Plants and Trees - Tropical Plants
About Tropical Plants
Introduction
There are thousands of tropical plant species all over the world. Some are only native to specific countries in tropical regions. These types of plants are very unique and will only grow under certain weather conditions. Exotic tropical plants are a species which are very individual and offer great beauties and aroma. They can be used in residential landscaping and gardening and also commercial or office building. There are tropical plants which can be used indoors as they offer style and creativity. Nearly all tropical plants have flowers, leaves and nothing can beat their delightful aromas. Tropical plants also grow fruits such as; banana plants and apricot plants. There are also vine species, evergreen species, shrubs species and much more.
Plant Tropicals in your Garden or Landscape
The wide specie range of tropical plants gives homeowners great opportunity to create a unique and stunning garden. By using tropical plants in the over design will totally enhance the features of the landscaped area and they will also add beauty to your home. Once you have chosen a variety of tropical plants for your landscaping you should always consider their requirements such as; amount of watering, shade or sun and type of soil. Most tropical plants like moist soil and they do not require loads of watering. Plant tropical in areas where they all complement each other and try to blend colorings throughout the landscape, you will achieve an outstanding tropical garden which looks great and very little maintenance.
Types of Tropical Plants
Palms
Palms are a tropical species which are always found and seen near beaches. They grow relatively tall quite fast. They have bright green feathered type leaves which are also quite large which extend off the top of the palm. Palms are available in many different species, they can be planted in residential and commercial properties and they require no maintenance. They can also be used as indoor house plants but they require bright sunlight. Bananas
Bananas are very popular plants and they instantly create a tropical setting. Banana plants are classified as a tropical plant and they can be grown all over the world. They have large leaves and they mature very fast. The actual plant will produce fruit generally in its second year. They require full sun, great watering and healthy and moist soil. Fertilizing programs should be thought out for these tropical plants. Tropical Shrubs
There is a wide variety of tropical shrubs which are all well known for their fragrance, fruits, flowering and evergreens. Each has there own individual appearance and pleasant setting. Here is a list of 3 of the most popular tropical shrubs:
- Coloccasia Esculenta Illustris also known as Black Leaf is a tuberous herb which has strong dark green emerald leaves with purple blotches through them. They are suited to be grown in weather conditions which are warmer and they can survive under 45F.
- Tibouchina Urvilleana also known as Princes Flower is a medium sized shrub which offer purple circular flowers, leaves are greenish with bronze tinges; they are most suitable to mild climates.
- Calotropis Gigantea also known as Crown Flower; the crown flower is a drought tolerant topical shrub which flowers and is very attractive and beautiful. They attract butterflies and have a fresh aroma.
