Pet Friendly Plants

Alpine Basil

Ocimum basilicum

Basil, also called great basil, is a culinary herb of the family Lamiaceae (mints). It is a tender plant and is used in cuisines worldwide. In Western cuisine, the generic term "basil" refers to the variety also known as Genovese basil or sweet basil. Basil is native to tropical regions from Central Africa to Southeast Asia. In temperate climates basil is treated as an annual plant, but it can be grown as a short-lived perennial or biennial in warmer horticultural zones with tropical or Mediterranean climates. Alpine is used here as a catalog label only. The care guide below describes the real species Basil (Ocimum basilicum) and does not claim a verified botanical variety unless one is separately documented.

Alpine Boston Fern

Nephrolepis exaltata

Nephrolepis exaltata, known as the sword fern or Boston fern, is a species of fern in the family Nephrolepidaceae. It is native to the Americas. This evergreen plant can reach as high as 40–90 centimetres (16–35 in), and in extreme cases up to 1.5 metres. It is also known as the Boston sword fern, wild Boston fern, Boston blue bell fern, tuber ladder fern, or fishbone fern. Alpine is used here as a catalog label only. The care guide below describes the real species Boston Fern (Nephrolepis exaltata) and does not claim a verified botanical variety unless one is separately documented.

Alpine Brahmi

Bacopa monnieri

Bacopa monnieri, also known as water hyssop, brahmi, thyme-leafed gratiola, herb of grace, and Indian pennywort, is a perennial, creeping herb native to wetland areas globally. Alpine is used here as a catalog label only. The care guide below describes the real species Brahmi (Bacopa monnieri) and does not claim a verified botanical variety unless one is separately documented.

Alpine Calathea

Goeppertia picturata

Goeppertia picturata is a species of plant now classified as belonging to the genus Goeppertia in the family Marantaceae. It is native to northwest Brazil. and has been introduced to Colombia, Peru, the Leeward Islands, and the Windward Islands. Alpine is used here as a catalog label only. The care guide below describes the real species Calathea (Goeppertia picturata) and does not claim a verified botanical variety unless one is separately documented.

Alpine Cast Iron Plant

Aspidistra elatior

Aspidistra elatior, the cast-iron-plant or bar-room plant, also known in Japanese as haran or baran (葉蘭) is a species of flowering plant in the family Asparagaceae, native to Japan and Taiwan. Tolerant of neglect, it is widely cultivated as a houseplant, but can also be grown outside in shade where temperatures remain above −15 °C (5 °F). It is used as training material for the seika form of ikebana. Alpine is used here as a catalog label only. The care guide below describes the real species Cast Iron Plant (Aspidistra elatior) and does not claim a verified botanical variety unless one is separately documented.

Alpine Chinese Money Plant

Pilea peperomioides

Pilea peperomioides, the Chinese money plant, UFO plant, pancake plant, lefse plant or missionary plant, is a species of flowering plant in the nettle family Urticaceae, native to Yunnan and Sichuan provinces in southern China. Alpine is used here as a catalog label only. The care guide below describes the real species Chinese Money Plant (Pilea peperomioides) and does not claim a verified botanical variety unless one is separately documented.

Alpine Coriander

Coriandrum sativum

Coriander, or Coriandrum sativum, is an annual herb in the family Apiaceae. The leaves are known as cilantro in the US. Most people perceive the leaves as having a fresh, slightly citrus taste. Due to variations in the gene OR6A2, some people perceive its flavor to be more soaplike or rotten. Alpine is used here as a catalog label only. The care guide below describes the real species Coriander (Coriandrum sativum) and does not claim a verified botanical variety unless one is separately documented.

Alpine Cucumber

Cucumis sativus

The cucumber is a widely-cultivated creeping vine plant in the family Cucurbitaceae that bears cylindrical to spherical fruits, used as culinary vegetables. Considered an annual plant, there are three main types: slicing, pickling, and seedless. Alpine is used here as a catalog label only. The care guide below describes the real species Cucumber (Cucumis sativus) and does not claim a verified botanical variety unless one is separately documented.

Alpine Daisy

Bellis perennis

Bellis perennis, the daisy, is a European species of the family Asteraceae, often considered the archetypal species of the name daisy. To distinguish this species from other plants known as daisies, it is sometimes qualified or known as common daisy, lawn daisy or English daisy. Alpine is used here as a catalog label only. The care guide below describes the real species Daisy (Bellis perennis) and does not claim a verified botanical variety unless one is separately documented.

Alpine Dill

Anethum graveolens

Dill is an annual herb in the celery family Apiaceae. Native to North Africa and West Asia, dill is grown widely in Eurasia, where its leaves and seeds are used as a herb or spice for flavouring food. Alpine is used here as a catalog label only. The care guide below describes the real species Dill (Anethum graveolens) and does not claim a verified botanical variety unless one is separately documented.

Alpine Nerve Plant

Fittonia albivenis

Fittonia albivenis is a species of flowering plant in the family Acanthaceae, native to the rainforests of Colombia, Peru, Bolivia, Ecuador and northern Brazil. An evergreen perennial, it is notable for its dark green foliage with strongly contrasting white or red veins. It is commonly called nerve plant or mosaic plant. In temperate regions where the temperature falls below 10 °C (50 °F) it must be grown as a houseplant. Alpine is used here as a catalog label only. The care guide below describes the real species Nerve Plant (Fittonia albivenis) and does not claim a verified botanical variety unless one is separately documented.

Alpine Oregano

Origanum vulgare

Oregano is a species of flowering plant in the mint family, Lamiaceae. It was native to the Mediterranean region, but widely naturalised elsewhere in the temperate Northern Hemisphere. Alpine is used here as a catalog label only. The care guide below describes the real species Oregano (Origanum vulgare) and does not claim a verified botanical variety unless one is separately documented.

Alpine Prayer Plant

Maranta leuconeura

Maranta leuconeura, widely known as the prayer plant due to its daily sunlight-dependent movements, is a species of flowering plant in the family Marantaceae native to the Brazilian tropical forests. It is a variable, rhizomatous perennial, growing to 30 cm (12 in) tall and broad, with crowded clumps of evergreen, strikingly-marked oval leaves, each up to 12 cm (5 in) long. The plant spreads itself horizontally, carpeting an entire small area of forest floor, sending roots into the substrate at each leaf node. Alpine is used here as a catalog label only. The care guide below describes the real species Prayer Plant (Maranta leuconeura) and does not claim a verified botanical variety unless one is separately documented.

Alpine Rose

Rosa hybrid

A rose is either a woody perennial flowering plant of the genus Rosa, in the family Rosaceae, or the flower it bears. There are over three hundred species and tens of thousands of cultivars. The plants range in size and form, from trailing and erect shrubs to climbers up to 7 metres (23 ft) in height. Sharp prickles appear on the stems of many species. Their flowers vary in size and shape and are usually large and showy, in colours ranging from white through pinks, reds, oranges and yellows. Alpine is used here as a catalog label only. The care guide below describes the real species Rose (Rosa hybrid) and does not claim a verified botanical variety unless one is separately documented.

Alpine Spider Plant

Chlorophytum comosum

Chlorophytum comosum, usually called spider plant or common spider plant due to its spider-like look, also known as spider ivy, airplane plant, ribbon plant, and hen and chicks, is a species of evergreen perennial flowering plant of the family Asparagaceae. It is native to tropical and Southern Africa but has become naturalized in other parts of the world, including Western Australia and Bangladesh. Chlorophytum comosum is easy to grow as a houseplant because of its resilience, but it can be sensitive to the fluoride in tap water, which commonly gives it "burnt tips". Variegated forms are the most popular. Alpine is used here as a catalog label only. The care guide below describes the real species Spider Plant (Chlorophytum comosum) and does not claim a verified botanical variety unless one is separately documented.

Alpine Strawberry

Fragaria ananassa

The garden strawberry is a widely grown hybrid plant cultivated worldwide for its fruit. The genus Fragaria, the strawberries, is in the rose family, Rosaceae. The fruit is appreciated for its aroma, bright red colour, juicy texture, and sweetness. It is eaten either fresh or in prepared foods such as jam, ice cream, and chocolates. Artificial strawberry flavourings and aromas are widely used in commercial products. Botanically, the strawberry is not a berry, but an aggregate accessory fruit. Each apparent 'seed' on the outside of the strawberry is actually an achene, a botanical fruit with a seed inside it. Alpine is used here as a catalog label only. The care guide below describes the real species Strawberry (Fragaria ananassa) and does not claim a verified botanical variety unless one is separately documented.

Alpine Sunflower

Helianthus annuus

The common sunflower is a large annual forb in the daisy family Asteraceae. The domesticated form of common sunflower is harvested for its edible seeds, which come in two types: oil and confectionary seeds. Oilseed sunflowers are widely grown globally and represent the fourth most used vegetable oil in the world. They also are used widely as bird food or as food for livestock. In contrast, confectionary sunflower seeds are often eaten as a snack food or in baking. There also are horticultural sunflower varieties that are used as plantings in domestic gardens for aesthetics. Wild plants are known for their multiple flower heads, whereas the domestic sunflower often possesses a single large flower head atop an unbranched stem. Alpine is used here as a catalog label only. The care guide below describes the real species Sunflower (Helianthus annuus) and does not claim a verified botanical variety unless one is separately documented.

Alpine Thyme

Thymus vulgaris

Thymus vulgaris is a species of flowering plant in the mint family, Lamiaceae. Alpine is used here as a catalog label only. The care guide below describes the real species Thyme (Thymus vulgaris) and does not claim a verified botanical variety unless one is separately documented.

Alpine Tulsi

Ocimum tenuiflorum

Ocimum tenuiflorum, commonly known as tulasi, tulsi, or holy basil, is an aromatic perennial plant in the family Lamiaceae. It is widely cultivated throughout the Southeast Asian tropics. It is native to tropical and subtropical regions of Asia, Australia and the western Pacific. This plant has escaped from cultivation and has naturalized in many tropical regions of the Americas. It is an agricultural and environmental weed. Alpine is used here as a catalog label only. The care guide below describes the real species Tulsi (Ocimum tenuiflorum) and does not claim a verified botanical variety unless one is separately documented.

Alpine Zebra Plant

Aphelandra squarrosa

Aphelandra squarrosa is a plant species in the family Acanthaceae, which is native to Atlantic Forest vegetation of Brazil. This plant is often used as a house plant. This plant is cited in Flora Brasiliensis by Carl Friedrich Philipp von Martius. Alpine is used here as a catalog label only. The care guide below describes the real species Zebra Plant (Aphelandra squarrosa) and does not claim a verified botanical variety unless one is separately documented.

Dwarf Basil

Ocimum basilicum

Basil, also called great basil, is a culinary herb of the family Lamiaceae (mints). It is a tender plant and is used in cuisines worldwide. In Western cuisine, the generic term "basil" refers to the variety also known as Genovese basil or sweet basil. Basil is native to tropical regions from Central Africa to Southeast Asia. In temperate climates basil is treated as an annual plant, but it can be grown as a short-lived perennial or biennial in warmer horticultural zones with tropical or Mediterranean climates. Dwarf is used here as a catalog label only. The care guide below describes the real species Basil (Ocimum basilicum) and does not claim a verified botanical variety unless one is separately documented.

Dwarf Boston Fern

Nephrolepis exaltata

Nephrolepis exaltata, known as the sword fern or Boston fern, is a species of fern in the family Nephrolepidaceae. It is native to the Americas. This evergreen plant can reach as high as 40–90 centimetres (16–35 in), and in extreme cases up to 1.5 metres. It is also known as the Boston sword fern, wild Boston fern, Boston blue bell fern, tuber ladder fern, or fishbone fern. Dwarf is used here as a catalog label only. The care guide below describes the real species Boston Fern (Nephrolepis exaltata) and does not claim a verified botanical variety unless one is separately documented.

Dwarf Brahmi

Bacopa monnieri

Bacopa monnieri, also known as water hyssop, brahmi, thyme-leafed gratiola, herb of grace, and Indian pennywort, is a perennial, creeping herb native to wetland areas globally. Dwarf is used here as a catalog label only. The care guide below describes the real species Brahmi (Bacopa monnieri) and does not claim a verified botanical variety unless one is separately documented.

Dwarf Calathea

Goeppertia picturata

Goeppertia picturata is a species of plant now classified as belonging to the genus Goeppertia in the family Marantaceae. It is native to northwest Brazil. and has been introduced to Colombia, Peru, the Leeward Islands, and the Windward Islands. Dwarf is used here as a catalog label only. The care guide below describes the real species Calathea (Goeppertia picturata) and does not claim a verified botanical variety unless one is separately documented.

Dwarf Cast Iron Plant

Aspidistra elatior

Aspidistra elatior, the cast-iron-plant or bar-room plant, also known in Japanese as haran or baran (葉蘭) is a species of flowering plant in the family Asparagaceae, native to Japan and Taiwan. Tolerant of neglect, it is widely cultivated as a houseplant, but can also be grown outside in shade where temperatures remain above −15 °C (5 °F). It is used as training material for the seika form of ikebana. Dwarf is used here as a catalog label only. The care guide below describes the real species Cast Iron Plant (Aspidistra elatior) and does not claim a verified botanical variety unless one is separately documented.

Dwarf Chinese Money Plant

Pilea peperomioides

Pilea peperomioides, the Chinese money plant, UFO plant, pancake plant, lefse plant or missionary plant, is a species of flowering plant in the nettle family Urticaceae, native to Yunnan and Sichuan provinces in southern China. Dwarf is used here as a catalog label only. The care guide below describes the real species Chinese Money Plant (Pilea peperomioides) and does not claim a verified botanical variety unless one is separately documented.

Dwarf Coriander

Coriandrum sativum

Coriander, or Coriandrum sativum, is an annual herb in the family Apiaceae. The leaves are known as cilantro in the US. Most people perceive the leaves as having a fresh, slightly citrus taste. Due to variations in the gene OR6A2, some people perceive its flavor to be more soaplike or rotten. Dwarf is used here as a catalog label only. The care guide below describes the real species Coriander (Coriandrum sativum) and does not claim a verified botanical variety unless one is separately documented.

Dwarf Cucumber

Cucumis sativus

The cucumber is a widely-cultivated creeping vine plant in the family Cucurbitaceae that bears cylindrical to spherical fruits, used as culinary vegetables. Considered an annual plant, there are three main types: slicing, pickling, and seedless. Dwarf is used here as a catalog label only. The care guide below describes the real species Cucumber (Cucumis sativus) and does not claim a verified botanical variety unless one is separately documented.

