Tropicals

Junglesop

Other Names: Asumpa, Bombi, Anguto, Tahu, Bobo, Ebambu Scientific name – Anonodium mannii Family: Annonaceae Synonym: Annona manii Anonodium mannii, or Junglesop, is indigenous to Central America. It is abundant in the wild in Congo, Zambia, the Central African Republic, Angola, etc. The junglesop tree can reach heights of 8 to 30 meters and has …

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Needle Palm Cold-Hardy Tropicals

Needle Palm Cold-Hardy Tropicals Other Names: porcupine palm, Blue Palmetto, Rhapidophyllum hystrix  Related To: n/a Main Uses: Ornamental. Growth Rate: Slow to moderate. Slowest in northern climates. Mature Height/Spread: Slow-growing clumping palm. Typically 4-5 feet tall. Can form a small trunk over many years. Individual leaves can reach 3-4 feet wide. Flowering/Pollination: Typically, separate male …

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Maca Root Health Benefits, Side effects & nutrition

Introduction Maca root is becoming increasingly popular in recent years as a dietary supplement due to its potential health benefits. It has been traditionally used for thousands of years by the indigenous people of the region for its medicinal properties. However, more research is needed to fully understand the effects of consuming maca root and …

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