Jaboticaba is the Brazilian term for four very similar species of Myrciaria that produce one of the more interesting-looking tropical fruit trees in the southern half of Florida. The name of the best-known of those species, M. cauliflora, suggests why: It is cauliflorous, meaning that its flowers and fruits are borne directly on the woody…
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Colville’s Glory Tree, like the Royal Poinciana Tree, is native to Madagascar. It was named for a British Governor of Mauritius, Sir Charles Colville. Unlike the spreading canopy of the Royal Poinciana Tree, Colville’s Glory tree is mostly upright, attaining a height of 30-50′. It has bi-pinnate feathery leaves and spectacular orange flowers are born…
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A very beautiful tree from Central America related to Frangipani (Plumeria). It produces tubular white fragrant flowers throughout the year, which contrast nicely against the glossy dark green leaves. It produces so many flowers that the fallen blossoms blanket the ground underneath the tree. This tree can attain a height of 20′, is salt tolerant,…
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Brunfelsia grandiflora is a member of the Solanaceae Family, which its most recognizable member is the Tomato Plant. Its common name, Yesterday-Today-and-Tomorrow, is aptly named, as its flowers start out purple, fading to pale lavender, and then to white over a 3-4 day period. When the shrub is in full bloom in late October –…
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One of the hardiest of vines introduced to the United States is Podranea ricasoliana, the Pink Trumpet Vine. During the fall, winter and spring it bears fragrant pale pink, bell-shaped flowers highlighted by red stripes. The glossy foliage is also attractive. The plant is one of the Bignoniaceae family, which also includes the Jacaranda Tree. The vine…
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