by Jessica Ahrweiler | Aug 16, 2012 | Plant of the Week
Orthosiphon stamineus is an interesting tender perennial just starting to bloom outside the Wister Center. This native of Eastern Asia, a member of the Lamiaceae family, has long been used for its medicinal properties. In Southeast Asia it is known as Misai...
by Jessica Ahrweiler | Aug 8, 2012 | Plant of the Week
When I say Lycoris, I am not referring to Licorus Black, the evil pure-blood middle child of Sirius Black II and Hesper. And if someone mentioned Naked Ladies lining Magill Walk, let it be known they are referring to Lycoris, the lovely lily-esque flowers that are...
by Jessica Ahrweiler | Aug 1, 2012 | Plant of the Week
Canna Tropicanna® is creating a fabulous display right now lining the patio in the Scott Entrance Garden. Cannas are known for their beautiful flowers and large glossy leaves, but Canna Tropicanna® in particular is very exotic looking, its leaves sporting incredibly...
by Jessica Ahrweiler | Jul 19, 2012 | Plant of the Week
Welcome! Although Eucomis not a real pineapple, its flower stalks with perfectly arranged star-like flowers closely resemble a pineapple. So, as the pineapple is a sign of welcome, it is fitting that Eucomis lines the front walk to the Arboretum Offices. Eucomis...
by Jessica Ahrweiler | Jul 12, 2012 | Plant of the Week
As evergreens, pine trees are normally celebrated for giving us winter color. Pinus bungeana, however, offers something interesting to look at year round with its beautiful bark displaying a mosaic pattern of green, yellow, and clay-red against a background of...
