Our list of limited, in-stock seeds from around the world.
* We have a few of the following seeds available on a limited
basis. These seeds are left over from seed trials and special
orders. We are making them available to the general public on a
first order, first served basis.
* Seeds will be shipped within 48 hours of receiving order.
* This list changes very often, please keep checking back in to see seeds available.
Currently Available Seeds:
Important Note: Most of the seeds on this page will benefit greatly from using the CAPE Smoke Seed Germination Primer that we use in our own greenhouses. We find we receive significantly better germination results when we use this primer on Musa, palms, tropical, wildflower and other types of seeds.
We recommend you use CAPE Primer for all types of palm seeds.
Tropical, Unusual, Plants, Shrubs, Trees and Vines
Family Jewels
Soap Nut Tree
African Iris
African Fern Pine
White Fragrant Trumpet Vine
Wooden Chime Tree
Rainforest Laurel
Naranjilla Juice Plant
Giant Golden Grandilla Passion Fruit
Kolomikta Kiwi
Tea Tree Plant Melaleuca alternifolia
Nikau Palm
Varigated Sky Flower
Firecracker Plant
Sacred Water Lily
Dahk Tree
Sausage Tree
Mescal Bean Plant
Bael Tree
Tea Plant Camellia sinensis
Himalaya Screw Pine
Wild Tamarind
Black Pepper Vine
Bottle Tree
Kurrajong Bottle Tree
Dwarf Catura Coffee
Philodendron lundii
Wild Passionflower, Fragrant Grandadilla
Mesquite
Golden Dewdrop
Fragrant Black Sage
Lobster Claw Heliconia
Orange Peacock Heliconia
Glory Lily
Heliconia Griggsiana
Rainbow Heliconia
Kahli Ginger
Mayan Gold Heliconia
Elephant Apple Tree
Sago Palm
Snakeskin Lily
Physic Nut Tree
Sugarbush Protea
Giant Woolly Beard Protea
Black Bearded Protea
Ray Flowered Protea
King Protea
New Zealand Flax
Variegated New Zealand Flax
Bronze New Zealand Flax
Ocotillo Plant
Gaultheria Phillyreifolia
Gmelina Asiatica
Perfume Tree
Elephant Ear Fig
Andes Sweet Pea
Chilean Bellflower
Gourd Tree
Chilean Cranberry
Silk Floss Tree
Iriartea Gigantea Palm
Nodding Pincushion
Colville's Glory Tree
Seed Packet #Z2800
Bunya-Bunya ( False Monkey Puzzle Tree ) Araucaria bidwilli
A very popular indoor houseplant. This Australian conifer has a very unique look which invites you to grow it indoors. It is very slow growing but worth the waiting. The branches become whorled and contorted. The branches are laden with numerous sharp, wedge shaped leaflets. Handsome new growth is pale green.It is sometimes called "Monkey Puzzle tree" because of the Aboriginal myth that monkeys climbed up this tree - over the sharp pointed leaves - and then became puzzled about how to climb back down.
A. bidwillii was a sacred tree for the Aboriginal people. The vernacular name is Bunya, Bonye, Bunyi or Bunya-bunya, from various tribes or European variations of the Australian Aboriginal name for the tree; it is also often called Bunya Pine (though this is inaccurate as it is not a pine). It is also commonly referred to as the False Monkey Puzzle, despite its obvious physical differences from the Monkey Puzzle tree (Araucaria araucana). The seeds are edible, and are similar to pine nuts, and have been an important food resource for Australian Aboriginal people; groves of the trees were often under particular tribal ownership. They are eaten both raw and cooked. Traditionally they were also ground and made into a paste, which was eaten directly or cooked in hot coals to make bread.
Price per pack: $5.95
Z2001 Sago Palm ( Cycas revoluta )
One of the most primitive living seed plants, they are also
very unusual and popular ornamentals. A rugged trunk, topped
with whorled feathery leaves has lead to the common name "Sago
Palm", however it is actually related to conifer and Ginko
trees - all cone bearing plants which trace their origins back
to the ancient flora of the early Mesozoic era. Often called
"living fossils", Cycads have changed very little in the last
200 million years.
Regardless of age or size, Cycas revoluta is one of the easiest
plants to grow, indoors or out, by beginner or expert. This
subtropical adapts to a wide range of temperatures from 15 to
110 degrees F (-11 to 42 degrees C), accepts full sun or bright
interior light, thrives with attention, and tolerates neglect.
In addition, Cycads are extremely long-lived. A 220 year old
specimen of Encephalartos, a relative of Cycas revoluta, is on
display at the Royal Botanic Garden, Kew England; the
restoration of the famous Palm House required it to be
temporarily transplanted to a holding area for more than a
year; the move was successful and is an example of the
durability of these ancient "living fossils".