Dwarf Daisy

Bellis perennis

Bellis perennis, the daisy, is a European species of the family Asteraceae, often considered the archetypal species of the name daisy. To distinguish this species from other plants known as daisies, it is sometimes qualified or known as common daisy, lawn daisy or English daisy. Dwarf is used here as a catalog label only. The care guide below describes the real species Daisy (Bellis perennis) and does not claim a verified botanical variety unless one is separately documented.

Dwarf Dill

Anethum graveolens

Dill is an annual herb in the celery family Apiaceae. Native to North Africa and West Asia, dill is grown widely in Eurasia, where its leaves and seeds are used as a herb or spice for flavouring food. Dwarf is used here as a catalog label only. The care guide below describes the real species Dill (Anethum graveolens) and does not claim a verified botanical variety unless one is separately documented.

Dwarf Nerve Plant

Fittonia albivenis

Fittonia albivenis is a species of flowering plant in the family Acanthaceae, native to the rainforests of Colombia, Peru, Bolivia, Ecuador and northern Brazil. An evergreen perennial, it is notable for its dark green foliage with strongly contrasting white or red veins. It is commonly called nerve plant or mosaic plant. In temperate regions where the temperature falls below 10 °C (50 °F) it must be grown as a houseplant. Dwarf is used here as a catalog label only. The care guide below describes the real species Nerve Plant (Fittonia albivenis) and does not claim a verified botanical variety unless one is separately documented.

Dwarf Oregano

Origanum vulgare

Oregano is a species of flowering plant in the mint family, Lamiaceae. It was native to the Mediterranean region, but widely naturalised elsewhere in the temperate Northern Hemisphere. Dwarf is used here as a catalog label only. The care guide below describes the real species Oregano (Origanum vulgare) and does not claim a verified botanical variety unless one is separately documented.

Dwarf Prayer Plant

Maranta leuconeura

Maranta leuconeura, widely known as the prayer plant due to its daily sunlight-dependent movements, is a species of flowering plant in the family Marantaceae native to the Brazilian tropical forests. It is a variable, rhizomatous perennial, growing to 30 cm (12 in) tall and broad, with crowded clumps of evergreen, strikingly-marked oval leaves, each up to 12 cm (5 in) long. The plant spreads itself horizontally, carpeting an entire small area of forest floor, sending roots into the substrate at each leaf node. Dwarf is used here as a catalog label only. The care guide below describes the real species Prayer Plant (Maranta leuconeura) and does not claim a verified botanical variety unless one is separately documented.

Dwarf Rose

Rosa hybrid

A rose is either a woody perennial flowering plant of the genus Rosa, in the family Rosaceae, or the flower it bears. There are over three hundred species and tens of thousands of cultivars. The plants range in size and form, from trailing and erect shrubs to climbers up to 7 metres (23 ft) in height. Sharp prickles appear on the stems of many species. Their flowers vary in size and shape and are usually large and showy, in colours ranging from white through pinks, reds, oranges and yellows. Dwarf is used here as a catalog label only. The care guide below describes the real species Rose (Rosa hybrid) and does not claim a verified botanical variety unless one is separately documented.

Dwarf Spider Plant

Chlorophytum comosum

Chlorophytum comosum, usually called spider plant or common spider plant due to its spider-like look, also known as spider ivy, airplane plant, ribbon plant, and hen and chicks, is a species of evergreen perennial flowering plant of the family Asparagaceae. It is native to tropical and Southern Africa but has become naturalized in other parts of the world, including Western Australia and Bangladesh. Chlorophytum comosum is easy to grow as a houseplant because of its resilience, but it can be sensitive to the fluoride in tap water, which commonly gives it "burnt tips". Variegated forms are the most popular. Dwarf is used here as a catalog label only. The care guide below describes the real species Spider Plant (Chlorophytum comosum) and does not claim a verified botanical variety unless one is separately documented.

Dwarf Strawberry

Fragaria ananassa

The garden strawberry is a widely grown hybrid plant cultivated worldwide for its fruit. The genus Fragaria, the strawberries, is in the rose family, Rosaceae. The fruit is appreciated for its aroma, bright red colour, juicy texture, and sweetness. It is eaten either fresh or in prepared foods such as jam, ice cream, and chocolates. Artificial strawberry flavourings and aromas are widely used in commercial products. Botanically, the strawberry is not a berry, but an aggregate accessory fruit. Each apparent 'seed' on the outside of the strawberry is actually an achene, a botanical fruit with a seed inside it. Dwarf is used here as a catalog label only. The care guide below describes the real species Strawberry (Fragaria ananassa) and does not claim a verified botanical variety unless one is separately documented.

Dwarf Sunflower

Helianthus annuus

The common sunflower is a large annual forb in the daisy family Asteraceae. The domesticated form of common sunflower is harvested for its edible seeds, which come in two types: oil and confectionary seeds. Oilseed sunflowers are widely grown globally and represent the fourth most used vegetable oil in the world. They also are used widely as bird food or as food for livestock. In contrast, confectionary sunflower seeds are often eaten as a snack food or in baking. There also are horticultural sunflower varieties that are used as plantings in domestic gardens for aesthetics. Wild plants are known for their multiple flower heads, whereas the domestic sunflower often possesses a single large flower head atop an unbranched stem. Dwarf is used here as a catalog label only. The care guide below describes the real species Sunflower (Helianthus annuus) and does not claim a verified botanical variety unless one is separately documented.

Dwarf Thyme

Thymus vulgaris

Thymus vulgaris is a species of flowering plant in the mint family, Lamiaceae. Dwarf is used here as a catalog label only. The care guide below describes the real species Thyme (Thymus vulgaris) and does not claim a verified botanical variety unless one is separately documented.

Dwarf Tulsi

Ocimum tenuiflorum

Ocimum tenuiflorum, commonly known as tulasi, tulsi, or holy basil, is an aromatic perennial plant in the family Lamiaceae. It is widely cultivated throughout the Southeast Asian tropics. It is native to tropical and subtropical regions of Asia, Australia and the western Pacific. This plant has escaped from cultivation and has naturalized in many tropical regions of the Americas. It is an agricultural and environmental weed. Dwarf is used here as a catalog label only. The care guide below describes the real species Tulsi (Ocimum tenuiflorum) and does not claim a verified botanical variety unless one is separately documented.

Dwarf Zebra Plant

Aphelandra squarrosa

Aphelandra squarrosa is a plant species in the family Acanthaceae, which is native to Atlantic Forest vegetation of Brazil. This plant is often used as a house plant. This plant is cited in Flora Brasiliensis by Carl Friedrich Philipp von Martius. Dwarf is used here as a catalog label only. The care guide below describes the real species Zebra Plant (Aphelandra squarrosa) and does not claim a verified botanical variety unless one is separately documented.

Emerald Basil

Ocimum basilicum

Basil, also called great basil, is a culinary herb of the family Lamiaceae (mints). It is a tender plant and is used in cuisines worldwide. In Western cuisine, the generic term "basil" refers to the variety also known as Genovese basil or sweet basil. Basil is native to tropical regions from Central Africa to Southeast Asia. In temperate climates basil is treated as an annual plant, but it can be grown as a short-lived perennial or biennial in warmer horticultural zones with tropical or Mediterranean climates. Emerald is used here as a catalog label only. The care guide below describes the real species Basil (Ocimum basilicum) and does not claim a verified botanical variety unless one is separately documented.

Emerald Boston Fern

Nephrolepis exaltata

Nephrolepis exaltata, known as the sword fern or Boston fern, is a species of fern in the family Nephrolepidaceae. It is native to the Americas. This evergreen plant can reach as high as 40–90 centimetres (16–35 in), and in extreme cases up to 1.5 metres. It is also known as the Boston sword fern, wild Boston fern, Boston blue bell fern, tuber ladder fern, or fishbone fern. Emerald is used here as a catalog label only. The care guide below describes the real species Boston Fern (Nephrolepis exaltata) and does not claim a verified botanical variety unless one is separately documented.

Emerald Brahmi

Bacopa monnieri

Bacopa monnieri, also known as water hyssop, brahmi, thyme-leafed gratiola, herb of grace, and Indian pennywort, is a perennial, creeping herb native to wetland areas globally. Emerald is used here as a catalog label only. The care guide below describes the real species Brahmi (Bacopa monnieri) and does not claim a verified botanical variety unless one is separately documented.

Emerald Calathea

Goeppertia picturata

Goeppertia picturata is a species of plant now classified as belonging to the genus Goeppertia in the family Marantaceae. It is native to northwest Brazil. and has been introduced to Colombia, Peru, the Leeward Islands, and the Windward Islands. Emerald is used here as a catalog label only. The care guide below describes the real species Calathea (Goeppertia picturata) and does not claim a verified botanical variety unless one is separately documented.

Emerald Cast Iron Plant

Aspidistra elatior

Aspidistra elatior, the cast-iron-plant or bar-room plant, also known in Japanese as haran or baran (葉蘭) is a species of flowering plant in the family Asparagaceae, native to Japan and Taiwan. Tolerant of neglect, it is widely cultivated as a houseplant, but can also be grown outside in shade where temperatures remain above −15 °C (5 °F). It is used as training material for the seika form of ikebana. Emerald is used here as a catalog label only. The care guide below describes the real species Cast Iron Plant (Aspidistra elatior) and does not claim a verified botanical variety unless one is separately documented.

Emerald Chinese Money Plant

Pilea peperomioides

Pilea peperomioides, the Chinese money plant, UFO plant, pancake plant, lefse plant or missionary plant, is a species of flowering plant in the nettle family Urticaceae, native to Yunnan and Sichuan provinces in southern China. Emerald is used here as a catalog label only. The care guide below describes the real species Chinese Money Plant (Pilea peperomioides) and does not claim a verified botanical variety unless one is separately documented.

Emerald Coriander

Coriandrum sativum

Coriander, or Coriandrum sativum, is an annual herb in the family Apiaceae. The leaves are known as cilantro in the US. Most people perceive the leaves as having a fresh, slightly citrus taste. Due to variations in the gene OR6A2, some people perceive its flavor to be more soaplike or rotten. Emerald is used here as a catalog label only. The care guide below describes the real species Coriander (Coriandrum sativum) and does not claim a verified botanical variety unless one is separately documented.

Emerald Cucumber

Cucumis sativus

The cucumber is a widely-cultivated creeping vine plant in the family Cucurbitaceae that bears cylindrical to spherical fruits, used as culinary vegetables. Considered an annual plant, there are three main types: slicing, pickling, and seedless. Emerald is used here as a catalog label only. The care guide below describes the real species Cucumber (Cucumis sativus) and does not claim a verified botanical variety unless one is separately documented.

Emerald Daisy

Bellis perennis

Bellis perennis, the daisy, is a European species of the family Asteraceae, often considered the archetypal species of the name daisy. To distinguish this species from other plants known as daisies, it is sometimes qualified or known as common daisy, lawn daisy or English daisy. Emerald is used here as a catalog label only. The care guide below describes the real species Daisy (Bellis perennis) and does not claim a verified botanical variety unless one is separately documented.

Emerald Dill

Anethum graveolens

Dill is an annual herb in the celery family Apiaceae. Native to North Africa and West Asia, dill is grown widely in Eurasia, where its leaves and seeds are used as a herb or spice for flavouring food. Emerald is used here as a catalog label only. The care guide below describes the real species Dill (Anethum graveolens) and does not claim a verified botanical variety unless one is separately documented.

Emerald Nerve Plant

Fittonia albivenis

Fittonia albivenis is a species of flowering plant in the family Acanthaceae, native to the rainforests of Colombia, Peru, Bolivia, Ecuador and northern Brazil. An evergreen perennial, it is notable for its dark green foliage with strongly contrasting white or red veins. It is commonly called nerve plant or mosaic plant. In temperate regions where the temperature falls below 10 °C (50 °F) it must be grown as a houseplant. Emerald is used here as a catalog label only. The care guide below describes the real species Nerve Plant (Fittonia albivenis) and does not claim a verified botanical variety unless one is separately documented.

Emerald Oregano

Origanum vulgare

Oregano is a species of flowering plant in the mint family, Lamiaceae. It was native to the Mediterranean region, but widely naturalised elsewhere in the temperate Northern Hemisphere. Emerald is used here as a catalog label only. The care guide below describes the real species Oregano (Origanum vulgare) and does not claim a verified botanical variety unless one is separately documented.

Emerald Prayer Plant

Maranta leuconeura

Maranta leuconeura, widely known as the prayer plant due to its daily sunlight-dependent movements, is a species of flowering plant in the family Marantaceae native to the Brazilian tropical forests. It is a variable, rhizomatous perennial, growing to 30 cm (12 in) tall and broad, with crowded clumps of evergreen, strikingly-marked oval leaves, each up to 12 cm (5 in) long. The plant spreads itself horizontally, carpeting an entire small area of forest floor, sending roots into the substrate at each leaf node. Emerald is used here as a catalog label only. The care guide below describes the real species Prayer Plant (Maranta leuconeura) and does not claim a verified botanical variety unless one is separately documented.

Emerald Rose

Rosa hybrid

A rose is either a woody perennial flowering plant of the genus Rosa, in the family Rosaceae, or the flower it bears. There are over three hundred species and tens of thousands of cultivars. The plants range in size and form, from trailing and erect shrubs to climbers up to 7 metres (23 ft) in height. Sharp prickles appear on the stems of many species. Their flowers vary in size and shape and are usually large and showy, in colours ranging from white through pinks, reds, oranges and yellows. Emerald is used here as a catalog label only. The care guide below describes the real species Rose (Rosa hybrid) and does not claim a verified botanical variety unless one is separately documented.

Emerald Spider Plant

Chlorophytum comosum

Chlorophytum comosum, usually called spider plant or common spider plant due to its spider-like look, also known as spider ivy, airplane plant, ribbon plant, and hen and chicks, is a species of evergreen perennial flowering plant of the family Asparagaceae. It is native to tropical and Southern Africa but has become naturalized in other parts of the world, including Western Australia and Bangladesh. Chlorophytum comosum is easy to grow as a houseplant because of its resilience, but it can be sensitive to the fluoride in tap water, which commonly gives it "burnt tips". Variegated forms are the most popular. Emerald is used here as a catalog label only. The care guide below describes the real species Spider Plant (Chlorophytum comosum) and does not claim a verified botanical variety unless one is separately documented.

