Stenanona costaricensis

Unveiling the Mystery: Propagating the Enigmatic Stenanona costaricensis The world of plants is full of fascinating surprises, and the Stenanona costaricensis, a small tree native to the rainforests of Costa Rica and Panama, is no exception. With its glossy leaves, captivatingly fragrant flowers, and delicious, edible fruits, this tropical gem has captured the hearts of … Read more

Drepananthus ridleyi

Unlocking the Secrets of the Ant Plant: Propagating Drepananthus ridleyi The Drepananthus ridleyi, fondly nicknamed the "ant plant," is a fascinating specimen that captivates with its unique biology and stunning, albeit fleeting, flowers. Native to the rainforests of Southeast Asia, this tropical beauty has captured the hearts of plant enthusiasts worldwide. But cultivating this intriguing … Read more

Guatteria chiriquiensis

Unveiling the Mystery: Propagating the Elusive Guatteria chiriquiensis The world of plants is full of fascinating mysteries, and the Guatteria chiriquiensis, a rare tropical tree, holds its own. Endemic to the cloud forests of Panama and Costa Rica, this beauty with its glossy leaves and intriguing flowers remains largely unknown outside specialist circles. However, for … Read more

Duguetia longicuspis

Unlocking the Secrets of the Duguetia Longicuspis: A Propagation Guide The Duguetia longicuspis, also known as the "Annona de Pobre," is a fascinating fruit tree native to the rainforests of South America. While not as widely known as its cousin the Cherimoya, this tropical beauty boasts incredibly aromatic fruits with a creamy, custard-like texture. Intrigued? … Read more

Unonopsis storkii

Unlocking the Secrets of Unonopsis storkii: A Propagation Primer Unonopsis storkii, a relative newcomer to the world of cultivated plants, is a tropical gem with allure to spare. This rare beauty from the Annonaceae family boasts glossy, vibrant green foliage and captivatingly peculiar flowers, making it a highly sought-after addition for collectors and plant enthusiasts … Read more

Duguetia inconspicua

Unmasking the Mystery: Propagating the Enigmatic Duguetia inconspicua The plant world is full of hidden gems, and the Duguetia inconspicua certainly fits the bill. Its very name, "inconspicua," hints at a subtle beauty that often goes unnoticed. This small evergreen tree, native to the rainforests of South America, boasts glossy leaves, intriguing flowers, and edible … Read more

Unonopsis hammelii

Unlocking the Secrets of Unonopsis hammelii: A Propagation Guide Unonopsis hammelii, a tropical gem hailing from the rainforests of Costa Rica, is a tree that captivates with its glossy foliage and intriguing fruit. It belongs to the Annonaceae family, known for members like the cherimoya and soursop. While not yet a household name, its potential … Read more