This is an excellent opportunity to raise these expensive
plants yourself for less than a buck a plant.
These are fresh seeds that will germinate in a few months. If
kept in the refrigerator, these seeds will remain viable for
over a year.
Excellent container plant or outside garden plant for warm
climates.
50 large seeds per pack. Price per pack: $31.95
Seed Packet #1A137
Physic Nut Tree Jatropha curcas
Physic nut is a drought resistant shrub that grows up to 15'
tall with spreading branches.
The black thin shelled seeds are toxic;
they contain the toxalbumin curcin and this make them fatally
toxic. Caution is advised when using physic nut!
However, they also contain a high percentage of oil used for
candles, soap and bio-diesel production. The fruit contains 3
large black, oily seeds.
Physic nut has insecticidal - and fungicidal properties. It has
yellow-green flowers and large (pale) green leaves. It is a
drought resistant shrub with a smooth gray bark. Barbados nut
has latex that contains an alkaloid (jatrophine) which shows
anticancerous properties.
In Suriname's traditional medicine, the leaves of this plant
are used against stomachache, diagnosed in children: boiled
leaves for conditions of the gums and throat; tea of the leaves
for stoppage of urine, constipation, backache and inflammation
of ovaries. We do not recommend the use of this plant for
medicinal purposes, it can be very toxic.
Hardiness: USDA zone 9 - 11. Culture: full sun, well drained
soils but grows on almost any soil. Does not need much water;
is resistant to drought and can withstand short, light
frost.
FA49 Andes Sweet Pea
Lathyrus subandinus
Gorgeous. From the cold snow covered regions of the Andes comes
this bushy climber to 3' with large blue and white flowers.
Extremly popular and easily grown.
RHM086 Gourd Tree
Crescentia alata
Very appealing ornamental tree to 20' with spreading, arching
branches that produces a gourd fruit similar to the Calabash
tree. Flowering is nocturnal and occurs on the branches and
trunk throughout mst of the year. Abundant 2" leaflets are
winged.
3240 Chilean Cranberry
Ugni molinae
Botanically its in the Myrtaceae ( Myrtle ) family and is not
related to the cranberry ( which the small red berries resemble
). The delicious 3/4" fruits have a wild strawbery taste.
Although this fruit is relatively unknown to most of the
civilized world it is expected to make a commercial impact in
the future. It had been introduced to England in 1844 and
became a favorite fruit of Queen Victoria. The processed fruits
are beginning to enter the world markets. It is a handsome
shrubby tree to 7' laden with small oval leaves, glossy and
spicy scented when crushed. It develops small profuse pink
tinged blossoms which have the fragrance of strawberries. Hardy
to zone 8, once established it is drought resistant and can
tolerate some frost. Makes an excellant ornamental tree and may
be pruned to desired height. Requires bright light and well
draining acid soil.
RHM088 Silk Floss Tree
Chorisia speciosus
This South American tree has a brilliant display of pink,
lily-like flowers. It blooms best during the month of October,
adding a touch of color at a time when most blooms are
fading.
Spectacular 5-6 inch purple flowers. Native to Brazil and
Argentina. Hardy in Zone 9b
Mainly evergreen but will go deciduous briefly when they
flower. Oval shaped medium sized tree growing to 30 to 60 ft
tall and 20 to 40 ft wide. Fast rate of growth when young then
slows down. Beautiful flowering tree in fall with showy pink to
rosy colored blossoms. Trunk is stout, green in color and
usually is armed with thick, heavy spines.
Leaves are palmately compound with long petiole. Five leaflets
per leaf. Fruit is a large pod appearing in spring. Pod opens
and emits cotton like material. Used as a background tree, for
naturalizing, accent, and specimen. Prefers a well drained soil
and likes summer water. Is considered to be half hardy. Trunk
is usually enlarged at base. Cotton is used as stuffing
material like pillows. Tree may go deciduous in autumn or when
temp goes below 27 degrees F.
Seed Packet # Z2101
Black Pepper Vine (Piper Nigrum)
A vigorous tropical vine with glossy green leaves grown for
commercial production of pepper. Can be grown on trellises or
used as a basket plant. A low germinating seed, we ship 10
seeds to a pack.
Price per pack: $4.50
1A326 Colville Glory Tree ( Colvillea racemosa)
This is a rare, beautiful, flowering tree. Grown outside in zone 10 and higher, but a good tub specimen when young, provides flowers in fall and winter. It grows up right. It has fine leaves like a fern. It is related to the Royal Poinciana. Beautiful cluster of orange flowers!
