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Central and South America

Vines that trace their roots to Central and South America.

21 vines
Philodendron Brasil plant
Philodendron hederaceum ‘Brasil’

Philodendron Brasil

Philodendron hederaceum ‘Brasil’ Care & Growing Guide Overview Philodendron hederaceum ‘Brasil’ is a striking variegated cultivar of the heartleaf philodendron, native to the tropical rainforests of Central and South America . Known...

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Philodendron Micans plant
Philodendron hederaceum ‘Micans’

Philodendron Micans

Philodendron hederaceum ‘Micans’ Care & Growing Guide Overview Philodendron hederaceum ‘Micans’ is a trailing tropical plant prized for its soft, velvety leaves that shimmer with green, bronze, and reddish tones. Native to...

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Philodendron Lemon Lime plant
Philodendron hederaceum ‘Lemon Lime’

Philodendron Lemon Lime

Philodendron hederaceum ‘Lemon Lime’ Care & Growing Guide Overview Philodendron hederaceum ‘Lemon Lime’ is a striking cultivar of the heartleaf philodendron, prized for its vivid chartreuse to golden-yellow foliage. Native to the...

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Philodendron Cream Splash plant
Philodendron hederaceum ‘Cream Splash’

Philodendron Cream Splash

Philodendron hederaceum ‘Cream Splash’ Care & Growing Guide Overview Philodendron hederaceum ‘Cream Splash’ is a striking variegated cultivar of the popular heartleaf philodendron, native to the tropical forests of Central and South...

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Philodendron Gabby plant
Philodendron hederaceum ‘Gabby’

Philodendron Gabby

Philodendron hederaceum ‘Gabby’ Care & Growing Guide Overview Philodendron hederaceum ‘Gabby’ is a rare and striking variegated cultivar of the heartleaf philodendron, native to the tropical forests of Central and South America....

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Philodendron Florida Ghost plant
Philodendron squamiferum x pedatum

Philodendron Florida Ghost

Philodendron Florida Ghost (Philodendron squamiferum x pedatum) Care Guide Overview The Philodendron Florida Ghost is a striking tropical hybrid between Philodendron squamiferum and Philodendron pedatum , native in origin to the warm,...

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Monstera Dubia plant
Monstera dubia

Monstera Dubia

Monstera dubia Care & Growing Guide Overview Monstera dubia is a rare and visually striking climbing aroid native to the tropical rainforests of Central and South America . Known for its unique...

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Anthurium Crystallinum plant
Anthurium crystallinum

Anthurium Crystallinum

Anthurium crystallinum Care & Growing Guide Overview Anthurium crystallinum is a striking tropical plant prized for its large, velvety, heart-shaped leaves with prominent silvery-white veins. Native to the rainforests of Central and...

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Callisia Repens ‘Pink Lady’ plant
Callisia repens

Callisia Repens ‘Pink Lady’

Callisia repens Care & Growing Guide Overview Callisia repens , commonly known as Turtle Vine or Inch Plant, is a low-growing, trailing perennial native to Central and South America . It is...

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Dichorisandra Mosaica plant
Dichorisandra mosaica

Dichorisandra Mosaica

Dichorisandra mosaica (Mosaic Plant) Care & Growing Guide Overview Dichorisandra mosaica , commonly known as the Mosaic Plant, is a striking tropical species native to Central and South America. It is prized...

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Peperomia Scandens plant
Peperomia scandens

Peperomia Scandens

Peperomia scandens (Cupid Peperomia) Care & Growing Guide Overview Peperomia scandens , commonly known as the Cupid Peperomia , is a charming trailing or climbing houseplant native to the tropical regions of...

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Peperomia Serpens plant
Peperomia serpens

Peperomia Serpens

Peperomia serpens Care & Growing Guide Overview Peperomia serpens is a charming trailing plant native to the tropical regions of Central and South America. Known for its heart-shaped leaves and adaptable growth...

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Ipomoea spp. plant
Ipomoea batatas

Ipomoea spp.

Ipomoea batatas (Sweet Potato Vine) Care & Growing Guide Overview Ipomoea batatas , commonly known as the sweet potato vine, is a versatile trailing and climbing plant native to Central and South...

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Aristolochia spp. plant
Aristolochia gigantea

Aristolochia spp.

Aristolochia gigantea (Brazilian Dutchman's Pipe) Care & Growing Guide Overview Aristolochia gigantea , commonly known as the Brazilian Dutchman's Pipe or Giant Pelican Flower, is a striking tropical vine native to Central...

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Monstera Obliqua plant
Monstera obliqua

Monstera Obliqua

Monstera obliqua Care & Growing Guide Overview Monstera obliqua is an exceptionally rare and delicate species of the Araceae family, native to the tropical rainforests of Central and South America. Known for...

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Monstera Adansonii plant
Monstera adansonii

Monstera Adansonii

Monstera adansonii Care & Growing Guide Overview Monstera adansonii , often called the Swiss cheese vine, is a tropical climbing plant prized for its striking, perforated leaves. Native to South and Central...

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Grape Ivy plant
Cissus rhombifolia

Grape Ivy

Cissus rhombifolia (Grape Ivy) Care Guide Overview Cissus rhombifolia , commonly known as Grape Ivy or Oak Leaf Ivy , is a versatile, evergreen climbing or trailing plant native to the tropical...

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Arrowhead Vine plant
Syngonium podophyllum

Arrowhead Vine

Syngonium podophyllum (Arrowhead Vine) Care Guide Overview Syngonium podophyllum , commonly known as the Arrowhead Vine, is a versatile and attractive tropical houseplant native to Latin America, ranging from Mexico to Bolivia....

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Columnea spp. plant
Columnea gloriosa

Columnea spp.

Columnea gloriosa (Goldfish Plant) Care & Growing Guide Overview Columnea gloriosa , commonly known as the goldfish plant, is a tropical evergreen perennial prized for its trailing stems and vibrant orange-red flowers...

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Petrea Volubilis plant
Petrea volubilis

Petrea Volubilis

Petrea volubilis (Queen’s Wreath) Care & Growing Guide Overview Petrea volubilis , commonly known as Queen’s Wreath, Sandpaper Vine, or Purple Wreath, is a striking tropical climber native to Tropical America ....

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Mistletoe Cactus plant
Rhipsalis spp.

Mistletoe Cactus

Mistletoe Cactus (Rhipsalis spp.) Care & Growing Guide Overview The mistletoe cactus ( Rhipsalis spp.) is a unique, epiphytic cactus native to tropical and subtropical regions of Central and South America, the...

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