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Kebrako: complete guide
Aspidosperma quebracho-blanco
Discover the Kebrako, an impressive South American hardwood tree. Learn cultivation, care requirements, and landscape design with this remarkable slow-growing specimen.
Dysphania multifida: complete guide
Dysphania multifida
Discover cut-leaf goosefoot (Dysphania multifida), a unique South American plant with finely divided, aromatic leaves.
Erythrina crista-galli: complete guide
Erythrina crista-galli
Cockspur coraltree is a spectacular flowering shrub from South America. This tropical plant grows to four meters and blooms with brilliant red-orange flowers throughout summer and fall.
Coastal plain yellowtops: complete guide
Flaveria bidentis (L.) Kuntze
Discover the vibrant Flaveria bidentis. Learn about cultivation, blooming and use in tropical and subtropical gardens.
Jacaranda mimosifolia: complete guide
Jacaranda mimosifolia
Discover the enchanting Jacaranda with stunning purple blooms. Learn everything about growing conditions, watering needs, climate zone requirements, and how to grow this magnificent South American tree.
Lecythis zabucajo: complete guide
Lecythis zabucajo
Lecythis zabucajo is a magnificent tree from the Amazon rainforest with unique fruits. Learn how to grow this exotic fruit tree in warm climates.
CampanulaceaeLobelia tupa: complete guide
Lobelia tupa
Discover tupa, a dramatic South American plant with red flowers. Perfect statement-maker for contemporary front garden designs.
Argentine needlegrass: complete guide
Nassella tenuis
Elegant Nassella tenuis is a versatile ornamental grass for contemporary gardens. Discover ideal location, care tips, and maintenance essentials for this South American beauty.
Saxegothaea conspicua: complete guide
Saxegothaea conspicua
Discover Prince Albert's Yew, a unique South American conifer with elegant needle foliage and interesting fruits. Perfect for shaded, moist gardens.
Buenos Aires Nightshade: complete guide
Solanum bonariense
Discover Buenos Aires nightshade (Solanum bonariense), a fascinating South American shrub with purple flowers and ornamental berries. Perfect for warm, sunny gardens and terraces.
Solanum glaucophyllum: complete guide
Solanum glaucophyllum
Discover Waxyleaf nightshade, a South American subshrub with waxy grey foliage and yellow berries. Perfect for warm greenhouse.
Tipuana tipu: complete guide
Tipuana tipu
The Tipu tree is a stunning large South American tree with golden flowers. Learn how to grow, care for and integrate this exotic tree into your garden design.