Price per pack of 5 seeds: $2.95
Seed Packet # 2743
Seed Name: New Zealand Flax ( Phormium tenax)
Native to New Zealand, Phormium tenax grows large tufts of
broad, sword-shaped, stiffly ascending leaves. It does best in
temperate climates and is a perfect companion for palms,
bamboos and tree ferns. It is extremely tolerant of wind and
can take coastal exposure as well as severe freezes.
Price per pack of 15 seeds: $2.95
Seed Packet # 2745
Seed Name: Variegated New Zealand Flax ( Phormium tenax
variegatum)
The Variegated New Zealand Flax has cream-colored and green
striped leaves. Native to New Zealand, Phormium tenax grows
large tufts of broad, sword-shaped, stiffly ascending leaves.
It does best in temperate climates and is a perfect companion
for palms, bamboos and tree ferns. It is extremely tolerant of
wind and can take coastal exposure as well as severe
freezes.
Price per pack of 15 seeds: $2.95
Seed Packet # 1A314
Seed Name: Bronze New Zealand Flax ( Phormium tenax
atropurpureum )
This is the red foliage form of the species. Grows to 6-8 feet tall with large upright 3-4 inch wide reddish-purple foliage. Orange-red flowers form on tall stalks in late spring.
Considered the toughest of the New Zealand Flax as it will tolerate inland heat and colder temperatures than most of the hybrids. Can tolerate fairly dry conditions (Coastal) but looks best with occasional to regular irrigation. Cold hardy to 10-15 F. Possibly root hardy below these temperatures but with severe foliage damage unless protected. br>
0.12g pack of over 20 seeds: $2.75
RHM072 Gaultheria
Phillyreifolia
Rare. From the Mexican desert. An upright xerophytic shrub with
thin stems reaching 25'. The trunk is covered with needles and
small oval leaflets. Brilliant red flowers occur in racemes at
the tips of the branches.
Price per pack of 5-10 seeds: $2.95
RHM073 Gmelina
Asiatica
From Sri Lanka, this tropical, fast growing spiny shrub has an
upright habit and is known for producing bright yellow bell
shaped pendulous flowers that are in racemes 2" long. It can
grow to 7' and may require seasonal pruning. Ideal for Zone 10.
The roots and leaves have been used in India from remote times.
Note: If you are not familiar with the seed you will be
surprised by their appearance. They are pear shaped and look
like they have been cut in half and then hollowed out. When
viewing the hollow cavity the distinct impression is that this
seed cannot possibly grow. There is a small fleshy embryo
within the wall of the seed coat. Plant the seeds as you would
any other seed, instructions are on seed packets.
Price per pack of 5 seeds: $2.95
Seed Packet # Z1508
Seed Name: Family Jewels Plant ( Asclepias physocarpa
)
A wonderful tender shrub from South Africa with small white
flowers tinged with pink which are followed by large inflated
seed pods. The soft spined seed pods lend the name "Family
Jewels Plant", we'll just let it go at that.
Also known as Balloon Cotton Plant and Swan Plant. A delightful
garden plant with beautiful foliage for zones 7-10, but can be
grown as annual as far north as zone 5. Can reach 5-6 feet tall
and spread 2 feet wide.
This is one of our best selling seeds, better hurry before
supplies on these run out!
Seed Packet #Z1530
Ritha ( Soap Nut Tree ) Sapindus detergens/Sapindus
mukorossi
Ritha, or soap nut tree is a beautiful, tropical, large-leaved
deciduous tree of the Asian continent. It can be grown in warm
to tropical climates, small trees can be grown inside in large
tubs. Better known as soap-nut tree in inter-continental trade,
it is an important trees of tropical and sub-tropical regions
of the Indian subcontinent. Scientific name of the species
being Sapindus mukorossi, it belongs to the main plant order
Sapindaceae and family Sapindeae. The species is indigenous to
India and China and widely cultivated in upper reaches of the
Indo-Gangetic plains, Shivaliks and sub-Himalayan tracts at
altitudes varying from 200m to 1500m above mean sea level. The
species flourishes well in deep clayey loam soil and does best
in areas experiencing nearly 150 to 200 cm of annual
rainfall.
The bole (main trunk) of ritha is straight and cylindrical, nearly 4 to 5 m in height. The canopy comprising side branches and foliage constitutes an umbrella-like hemispherical top measuring 4 to 6 m in diameter. The tree can reach an overall height of 20 to 25 m and a girth of about 3 to 5 m at breast height in nearly 60 to 80 years of its existence. Ritha is thus an excellent avenue tree and it is grown even in tea gardens at places.
