Rex begonia, also commonly known as painted-leaf begonia or fancy-leaf begonia, is a semi-tropical perennial plant known for its large variegated leaves that are brightly colored in shades of green, red, silver, and even purple. Rex begonia is typically grown as an outdoor container plant or houseplant. It can be challenging to find just the right conditions…
The genus, in the peppercorn family Piperaceae, is home to over a thousand species of diverse plants—including popular houseplants such as the Watermelon Peperomia, Ripple Peperomia, Baby Rubber Plant, and more. The family Piperaceae belongs to an ancient lineage of flowering plants known as Magnoliids. These plants are mostly tropical, and are the source of…
Amaryllis may be purchased as bare or planted bulbs, and are prized for their exotic trumpet-shaped flowers born on 1- to 2-foot leafless stalks or scapes. They add dramatic color to homes and gardens and make wonderful gifts to gardeners from beginners to experts. Native to Africa, the genus Amaryllis comes from the Greek word amarysso, which…