Emerald Strawberry

Fragaria ananassa

The garden strawberry is a widely grown hybrid plant cultivated worldwide for its fruit. The genus Fragaria, the strawberries, is in the rose family, Rosaceae. The fruit is appreciated for its aroma, bright red colour, juicy texture, and sweetness. It is eaten either fresh or in prepared foods such as jam, ice cream, and chocolates. Artificial strawberry flavourings and aromas are widely used in commercial products. Botanically, the strawberry is not a berry, but an aggregate accessory fruit. Each apparent 'seed' on the outside of the strawberry is actually an achene, a botanical fruit with a seed inside it. Emerald is used here as a catalog label only. The care guide below describes the real species Strawberry (Fragaria ananassa) and does not claim a verified botanical variety unless one is separately documented.

Emerald Sunflower

Helianthus annuus

The common sunflower is a large annual forb in the daisy family Asteraceae. The domesticated form of common sunflower is harvested for its edible seeds, which come in two types: oil and confectionary seeds. Oilseed sunflowers are widely grown globally and represent the fourth most used vegetable oil in the world. They also are used widely as bird food or as food for livestock. In contrast, confectionary sunflower seeds are often eaten as a snack food or in baking. There also are horticultural sunflower varieties that are used as plantings in domestic gardens for aesthetics. Wild plants are known for their multiple flower heads, whereas the domestic sunflower often possesses a single large flower head atop an unbranched stem. Emerald is used here as a catalog label only. The care guide below describes the real species Sunflower (Helianthus annuus) and does not claim a verified botanical variety unless one is separately documented.

Emerald Thyme

Thymus vulgaris

Thymus vulgaris is a species of flowering plant in the mint family, Lamiaceae. Emerald is used here as a catalog label only. The care guide below describes the real species Thyme (Thymus vulgaris) and does not claim a verified botanical variety unless one is separately documented.

Emerald Tulsi

Ocimum tenuiflorum

Ocimum tenuiflorum, commonly known as tulasi, tulsi, or holy basil, is an aromatic perennial plant in the family Lamiaceae. It is widely cultivated throughout the Southeast Asian tropics. It is native to tropical and subtropical regions of Asia, Australia and the western Pacific. This plant has escaped from cultivation and has naturalized in many tropical regions of the Americas. It is an agricultural and environmental weed. Emerald is used here as a catalog label only. The care guide below describes the real species Tulsi (Ocimum tenuiflorum) and does not claim a verified botanical variety unless one is separately documented.

Emerald Zebra Plant

Aphelandra squarrosa

Aphelandra squarrosa is a plant species in the family Acanthaceae, which is native to Atlantic Forest vegetation of Brazil. This plant is often used as a house plant. This plant is cited in Flora Brasiliensis by Carl Friedrich Philipp von Martius. Emerald is used here as a catalog label only. The care guide below describes the real species Zebra Plant (Aphelandra squarrosa) and does not claim a verified botanical variety unless one is separately documented.

Giant Basil

Ocimum basilicum

Basil, also called great basil, is a culinary herb of the family Lamiaceae (mints). It is a tender plant and is used in cuisines worldwide. In Western cuisine, the generic term "basil" refers to the variety also known as Genovese basil or sweet basil. Basil is native to tropical regions from Central Africa to Southeast Asia. In temperate climates basil is treated as an annual plant, but it can be grown as a short-lived perennial or biennial in warmer horticultural zones with tropical or Mediterranean climates. Giant is used here as a catalog label only. The care guide below describes the real species Basil (Ocimum basilicum) and does not claim a verified botanical variety unless one is separately documented.

Giant Boston Fern

Nephrolepis exaltata

Nephrolepis exaltata, known as the sword fern or Boston fern, is a species of fern in the family Nephrolepidaceae. It is native to the Americas. This evergreen plant can reach as high as 40–90 centimetres (16–35 in), and in extreme cases up to 1.5 metres. It is also known as the Boston sword fern, wild Boston fern, Boston blue bell fern, tuber ladder fern, or fishbone fern. Giant is used here as a catalog label only. The care guide below describes the real species Boston Fern (Nephrolepis exaltata) and does not claim a verified botanical variety unless one is separately documented.

Giant Brahmi

Bacopa monnieri

Bacopa monnieri, also known as water hyssop, brahmi, thyme-leafed gratiola, herb of grace, and Indian pennywort, is a perennial, creeping herb native to wetland areas globally. Giant is used here as a catalog label only. The care guide below describes the real species Brahmi (Bacopa monnieri) and does not claim a verified botanical variety unless one is separately documented.

Giant Calathea

Goeppertia picturata

Goeppertia picturata is a species of plant now classified as belonging to the genus Goeppertia in the family Marantaceae. It is native to northwest Brazil. and has been introduced to Colombia, Peru, the Leeward Islands, and the Windward Islands. Giant is used here as a catalog label only. The care guide below describes the real species Calathea (Goeppertia picturata) and does not claim a verified botanical variety unless one is separately documented.

Giant Cast Iron Plant

Aspidistra elatior

Aspidistra elatior, the cast-iron-plant or bar-room plant, also known in Japanese as haran or baran (葉蘭) is a species of flowering plant in the family Asparagaceae, native to Japan and Taiwan. Tolerant of neglect, it is widely cultivated as a houseplant, but can also be grown outside in shade where temperatures remain above −15 °C (5 °F). It is used as training material for the seika form of ikebana. Giant is used here as a catalog label only. The care guide below describes the real species Cast Iron Plant (Aspidistra elatior) and does not claim a verified botanical variety unless one is separately documented.

Giant Chinese Money Plant

Pilea peperomioides

Pilea peperomioides, the Chinese money plant, UFO plant, pancake plant, lefse plant or missionary plant, is a species of flowering plant in the nettle family Urticaceae, native to Yunnan and Sichuan provinces in southern China. Giant is used here as a catalog label only. The care guide below describes the real species Chinese Money Plant (Pilea peperomioides) and does not claim a verified botanical variety unless one is separately documented.

Giant Coriander

Coriandrum sativum

Coriander, or Coriandrum sativum, is an annual herb in the family Apiaceae. The leaves are known as cilantro in the US. Most people perceive the leaves as having a fresh, slightly citrus taste. Due to variations in the gene OR6A2, some people perceive its flavor to be more soaplike or rotten. Giant is used here as a catalog label only. The care guide below describes the real species Coriander (Coriandrum sativum) and does not claim a verified botanical variety unless one is separately documented.

Giant Cucumber

Cucumis sativus

The cucumber is a widely-cultivated creeping vine plant in the family Cucurbitaceae that bears cylindrical to spherical fruits, used as culinary vegetables. Considered an annual plant, there are three main types: slicing, pickling, and seedless. Giant is used here as a catalog label only. The care guide below describes the real species Cucumber (Cucumis sativus) and does not claim a verified botanical variety unless one is separately documented.

Giant Daisy

Bellis perennis

Bellis perennis, the daisy, is a European species of the family Asteraceae, often considered the archetypal species of the name daisy. To distinguish this species from other plants known as daisies, it is sometimes qualified or known as common daisy, lawn daisy or English daisy. Giant is used here as a catalog label only. The care guide below describes the real species Daisy (Bellis perennis) and does not claim a verified botanical variety unless one is separately documented.

Giant Dill

Anethum graveolens

Dill is an annual herb in the celery family Apiaceae. Native to North Africa and West Asia, dill is grown widely in Eurasia, where its leaves and seeds are used as a herb or spice for flavouring food. Giant is used here as a catalog label only. The care guide below describes the real species Dill (Anethum graveolens) and does not claim a verified botanical variety unless one is separately documented.

Giant Nerve Plant

Fittonia albivenis

Fittonia albivenis is a species of flowering plant in the family Acanthaceae, native to the rainforests of Colombia, Peru, Bolivia, Ecuador and northern Brazil. An evergreen perennial, it is notable for its dark green foliage with strongly contrasting white or red veins. It is commonly called nerve plant or mosaic plant. In temperate regions where the temperature falls below 10 °C (50 °F) it must be grown as a houseplant. Giant is used here as a catalog label only. The care guide below describes the real species Nerve Plant (Fittonia albivenis) and does not claim a verified botanical variety unless one is separately documented.

Giant Oregano

Origanum vulgare

Oregano is a species of flowering plant in the mint family, Lamiaceae. It was native to the Mediterranean region, but widely naturalised elsewhere in the temperate Northern Hemisphere. Giant is used here as a catalog label only. The care guide below describes the real species Oregano (Origanum vulgare) and does not claim a verified botanical variety unless one is separately documented.

Giant Prayer Plant

Maranta leuconeura

Maranta leuconeura, widely known as the prayer plant due to its daily sunlight-dependent movements, is a species of flowering plant in the family Marantaceae native to the Brazilian tropical forests. It is a variable, rhizomatous perennial, growing to 30 cm (12 in) tall and broad, with crowded clumps of evergreen, strikingly-marked oval leaves, each up to 12 cm (5 in) long. The plant spreads itself horizontally, carpeting an entire small area of forest floor, sending roots into the substrate at each leaf node. Giant is used here as a catalog label only. The care guide below describes the real species Prayer Plant (Maranta leuconeura) and does not claim a verified botanical variety unless one is separately documented.

Giant Rose

Rosa hybrid

A rose is either a woody perennial flowering plant of the genus Rosa, in the family Rosaceae, or the flower it bears. There are over three hundred species and tens of thousands of cultivars. The plants range in size and form, from trailing and erect shrubs to climbers up to 7 metres (23 ft) in height. Sharp prickles appear on the stems of many species. Their flowers vary in size and shape and are usually large and showy, in colours ranging from white through pinks, reds, oranges and yellows. Giant is used here as a catalog label only. The care guide below describes the real species Rose (Rosa hybrid) and does not claim a verified botanical variety unless one is separately documented.

Giant Spider Plant

Chlorophytum comosum

Chlorophytum comosum, usually called spider plant or common spider plant due to its spider-like look, also known as spider ivy, airplane plant, ribbon plant, and hen and chicks, is a species of evergreen perennial flowering plant of the family Asparagaceae. It is native to tropical and Southern Africa but has become naturalized in other parts of the world, including Western Australia and Bangladesh. Chlorophytum comosum is easy to grow as a houseplant because of its resilience, but it can be sensitive to the fluoride in tap water, which commonly gives it "burnt tips". Variegated forms are the most popular. Giant is used here as a catalog label only. The care guide below describes the real species Spider Plant (Chlorophytum comosum) and does not claim a verified botanical variety unless one is separately documented.

Giant Strawberry

Fragaria ananassa

The garden strawberry is a widely grown hybrid plant cultivated worldwide for its fruit. The genus Fragaria, the strawberries, is in the rose family, Rosaceae. The fruit is appreciated for its aroma, bright red colour, juicy texture, and sweetness. It is eaten either fresh or in prepared foods such as jam, ice cream, and chocolates. Artificial strawberry flavourings and aromas are widely used in commercial products. Botanically, the strawberry is not a berry, but an aggregate accessory fruit. Each apparent 'seed' on the outside of the strawberry is actually an achene, a botanical fruit with a seed inside it. Giant is used here as a catalog label only. The care guide below describes the real species Strawberry (Fragaria ananassa) and does not claim a verified botanical variety unless one is separately documented.

Giant Sunflower

Helianthus annuus

The common sunflower is a large annual forb in the daisy family Asteraceae. The domesticated form of common sunflower is harvested for its edible seeds, which come in two types: oil and confectionary seeds. Oilseed sunflowers are widely grown globally and represent the fourth most used vegetable oil in the world. They also are used widely as bird food or as food for livestock. In contrast, confectionary sunflower seeds are often eaten as a snack food or in baking. There also are horticultural sunflower varieties that are used as plantings in domestic gardens for aesthetics. Wild plants are known for their multiple flower heads, whereas the domestic sunflower often possesses a single large flower head atop an unbranched stem. Giant is used here as a catalog label only. The care guide below describes the real species Sunflower (Helianthus annuus) and does not claim a verified botanical variety unless one is separately documented.

Giant Thyme

Thymus vulgaris

Thymus vulgaris is a species of flowering plant in the mint family, Lamiaceae. Giant is used here as a catalog label only. The care guide below describes the real species Thyme (Thymus vulgaris) and does not claim a verified botanical variety unless one is separately documented.

Giant Tulsi

Ocimum tenuiflorum

Ocimum tenuiflorum, commonly known as tulasi, tulsi, or holy basil, is an aromatic perennial plant in the family Lamiaceae. It is widely cultivated throughout the Southeast Asian tropics. It is native to tropical and subtropical regions of Asia, Australia and the western Pacific. This plant has escaped from cultivation and has naturalized in many tropical regions of the Americas. It is an agricultural and environmental weed. Giant is used here as a catalog label only. The care guide below describes the real species Tulsi (Ocimum tenuiflorum) and does not claim a verified botanical variety unless one is separately documented.

Giant Zebra Plant

Aphelandra squarrosa

Aphelandra squarrosa is a plant species in the family Acanthaceae, which is native to Atlantic Forest vegetation of Brazil. This plant is often used as a house plant. This plant is cited in Flora Brasiliensis by Carl Friedrich Philipp von Martius. Giant is used here as a catalog label only. The care guide below describes the real species Zebra Plant (Aphelandra squarrosa) and does not claim a verified botanical variety unless one is separately documented.

Golden Basil

Ocimum basilicum

Basil, also called great basil, is a culinary herb of the family Lamiaceae (mints). It is a tender plant and is used in cuisines worldwide. In Western cuisine, the generic term "basil" refers to the variety also known as Genovese basil or sweet basil. Basil is native to tropical regions from Central Africa to Southeast Asia. In temperate climates basil is treated as an annual plant, but it can be grown as a short-lived perennial or biennial in warmer horticultural zones with tropical or Mediterranean climates. Golden is used here as a catalog label only. The care guide below describes the real species Basil (Ocimum basilicum) and does not claim a verified botanical variety unless one is separately documented.

Golden Boston Fern

Nephrolepis exaltata

Nephrolepis exaltata, known as the sword fern or Boston fern, is a species of fern in the family Nephrolepidaceae. It is native to the Americas. This evergreen plant can reach as high as 40–90 centimetres (16–35 in), and in extreme cases up to 1.5 metres. It is also known as the Boston sword fern, wild Boston fern, Boston blue bell fern, tuber ladder fern, or fishbone fern. Golden is used here as a catalog label only. The care guide below describes the real species Boston Fern (Nephrolepis exaltata) and does not claim a verified botanical variety unless one is separately documented.