The bark of ritha is shinning grey and fairly smooth when the plant is young. It is dark grey when the plant approaches maturity. Ritha leaves are alternate and peripenate compound. The rachis is nearly 30 to 50 cm long and bears 5 to 10 pairs of leaflefts. An individual leaflet is about 7 to 15 cm long and 2 to 5 cm wide. It is acuminate and lanciolate in shape. The size of leaflets towards the tip of the rachis is smaller.
Ritha flowers during May - June. The flowers are small and greenish white, polygamous and mostly bisexual in terminal thyrses or compound cymose panicles. These are sub-sessile; numerous in number and at times occur in lose panicles at the end of branches.
The fruit of ritha appear in July-August and ripen by November-December. These are solitary globose i.e. round nuts of 2 to 2.5 cm diameter, fleshy and saponaceous. The seed is enclosed in a black, smooth and hard globose endocarp. The fruit is collected during winter months for seed and or sale in the market as soapnut.
The dried ritha fruit is most valuable part of the plant. Its fleshy portion contains saponin, which is a good substitute for washing soap and is as such used in preparation of quality shampoos, detergents, etc. In fact the skin of the fruit is highly valued by the rural folks as a natural produced shampoo for washing their hair. They also use these for washing woollen clothes. That perhaps is the reason that some scientists have given the species the alternate as Sapindus detergens also.
Ritha foliage is useful as fodder for cattle, especially during grass famines. The fruit is of considerable importance for its medicinal value as well. As per ayurveda, Unani and Tibetan systems of medication, it is useful in treating a number of human maladies like bad cold, facial pimples, irregularity in salivation, chlorisis, epilepsy, constipitation, nausea, etc. It is also used as expectorant and enthelmintic in small doses. It is now gathered that the Central Drug Research Institute, Lucknow, has recently developed a contraceptive cream out of ritha fruit. The same is being marketed under the trade name “Consap”.
The ritha wood is light yellow in colour. It is
close-grained, quite compact, rather hard, weighing nearly 28
to 30 kg per cubic foot. Although there is little documentary
evidence to suggest conversion of ritha tree into timber, this
otherwise is very useful shady and fruit giving tree. The wood
is utilised for modest rural building construction, oil and
sugar presses, agricultural implements, etc. Note: We
recommend CAPE seed germination primer
be used for these seeds.
Seed Packet #2003 African Iris
Dietes vegta
Very popular warm climate iris. White flowering with some blue
tinge and yellow on outer petals. Dark green sword type leaves
arranged fan-like from creeping root stalk. Grow indoors in
sunny locationNote: We recommend CAPE
seed germination primer be used for these seeds.
RHM071 Ocotillo Plant (
Fouquieria splendans )
Rare. From the Mexican desert. An upright xerophytic shrub with
thin stems reaching 25'. The trunk is covered with needles and
small oval leaflets. Brilliant red flowers occur in racemes at
the tips of the branches.
Price per pack of 5-10 seeds: $2.95
Seed Packet #2004 African Fern Pine
Podocarpus gracilior
A graceful, sub-tropical tree from Kenya. Numerous thin,
leathery leaflets on willowy branches. Can be grown indoors in
sunny location and can be pruned to desirable size. Note: We
recommend CAPE seed germination primer
be used for these seeds.
Seed Packet #Z1512
Rainforest Laurel Cordia alliodora
Also known as Bocote, the Rainforest Laurel is a tropical
hardwood that grows from Mexico to Argentina. It is also known
as capá prieto. The species frequently serves as shade for
coffee trees and farm animals. The wood is easy to work and the
dark colored heartwood is a favorite of woodworkers for fine
carpentry.
Sought for its great beauty and ease of working, bocote is in
great demand for boat decking, fine cabinetry, fine furniture,
decorative and figured veneer, moldings, inlay work, joinery,
and turnery. Bocote is sometimes used as a substitute for
mahogany, teak, or walnut.
It also makes a fine tub plant and conversation piece when
young and can be grown inside in cool climates. Note: We
recommend CAPE seed germination primer
be used for these seeds.
Seed Packet #Z1511
Cardamom Spice Plant Elettaria cardamomum
Cardamom is a rather typical looking ginger plant except that
it is huge, standing as much as 12' tall. Thick, fleshy
rhizomes give rise to erect shoots that bear two rows of
linear-lance-shaped leaves each about 2' long. The leaves are
smooth and dark green above, silky and paler beneath. They
taper to an acute point. The fruits are thin-walled,
smooth-skinned, oblong, greenish capsules about 3/4" long. Each
contains 15-20 aromatic reddish brown seeds. It is a tropical
plant and needs zone 10 or higher to grow outside, but can be
sucessfully grown in hothouses.
