In the backyard of a house on the east side of Torrance, there is a greenhouse. A full, leafy canopy frames either side of the wooden door. Overlapping palms and succulents soak up the sun. Inside the ...

The tropics is home to a great many plant species with flamboyantly colorful flowers and foliage. This may raise an eyebrow or two, but perhaps it’s time we temperate climate gardeners toss our ...

Bromeliads are a wonderful group of tropical plants that are understandably popular: They are easy to grow, colorful and stay in bloom for a long time. Because they are not cold hardy, we grow them in ...

If you are ready to venture into the world of exotic tropical fruit, consider planting a tree from the annonaceae or custard-apple family. Several tasty species are available and grow well here in ...

Meet the unique tropical houseplant that remains small and easy to care for. See why this herbaceous evergreen from the ...

A TROPICAL garden in Cornwall has been named a top attraction in the UK. The history of the gardens spans at least 700 years ...

When it comes to selecting a thriller plant for your mixed container, I think it is hard to beat a banana. They have the ability to instantly capture the imagination of all who gaze upon them and ...

A research program recently conducted by an IRD team and its partners found new clues for understanding the influence of exotic species on the biodiversity of communities of mycorrhizal fungi and ...

For plant enthusiast Jocelyn Ho, what started off as a hobby during the 2020 COVID-19 shutdown has grown into more than what she expected. Known as the Rare Plant Fairy, Ho, 36, quickly gained a ...

Tropical plants have been changing the palette and character of summer gardens in every climate lately. Lush, leafy canna lilies are leading the charge. "They grow fast, and they have great foliage ...

Habitat modification and biological invasions are key drivers of global environmental change. However, the extent and impact of exotic plant invasions in modified tropical landscapes remain poorly ...