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The Tradescantia sillamontana it is perennial herbaceous plant that belongs to the family Commelinaceaealso known as Tradescantia lanosa. Recognized by designers, gardeners and specialists in general for its excellent decorative qualities. It is a plant spread wildly throughout the Americas, native to Mexico, with endemic characteristics in the dry areas of the region. Description of […]

The Nicotiana benthamiana it is herbaceous plantbelonging to the Solanaceae family. This Nicotiana is a favorite of scientists around the world, who use it in various research and studies on various viruses and vaccines. Origin and habitat It is a native plant of Oceania, more specifically Australia where it can be seen in the wild. […]

The Tremulous people It is a medium-sized deciduous tree that belongs to the Salicaceae family.. Commonly known by the name of aspen. It is one of the most widespread species in the North American territory. It is a short-lived plant that in suitable conditions can reach and exceed 80 years. It has as outstanding characteristics […]

Today we are going to talk about a plant with numerous beneficial effects for health. It’s about the Matricaria chamomillamore commonly known as chamomile. It is a plant used since ancient times by the Egyptians, Greeks and Romans that is used to treat liver diseases and other intestinal pain. We are going to tell you […]

Melaleuca quinquenervia is scientific name of Niaouliis a species of tree that can be presented in small and medium sizes and belongs to the family myrtaceae. Do you need to know more about this plant? Do not miss anything. Delve into reading this article and you will be able to satisfy your curiosity about the […]

Image – Wikimedia Commons / David J. Stang Do you like chili peppers? The truth is that they are very easy to grow plants, so much so that they can be kept in pots without problems since they adapt very well. Most varieties are planted solely for their fruits, but The Black Pearl is so […]

Scirpus lacustris is synonymy (i.e. another scientific name denoting the exact same thing) of Schoenoplectus lacustris. Their common names are multiple and varied, according to the different geographical areas from which the word arises, such as lake junk, bon, reed, lake cirp, sedge, among many, etc. In other words, the lake scum it’s a kind […]

Image – Wikimedia Commons / Algirdas It is always interesting to know the herbs that grow in the places where we live, since this way you can know if they have any use that can benefit you in any way. That is exactly what happens with him lanceolate plantagoan herb that grows almost anywhere dry, […]

The Monosperm broom belongs to the genus Retama (more specifically to the Fabaceae family) and is characterized by its white flowers (that is precisely why its common name is white broom). It is a species of legume popularly known in the Iberian southwest and in the northwest of Morocco. Features The Monosperm broom es a […]

I will not get tired of saying it: we live on a beautiful planet. In addition to sharing it with impressive animals, we are also extremely lucky to do so with plants that seem taken from a story and some even from another world. The good news is that many of them can be grown […]

The Raphanus the radishmore popularly known as radishis a plant that belongs to the genus Raphaus, to the family Cruciferous. The latter, also called the cruciferous family, is usually cultivated since its roots are considered food for humans. Other common names with which this plant is nicknamed are radish, tail, wild radish, among many others, […]

The Pinus mugo is an evergreen conifer belonging to the Pinaceae family, also called dwarf pine. It is known for the preparation of a liquor and an oil extracted from its branches. It is a species that is not easy to recognize, since its ability to adapt to various conditions, both favorable and unfavorable, allows […]

Image – Flickr / Andreas Rockstein The Hemlock erosionDespite its last name, it is a very, very interesting plant. It is a relative of geraniums, and that is evident in the shape and beauty of its flowers. But it also has medicinal properties, which can be useful at some point in your life. Although it […]

The calathea rufibarba It is a perennial herb belonging to the Marantaceae family. It is distinguished by the characteristic size of its fascinating leaves, which makes it one of the preferred indoor speciesalthough for this it requires special care. It grows wild in the regions of Central and South AmericaIt can be seen on the […]

Image – Wikimedia / Krzysztof Ziarnek, Kenraiz If you have a rather small garden and you are looking for a tree that, in addition to being beautiful, is not going to give you problems, bauhinia variegata it is one of the most recommended species. Not only does it not grow much, but it also provides […]

The The oak tree or also known as turkey oakbelongs to the Fagaceae family. It originates from central and southern Europe, Syria, and Asia Minor, although given its name, it is said to have been first found in Turkey. However, its development has occurred in European countries, there is not much knowledge regarding its presence […]

Image – Wikimedia / Liné1 In temperate climates, with fertile soil and regular rainfall, it is quite common for some trees to reach impressive heights. The folded thuja it is one of those lucky species: its growth rate is rather slow, but it can reach 60 meters in height, thus becoming one of the most […]