It is called the Queen of Spices and considered one of the most
exotic and highly prized spices. Indian cardamom has a history
as old as human civilization. Cardamom oil is a precious
ingredient in food preparations, perfumery, health foods
medicines and beverages. India, a traditional exporter of
cardamom to the Middle East countries where it goes mostly into
the preparation of 'Gahwa' - a strong cardamom - coffee
concoction without which no day is complete or no hospitality
hearty for an Arab. Indian cardamom enjoys a premium preference
in the Middle East, by Japanese and Russians who relish it for
its distinct enriching properties. This Queen of Spices is from
the High Ranges of Kerala. Note: We recommend CAPE seed germination primer be used for these
seeds.
Seed Packet #Z1509
Naranjilla Juice Plant Solanum quitoense
The Naranjilla is a tomato relative native to the northern part
of South America and it's cultivated usually at high
elevations, between three and seven thousand feet. The plant
can grow to heights of six to ten feet with very large spiny
leaves, often measuring 18 inches long, and five to eight
inches wide or bigger. The dark green leaves have purple veins
on the upper surface and whitish or purplish on the lower
surface.
It can be grown in tubs on patios and in greenhouses, where the
size of the plant is controled by the size of the container it
is grown in.
All parts of the plant are very pubescent and contain many
thorns. The globular shaped fruit usually measure an inch and a
half to two and a half inches diameter at maturity. They are
bright orange and covered with short brittle hairs, which can
be easily removed by rubbing. When cut open, the fruit
resembles a tomato with green, acid pulp and many small seeds.
A delicious and refreshing green colored juice is prepared from
the fruits and the fruits can be made into drinks, or used in
preserves and pies.
Production of the naranjilla is pretty much year round,
although more fruits are produced during the summer months
because of better growing conditions. Most plants begin to bear
at six to twelve months of age and continued production can be
expected for three to four years, before the plants begin to
decline.
Seed Packet #Z1610
Giant Golden Grandilla Passion Fruit Passiflora edulis
flavacarpa
A must for tropical fruit growers! This vigorous, fast growing
tropical vine will produce loads of sweet fragrance flowers,
followed by large, golden passiflora fruits with a delicious
sweet/tart taste.
This is the preferred variety of Passion Fruit that produces
more and larger fruit than Passiflora edulis.
Note: We recommend CAPE seed
germination primer be used for these seeds.
Seed Packet #Z1615
Kolomikta Kiwi Actinidia kolomikta
This seed packet should produce a mix of male/female plants. A
Deciduous, Ornamental Vine that takes full sun to partial
shade. Hardy for zones 3-8, grows 15 to 25 feet on a fence or
trellis. Grown mostly for its beautiful foliage, the male vine
matures with leaves having green, creamy white and rosy red
markings on them. Can be prune to size as desired. The female
bears fruit that is small, very sweet, and has up to 16 times
as much vitamin C per unit weight as oranges.
Price per pack: $5.95
RHM084 Chilean
Bellflower Lapageria rosea
This is the national flower of Chile. To many it is considered
the most beautiful flower in our Flora. The intense red of the
bellflower is a sharp contrast to the dark green foliage. It is
a lush vining plant to 15'. Aside from fabulous flowers it
produces edible red berries which are always in demand in the
growing regions. For zone 10, or greenhouse - hardy to 40F. The
seeds are the size of a rice grain.
Seed Packet #Z1700
Tea Tree Plant Melaleuca alternifolia
For thousands of years the native Aborigines of Australia have
used the leaves of the Tea Tree to cure various ailments. Early
in this century, doctors and scientists began to realize that
the natural oil contained in the leaves has amazing healing
properties. Over the last 75 years, considerable research has
been done, and Tea Tree oil is finally being recognized as an
extremely effective curative for a wide range of common medical
conditions. Today Tea Tree oil is also a valuable ingredient in
many and varied household products from skin care to oral care
to cleaning products. The oil is extracted from the leaves and
twigs of the shrub. Native to Australia, all the oil is
produced there.
Tea tree was named by Captain Cook's crew, who brewed the small, dark leaves and drank it as a tea substitute. Its astounding healing properties were used by the Aborigines. During World War II medics recognized its powerful germicidal and antiseptic effects. The essential oil has as spicy, hot nutmeg-like, medicinal smell and is a powerful, non-irritating antiseptic that kills bacteria, fungi and virus 12 times as effectively as carbolic. In aromatherapy, it is used for cuts, burns, acne, stings, blisters, herpes and nappy rash. It is very effective in treating yeast and fungal infections.
Hardy to USDA Zone 8, it is a large shrub growing 18 feet
tall when mature. Needs full sun, but will tolerate partial
shade, and can handle moderate to wet soils. Native to New
South Wales, Queensland. It has Citrus scented foliage, does
well in poorly drained soils, suitable for hedges, low
maintenance. Cannot ship to PR
Note: We recommend CAPE seed
germination primer be used for these seeds.
