Acacia Delbata know as the Mimosa Tree or Silver Wattle, beautiful flowers, commonly grown in the UK in areas protected from severe frost. ACACIA DEALBATA, or the mimosa tree, (grows on...
Category: Tropical Plants
Native to the steamy jungles of South East Asia, is a popular sight in many tropical and warm temperate climates. Boasting leaves that can reach up to 2 metres in length, this plant adds an exotic...
You may remember that I provided a general introduction to Botanical Latin in the first edition of this series, describing why Latin is employed and some of the regulations. It was also my stated...
Botanical Latin Guide (History, Pronunciation, Rules & Meanings)
Throughout my years of engagement with different hobbyist organizations, it has become clear to me that most people are absolutely perplexed by the usage of Latin in the name of species. Questions...
Tropical climates are found at the equator where the sun shines all year long. Due to this constant exposure to sunlight, plants grow rapidly in these climates and tend to be more diverse because...
The plants listed here are mostly tropical in origin, but with a little care they can thrive in our UK climate. Most often that care means wrapping them up in fleece so they can make it through the...