The peacock flower, Barbados' national flower, is a striking ornamental plant commonly grown in public and private gardens. Although the seeds of this flower are toxic if consumed, the fruits are edible. Some parts of this plant are used as medicine by Indonesians and West Indians. This plant is toxic to dogs and cats but provides food for butterflies and bees.

Bird of paradise (Caesalpinia gilliesii) is a perennial evergreen shrub that will grow from 2 to 3 m tall. It has attractive lacy foliage and showy clusters of yellow flowers that bloom in summer. Bird of paradise attracts bees, butterflies and hummingbirds. It prefers full sun and moist, well-drained soil.

Mexican holdback (Caesalpinia mexicana) is a flowering plant related to the pea that grows in tropical regions of North and South America. Mexican holdback is also commonly known as the Mexican bird of paradise and the pride of Barbados.

Native to South and East Asia, mysore thorn, is considered an invasive species and noxious weed in many countries where it has been introduced. Mysore thorn has been utilized as a live fence, due to its hard, sharp thorns. Components of this clambering shrub are used in the chemical industry, whilst the seeds have been reportedly used as soap and lubricant.

The brazilian ironwood has fascinating bark that peels in patches of light and dark brown, making it look like a leopard’s skin and giving this tree its common name. The wood is so dense that, when seasoned, it sinks in water.

The knicker nut (Caesalpinia bonduc) is most commonly found in coastal habitats around the world because its seeds float and remain viable even after long journeys across the ocean. Its stems have curved spines and scramble over other vegetation. The nuts themselves are reminiscent of grey marbles, so they have been used in a variety of games. In Hawaii, they are strung on traditional leis.

Gray nicker is a tropical, thorny shrub with a distinctive cascading form. Its fern-like leaves elegantly frame clusters of bright yellow flowers that can attract various pollinators. The plant thrives in coastal regions where it often forms dense thickets, contributing to soil stabilization with its robust root system. The large, spiky seed pods contain seeds that are buoyant, aiding dispersal by water currents.

Biancaea sappan is a species of flowering tree in the legume family, Fabaceae, that is native to tropical Asia. Common names in English include sappanwood and Indian redwood. Sappanwood is related to brazilwood (P. echinata), and was originally called "brezel wood" in Europe. Disease: Twig dieback (Lasiodiplodia theobromae) This plant has many uses. It has antibacterial and anticoagulant properties. It also produces a valuable reddish dye called brazilin, used for dyeing fabric as well as making red paints and inks. Slivers of heartwood are used for making herbal drinking water in various regions, such as Kerala, Karnataka and Central Java, where it is usually mixed with ginger, cinnamon, and cloves. The heartwood also contains juglone (5-hydroxy-1,4-naphthoquinone), which has antimicrobial activity. Homoisoflavonoids (sappanol, episappanol, 3'-deoxysappanol, 3'-O-methylsappanol, 3'-O-methylepisappanol and sappanone A) can also be found in B. sappan. The wood is somewhat lighter in color than brazilwood and other related trees. Sappanwood was a major trade good during the 17th century, when it was exported from Southeast Asian nations (especially Thailand) aboard red seal ships to Japan.

Dracaena are popular house plants that are easy to grow. They can tolerate low-light conditions and require little watering. Their leaves range from variegated to dark green. Their characteristic traits include woody stems that grow slowly but offer a striking appearance for small spaces such as apartments or offices.

Fig trees have been cultivated in many regions for their fruits, particularly the common fig, F. carica. Most of the species have edible fruits, although the common fig is the only one of commercial value. Fig trees are also important food sources for wildlife in the tropics, including monkeys, bats, and insects.

Brambles are members of the rose family, and there are hundreds of different types to be found throughout the European countryside. They have been culturally significant for centuries; Christian folklore stories hold that when the devil was thrown from heaven, he landed on a bramble bush. Their vigorous growth habit can tangle into native plants and take over.

The popular tree family known as maples change the color of their leaves in the fall. Many cultural traditions encourage people to watch the colors change, such as momijigari in Japan. Maples popular options for bonsai art. Alternately, their sap is used to create maple syrup.

Prunus is a genus of flowering fruit trees that includes almonds, cherries, plums, peaches, nectarines, and apricots. These are often known as "stone fruits" because their pits are large seeds or "stones." When prunus trees are damaged, they exhibit "gummosis," a condition in which the tree's gum (similar to sap) is secreted to the bark to help heal external wounds.

Nightshades is a large and diverse genus of plants, with more than 1500 different types worldwide. This genus incorporates both important staple food crops like tomato, potato, and eggplant, but also dangerous poisonous plants from the nightshade family. The name was coined by Pliny the Elder almost two thousand years ago.

Most species of roses are shrubs or climbing plants that have showy flowers and sharp thorns. They are commonly cultivated for cut flowers or as ornamental plants in gardens due to their attractive appearance, pleasant fragrance, and cultural significance in many countries. The rose hips (fruits) can also be used in jams and teas.

Oaks are among the world's longest-lived trees, sometimes growing for over 1,000 years! The oldest known oak tree is in the southern United States and is over 1,500 years old. Oaks produce an exceedingly popular type of wood which is used to make different products, from furniture and flooring to wine barrels and even cosmetic creams.