Price per pack: $5.95
Seed Packet #Z1620
Varigated Sky Flower Duranta ellisii var.
A delightful version of the popular sky flower duranta in a
variegated foliage form. Beautiful lavender blue flowers on
small perennial evergreen shrubs for deep south lawns or for
warm greenhouses.
Price per pack: $4.95
Seed Packet#Z1955
Sacred Water Lily Nelumbo nucifera
This giant tropical lily produces pads up to 3 ft. in diameter
and large, fragrant pink flowers. The seed and rhizome are
edible. Can be grown in cooler climates if covered/protected
from freezing. The hard seed coat must be filed or nicked, then
soaked in warm water for about 15 days until the seed begins to
sprout. The sprouting seed then must be anchored to the bottom
of the pool. As a novelty, the sprouting seed can be left in a
glass of common tap water, and it will begin to grow roots and
pads.
Seed Packet #Z2706
Firecracker Plant Crossandra infundibiliformis
These are tropical, evergreen, shrubby plants from India and
Malaya. They have oval, deep green leaves, about 2 inches long
and compact spikes of lilac, red or yellow, funnel-shaped
flowers with prominent bracts said to resemble a firecracker
going off. A small shrubby plant suitable for patios and large
containers.
Price per pack: $3.95
Seed Packet #Z1970
Dhak Tree ( Flame of Forest ) Butea frondosa
A small to medium size tree native to India with a most unusual
twisted and gnarled trunk. Has fibrous light brown bark. The
flowers from this tree are breathtaking flaming orange to
vermillon red with black calyces, each shaped like a parrot's
beak. The flowers form a gorgeous canopy on the upper portion
of the tree, giving the appearance of flame from a distance.
The large green leaves are used as plates in India, the bark is
used for tanning and the gum from the tree is used as a
stimulant. Root fibers are made into rope and the flowers yeild
a dye.
Also makes an attractive houseplant when young. Zone 10
outside, but it will tolerate a little frost.
Seed Packet #Z1960
Sausage Tree Kigelia pinnata
A wonderful houseplant specimen that can be grown in tubs.
Excellent foliage plant with large, compound, pinnate, rough,
dark green leaves. Evergreen and fast growing. Outside in zone
10 or higher, it will grow to 30 ft. or more and produce large
gourd shaped fruits full of seeds, thus the name.
Seed Packet#Z1935
Mescal Bean Tree Sophora secundiflora
An evergreen tree growing to 35 ft. with fragrant violet
flowers. A popular ornamental plant that produces bright red
beans used in necklace making. The seeds are poisonous if
ingested and were often used in making a hallucinogenic liquor
used by Native Indians in a ritual called the Red Bean
Dance.
Seed Packet #Z2600
Tea Plant Camellia sinensis
This is the tea produced commercially around the world. The
tender, young leaves are used in the process of tea production.
Can be grown in tubs inside, or in cool greenhouses, outdoors
in warm climates. Prefers moist, well drained, humus rich,
slightly acidic ( 5.5-6.5 )soil. We recommend maintaining a 2-3
inch deep mulch of shredded bark or leaves around base of
plant.
Hardy to zone 7. To make green tea, pick only the top 3 leaves
from new growing tips, spread and dry in the shade for 6-8
hours, then in an open pot, heat ( simmer ) the leaves,
stirring frequently for about an hour.
For black tea, you must ferment the leaves.
Seed Packet #Z2455
Pandanus furcatus - Himalaya Screw Pine
A nicely shaped, moderate to large sized Pandanus from the
hills of Northeastern India. This species usually produces a
fairly tall, solitary trunk with a crown of spiraling, large,
robust, green leaves. It only branches sparingly and therefore
keeps its neat, palmlike appearance. The trunk is supported by
numerous large stilt roots. This species ascends high up into
the foothills of the Himalayas, to an amazing 1500m (5000ft),
making it probably the worlds most cold hardy Screw Pine, able
to withstand cold winters and the occasional frost. We think
this is a very exciting plant.
Seed Packet # Z2416
Bottle Tree Brachychiton acerifolius
Attractive bottle tree plant with swollen base and leaves
arranged in snowflake pattern. 10 seeds per pack.
RHM103 Kurrajong Bottle
Tree Brachychiton populneus
Attractive bottle tree plant that makes a wonderful, care free
patio plant or can be raised outside as a lawn plant for zones
9b and highter. 5 seeds per pack.
Seed Packet # Z2315
Seed Name: Dwarf Catura Coffee (Coffee arabica
This is the gourmet cafe coffee variety. Grows only 24-30" tall
and a mature plant is loaded with beans. Can be grown inside as
a houseplant, needs tropical warmth outside.