The Euphorbia dendroids or also known as arboreal squirrel it is a shrub that belongs to the family Euphorbiaceae. The plant is widely distributed throughout the Mediterranean areas, from the west to the Spanish coasts and towards the east reaching the Aegean Sea. In the same way it can be found in Libya, Palestine, Algeria, […]

Image – Flickr / Niall McAuley The sandstone is the name given to a series of plants that, due to their size and the beauty of their flowers, are perfect for growing on balconies, terraces and of course also in gardens. Keeping them perfectly healthy is not complicated, since with having them in the sun […]

The spotted aloe It is a succulent plant that is part of the aloes family, it comes from the regions of South Africa, although also, given its ornamental use, it is cultivated in several countries. Features This small-sized plant reaches a height of 30 centimeters and sometimes reach 1 meter, with leaves in the form […]

The Washing her o Lavender is a genus of dicotyledonous spermatophyte plants belonging to the family Lamiaceae and its name derives from Latin, particularly from the gerund “washed”. Among the best known and most loved flowers, lavender undoubtedly occupies a prominent place in people’s preference. Known for its beautiful colors ranging from purple to blueAs […]

image – Flickr / Dinesh Valke Herbaceous plants are a type of plants that can not be missing in a garden, since they are the ones that give it color and shape. There are many species, but this time I am going to tell you about Hibiscus sabdariffawhich is an annual mallow (lives one year) […]

Image – Wikimedia Commons / Wikimedia Commons Herbs that grow in gardens are often considered ‘non-gratas plants’; not surprisingly, their growth rate is often faster than that of their main species. But why not give at least some of them a chance? For example, the dactylis clustered It has different uses, and it also produces […]

Plant Tradescantia rivernsis It is of American origin, specifically from Brazil and Argentina and in fact the epithet fluminensis alludes to the city of Río de Janéiro in Brazil. This was introduced in the islands, becoming totally invasive in humid places. Features Tradescantia rivernsis The Tradescantia rivernsis belongs to the Commelináceas family, genus Tradescantia which […]

Lavender is a beautiful and very resistant plant that can be used to decorate low maintenance gardens, as well as patios and terraces. It grows at a fairly fast rate until it reaches between 40 and one meter in height, so it is the ideal size to be able to have it in any corner. […]

The bathed corniculate It is a very beautiful herbaceous plant that produces really curious flowers of a fantastic yellow color, which is why it is an ideal species to grow in pots and / or gardens. Also, it is perennial, which means that it lives for several years before drying out. Let’s get to know […]

Image – Wikimedia Commons / Wikimedia Commons A very curious and beautiful plant was imported from Japan and China: the Aralia. Its leaves are webbed, bright green in color, and it has the peculiarity that it can grow very well indoors, where it will beautify any room where a lot of natural light enters. Here […]

curly box or curly rockrose, that is how this shrub native to the western Mediterranean is known. It also has other popular names, such as arrancasapos, steppe or white jagz. Don’t lose details at characteristics, care and uses of this incredible bush. Features curly box This bush reaches a height of 60 cmit consists of […]

Image – Flickr / Mauricio Mercadante The here it is one of the most beautiful tropical deciduous trees. During the flowering season, its branches sprout a large number of flowers of a magnificent pink color that will beautify all types of gardens, regardless of whether they are small, medium or large. In addition, can be […]

If you live in a climate with very harsh winters and you don’t know which tree to plant in your garden, you have come to the right place. In this article we will make a selection of trees that can withstand temperatures below 10 degrees below zeroeven more. Most of these trees are deciduous, that […]

Image – Wikimedia / MarIJA Trees of the genus Zelkova They are one of the most interesting, both for gardens and for pots. Their growth rate is quite fast, and they come to give a very good shade over the years. In addition, they tolerate pruning well. What’s more, its maintenance is easysince it resists […]

The here is the name given to the magnificent tropical trees of the botanical genus Tabebuia. These plants are native to the intertropical zone of America, with the Caribbean being home to most species. Its flowering is spectacular. The flowers, which can be of several different colors, come to completely cover the crown, before it […]

Trees are an essential part of any garden. Thanks to them we can enjoy its beautiful flowers in spring, protect ourselves from the sun in summer, taste -in many cases- its fruits in autumn, and marvel at the elegance of its trunk and branches in winter. But in addition, they play a very important role, […]