACE PLANT" - Easy houseplant w/ dependable bloom; deep green pointed leaves & elegant, long-stalked flowers composed of a pure white, flag-like spathe & central white spadix. [24] (F*)

Streptocarpella 'Concord Blue', "STREPTOCARPELLA" - Pretty African violet relative excellent for hanging containers; small, fuzzy, succulent leaves & funnel-shaped, lavender-blue flowers over long season. Sunset zones 19-24. [8] (H*)

Syngonium podophyllum 'Allusion Red', "ARROWHEAD VINE" - Unusual form of this easy-to-grow houseplant favorite w/ vining stems & arrow-shaped leaves that are slightly "waffled", russeted pale green, veined & blushed bronze. [11]

Tabernaemontana divaricata 'Flore Pleno, "CREPE JASMINE" - Choice tropical shrub w/ handsome, rich green, shiny leaves & many-petaled, gardenia-like, pure white flowers that are night fragrant; can be kept outside in all but coldest weather. [19] (F*S*)

Thunbergia erecta, "KING'S MANTLE" - Tender shrub, best as summer patio plant & brought indoors during cold weather; 3-in. deep green leaves & tubular, rich blue-purple flowers w/ yellow throats over long spring/summer season. [5] (H*)

Tillandsia aeranthos, "AIR PLANT" - Unusual "air plant" grows without soil; slender, arched, gray-green leaves eventually forming a ball & spikes of tubular, indigo flowers from rose red bracts in fall/winter; best outdoors (mounted). [12/8] (H*)

Tillandsia aeranthos seedlings (mounted), "AIR PLANT" - Unusual "air plant" grows without soil; slender, arched, gray-green leaves eventually forming a ball & spikes of tubular, indigo flowers from rose red bracts in fall/winter; best outdoors. [10] (H*)

Tillandsia albertiana, "AIR PLANT" - Unusual "air plant" grows without soil; tiny plant w/ slender, arched, frosted leaves arranged in 2-ranks & small, cherry red, trumpet shaped flowers in fall/winter; best outdoors. [11] (H*)

Tillandsia bulbosa, "AIR PLANT" - Unusual "air plant" grows without soil; small plant w/ tentacle-like leaves from a frosted, bulbous base & tubular, violet flowers w/ brilliant red bracts in fall/winter; best indoors. [5] (H*)

Tillandsia butzii, "AIR PLANT" - Unusual "air plant" grows without soil; olive green, tentacle-like leaves from a bulbous base & tubular violet flowers in red bracts in fall/winter; best outdoors in protected spot. [17] (H*)

Tillandsia circinnata prolifera, "AIR PLANT" - "Air plant" grows without soil; long, narrow, curved & twisted, silver-green leaves & long spikes of small, violet flowers & a "pup" forming a new plant near the tip; best outdoors. [7]

Tillandsia duratii, "AIR PLANT" - Adaptable"air plant" grows without soil; slender, curiously curled, silver-green leaves & long spikes of small, violet & white, fragrant flowers in fall/winter; best outdoors. [10] (H*S*)

Tillandsia fasciculata, "AIR PLANT" - Unusual "air plant" grows without soil; arched, silver-green leaves & large spikes of tubular, violet flowers from green & red, paddle-shaped bracts in fall/winter; best outdoors. [7] (H*)

Tillandsia geminiflora hybrid, "AIR PLANT" - Unusual "air plant" grows without soil; small rosette of tapered, gray green,-fuzzy leaves & pink-bracted spikes of tubular, dark pink flowers in fall/winter; best outdoors; hummingbird favorite. [12] (H*)

Tillandsia ionantha 'Rosita', "AIR PLANT" - Unusual "air plant" w/ pointed, frosty leaves arranged in a tight rosette that turns deep red in bloom; tubular, violet flowers in fall/winter; best outdoors. [9] (H*)

Tillandsia latifolia, "AIR PLANT" - Unusual "air plant" grows without soil; arched, gray-green leaves & red- & orange-bracted, branching spikes of tubular, violet flowers in fall/winter; best outdoors. [14] (H*)

Tillandsia meridionalis, "AIR PLANT" - Unusual "air plant" grows without soil; rosettes of arched, silver-green, velvety leaves & large spikes of tubular, white flowers from pink bracts in fall/winter; best outdoors. [12] (H*)

Tillandsia neglecta, "AIR PLANT" - Unusual "air plant" grows without soil; rosettes of arched, gray-green, velvety leaves & short, reddish-bracted spikes of tubular, violet flowers in fall/winter; best outdoors. [18] (H*)

Tillandsia pruinosa, "AIR PLANT" - Unusual "air plant" grows without soil; arching leaves from a bulbous base, olive green & fuzzy & compact spikes of tubular violet flowers in red bracts in fall/winter; best outdoors. [9] (H*)

Tillandsia pseudobaileyi, "AIR PLANT" - Unusual "air plant" grows without soil; arching, olive green, waxy leaves from a slender, bulbous base & branched spikes of tubular violet blue flowers in red bracts in fall/winter; best outdoors. [3] (H*)

Tillandsia recurvata, "BALL MOSS" - Toughest of "air plants" - a tiny, branching plant eventually forming a compact ball, w/ slender, arched leaves, often found growing on telephone wires & cacti; best outdoors. [16]

Tillandsia stricta ("black"), "AIR PLANT" - Unusual "air plant" grows without soil; slender, arched, dark gray-green leaves eventually forming a ball & spikes of tubular, violet flowers w/ rose red bracts in fall/winter; best outdoors. [12] (H*)

Turnera ulmifolia, "WEST INDIAN HOLLY" - Semi-shrubby tropical plant w/ long, deep green, toothed leaves & bright yellow, funnel-shaped flowers opening in the morning & closing by noon, these produced through warm weather. [7]

Xerosicyos cf. danguyi, "XEROSICYOS" - Unusual succulent vine from Madagascar, climbing by tendrils, w/ stiff, cylindrical stems & dark green, succulent, round leaves to 2 in. long. [5] (W*)

Zamioculcas zamiifolia, "ZAMIOCULCAS" - Unusual calla lily relative w/ thick stemmed, cycad-like leaves & succulent, oval leaflets w/ an almost mirror-like shine; flowers not showy; keep on the dry side. [16]

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