Common Name: Acampe orchid Acampe orchid is native to the Indian sub-continent and has a wide distribution range. This monopodial (the stem grows from a single bud) orchid grows on trees as an epiphyte. It makes large conspicuous clumps on tree bark and grows robustly. This perennial orchid can be seen around dry and moist … Read More “Acampe praemorsa (Orchidaceae- Orchid family)” »
Common Name: White siris. Tamil Name: Velvagai, Kondavaghe. White siris is a large tree of South-East Asia can grow to around 20 meters, often found around Palakkad (Kerala state) near forest fringes. The branches are held close to the central stem, after reaching a height the branches tend to droop down. The young leaves are … Read More “Albizia Procera (Mimosaceae-Touch-me-not family)” »
Common name: Blue dawn flower, Common Morning glory, Blue morning glory Common morning glory is a giant climber and often extending itself over nearby vegetations growing to around 15 meters. The nativity of this plant is unclear, it is a very attractive ornamental climber more frequently seen in hill town areas of Western Ghats. The … Read More “Ipomoea indica (Convolvulaceae- Morning glory family)” »
Common Name: Greater perwinkle, Blue Perwinkle Blue perwinkle is a native to the Mediterranean region, it is used as an ornamental ground cover plant. Often seen in hill station towns and gardens in Tamilnadu. The simple leaves are arranged in an opposite manner; the leaf shape is ovate; the base is cordate and the tip … Read More “Vinca major (Apocynaceae- Oleander family)” »
Common Name: Sky flower, Golden dew drop. Sky flower is an evergreen shrub native to Tropical America. This plant is very popular in India as an ornamental hedge plant. The yellow tinged leaves along with the sky blue flower and golden colored fruit make this plant a favorite among landscape gardeners. The simple leaves are … Read More “Duranta erecta (Verbenaceae- Verbena family)” »