Golden Brahmi

Bacopa monnieri

Bacopa monnieri, also known as water hyssop, brahmi, thyme-leafed gratiola, herb of grace, and Indian pennywort, is a perennial, creeping herb native to wetland areas globally. Golden is used here as a catalog label only. The care guide below describes the real species Brahmi (Bacopa monnieri) and does not claim a verified botanical variety unless one is separately documented.

Golden Calathea

Goeppertia picturata

Goeppertia picturata is a species of plant now classified as belonging to the genus Goeppertia in the family Marantaceae. It is native to northwest Brazil. and has been introduced to Colombia, Peru, the Leeward Islands, and the Windward Islands. Golden is used here as a catalog label only. The care guide below describes the real species Calathea (Goeppertia picturata) and does not claim a verified botanical variety unless one is separately documented.

Golden Cast Iron Plant

Aspidistra elatior

Aspidistra elatior, the cast-iron-plant or bar-room plant, also known in Japanese as haran or baran (葉蘭) is a species of flowering plant in the family Asparagaceae, native to Japan and Taiwan. Tolerant of neglect, it is widely cultivated as a houseplant, but can also be grown outside in shade where temperatures remain above −15 °C (5 °F). It is used as training material for the seika form of ikebana. Golden is used here as a catalog label only. The care guide below describes the real species Cast Iron Plant (Aspidistra elatior) and does not claim a verified botanical variety unless one is separately documented.

Golden Chinese Money Plant

Pilea peperomioides

Pilea peperomioides, the Chinese money plant, UFO plant, pancake plant, lefse plant or missionary plant, is a species of flowering plant in the nettle family Urticaceae, native to Yunnan and Sichuan provinces in southern China. Golden is used here as a catalog label only. The care guide below describes the real species Chinese Money Plant (Pilea peperomioides) and does not claim a verified botanical variety unless one is separately documented.

Golden Coriander

Coriandrum sativum

Coriander, or Coriandrum sativum, is an annual herb in the family Apiaceae. The leaves are known as cilantro in the US. Most people perceive the leaves as having a fresh, slightly citrus taste. Due to variations in the gene OR6A2, some people perceive its flavor to be more soaplike or rotten. Golden is used here as a catalog label only. The care guide below describes the real species Coriander (Coriandrum sativum) and does not claim a verified botanical variety unless one is separately documented.

Golden Cucumber

Cucumis sativus

The cucumber is a widely-cultivated creeping vine plant in the family Cucurbitaceae that bears cylindrical to spherical fruits, used as culinary vegetables. Considered an annual plant, there are three main types: slicing, pickling, and seedless. Golden is used here as a catalog label only. The care guide below describes the real species Cucumber (Cucumis sativus) and does not claim a verified botanical variety unless one is separately documented.

Golden Daisy

Bellis perennis

Bellis perennis, the daisy, is a European species of the family Asteraceae, often considered the archetypal species of the name daisy. To distinguish this species from other plants known as daisies, it is sometimes qualified or known as common daisy, lawn daisy or English daisy. Golden is used here as a catalog label only. The care guide below describes the real species Daisy (Bellis perennis) and does not claim a verified botanical variety unless one is separately documented.

Golden Dill

Anethum graveolens

Dill is an annual herb in the celery family Apiaceae. Native to North Africa and West Asia, dill is grown widely in Eurasia, where its leaves and seeds are used as a herb or spice for flavouring food. Golden is used here as a catalog label only. The care guide below describes the real species Dill (Anethum graveolens) and does not claim a verified botanical variety unless one is separately documented.

Golden Nerve Plant

Fittonia albivenis

Fittonia albivenis is a species of flowering plant in the family Acanthaceae, native to the rainforests of Colombia, Peru, Bolivia, Ecuador and northern Brazil. An evergreen perennial, it is notable for its dark green foliage with strongly contrasting white or red veins. It is commonly called nerve plant or mosaic plant. In temperate regions where the temperature falls below 10 °C (50 °F) it must be grown as a houseplant. Golden is used here as a catalog label only. The care guide below describes the real species Nerve Plant (Fittonia albivenis) and does not claim a verified botanical variety unless one is separately documented.

Golden Oregano

Origanum vulgare

Oregano is a species of flowering plant in the mint family, Lamiaceae. It was native to the Mediterranean region, but widely naturalised elsewhere in the temperate Northern Hemisphere. Golden is used here as a catalog label only. The care guide below describes the real species Oregano (Origanum vulgare) and does not claim a verified botanical variety unless one is separately documented.

Golden Prayer Plant

Maranta leuconeura

Maranta leuconeura, widely known as the prayer plant due to its daily sunlight-dependent movements, is a species of flowering plant in the family Marantaceae native to the Brazilian tropical forests. It is a variable, rhizomatous perennial, growing to 30 cm (12 in) tall and broad, with crowded clumps of evergreen, strikingly-marked oval leaves, each up to 12 cm (5 in) long. The plant spreads itself horizontally, carpeting an entire small area of forest floor, sending roots into the substrate at each leaf node. Golden is used here as a catalog label only. The care guide below describes the real species Prayer Plant (Maranta leuconeura) and does not claim a verified botanical variety unless one is separately documented.

Golden Rose

Rosa hybrid

A rose is either a woody perennial flowering plant of the genus Rosa, in the family Rosaceae, or the flower it bears. There are over three hundred species and tens of thousands of cultivars. The plants range in size and form, from trailing and erect shrubs to climbers up to 7 metres (23 ft) in height. Sharp prickles appear on the stems of many species. Their flowers vary in size and shape and are usually large and showy, in colours ranging from white through pinks, reds, oranges and yellows. Golden is used here as a catalog label only. The care guide below describes the real species Rose (Rosa hybrid) and does not claim a verified botanical variety unless one is separately documented.

Golden Spider Plant

Chlorophytum comosum

Chlorophytum comosum, usually called spider plant or common spider plant due to its spider-like look, also known as spider ivy, airplane plant, ribbon plant, and hen and chicks, is a species of evergreen perennial flowering plant of the family Asparagaceae. It is native to tropical and Southern Africa but has become naturalized in other parts of the world, including Western Australia and Bangladesh. Chlorophytum comosum is easy to grow as a houseplant because of its resilience, but it can be sensitive to the fluoride in tap water, which commonly gives it "burnt tips". Variegated forms are the most popular. Golden is used here as a catalog label only. The care guide below describes the real species Spider Plant (Chlorophytum comosum) and does not claim a verified botanical variety unless one is separately documented.

Golden Strawberry

Fragaria ananassa

The garden strawberry is a widely grown hybrid plant cultivated worldwide for its fruit. The genus Fragaria, the strawberries, is in the rose family, Rosaceae. The fruit is appreciated for its aroma, bright red colour, juicy texture, and sweetness. It is eaten either fresh or in prepared foods such as jam, ice cream, and chocolates. Artificial strawberry flavourings and aromas are widely used in commercial products. Botanically, the strawberry is not a berry, but an aggregate accessory fruit. Each apparent 'seed' on the outside of the strawberry is actually an achene, a botanical fruit with a seed inside it. Golden is used here as a catalog label only. The care guide below describes the real species Strawberry (Fragaria ananassa) and does not claim a verified botanical variety unless one is separately documented.

Golden Sunflower

Helianthus annuus

The common sunflower is a large annual forb in the daisy family Asteraceae. The domesticated form of common sunflower is harvested for its edible seeds, which come in two types: oil and confectionary seeds. Oilseed sunflowers are widely grown globally and represent the fourth most used vegetable oil in the world. They also are used widely as bird food or as food for livestock. In contrast, confectionary sunflower seeds are often eaten as a snack food or in baking. There also are horticultural sunflower varieties that are used as plantings in domestic gardens for aesthetics. Wild plants are known for their multiple flower heads, whereas the domestic sunflower often possesses a single large flower head atop an unbranched stem. Golden is used here as a catalog label only. The care guide below describes the real species Sunflower (Helianthus annuus) and does not claim a verified botanical variety unless one is separately documented.

Golden Thyme

Thymus vulgaris

Thymus vulgaris is a species of flowering plant in the mint family, Lamiaceae. Golden is used here as a catalog label only. The care guide below describes the real species Thyme (Thymus vulgaris) and does not claim a verified botanical variety unless one is separately documented.

Golden Tulsi

Ocimum tenuiflorum

Ocimum tenuiflorum, commonly known as tulasi, tulsi, or holy basil, is an aromatic perennial plant in the family Lamiaceae. It is widely cultivated throughout the Southeast Asian tropics. It is native to tropical and subtropical regions of Asia, Australia and the western Pacific. This plant has escaped from cultivation and has naturalized in many tropical regions of the Americas. It is an agricultural and environmental weed. Golden is used here as a catalog label only. The care guide below describes the real species Tulsi (Ocimum tenuiflorum) and does not claim a verified botanical variety unless one is separately documented.

Golden Zebra Plant

Aphelandra squarrosa

Aphelandra squarrosa is a plant species in the family Acanthaceae, which is native to Atlantic Forest vegetation of Brazil. This plant is often used as a house plant. This plant is cited in Flora Brasiliensis by Carl Friedrich Philipp von Martius. Golden is used here as a catalog label only. The care guide below describes the real species Zebra Plant (Aphelandra squarrosa) and does not claim a verified botanical variety unless one is separately documented.

Neon Basil

Ocimum basilicum

Basil, also called great basil, is a culinary herb of the family Lamiaceae (mints). It is a tender plant and is used in cuisines worldwide. In Western cuisine, the generic term "basil" refers to the variety also known as Genovese basil or sweet basil. Basil is native to tropical regions from Central Africa to Southeast Asia. In temperate climates basil is treated as an annual plant, but it can be grown as a short-lived perennial or biennial in warmer horticultural zones with tropical or Mediterranean climates. Neon is used here as a catalog label only. The care guide below describes the real species Basil (Ocimum basilicum) and does not claim a verified botanical variety unless one is separately documented.

Neon Boston Fern

Nephrolepis exaltata

Nephrolepis exaltata, known as the sword fern or Boston fern, is a species of fern in the family Nephrolepidaceae. It is native to the Americas. This evergreen plant can reach as high as 40–90 centimetres (16–35 in), and in extreme cases up to 1.5 metres. It is also known as the Boston sword fern, wild Boston fern, Boston blue bell fern, tuber ladder fern, or fishbone fern. Neon is used here as a catalog label only. The care guide below describes the real species Boston Fern (Nephrolepis exaltata) and does not claim a verified botanical variety unless one is separately documented.

Neon Brahmi

Bacopa monnieri

Bacopa monnieri, also known as water hyssop, brahmi, thyme-leafed gratiola, herb of grace, and Indian pennywort, is a perennial, creeping herb native to wetland areas globally. Neon is used here as a catalog label only. The care guide below describes the real species Brahmi (Bacopa monnieri) and does not claim a verified botanical variety unless one is separately documented.

Neon Calathea

Goeppertia picturata

Goeppertia picturata is a species of plant now classified as belonging to the genus Goeppertia in the family Marantaceae. It is native to northwest Brazil. and has been introduced to Colombia, Peru, the Leeward Islands, and the Windward Islands. Neon is used here as a catalog label only. The care guide below describes the real species Calathea (Goeppertia picturata) and does not claim a verified botanical variety unless one is separately documented.

Neon Cast Iron Plant

Aspidistra elatior

Aspidistra elatior, the cast-iron-plant or bar-room plant, also known in Japanese as haran or baran (葉蘭) is a species of flowering plant in the family Asparagaceae, native to Japan and Taiwan. Tolerant of neglect, it is widely cultivated as a houseplant, but can also be grown outside in shade where temperatures remain above −15 °C (5 °F). It is used as training material for the seika form of ikebana. Neon is used here as a catalog label only. The care guide below describes the real species Cast Iron Plant (Aspidistra elatior) and does not claim a verified botanical variety unless one is separately documented.

Neon Chinese Money Plant

Pilea peperomioides

Pilea peperomioides, the Chinese money plant, UFO plant, pancake plant, lefse plant or missionary plant, is a species of flowering plant in the nettle family Urticaceae, native to Yunnan and Sichuan provinces in southern China. Neon is used here as a catalog label only. The care guide below describes the real species Chinese Money Plant (Pilea peperomioides) and does not claim a verified botanical variety unless one is separately documented.

Neon Coriander

Coriandrum sativum

Coriander, or Coriandrum sativum, is an annual herb in the family Apiaceae. The leaves are known as cilantro in the US. Most people perceive the leaves as having a fresh, slightly citrus taste. Due to variations in the gene OR6A2, some people perceive its flavor to be more soaplike or rotten. Neon is used here as a catalog label only. The care guide below describes the real species Coriander (Coriandrum sativum) and does not claim a verified botanical variety unless one is separately documented.

Neon Cucumber

Cucumis sativus

The cucumber is a widely-cultivated creeping vine plant in the family Cucurbitaceae that bears cylindrical to spherical fruits, used as culinary vegetables. Considered an annual plant, there are three main types: slicing, pickling, and seedless. Neon is used here as a catalog label only. The care guide below describes the real species Cucumber (Cucumis sativus) and does not claim a verified botanical variety unless one is separately documented.

Neon Daisy

Bellis perennis

Bellis perennis, the daisy, is a European species of the family Asteraceae, often considered the archetypal species of the name daisy. To distinguish this species from other plants known as daisies, it is sometimes qualified or known as common daisy, lawn daisy or English daisy. Neon is used here as a catalog label only. The care guide below describes the real species Daisy (Bellis perennis) and does not claim a verified botanical variety unless one is separately documented.

Neon Dill

Anethum graveolens

Dill is an annual herb in the celery family Apiaceae. Native to North Africa and West Asia, dill is grown widely in Eurasia, where its leaves and seeds are used as a herb or spice for flavouring food. Neon is used here as a catalog label only. The care guide below describes the real species Dill (Anethum graveolens) and does not claim a verified botanical variety unless one is separately documented.

Neon Nerve Plant

Fittonia albivenis

Fittonia albivenis is a species of flowering plant in the family Acanthaceae, native to the rainforests of Colombia, Peru, Bolivia, Ecuador and northern Brazil. An evergreen perennial, it is notable for its dark green foliage with strongly contrasting white or red veins. It is commonly called nerve plant or mosaic plant. In temperate regions where the temperature falls below 10 °C (50 °F) it must be grown as a houseplant. Neon is used here as a catalog label only. The care guide below describes the real species Nerve Plant (Fittonia albivenis) and does not claim a verified botanical variety unless one is separately documented.

