New plants

This newly recognized species from the Ericaceae family is native to the rich biodiversity of Ecuador. It is named in honor of Ingrid de Portilla, ...

Ceratostema guachizacae Culture: Discover the recently described Ceratostema guachizacae, a captivating pendulous epiphytic shrub from the cloud fo...

Discover the fascinating Ceratostema pepeportillae, a newly described species from the Ericaceae family, named in honor of Jose Portilla, president...

To successfully cultivate Ceratostema zamorana and other similar Ceratostema species, it's crucial to replicate their native conditions while also ...

Discover the enchanting Ceratostema kiatana, a newly described species named in honor of Dr. Kiat Tan, past director of the Botanical Garden of Sin...

Ceratostema gualaquizensis var. laciniata Culture The var. laciniata refers to a specific variety characterized by its narrower leaves and wavy mar...

Ceratostema doucettei Culture Presenting Ceratostema doucettei, a recently described species named in honor of Alfonso Doucette, who first identifi...

Ceratostema jorgebritoi Culture Introducing Ceratostema jorgebritoi, a newly described species from the Ericaceae family, dedicated to Jorge Brito-...

Ceratostema pedunculatum Culture Explore Ceratostema pedunculatum, a well-established and striking species within the Ericaceae family, known for i...

Ceratostema gualaquizensis Culture: Light: Prefers bright, filtered light (similar to dappled forest sunlight); avoid harsh midday sun to prevent...

Native to the high-altitude cloud forests of the Andes, Ceratostema lanigerum is a striking epiphytic shrub known for its woolly, velvety leaves (h...

Ceratostema loucianae Culture Light: Prefers bright, indirect light (70–80% shade cloth or dappled sunlight). Avoid direct midday sun to prevent ...

A sun-kissed treasure of Ecuador's lower montane forests, Ceratostema silvicola captivates with its glossy emerald leaves and flaming trumpet-shape...

This is an epiphytic shrub from the Andean cloud forests. It is prized for its unusual, waxy, tubular flowers that hang down gracefully. Light: B...