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Discovering Dianthus and Dumbcane: A Guide to Tropical Houseplants

Explore the vibrant Dianthus Carnation and distinctive Dieffenbachia in this comprehensive plant identification guide. Learn about their growth requirements, characteristics, and unique names. Discover the beauty of Dracaena Corn Plant and Red Edge Dracaena, along with other fascinating houseplants like Echeveria, Barrel Cactus, Golden Pothos, Spring Heather, Silver Dollar Gum, Crown-of-Thorns, Poinsettia, German Violet, and Benjamin Fig. With detailed information on each plant’s colors, sizes, and care instructions, this guide is an essential resource for floriculture enthusiasts.

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Discovering Dianthus and Dumbcane: A Guide to Tropical Houseplants

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  1. Floriculture Plant Identification D-F 135-151

  2. 135 Dianthus caryophyllus cv.Carnation • Other names: “flower of God” • Colors: various • Characteristics: • Type of plant: cut flower • Size: • Growth requirements: • Other: long lasting

  3. 135 Dianthus caryophyllus cv.Carnation

  4. 135 Dianthus caryophyllus cv.Carnation

  5. 135Dianthus caryophyllus cv.Carnation

  6. 136Dieffenbachia maculata cv.Spotted Dumbcane • Other names: giant dumbcane, leopard lily • Colors: green and white • Characteristics: distinctive leaf patterns leaves come in many varieties • Type of plant: tropical houseplant • Size: • Growth requirements: full sunlight • Other: poisonous--mouth will swell

  7. 136Dieffenbachia maculata cv.Spotted Dumbcane

  8. 136 Dieffenbachia maculata cv.Spotted Dumbcane

  9. 136 Dieffenbachia maculata cv.Spotted Dumbcane

  10. 137 Dracaena fragrans ‘Massangeana’Corn Plant Dracaena • Other names: • Colors: yellow and green • Characteristics: dramatic yellow variegation running down the center of its leaves • Type of plant: tropical houseplant • Size: 10-20’ tall • Growth requirements: 75 degrees; water requirements low

  11. 137 Dracaena fragrans ‘Massangeana’Corn Plant Dracaena

  12. 137 Dracaena fragrans ‘Massangeana’Corn Plant Dracaena

  13. 138 Dracaena cinctaRed Edge Dracaena • Other names: Madagascar dragon tree • Colors: • Characteristics: green leaves with red to purple stripes along the outer edge • Type of plant: houseplant • Size: 4-6’ tall • Growth requirements: 75 degrees and the water requirements are low. • Other:

  14. 138 Dracaena cinctaRed Edge Dracaena

  15. 138 Dracaena cinctaRed Edge Dracaena

  16. 138 Dracaena cinctaRed Edge Dracaena

  17. 139 Echeveria cv.Hens and Chickens • Other names: • Colors: there are over 150 species and many colors and shapes • Characteristics: rosette • Type of plant: succulent • Size: under 6” tall • Growth requirements: watering is low • Other: sensitive to many common insecticides

  18. 139 Echeveria cv.Hens and Chickens

  19. 139 Echeveria cv.Hens and Chickens

  20. 140 Echinocactus cv.Barrel Cactus • Other names: • Colors: • Characteristics: • Type of plant: cactus; succulent • Size: • Growth requirements: full sun; average water, don’t over water • Other: drought tolerant; xeriscaping

  21. 140 Echinocactus cv.Barrel Cactus

  22. 140 Echinocactus cv.Barrel Cactus

  23. 140 Echinocactus cv.Barrel Cactus

  24. 141 Epipremnum aureum cv.Golden Pothos, Devil’s Ivy • Other names: centipede tonga-vine, marble queen • Colors: green, yellow varigation • Characteristics: heart shaped leaves • Type of plant: houseplant • Size: can reach up to 30’+ if they are given enough sunlight and water • Growth requirements: light shade; water regularly • Other:

  25. 141 Epipremnum aureum cv.Golden Pothos, Devil’s Ivy

  26. 141 Epipremnum aureum cv.Golden Pothos, Devil’s Ivy

  27. 141 Epipremnum aureum cv.Golden Pothos, Devil’s Ivy

  28. 142 Erica carnea cv.Spring Heather • Other names: scotch heather, winter health • Colors: pinkish purple • Characteristics: • Type of plant: ground cover; shrub; cut flower; flowering houseplant • Size: 6-12” tall • Growth requirements: full sun, water reg. • Other:

  29. 142 Erica carnea cv.Spring Heather

  30. 142 Erica carnea cv.Spring Heather

  31. 142 Erica carnea cv.Spring Heather

  32. 143 Eucalyptus polyanthemosSilver Dollar Gum • Other names: • Colors: sage green • Characteristics: leaf structure is thick and is half circle shaped • Type of plant: cut foliage • Size: can grow 20-60’ tall; 20-30’ wide • Growth requirements: grows in hot weather • Other:

  33. 143 Eucalyptus polyanthemosSilver Dollar Gum

  34. 144 Euphorbia milii splendensCrown-of-Thorns • Other names: Christ plant, Siamese lucky plant • Colors: red and white flowers • Characteristics: plant covered in spines that protect the flower • Type of plant: perennial; houseplant • Size: 18-36” tall • Growth requirements: full sun, water reg. • Other: native of Madagascar

  35. 144 Euphorbia milii splendensCrown-of-Thorns

  36. 144 Euphorbia milii splendensCrown-of-Thorns

  37. 145Euphorbia pulcherrima cv.Poinsettia • Other names: Christmas Eve flower • Colors: red, pink, white, peach, marbled colors • Characteristics: • Type of plant: flowering houseplant • Size: 18-24” tall • Growth requirements: needs short days to bloom; sun to partial shade • Other: most popular Christmas plant

  38. 145Euphorbia pulcherrima cv.Poinsettia

  39. 145Euphorbia pulcherrima cv.Poinsettia

  40. 145Euphorbia pulcherrima cv.Poinsettia

  41. 146Exacum affineGerman (Persian) Violet • Other names: • Colors: Purple • Characteristics: profuse flowers and evergreen foliage; leaves are a glossy, dark green and the purple flowers, bright yellow stamens • Type of plant: flowering houseplant • Size: 6-12” tall • Growth requirements: light shade

  42. 146Exacum affineGerman (Persian) Violet

  43. 147 Ficus benjamina ‘Exotica’Benjamin Fig • Other names: weeping fig, Chinese banyan • Colors: green; green with white varigation • Characteristics: tear-drop shaped leaves • Type of plant: houseplant • Size: 1-20’ tall • Growth requirements: sun to partial shade • Other: often braided trunks

  44. 147 Ficus benjamina ‘Exotica’Benjamin Fig

  45. 147 Ficus benjamina ‘Exotica’Benjamin Fig

  46. 147 Ficus benjamina ‘Exotica’Benjamin Fig

  47. 148 Ficus elastica ‘Decora’‘Decora’ Rubber Plant • Other names: rubber tree • Colors: dark green with red veins • Characteristics: • Type of plant: houseplant • Size: 1-20’ tall • Growth requirements: light shade

  48. 148 Ficus elastica ‘Decora’‘Decora’ Rubber Plant

  49. 148 Ficus elastica ‘Decora’‘Decora’ Rubber Plant

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