Neon Oregano

Origanum vulgare

Oregano is a species of flowering plant in the mint family, Lamiaceae. It was native to the Mediterranean region, but widely naturalised elsewhere in the temperate Northern Hemisphere. Neon is used here as a catalog label only. The care guide below describes the real species Oregano (Origanum vulgare) and does not claim a verified botanical variety unless one is separately documented.

Neon Prayer Plant

Maranta leuconeura

Maranta leuconeura, widely known as the prayer plant due to its daily sunlight-dependent movements, is a species of flowering plant in the family Marantaceae native to the Brazilian tropical forests. It is a variable, rhizomatous perennial, growing to 30 cm (12 in) tall and broad, with crowded clumps of evergreen, strikingly-marked oval leaves, each up to 12 cm (5 in) long. The plant spreads itself horizontally, carpeting an entire small area of forest floor, sending roots into the substrate at each leaf node. Neon is used here as a catalog label only. The care guide below describes the real species Prayer Plant (Maranta leuconeura) and does not claim a verified botanical variety unless one is separately documented.

Neon Rose

Rosa hybrid

A rose is either a woody perennial flowering plant of the genus Rosa, in the family Rosaceae, or the flower it bears. There are over three hundred species and tens of thousands of cultivars. The plants range in size and form, from trailing and erect shrubs to climbers up to 7 metres (23 ft) in height. Sharp prickles appear on the stems of many species. Their flowers vary in size and shape and are usually large and showy, in colours ranging from white through pinks, reds, oranges and yellows. Neon is used here as a catalog label only. The care guide below describes the real species Rose (Rosa hybrid) and does not claim a verified botanical variety unless one is separately documented.

Neon Spider Plant

Chlorophytum comosum

Chlorophytum comosum, usually called spider plant or common spider plant due to its spider-like look, also known as spider ivy, airplane plant, ribbon plant, and hen and chicks, is a species of evergreen perennial flowering plant of the family Asparagaceae. It is native to tropical and Southern Africa but has become naturalized in other parts of the world, including Western Australia and Bangladesh. Chlorophytum comosum is easy to grow as a houseplant because of its resilience, but it can be sensitive to the fluoride in tap water, which commonly gives it "burnt tips". Variegated forms are the most popular. Neon is used here as a catalog label only. The care guide below describes the real species Spider Plant (Chlorophytum comosum) and does not claim a verified botanical variety unless one is separately documented.

Neon Strawberry

Fragaria ananassa

The garden strawberry is a widely grown hybrid plant cultivated worldwide for its fruit. The genus Fragaria, the strawberries, is in the rose family, Rosaceae. The fruit is appreciated for its aroma, bright red colour, juicy texture, and sweetness. It is eaten either fresh or in prepared foods such as jam, ice cream, and chocolates. Artificial strawberry flavourings and aromas are widely used in commercial products. Botanically, the strawberry is not a berry, but an aggregate accessory fruit. Each apparent 'seed' on the outside of the strawberry is actually an achene, a botanical fruit with a seed inside it. Neon is used here as a catalog label only. The care guide below describes the real species Strawberry (Fragaria ananassa) and does not claim a verified botanical variety unless one is separately documented.

Neon Sunflower

Helianthus annuus

The common sunflower is a large annual forb in the daisy family Asteraceae. The domesticated form of common sunflower is harvested for its edible seeds, which come in two types: oil and confectionary seeds. Oilseed sunflowers are widely grown globally and represent the fourth most used vegetable oil in the world. They also are used widely as bird food or as food for livestock. In contrast, confectionary sunflower seeds are often eaten as a snack food or in baking. There also are horticultural sunflower varieties that are used as plantings in domestic gardens for aesthetics. Wild plants are known for their multiple flower heads, whereas the domestic sunflower often possesses a single large flower head atop an unbranched stem. Neon is used here as a catalog label only. The care guide below describes the real species Sunflower (Helianthus annuus) and does not claim a verified botanical variety unless one is separately documented.

Neon Thyme

Thymus vulgaris

Thymus vulgaris is a species of flowering plant in the mint family, Lamiaceae. Neon is used here as a catalog label only. The care guide below describes the real species Thyme (Thymus vulgaris) and does not claim a verified botanical variety unless one is separately documented.

Neon Tulsi

Ocimum tenuiflorum

Ocimum tenuiflorum, commonly known as tulasi, tulsi, or holy basil, is an aromatic perennial plant in the family Lamiaceae. It is widely cultivated throughout the Southeast Asian tropics. It is native to tropical and subtropical regions of Asia, Australia and the western Pacific. This plant has escaped from cultivation and has naturalized in many tropical regions of the Americas. It is an agricultural and environmental weed. Neon is used here as a catalog label only. The care guide below describes the real species Tulsi (Ocimum tenuiflorum) and does not claim a verified botanical variety unless one is separately documented.

Neon Zebra Plant

Aphelandra squarrosa

Aphelandra squarrosa is a plant species in the family Acanthaceae, which is native to Atlantic Forest vegetation of Brazil. This plant is often used as a house plant. This plant is cited in Flora Brasiliensis by Carl Friedrich Philipp von Martius. Neon is used here as a catalog label only. The care guide below describes the real species Zebra Plant (Aphelandra squarrosa) and does not claim a verified botanical variety unless one is separately documented.

Silver Basil

Ocimum basilicum

Basil, also called great basil, is a culinary herb of the family Lamiaceae (mints). It is a tender plant and is used in cuisines worldwide. In Western cuisine, the generic term "basil" refers to the variety also known as Genovese basil or sweet basil. Basil is native to tropical regions from Central Africa to Southeast Asia. In temperate climates basil is treated as an annual plant, but it can be grown as a short-lived perennial or biennial in warmer horticultural zones with tropical or Mediterranean climates. Silver is used here as a catalog label only. The care guide below describes the real species Basil (Ocimum basilicum) and does not claim a verified botanical variety unless one is separately documented.

Silver Boston Fern

Nephrolepis exaltata

Nephrolepis exaltata, known as the sword fern or Boston fern, is a species of fern in the family Nephrolepidaceae. It is native to the Americas. This evergreen plant can reach as high as 40–90 centimetres (16–35 in), and in extreme cases up to 1.5 metres. It is also known as the Boston sword fern, wild Boston fern, Boston blue bell fern, tuber ladder fern, or fishbone fern. Silver is used here as a catalog label only. The care guide below describes the real species Boston Fern (Nephrolepis exaltata) and does not claim a verified botanical variety unless one is separately documented.

Silver Brahmi

Bacopa monnieri

Bacopa monnieri, also known as water hyssop, brahmi, thyme-leafed gratiola, herb of grace, and Indian pennywort, is a perennial, creeping herb native to wetland areas globally. Silver is used here as a catalog label only. The care guide below describes the real species Brahmi (Bacopa monnieri) and does not claim a verified botanical variety unless one is separately documented.

Silver Calathea

Goeppertia picturata

Goeppertia picturata is a species of plant now classified as belonging to the genus Goeppertia in the family Marantaceae. It is native to northwest Brazil. and has been introduced to Colombia, Peru, the Leeward Islands, and the Windward Islands. Silver is used here as a catalog label only. The care guide below describes the real species Calathea (Goeppertia picturata) and does not claim a verified botanical variety unless one is separately documented.

Silver Cast Iron Plant

Aspidistra elatior

Aspidistra elatior, the cast-iron-plant or bar-room plant, also known in Japanese as haran or baran (葉蘭) is a species of flowering plant in the family Asparagaceae, native to Japan and Taiwan. Tolerant of neglect, it is widely cultivated as a houseplant, but can also be grown outside in shade where temperatures remain above −15 °C (5 °F). It is used as training material for the seika form of ikebana. Silver is used here as a catalog label only. The care guide below describes the real species Cast Iron Plant (Aspidistra elatior) and does not claim a verified botanical variety unless one is separately documented.

Silver Chinese Money Plant

Pilea peperomioides

Pilea peperomioides, the Chinese money plant, UFO plant, pancake plant, lefse plant or missionary plant, is a species of flowering plant in the nettle family Urticaceae, native to Yunnan and Sichuan provinces in southern China. Silver is used here as a catalog label only. The care guide below describes the real species Chinese Money Plant (Pilea peperomioides) and does not claim a verified botanical variety unless one is separately documented.

Silver Coriander

Coriandrum sativum

Coriander, or Coriandrum sativum, is an annual herb in the family Apiaceae. The leaves are known as cilantro in the US. Most people perceive the leaves as having a fresh, slightly citrus taste. Due to variations in the gene OR6A2, some people perceive its flavor to be more soaplike or rotten. Silver is used here as a catalog label only. The care guide below describes the real species Coriander (Coriandrum sativum) and does not claim a verified botanical variety unless one is separately documented.

Silver Cucumber

Cucumis sativus

The cucumber is a widely-cultivated creeping vine plant in the family Cucurbitaceae that bears cylindrical to spherical fruits, used as culinary vegetables. Considered an annual plant, there are three main types: slicing, pickling, and seedless. Silver is used here as a catalog label only. The care guide below describes the real species Cucumber (Cucumis sativus) and does not claim a verified botanical variety unless one is separately documented.

Silver Daisy

Bellis perennis

Bellis perennis, the daisy, is a European species of the family Asteraceae, often considered the archetypal species of the name daisy. To distinguish this species from other plants known as daisies, it is sometimes qualified or known as common daisy, lawn daisy or English daisy. Silver is used here as a catalog label only. The care guide below describes the real species Daisy (Bellis perennis) and does not claim a verified botanical variety unless one is separately documented.

Silver Dill

Anethum graveolens

Dill is an annual herb in the celery family Apiaceae. Native to North Africa and West Asia, dill is grown widely in Eurasia, where its leaves and seeds are used as a herb or spice for flavouring food. Silver is used here as a catalog label only. The care guide below describes the real species Dill (Anethum graveolens) and does not claim a verified botanical variety unless one is separately documented.

Silver Nerve Plant

Fittonia albivenis

Fittonia albivenis is a species of flowering plant in the family Acanthaceae, native to the rainforests of Colombia, Peru, Bolivia, Ecuador and northern Brazil. An evergreen perennial, it is notable for its dark green foliage with strongly contrasting white or red veins. It is commonly called nerve plant or mosaic plant. In temperate regions where the temperature falls below 10 °C (50 °F) it must be grown as a houseplant. Silver is used here as a catalog label only. The care guide below describes the real species Nerve Plant (Fittonia albivenis) and does not claim a verified botanical variety unless one is separately documented.

Silver Oregano

Origanum vulgare

Oregano is a species of flowering plant in the mint family, Lamiaceae. It was native to the Mediterranean region, but widely naturalised elsewhere in the temperate Northern Hemisphere. Silver is used here as a catalog label only. The care guide below describes the real species Oregano (Origanum vulgare) and does not claim a verified botanical variety unless one is separately documented.

Silver Prayer Plant

Maranta leuconeura

Maranta leuconeura, widely known as the prayer plant due to its daily sunlight-dependent movements, is a species of flowering plant in the family Marantaceae native to the Brazilian tropical forests. It is a variable, rhizomatous perennial, growing to 30 cm (12 in) tall and broad, with crowded clumps of evergreen, strikingly-marked oval leaves, each up to 12 cm (5 in) long. The plant spreads itself horizontally, carpeting an entire small area of forest floor, sending roots into the substrate at each leaf node. Silver is used here as a catalog label only. The care guide below describes the real species Prayer Plant (Maranta leuconeura) and does not claim a verified botanical variety unless one is separately documented.

Silver Rose

Rosa hybrid

A rose is either a woody perennial flowering plant of the genus Rosa, in the family Rosaceae, or the flower it bears. There are over three hundred species and tens of thousands of cultivars. The plants range in size and form, from trailing and erect shrubs to climbers up to 7 metres (23 ft) in height. Sharp prickles appear on the stems of many species. Their flowers vary in size and shape and are usually large and showy, in colours ranging from white through pinks, reds, oranges and yellows. Silver is used here as a catalog label only. The care guide below describes the real species Rose (Rosa hybrid) and does not claim a verified botanical variety unless one is separately documented.

Silver Spider Plant

Chlorophytum comosum

Chlorophytum comosum, usually called spider plant or common spider plant due to its spider-like look, also known as spider ivy, airplane plant, ribbon plant, and hen and chicks, is a species of evergreen perennial flowering plant of the family Asparagaceae. It is native to tropical and Southern Africa but has become naturalized in other parts of the world, including Western Australia and Bangladesh. Chlorophytum comosum is easy to grow as a houseplant because of its resilience, but it can be sensitive to the fluoride in tap water, which commonly gives it "burnt tips". Variegated forms are the most popular. Silver is used here as a catalog label only. The care guide below describes the real species Spider Plant (Chlorophytum comosum) and does not claim a verified botanical variety unless one is separately documented.

Silver Strawberry

Fragaria ananassa

The garden strawberry is a widely grown hybrid plant cultivated worldwide for its fruit. The genus Fragaria, the strawberries, is in the rose family, Rosaceae. The fruit is appreciated for its aroma, bright red colour, juicy texture, and sweetness. It is eaten either fresh or in prepared foods such as jam, ice cream, and chocolates. Artificial strawberry flavourings and aromas are widely used in commercial products. Botanically, the strawberry is not a berry, but an aggregate accessory fruit. Each apparent 'seed' on the outside of the strawberry is actually an achene, a botanical fruit with a seed inside it. Silver is used here as a catalog label only. The care guide below describes the real species Strawberry (Fragaria ananassa) and does not claim a verified botanical variety unless one is separately documented.

Silver Sunflower

Helianthus annuus

The common sunflower is a large annual forb in the daisy family Asteraceae. The domesticated form of common sunflower is harvested for its edible seeds, which come in two types: oil and confectionary seeds. Oilseed sunflowers are widely grown globally and represent the fourth most used vegetable oil in the world. They also are used widely as bird food or as food for livestock. In contrast, confectionary sunflower seeds are often eaten as a snack food or in baking. There also are horticultural sunflower varieties that are used as plantings in domestic gardens for aesthetics. Wild plants are known for their multiple flower heads, whereas the domestic sunflower often possesses a single large flower head atop an unbranched stem. Silver is used here as a catalog label only. The care guide below describes the real species Sunflower (Helianthus annuus) and does not claim a verified botanical variety unless one is separately documented.