$4.50
Seed Packet #2014Z
Seed Name: Sao Paulo PhilodendronPhilodendron lundii
A close relative of the Philodendron Selloum plant, this one
has slightly larger, lacier leaves than the P. Selloum and
handles both the cold and heat better. An excellent houseplant
specimen, and for gardens outdoors. Seeds are from Brazilian
stock. Note: We recommend CAPE seed
germination primer be used for these seeds.
Price per pack: $3.95
Seed Packet #2015Z
Seed Name: Fragrant GranadillaPassiflora alata
Also known as wild passion fruit, wingstem passionflower. A
robust climber with sparsely branched, 4-winged stems and light
green leaves. In Spring, it bears claret purple and white to
bright carmine red, bowl shaped, fragrant flowers 5 inches
wide, followed by ovoid to pear shaped yellow fruit. Grows to
20 ft. if trellised or trained. Minimum 40 degree temperature.
Note: We recommend CAPE seed
germination primer be used for these seeds.
Price per pack: $3.95
Seed Packet #2016Z
Seed Name: Golden Honey Mesquite Prosopis glandulosa
Prosopis glandulosa or honey mesquite is an Arizona native
tree. It is valued for wood and often used for cooking. It
displays yellow blossoms and bean pods that are valuable to
wildlife. This is an excellent desert species for
low-maintenance desert windbreaks and re-vegetation. Growth
rate is faster when supplemental water is used. Note: We
recommend CAPE seed germination
primer be used for these seeds.
Seed Packet #1A081
Seed Name: Golden Dewdrop Duranta Repens
Duranta repens (also known as golden dewdrop for its small
yellow berries) is one of the finest flowering shrubs for Gulf
Coast gardens. Ideal for a sunny location, Duranta launches
into vigorous growth as spring temperatures reach the 80s,
producing arching clusters of small purple flowers in waves
from June well into November. D. repens is evergreen in a mild
winter, but even if killed to the ground can be expected to
revive in spring well into zone 8. Note: We recommend
CAPE seed germination primer be used for
these seeds.
Price per pack: $3.95
Seed Packet #2143
Fragrant Black Sage Salvia Mellifera
Black Sage is a native California beach sage that has highly
aromatic pebbled leaves and flowers in late winter. Use in
culinary and as a fragrant ornamental.
Black Sage is a three foot evergreen shrub with white to light
blue flowers in March to July. This sage is native to sunny dry
slopes in the coast ranges from San Jose to Baja. It likes sun,
tolerates some shade.. Salvia mellifera is native on
gravel-sand to adobe clay in full sun to part-shade. Its
limitation seems to be rainfall. It needs about 15" of
rainfall. It gets between 12-40" in its range, with the lower
number being compensated for with fog drip. Important butterfly
and hummingbird plant. Quail love the seed.
Price per pack: $2.95
RHM075 Rainbow
Heliconia Heliconia spathocircinata
Produces upright bracts - yellow at the base, shading pink to
red above. Grows to 8'. Full sun to 70% shade. Note: We
recommend CAPE seed germination primer
be used for these seeds.
Price per pack: $3.95
RHM076 Kahli Ginger Hedychium gardnerianum
Its produces sweet, fragrant yellow blooms on terminal spikes. It is used in leis and in perfumery. The stalks are 6'-7' and develop spreading clumps.
Note: We recommend CAPE seed germination primer be used for these seeds.
Price per pack: $3.95 
RHM080 Heliconia
Griggsiana
Grows from 9' to 30' with banana-like leaves and pendulous
Lobster-Claw type inflorescence. Bracts are red and pink with a
purple keel. Takes full sun to 40% shade. Note: We recommend
CAPE seed germination primer be used for
these seeds.
Price per pack: $3.95
RHM079 Mayan Gold Heliconia champneiana
Its long upright bracts are orange to bright red. Develops large, upright banana-like leaves
which have a maroon mid rib. Matures at 10'-12'. Grow in full sun or 40% shade.
Note: We recommend CAPE seed germination primer be
used for these seeds.
Price per pack: $3.95
Seed Packet #2158
Lobster Claw Heliconia Heliconia latispatha
Banana type leathery leaves to 6'. This short variety produces
colorful upright "lobster - claw" bracts usually bright red
with some yellow and green. Provide warmth and high humidity.
Full sun up to 40% shade. Note: We recommend CAPE seed germination primer be used for these
seeds.
Price per pack: $2.95
Seed Packet #2159
Orange Peacock Heliconia Heliconia latispatha
distans
A small growing 2-5 feet helionia. This heliconia has bright
flowers that are yelow-gold blending to red on the tips of the
bracts. Flowers usually have 3-7 bracts, with yellow-green
flowers peeking out. Note: We recommend CAPE seed germination primer be used for these
seeds.