Silver Thyme

Thymus vulgaris

Thymus vulgaris is a species of flowering plant in the mint family, Lamiaceae. Silver is used here as a catalog label only. The care guide below describes the real species Thyme (Thymus vulgaris) and does not claim a verified botanical variety unless one is separately documented.

Silver Tulsi

Ocimum tenuiflorum

Ocimum tenuiflorum, commonly known as tulasi, tulsi, or holy basil, is an aromatic perennial plant in the family Lamiaceae. It is widely cultivated throughout the Southeast Asian tropics. It is native to tropical and subtropical regions of Asia, Australia and the western Pacific. This plant has escaped from cultivation and has naturalized in many tropical regions of the Americas. It is an agricultural and environmental weed. Silver is used here as a catalog label only. The care guide below describes the real species Tulsi (Ocimum tenuiflorum) and does not claim a verified botanical variety unless one is separately documented.

Silver Zebra Plant

Aphelandra squarrosa

Aphelandra squarrosa is a plant species in the family Acanthaceae, which is native to Atlantic Forest vegetation of Brazil. This plant is often used as a house plant. This plant is cited in Flora Brasiliensis by Carl Friedrich Philipp von Martius. Silver is used here as a catalog label only. The care guide below describes the real species Zebra Plant (Aphelandra squarrosa) and does not claim a verified botanical variety unless one is separately documented.

Standard Basil

Ocimum basilicum

Basil, also called great basil, is a culinary herb of the family Lamiaceae (mints). It is a tender plant and is used in cuisines worldwide. In Western cuisine, the generic term "basil" refers to the variety also known as Genovese basil or sweet basil. Basil is native to tropical regions from Central Africa to Southeast Asia. In temperate climates basil is treated as an annual plant, but it can be grown as a short-lived perennial or biennial in warmer horticultural zones with tropical or Mediterranean climates. Standard is used here as a catalog label only. The care guide below describes the real species Basil (Ocimum basilicum) and does not claim a verified botanical variety unless one is separately documented.

Standard Boston Fern

Nephrolepis exaltata

Nephrolepis exaltata, known as the sword fern or Boston fern, is a species of fern in the family Nephrolepidaceae. It is native to the Americas. This evergreen plant can reach as high as 40–90 centimetres (16–35 in), and in extreme cases up to 1.5 metres. It is also known as the Boston sword fern, wild Boston fern, Boston blue bell fern, tuber ladder fern, or fishbone fern. Standard is used here as a catalog label only. The care guide below describes the real species Boston Fern (Nephrolepis exaltata) and does not claim a verified botanical variety unless one is separately documented.

Standard Brahmi

Bacopa monnieri

Bacopa monnieri, also known as water hyssop, brahmi, thyme-leafed gratiola, herb of grace, and Indian pennywort, is a perennial, creeping herb native to wetland areas globally. Standard is used here as a catalog label only. The care guide below describes the real species Brahmi (Bacopa monnieri) and does not claim a verified botanical variety unless one is separately documented.

Standard Calathea

Goeppertia picturata

Goeppertia picturata is a species of plant now classified as belonging to the genus Goeppertia in the family Marantaceae. It is native to northwest Brazil. and has been introduced to Colombia, Peru, the Leeward Islands, and the Windward Islands. Standard is used here as a catalog label only. The care guide below describes the real species Calathea (Goeppertia picturata) and does not claim a verified botanical variety unless one is separately documented.

Standard Cast Iron Plant

Aspidistra elatior

Aspidistra elatior, the cast-iron-plant or bar-room plant, also known in Japanese as haran or baran (葉蘭) is a species of flowering plant in the family Asparagaceae, native to Japan and Taiwan. Tolerant of neglect, it is widely cultivated as a houseplant, but can also be grown outside in shade where temperatures remain above −15 °C (5 °F). It is used as training material for the seika form of ikebana. Standard is used here as a catalog label only. The care guide below describes the real species Cast Iron Plant (Aspidistra elatior) and does not claim a verified botanical variety unless one is separately documented.

Standard Chinese Money Plant

Pilea peperomioides

Pilea peperomioides, the Chinese money plant, UFO plant, pancake plant, lefse plant or missionary plant, is a species of flowering plant in the nettle family Urticaceae, native to Yunnan and Sichuan provinces in southern China. Standard is used here as a catalog label only. The care guide below describes the real species Chinese Money Plant (Pilea peperomioides) and does not claim a verified botanical variety unless one is separately documented.

Standard Coriander

Coriandrum sativum

Coriander, or Coriandrum sativum, is an annual herb in the family Apiaceae. The leaves are known as cilantro in the US. Most people perceive the leaves as having a fresh, slightly citrus taste. Due to variations in the gene OR6A2, some people perceive its flavor to be more soaplike or rotten. Standard is used here as a catalog label only. The care guide below describes the real species Coriander (Coriandrum sativum) and does not claim a verified botanical variety unless one is separately documented.

Standard Cucumber

Cucumis sativus

The cucumber is a widely-cultivated creeping vine plant in the family Cucurbitaceae that bears cylindrical to spherical fruits, used as culinary vegetables. Considered an annual plant, there are three main types: slicing, pickling, and seedless. Standard is used here as a catalog label only. The care guide below describes the real species Cucumber (Cucumis sativus) and does not claim a verified botanical variety unless one is separately documented.

Standard Daisy

Bellis perennis

Bellis perennis, the daisy, is a European species of the family Asteraceae, often considered the archetypal species of the name daisy. To distinguish this species from other plants known as daisies, it is sometimes qualified or known as common daisy, lawn daisy or English daisy. Standard is used here as a catalog label only. The care guide below describes the real species Daisy (Bellis perennis) and does not claim a verified botanical variety unless one is separately documented.

Standard Dill

Anethum graveolens

Dill is an annual herb in the celery family Apiaceae. Native to North Africa and West Asia, dill is grown widely in Eurasia, where its leaves and seeds are used as a herb or spice for flavouring food. Standard is used here as a catalog label only. The care guide below describes the real species Dill (Anethum graveolens) and does not claim a verified botanical variety unless one is separately documented.

Standard Nerve Plant

Fittonia albivenis

Fittonia albivenis is a species of flowering plant in the family Acanthaceae, native to the rainforests of Colombia, Peru, Bolivia, Ecuador and northern Brazil. An evergreen perennial, it is notable for its dark green foliage with strongly contrasting white or red veins. It is commonly called nerve plant or mosaic plant. In temperate regions where the temperature falls below 10 °C (50 °F) it must be grown as a houseplant. Standard is used here as a catalog label only. The care guide below describes the real species Nerve Plant (Fittonia albivenis) and does not claim a verified botanical variety unless one is separately documented.

Standard Oregano

Origanum vulgare

Oregano is a species of flowering plant in the mint family, Lamiaceae. It was native to the Mediterranean region, but widely naturalised elsewhere in the temperate Northern Hemisphere. Standard is used here as a catalog label only. The care guide below describes the real species Oregano (Origanum vulgare) and does not claim a verified botanical variety unless one is separately documented.

Standard Prayer Plant

Maranta leuconeura

Maranta leuconeura, widely known as the prayer plant due to its daily sunlight-dependent movements, is a species of flowering plant in the family Marantaceae native to the Brazilian tropical forests. It is a variable, rhizomatous perennial, growing to 30 cm (12 in) tall and broad, with crowded clumps of evergreen, strikingly-marked oval leaves, each up to 12 cm (5 in) long. The plant spreads itself horizontally, carpeting an entire small area of forest floor, sending roots into the substrate at each leaf node. Standard is used here as a catalog label only. The care guide below describes the real species Prayer Plant (Maranta leuconeura) and does not claim a verified botanical variety unless one is separately documented.

Standard Rose

Rosa hybrid

A rose is either a woody perennial flowering plant of the genus Rosa, in the family Rosaceae, or the flower it bears. There are over three hundred species and tens of thousands of cultivars. The plants range in size and form, from trailing and erect shrubs to climbers up to 7 metres (23 ft) in height. Sharp prickles appear on the stems of many species. Their flowers vary in size and shape and are usually large and showy, in colours ranging from white through pinks, reds, oranges and yellows. Standard is used here as a catalog label only. The care guide below describes the real species Rose (Rosa hybrid) and does not claim a verified botanical variety unless one is separately documented.

Standard Spider Plant

Chlorophytum comosum

Chlorophytum comosum, usually called spider plant or common spider plant due to its spider-like look, also known as spider ivy, airplane plant, ribbon plant, and hen and chicks, is a species of evergreen perennial flowering plant of the family Asparagaceae. It is native to tropical and Southern Africa but has become naturalized in other parts of the world, including Western Australia and Bangladesh. Chlorophytum comosum is easy to grow as a houseplant because of its resilience, but it can be sensitive to the fluoride in tap water, which commonly gives it "burnt tips". Variegated forms are the most popular. Standard is used here as a catalog label only. The care guide below describes the real species Spider Plant (Chlorophytum comosum) and does not claim a verified botanical variety unless one is separately documented.

Standard Strawberry

Fragaria ananassa

The garden strawberry is a widely grown hybrid plant cultivated worldwide for its fruit. The genus Fragaria, the strawberries, is in the rose family, Rosaceae. The fruit is appreciated for its aroma, bright red colour, juicy texture, and sweetness. It is eaten either fresh or in prepared foods such as jam, ice cream, and chocolates. Artificial strawberry flavourings and aromas are widely used in commercial products. Botanically, the strawberry is not a berry, but an aggregate accessory fruit. Each apparent 'seed' on the outside of the strawberry is actually an achene, a botanical fruit with a seed inside it. Standard is used here as a catalog label only. The care guide below describes the real species Strawberry (Fragaria ananassa) and does not claim a verified botanical variety unless one is separately documented.

Standard Sunflower

Helianthus annuus

The common sunflower is a large annual forb in the daisy family Asteraceae. The domesticated form of common sunflower is harvested for its edible seeds, which come in two types: oil and confectionary seeds. Oilseed sunflowers are widely grown globally and represent the fourth most used vegetable oil in the world. They also are used widely as bird food or as food for livestock. In contrast, confectionary sunflower seeds are often eaten as a snack food or in baking. There also are horticultural sunflower varieties that are used as plantings in domestic gardens for aesthetics. Wild plants are known for their multiple flower heads, whereas the domestic sunflower often possesses a single large flower head atop an unbranched stem. Standard is used here as a catalog label only. The care guide below describes the real species Sunflower (Helianthus annuus) and does not claim a verified botanical variety unless one is separately documented.

Standard Thyme

Thymus vulgaris

Thymus vulgaris is a species of flowering plant in the mint family, Lamiaceae. Standard is used here as a catalog label only. The care guide below describes the real species Thyme (Thymus vulgaris) and does not claim a verified botanical variety unless one is separately documented.

Standard Tulsi

Ocimum tenuiflorum

Ocimum tenuiflorum, commonly known as tulasi, tulsi, or holy basil, is an aromatic perennial plant in the family Lamiaceae. It is widely cultivated throughout the Southeast Asian tropics. It is native to tropical and subtropical regions of Asia, Australia and the western Pacific. This plant has escaped from cultivation and has naturalized in many tropical regions of the Americas. It is an agricultural and environmental weed. Standard is used here as a catalog label only. The care guide below describes the real species Tulsi (Ocimum tenuiflorum) and does not claim a verified botanical variety unless one is separately documented.

Standard Zebra Plant

Aphelandra squarrosa

Aphelandra squarrosa is a plant species in the family Acanthaceae, which is native to Atlantic Forest vegetation of Brazil. This plant is often used as a house plant. This plant is cited in Flora Brasiliensis by Carl Friedrich Philipp von Martius. Standard is used here as a catalog label only. The care guide below describes the real species Zebra Plant (Aphelandra squarrosa) and does not claim a verified botanical variety unless one is separately documented.

Sweet Basil

Ocimum basilicum

Basil, also called great basil, is a culinary herb of the family Lamiaceae (mints). It is a tender plant and is used in cuisines worldwide. In Western cuisine, the generic term "basil" refers to the variety also known as Genovese basil or sweet basil. Basil is native to tropical regions from Central Africa to Southeast Asia. In temperate climates basil is treated as an annual plant, but it can be grown as a short-lived perennial or biennial in warmer horticultural zones with tropical or Mediterranean climates. Sweet is used here as a catalog label only. The care guide below describes the real species Basil (Ocimum basilicum) and does not claim a verified botanical variety unless one is separately documented.

Sweet Boston Fern

Nephrolepis exaltata

Nephrolepis exaltata, known as the sword fern or Boston fern, is a species of fern in the family Nephrolepidaceae. It is native to the Americas. This evergreen plant can reach as high as 40–90 centimetres (16–35 in), and in extreme cases up to 1.5 metres. It is also known as the Boston sword fern, wild Boston fern, Boston blue bell fern, tuber ladder fern, or fishbone fern. Sweet is used here as a catalog label only. The care guide below describes the real species Boston Fern (Nephrolepis exaltata) and does not claim a verified botanical variety unless one is separately documented.

Sweet Brahmi

Bacopa monnieri

Bacopa monnieri, also known as water hyssop, brahmi, thyme-leafed gratiola, herb of grace, and Indian pennywort, is a perennial, creeping herb native to wetland areas globally. Sweet is used here as a catalog label only. The care guide below describes the real species Brahmi (Bacopa monnieri) and does not claim a verified botanical variety unless one is separately documented.

Sweet Calathea

Goeppertia picturata

Goeppertia picturata is a species of plant now classified as belonging to the genus Goeppertia in the family Marantaceae. It is native to northwest Brazil. and has been introduced to Colombia, Peru, the Leeward Islands, and the Windward Islands. Sweet is used here as a catalog label only. The care guide below describes the real species Calathea (Goeppertia picturata) and does not claim a verified botanical variety unless one is separately documented.

Sweet Cast Iron Plant

Aspidistra elatior

Aspidistra elatior, the cast-iron-plant or bar-room plant, also known in Japanese as haran or baran (葉蘭) is a species of flowering plant in the family Asparagaceae, native to Japan and Taiwan. Tolerant of neglect, it is widely cultivated as a houseplant, but can also be grown outside in shade where temperatures remain above −15 °C (5 °F). It is used as training material for the seika form of ikebana. Sweet is used here as a catalog label only. The care guide below describes the real species Cast Iron Plant (Aspidistra elatior) and does not claim a verified botanical variety unless one is separately documented.

Sweet Chinese Money Plant

Pilea peperomioides

Pilea peperomioides, the Chinese money plant, UFO plant, pancake plant, lefse plant or missionary plant, is a species of flowering plant in the nettle family Urticaceae, native to Yunnan and Sichuan provinces in southern China. Sweet is used here as a catalog label only. The care guide below describes the real species Chinese Money Plant (Pilea peperomioides) and does not claim a verified botanical variety unless one is separately documented.

Sweet Coriander

Coriandrum sativum

Coriander, or Coriandrum sativum, is an annual herb in the family Apiaceae. The leaves are known as cilantro in the US. Most people perceive the leaves as having a fresh, slightly citrus taste. Due to variations in the gene OR6A2, some people perceive its flavor to be more soaplike or rotten. Sweet is used here as a catalog label only. The care guide below describes the real species Coriander (Coriandrum sativum) and does not claim a verified botanical variety unless one is separately documented.

Sweet Cucumber

Cucumis sativus

The cucumber is a widely-cultivated creeping vine plant in the family Cucurbitaceae that bears cylindrical to spherical fruits, used as culinary vegetables. Considered an annual plant, there are three main types: slicing, pickling, and seedless. Sweet is used here as a catalog label only. The care guide below describes the real species Cucumber (Cucumis sativus) and does not claim a verified botanical variety unless one is separately documented.

Sweet Daisy

Bellis perennis

Bellis perennis, the daisy, is a European species of the family Asteraceae, often considered the archetypal species of the name daisy. To distinguish this species from other plants known as daisies, it is sometimes qualified or known as common daisy, lawn daisy or English daisy. Sweet is used here as a catalog label only. The care guide below describes the real species Daisy (Bellis perennis) and does not claim a verified botanical variety unless one is separately documented.

Sweet Dill

Anethum graveolens

Dill is an annual herb in the celery family Apiaceae. Native to North Africa and West Asia, dill is grown widely in Eurasia, where its leaves and seeds are used as a herb or spice for flavouring food. Sweet is used here as a catalog label only. The care guide below describes the real species Dill (Anethum graveolens) and does not claim a verified botanical variety unless one is separately documented.

Sweet Nerve Plant

Fittonia albivenis

Fittonia albivenis is a species of flowering plant in the family Acanthaceae, native to the rainforests of Colombia, Peru, Bolivia, Ecuador and northern Brazil. An evergreen perennial, it is notable for its dark green foliage with strongly contrasting white or red veins. It is commonly called nerve plant or mosaic plant. In temperate regions where the temperature falls below 10 °C (50 °F) it must be grown as a houseplant. Sweet is used here as a catalog label only. The care guide below describes the real species Nerve Plant (Fittonia albivenis) and does not claim a verified botanical variety unless one is separately documented.

Sweet Oregano

Origanum vulgare

Oregano is a species of flowering plant in the mint family, Lamiaceae. It was native to the Mediterranean region, but widely naturalised elsewhere in the temperate Northern Hemisphere. Sweet is used here as a catalog label only. The care guide below describes the real species Oregano (Origanum vulgare) and does not claim a verified botanical variety unless one is separately documented.

Sweet Prayer Plant

Maranta leuconeura

Maranta leuconeura, widely known as the prayer plant due to its daily sunlight-dependent movements, is a species of flowering plant in the family Marantaceae native to the Brazilian tropical forests. It is a variable, rhizomatous perennial, growing to 30 cm (12 in) tall and broad, with crowded clumps of evergreen, strikingly-marked oval leaves, each up to 12 cm (5 in) long. The plant spreads itself horizontally, carpeting an entire small area of forest floor, sending roots into the substrate at each leaf node. Sweet is used here as a catalog label only. The care guide below describes the real species Prayer Plant (Maranta leuconeura) and does not claim a verified botanical variety unless one is separately documented.

Sweet Rose

Rosa hybrid

A rose is either a woody perennial flowering plant of the genus Rosa, in the family Rosaceae, or the flower it bears. There are over three hundred species and tens of thousands of cultivars. The plants range in size and form, from trailing and erect shrubs to climbers up to 7 metres (23 ft) in height. Sharp prickles appear on the stems of many species. Their flowers vary in size and shape and are usually large and showy, in colours ranging from white through pinks, reds, oranges and yellows. Sweet is used here as a catalog label only. The care guide below describes the real species Rose (Rosa hybrid) and does not claim a verified botanical variety unless one is separately documented.

Sweet Spider Plant

Chlorophytum comosum

Chlorophytum comosum, usually called spider plant or common spider plant due to its spider-like look, also known as spider ivy, airplane plant, ribbon plant, and hen and chicks, is a species of evergreen perennial flowering plant of the family Asparagaceae. It is native to tropical and Southern Africa but has become naturalized in other parts of the world, including Western Australia and Bangladesh. Chlorophytum comosum is easy to grow as a houseplant because of its resilience, but it can be sensitive to the fluoride in tap water, which commonly gives it "burnt tips". Variegated forms are the most popular. Sweet is used here as a catalog label only. The care guide below describes the real species Spider Plant (Chlorophytum comosum) and does not claim a verified botanical variety unless one is separately documented.

Sweet Strawberry

Fragaria ananassa

The garden strawberry is a widely grown hybrid plant cultivated worldwide for its fruit. The genus Fragaria, the strawberries, is in the rose family, Rosaceae. The fruit is appreciated for its aroma, bright red colour, juicy texture, and sweetness. It is eaten either fresh or in prepared foods such as jam, ice cream, and chocolates. Artificial strawberry flavourings and aromas are widely used in commercial products. Botanically, the strawberry is not a berry, but an aggregate accessory fruit. Each apparent 'seed' on the outside of the strawberry is actually an achene, a botanical fruit with a seed inside it. Sweet is used here as a catalog label only. The care guide below describes the real species Strawberry (Fragaria ananassa) and does not claim a verified botanical variety unless one is separately documented.

Sweet Sunflower

Helianthus annuus

The common sunflower is a large annual forb in the daisy family Asteraceae. The domesticated form of common sunflower is harvested for its edible seeds, which come in two types: oil and confectionary seeds. Oilseed sunflowers are widely grown globally and represent the fourth most used vegetable oil in the world. They also are used widely as bird food or as food for livestock. In contrast, confectionary sunflower seeds are often eaten as a snack food or in baking. There also are horticultural sunflower varieties that are used as plantings in domestic gardens for aesthetics. Wild plants are known for their multiple flower heads, whereas the domestic sunflower often possesses a single large flower head atop an unbranched stem. Sweet is used here as a catalog label only. The care guide below describes the real species Sunflower (Helianthus annuus) and does not claim a verified botanical variety unless one is separately documented.

Sweet Thyme

Thymus vulgaris

Thymus vulgaris is a species of flowering plant in the mint family, Lamiaceae. Sweet is used here as a catalog label only. The care guide below describes the real species Thyme (Thymus vulgaris) and does not claim a verified botanical variety unless one is separately documented.

Sweet Tulsi

Ocimum tenuiflorum

Ocimum tenuiflorum, commonly known as tulasi, tulsi, or holy basil, is an aromatic perennial plant in the family Lamiaceae. It is widely cultivated throughout the Southeast Asian tropics. It is native to tropical and subtropical regions of Asia, Australia and the western Pacific. This plant has escaped from cultivation and has naturalized in many tropical regions of the Americas. It is an agricultural and environmental weed. Sweet is used here as a catalog label only. The care guide below describes the real species Tulsi (Ocimum tenuiflorum) and does not claim a verified botanical variety unless one is separately documented.

Sweet Zebra Plant

Aphelandra squarrosa

Aphelandra squarrosa is a plant species in the family Acanthaceae, which is native to Atlantic Forest vegetation of Brazil. This plant is often used as a house plant. This plant is cited in Flora Brasiliensis by Carl Friedrich Philipp von Martius. Sweet is used here as a catalog label only. The care guide below describes the real species Zebra Plant (Aphelandra squarrosa) and does not claim a verified botanical variety unless one is separately documented.

Variegated Basil

Ocimum basilicum

Basil, also called great basil, is a culinary herb of the family Lamiaceae (mints). It is a tender plant and is used in cuisines worldwide. In Western cuisine, the generic term "basil" refers to the variety also known as Genovese basil or sweet basil. Basil is native to tropical regions from Central Africa to Southeast Asia. In temperate climates basil is treated as an annual plant, but it can be grown as a short-lived perennial or biennial in warmer horticultural zones with tropical or Mediterranean climates. Variegated is used here as a catalog label only. The care guide below describes the real species Basil (Ocimum basilicum) and does not claim a verified botanical variety unless one is separately documented.

Variegated Boston Fern

Nephrolepis exaltata

Nephrolepis exaltata, known as the sword fern or Boston fern, is a species of fern in the family Nephrolepidaceae. It is native to the Americas. This evergreen plant can reach as high as 40–90 centimetres (16–35 in), and in extreme cases up to 1.5 metres. It is also known as the Boston sword fern, wild Boston fern, Boston blue bell fern, tuber ladder fern, or fishbone fern. Variegated is used here as a catalog label only. The care guide below describes the real species Boston Fern (Nephrolepis exaltata) and does not claim a verified botanical variety unless one is separately documented.

Variegated Brahmi

Bacopa monnieri

Bacopa monnieri, also known as water hyssop, brahmi, thyme-leafed gratiola, herb of grace, and Indian pennywort, is a perennial, creeping herb native to wetland areas globally. Variegated is used here as a catalog label only. The care guide below describes the real species Brahmi (Bacopa monnieri) and does not claim a verified botanical variety unless one is separately documented.

Variegated Calathea

Goeppertia picturata

Goeppertia picturata is a species of plant now classified as belonging to the genus Goeppertia in the family Marantaceae. It is native to northwest Brazil. and has been introduced to Colombia, Peru, the Leeward Islands, and the Windward Islands. Variegated is used here as a catalog label only. The care guide below describes the real species Calathea (Goeppertia picturata) and does not claim a verified botanical variety unless one is separately documented.

Variegated Cast Iron Plant

Aspidistra elatior

Aspidistra elatior, the cast-iron-plant or bar-room plant, also known in Japanese as haran or baran (葉蘭) is a species of flowering plant in the family Asparagaceae, native to Japan and Taiwan. Tolerant of neglect, it is widely cultivated as a houseplant, but can also be grown outside in shade where temperatures remain above −15 °C (5 °F). It is used as training material for the seika form of ikebana. Variegated is used here as a catalog label only. The care guide below describes the real species Cast Iron Plant (Aspidistra elatior) and does not claim a verified botanical variety unless one is separately documented.

Variegated Chinese Money Plant

Pilea peperomioides

Pilea peperomioides, the Chinese money plant, UFO plant, pancake plant, lefse plant or missionary plant, is a species of flowering plant in the nettle family Urticaceae, native to Yunnan and Sichuan provinces in southern China. Variegated is used here as a catalog label only. The care guide below describes the real species Chinese Money Plant (Pilea peperomioides) and does not claim a verified botanical variety unless one is separately documented.

Variegated Coriander

Coriandrum sativum

Coriander, or Coriandrum sativum, is an annual herb in the family Apiaceae. The leaves are known as cilantro in the US. Most people perceive the leaves as having a fresh, slightly citrus taste. Due to variations in the gene OR6A2, some people perceive its flavor to be more soaplike or rotten. Variegated is used here as a catalog label only. The care guide below describes the real species Coriander (Coriandrum sativum) and does not claim a verified botanical variety unless one is separately documented.

Variegated Cucumber

Cucumis sativus

The cucumber is a widely-cultivated creeping vine plant in the family Cucurbitaceae that bears cylindrical to spherical fruits, used as culinary vegetables. Considered an annual plant, there are three main types: slicing, pickling, and seedless. Variegated is used here as a catalog label only. The care guide below describes the real species Cucumber (Cucumis sativus) and does not claim a verified botanical variety unless one is separately documented.

Variegated Daisy

Bellis perennis

Bellis perennis, the daisy, is a European species of the family Asteraceae, often considered the archetypal species of the name daisy. To distinguish this species from other plants known as daisies, it is sometimes qualified or known as common daisy, lawn daisy or English daisy. Variegated is used here as a catalog label only. The care guide below describes the real species Daisy (Bellis perennis) and does not claim a verified botanical variety unless one is separately documented.

Variegated Dill

Anethum graveolens

Dill is an annual herb in the celery family Apiaceae. Native to North Africa and West Asia, dill is grown widely in Eurasia, where its leaves and seeds are used as a herb or spice for flavouring food. Variegated is used here as a catalog label only. The care guide below describes the real species Dill (Anethum graveolens) and does not claim a verified botanical variety unless one is separately documented.

Variegated Nerve Plant

Fittonia albivenis

Fittonia albivenis is a species of flowering plant in the family Acanthaceae, native to the rainforests of Colombia, Peru, Bolivia, Ecuador and northern Brazil. An evergreen perennial, it is notable for its dark green foliage with strongly contrasting white or red veins. It is commonly called nerve plant or mosaic plant. In temperate regions where the temperature falls below 10 °C (50 °F) it must be grown as a houseplant. Variegated is used here as a catalog label only. The care guide below describes the real species Nerve Plant (Fittonia albivenis) and does not claim a verified botanical variety unless one is separately documented.

Variegated Oregano

Origanum vulgare

Oregano is a species of flowering plant in the mint family, Lamiaceae. It was native to the Mediterranean region, but widely naturalised elsewhere in the temperate Northern Hemisphere. Variegated is used here as a catalog label only. The care guide below describes the real species Oregano (Origanum vulgare) and does not claim a verified botanical variety unless one is separately documented.

Variegated Prayer Plant

Maranta leuconeura

Maranta leuconeura, widely known as the prayer plant due to its daily sunlight-dependent movements, is a species of flowering plant in the family Marantaceae native to the Brazilian tropical forests. It is a variable, rhizomatous perennial, growing to 30 cm (12 in) tall and broad, with crowded clumps of evergreen, strikingly-marked oval leaves, each up to 12 cm (5 in) long. The plant spreads itself horizontally, carpeting an entire small area of forest floor, sending roots into the substrate at each leaf node. Variegated is used here as a catalog label only. The care guide below describes the real species Prayer Plant (Maranta leuconeura) and does not claim a verified botanical variety unless one is separately documented.