Price per pack: $2.95
RHM081 Iriartea
Gigantea Palm
A tall stilt-root palm. It develops numerous strong stilt type
roots reaching more than 5' in length supporting a trunk that
may ascend to 90'. This is an extremely uncommon palm from the
tropics. The seeds are fast germinating. 3 Large marble size
seeds to a packet.
RHM082 Nodding
Pincushion Shrub Leucospermum cordifolium
Proteaceae family. One of the finest South African flowering
shrubs. The flower heads are 4" across with individual tube
shaped flowers curled like ribbons from which glossy "pins"
emerge to cover this dome shaped "pin cushion". The flowering
is variously pink/salmon/orange; leaves are 1/2" and 3" long.
Mature hgt 5'. Requires full sun, deep, well- drained acid
soil. Avoid high humidity and wet soil.
RHM077 Perfume Tree
Fagrea berteriana
Shrubby tropical tree known for its extremely fragrant tube
flowers which change in color from white to orange. Flowers
often strung in leis. Very small seeds. Note: We recommend
CAPE seed germination primer be used for
these seeds.
Price per pack: $3.95
RHM078 Elephant Ear Fig
Ficus auriculata
A beautiful fig tree with very large oval leaves to 15". The
leaves are bright red when they are developing and
exceptionally attractive - the decorative 2 1/2" fruits develop
in clusters ( not edible ). This fast growing tree grows to 25'
and develop a spreading canopy of 25' but can be kept pruned to
a much smaller height. Makes a sensational indoor specimen. The
seeds are extremely small and are broadcast on the surface of
the soil to germinate. Note: We recommend CAPE seed germination primer be used for these
seeds.
Price per pack: $3.95
Seed Packet #2166
Elephant Apple Tree, Chulta Dillenia indica
Originally from Indonesia, this evergreen tropical tree is also
growing in Suriname, up to 60 feet tall. Chulta is a spreading
tree and has beautiful white fragrant flowers, toothed leaves
and globose fruits with small brown seeds. The greenish-yellow
fruit, which has a thick protective covering, is edible; unripe
fruits are cooked to make pickle and chutney.The juicy pulp is
aromatic but very acid.
Hardiness: USDA zone 9 B - 11. Culture: full sun / light shade,
moist soil, pH 5.5 - 7.0. Elephant apple tree can be used as a
ornamental tree, flowers are ornamental and very fragrant.
Protect from frost or plant in frost free areas.
Price per pack: $3.50
RHM030 Spiral Ginger Costus guaniensis
This ginger has a short spiraling stem to 4' with glossy oval
leaves ascending, alternately, in a step ladder formation to
its top. Its conical inflorescence has red bracts with red
flowers and a white lip slightly ruffled.
Seed Packet #2154
Ray Flowered Protea Protea exima
Flowerhead 5" across rose to red color with spoon shape bracts.
Compact shrub to 7' with dense oval leaves. May be grown in
alkaline soil. 5 seeds per pack.
Seed Packet #2150
Sugarbush Protea Protea repens
Its nectar was used by S. African colonists as a sweetener. The
flower bracts are cream with the upper portions pink with the
width to 3" and 5" hgt. This laurel leaved favorite grows to
9'. 5 seeds per pack.
BM20 Glory Lily (
Gloriosa rothschildiana )
Native toSouth Africa and India, the name means "full of
glory", appropriate for such showy exotics. These tender
perennials form sizeable clumps and will grow 4 to 6 feet in a
season. Vines are light weight, so do not require stout
supports. Easy to grow and excellent for summer decks, and
inside in sunrooms and greenhouses where there is sufficient
room for vining plants. Hardiness: 9-11, elsewhere lift in fall
and store indoors or grow as houseplant, height: 4-6 feet,
vining, color: flashy yellow and ruby flowers with wavy,
swept-back petals.
Price per pack of 5 seeds: $3.95
Seed Packet #2156
King Protea Protea cynaroides
Outstanding flowers are up to 12" across with dark pink bracts.
Only 5' tall - the leaves are 5" leathery.
Seed Packet #2152
Giant Woolly Beard Protea Protea magnifica
Exquisite flower - 8" across with colors range soft pink, deep
rose, strong red - the apex tinged black with small downy white
flowers. May take to 4 years to flower. 5 seeds per pack.
Seed Packet #2153
Black Bearded Protea Protea lepidocarpodendron
Heavy black fur on the bract tips with bracts pale green, tan,
and cream. The bracts are 5" tall, 2 1/2 " across. Height 5'. 5
seeds per pack.
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