Variegated Rose

Rosa hybrid

A rose is either a woody perennial flowering plant of the genus Rosa, in the family Rosaceae, or the flower it bears. There are over three hundred species and tens of thousands of cultivars. The plants range in size and form, from trailing and erect shrubs to climbers up to 7 metres (23 ft) in height. Sharp prickles appear on the stems of many species. Their flowers vary in size and shape and are usually large and showy, in colours ranging from white through pinks, reds, oranges and yellows. Variegated is used here as a catalog label only. The care guide below describes the real species Rose (Rosa hybrid) and does not claim a verified botanical variety unless one is separately documented.

Variegated Spider Plant

Chlorophytum comosum

Chlorophytum comosum, usually called spider plant or common spider plant due to its spider-like look, also known as spider ivy, airplane plant, ribbon plant, and hen and chicks, is a species of evergreen perennial flowering plant of the family Asparagaceae. It is native to tropical and Southern Africa but has become naturalized in other parts of the world, including Western Australia and Bangladesh. Chlorophytum comosum is easy to grow as a houseplant because of its resilience, but it can be sensitive to the fluoride in tap water, which commonly gives it "burnt tips". Variegated forms are the most popular. Variegated is used here as a catalog label only. The care guide below describes the real species Spider Plant (Chlorophytum comosum) and does not claim a verified botanical variety unless one is separately documented.

Variegated Strawberry

Fragaria ananassa

The garden strawberry is a widely grown hybrid plant cultivated worldwide for its fruit. The genus Fragaria, the strawberries, is in the rose family, Rosaceae. The fruit is appreciated for its aroma, bright red colour, juicy texture, and sweetness. It is eaten either fresh or in prepared foods such as jam, ice cream, and chocolates. Artificial strawberry flavourings and aromas are widely used in commercial products. Botanically, the strawberry is not a berry, but an aggregate accessory fruit. Each apparent 'seed' on the outside of the strawberry is actually an achene, a botanical fruit with a seed inside it. Variegated is used here as a catalog label only. The care guide below describes the real species Strawberry (Fragaria ananassa) and does not claim a verified botanical variety unless one is separately documented.

Variegated Sunflower

Helianthus annuus

The common sunflower is a large annual forb in the daisy family Asteraceae. The domesticated form of common sunflower is harvested for its edible seeds, which come in two types: oil and confectionary seeds. Oilseed sunflowers are widely grown globally and represent the fourth most used vegetable oil in the world. They also are used widely as bird food or as food for livestock. In contrast, confectionary sunflower seeds are often eaten as a snack food or in baking. There also are horticultural sunflower varieties that are used as plantings in domestic gardens for aesthetics. Wild plants are known for their multiple flower heads, whereas the domestic sunflower often possesses a single large flower head atop an unbranched stem. Variegated is used here as a catalog label only. The care guide below describes the real species Sunflower (Helianthus annuus) and does not claim a verified botanical variety unless one is separately documented.

Variegated Thyme

Thymus vulgaris

Thymus vulgaris is a species of flowering plant in the mint family, Lamiaceae. Variegated is used here as a catalog label only. The care guide below describes the real species Thyme (Thymus vulgaris) and does not claim a verified botanical variety unless one is separately documented.

Variegated Tulsi

Ocimum tenuiflorum

Ocimum tenuiflorum, commonly known as tulasi, tulsi, or holy basil, is an aromatic perennial plant in the family Lamiaceae. It is widely cultivated throughout the Southeast Asian tropics. It is native to tropical and subtropical regions of Asia, Australia and the western Pacific. This plant has escaped from cultivation and has naturalized in many tropical regions of the Americas. It is an agricultural and environmental weed. Variegated is used here as a catalog label only. The care guide below describes the real species Tulsi (Ocimum tenuiflorum) and does not claim a verified botanical variety unless one is separately documented.

Variegated Zebra Plant

Aphelandra squarrosa

Aphelandra squarrosa is a plant species in the family Acanthaceae, which is native to Atlantic Forest vegetation of Brazil. This plant is often used as a house plant. This plant is cited in Flora Brasiliensis by Carl Friedrich Philipp von Martius. Variegated is used here as a catalog label only. The care guide below describes the real species Zebra Plant (Aphelandra squarrosa) and does not claim a verified botanical variety unless one is separately documented.

Wild Basil

Ocimum basilicum

Basil, also called great basil, is a culinary herb of the family Lamiaceae (mints). It is a tender plant and is used in cuisines worldwide. In Western cuisine, the generic term "basil" refers to the variety also known as Genovese basil or sweet basil. Basil is native to tropical regions from Central Africa to Southeast Asia. In temperate climates basil is treated as an annual plant, but it can be grown as a short-lived perennial or biennial in warmer horticultural zones with tropical or Mediterranean climates. Wild is used here as a catalog label only. The care guide below describes the real species Basil (Ocimum basilicum) and does not claim a verified botanical variety unless one is separately documented.

Wild Boston Fern

Nephrolepis exaltata

Nephrolepis exaltata, known as the sword fern or Boston fern, is a species of fern in the family Nephrolepidaceae. It is native to the Americas. This evergreen plant can reach as high as 40–90 centimetres (16–35 in), and in extreme cases up to 1.5 metres. It is also known as the Boston sword fern, wild Boston fern, Boston blue bell fern, tuber ladder fern, or fishbone fern. Wild is used here as a catalog label only. The care guide below describes the real species Boston Fern (Nephrolepis exaltata) and does not claim a verified botanical variety unless one is separately documented.

Wild Brahmi

Bacopa monnieri

Bacopa monnieri, also known as water hyssop, brahmi, thyme-leafed gratiola, herb of grace, and Indian pennywort, is a perennial, creeping herb native to wetland areas globally. Wild is used here as a catalog label only. The care guide below describes the real species Brahmi (Bacopa monnieri) and does not claim a verified botanical variety unless one is separately documented.

Wild Calathea

Goeppertia picturata

Goeppertia picturata is a species of plant now classified as belonging to the genus Goeppertia in the family Marantaceae. It is native to northwest Brazil. and has been introduced to Colombia, Peru, the Leeward Islands, and the Windward Islands. Wild is used here as a catalog label only. The care guide below describes the real species Calathea (Goeppertia picturata) and does not claim a verified botanical variety unless one is separately documented.

Wild Cast Iron Plant

Aspidistra elatior

Aspidistra elatior, the cast-iron-plant or bar-room plant, also known in Japanese as haran or baran (葉蘭) is a species of flowering plant in the family Asparagaceae, native to Japan and Taiwan. Tolerant of neglect, it is widely cultivated as a houseplant, but can also be grown outside in shade where temperatures remain above −15 °C (5 °F). It is used as training material for the seika form of ikebana. Wild is used here as a catalog label only. The care guide below describes the real species Cast Iron Plant (Aspidistra elatior) and does not claim a verified botanical variety unless one is separately documented.

Wild Chinese Money Plant

Pilea peperomioides

Pilea peperomioides, the Chinese money plant, UFO plant, pancake plant, lefse plant or missionary plant, is a species of flowering plant in the nettle family Urticaceae, native to Yunnan and Sichuan provinces in southern China. Wild is used here as a catalog label only. The care guide below describes the real species Chinese Money Plant (Pilea peperomioides) and does not claim a verified botanical variety unless one is separately documented.

Wild Coriander

Coriandrum sativum

Coriander, or Coriandrum sativum, is an annual herb in the family Apiaceae. The leaves are known as cilantro in the US. Most people perceive the leaves as having a fresh, slightly citrus taste. Due to variations in the gene OR6A2, some people perceive its flavor to be more soaplike or rotten. Wild is used here as a catalog label only. The care guide below describes the real species Coriander (Coriandrum sativum) and does not claim a verified botanical variety unless one is separately documented.

Wild Cucumber

Cucumis sativus

The cucumber is a widely-cultivated creeping vine plant in the family Cucurbitaceae that bears cylindrical to spherical fruits, used as culinary vegetables. Considered an annual plant, there are three main types: slicing, pickling, and seedless. Wild is used here as a catalog label only. The care guide below describes the real species Cucumber (Cucumis sativus) and does not claim a verified botanical variety unless one is separately documented.

Wild Daisy

Bellis perennis

Bellis perennis, the daisy, is a European species of the family Asteraceae, often considered the archetypal species of the name daisy. To distinguish this species from other plants known as daisies, it is sometimes qualified or known as common daisy, lawn daisy or English daisy. Wild is used here as a catalog label only. The care guide below describes the real species Daisy (Bellis perennis) and does not claim a verified botanical variety unless one is separately documented.

Wild Dill

Anethum graveolens

Dill is an annual herb in the celery family Apiaceae. Native to North Africa and West Asia, dill is grown widely in Eurasia, where its leaves and seeds are used as a herb or spice for flavouring food. Wild is used here as a catalog label only. The care guide below describes the real species Dill (Anethum graveolens) and does not claim a verified botanical variety unless one is separately documented.

Wild Nerve Plant

Fittonia albivenis

Fittonia albivenis is a species of flowering plant in the family Acanthaceae, native to the rainforests of Colombia, Peru, Bolivia, Ecuador and northern Brazil. An evergreen perennial, it is notable for its dark green foliage with strongly contrasting white or red veins. It is commonly called nerve plant or mosaic plant. In temperate regions where the temperature falls below 10 °C (50 °F) it must be grown as a houseplant. Wild is used here as a catalog label only. The care guide below describes the real species Nerve Plant (Fittonia albivenis) and does not claim a verified botanical variety unless one is separately documented.

Wild Oregano

Origanum vulgare

Oregano is a species of flowering plant in the mint family, Lamiaceae. It was native to the Mediterranean region, but widely naturalised elsewhere in the temperate Northern Hemisphere. Wild is used here as a catalog label only. The care guide below describes the real species Oregano (Origanum vulgare) and does not claim a verified botanical variety unless one is separately documented.

Wild Prayer Plant

Maranta leuconeura

Maranta leuconeura, widely known as the prayer plant due to its daily sunlight-dependent movements, is a species of flowering plant in the family Marantaceae native to the Brazilian tropical forests. It is a variable, rhizomatous perennial, growing to 30 cm (12 in) tall and broad, with crowded clumps of evergreen, strikingly-marked oval leaves, each up to 12 cm (5 in) long. The plant spreads itself horizontally, carpeting an entire small area of forest floor, sending roots into the substrate at each leaf node. Wild is used here as a catalog label only. The care guide below describes the real species Prayer Plant (Maranta leuconeura) and does not claim a verified botanical variety unless one is separately documented.

Wild Rose

Rosa hybrid

A rose is either a woody perennial flowering plant of the genus Rosa, in the family Rosaceae, or the flower it bears. There are over three hundred species and tens of thousands of cultivars. The plants range in size and form, from trailing and erect shrubs to climbers up to 7 metres (23 ft) in height. Sharp prickles appear on the stems of many species. Their flowers vary in size and shape and are usually large and showy, in colours ranging from white through pinks, reds, oranges and yellows. Wild is used here as a catalog label only. The care guide below describes the real species Rose (Rosa hybrid) and does not claim a verified botanical variety unless one is separately documented.

Wild Spider Plant

Chlorophytum comosum

Chlorophytum comosum, usually called spider plant or common spider plant due to its spider-like look, also known as spider ivy, airplane plant, ribbon plant, and hen and chicks, is a species of evergreen perennial flowering plant of the family Asparagaceae. It is native to tropical and Southern Africa but has become naturalized in other parts of the world, including Western Australia and Bangladesh. Chlorophytum comosum is easy to grow as a houseplant because of its resilience, but it can be sensitive to the fluoride in tap water, which commonly gives it "burnt tips". Variegated forms are the most popular. Wild is used here as a catalog label only. The care guide below describes the real species Spider Plant (Chlorophytum comosum) and does not claim a verified botanical variety unless one is separately documented.

Wild Strawberry

Fragaria ananassa

The garden strawberry is a widely grown hybrid plant cultivated worldwide for its fruit. The genus Fragaria, the strawberries, is in the rose family, Rosaceae. The fruit is appreciated for its aroma, bright red colour, juicy texture, and sweetness. It is eaten either fresh or in prepared foods such as jam, ice cream, and chocolates. Artificial strawberry flavourings and aromas are widely used in commercial products. Botanically, the strawberry is not a berry, but an aggregate accessory fruit. Each apparent 'seed' on the outside of the strawberry is actually an achene, a botanical fruit with a seed inside it. Wild is used here as a catalog label only. The care guide below describes the real species Strawberry (Fragaria ananassa) and does not claim a verified botanical variety unless one is separately documented.

Wild Sunflower

Helianthus annuus

The common sunflower is a large annual forb in the daisy family Asteraceae. The domesticated form of common sunflower is harvested for its edible seeds, which come in two types: oil and confectionary seeds. Oilseed sunflowers are widely grown globally and represent the fourth most used vegetable oil in the world. They also are used widely as bird food or as food for livestock. In contrast, confectionary sunflower seeds are often eaten as a snack food or in baking. There also are horticultural sunflower varieties that are used as plantings in domestic gardens for aesthetics. Wild plants are known for their multiple flower heads, whereas the domestic sunflower often possesses a single large flower head atop an unbranched stem. Wild is used here as a catalog label only. The care guide below describes the real species Sunflower (Helianthus annuus) and does not claim a verified botanical variety unless one is separately documented.

Wild Thyme

Thymus vulgaris

Thymus vulgaris is a species of flowering plant in the mint family, Lamiaceae. Wild is used here as a catalog label only. The care guide below describes the real species Thyme (Thymus vulgaris) and does not claim a verified botanical variety unless one is separately documented.

Wild Tulsi

Ocimum tenuiflorum

Ocimum tenuiflorum, commonly known as tulasi, tulsi, or holy basil, is an aromatic perennial plant in the family Lamiaceae. It is widely cultivated throughout the Southeast Asian tropics. It is native to tropical and subtropical regions of Asia, Australia and the western Pacific. This plant has escaped from cultivation and has naturalized in many tropical regions of the Americas. It is an agricultural and environmental weed. Wild is used here as a catalog label only. The care guide below describes the real species Tulsi (Ocimum tenuiflorum) and does not claim a verified botanical variety unless one is separately documented.

Wild Zebra Plant

Aphelandra squarrosa

Aphelandra squarrosa is a plant species in the family Acanthaceae, which is native to Atlantic Forest vegetation of Brazil. This plant is often used as a house plant. This plant is cited in Flora Brasiliensis by Carl Friedrich Philipp von Martius. Wild is used here as a catalog label only. The care guide below describes the real species Zebra Plant (Aphelandra squarrosa) and does not claim a verified botanical variety unless one is separately documented.