Rattail cactus (Aporocactus flagelliformis) is a flowering cactus native to Mexico. Rattail cactus also goes by the alternative Latin name Aporocactus flagelliformis. This species grows naturally in dry forests and was among the first cacti historically introduced to Europe for cultivation around 1690. It is considered easy to grow and is often placed in ornamental planters as a houseplant. Rattail cactus requires warm temperatures, bright indirect light, and rich potting soil for optimal growth.

Red orchid cactus (Disocactus ackermannii) is a cactus species native to Mexican tropical forests. Red orchid cactus is sometimes confused with Disocactus × hybridus, which is a similarly cultivated hybrid of two different Disocactus species. This species is often planted as a houseplant. Red orchid cactus grows best in indirect sunlight in well-drained soil. Its roots should be kept moist and not be allowed to dry out.

Stems to 1 m long or more, branching, primary stems to 40 cm long, 6 mm thick, woody and terete at base, flattened at apex; secondary stems flat, lanceolate, acute, margins coarsely crenated or scalloped, obtusely toothed, with terete, stalk-like base, 15 to 30 cm long, 2.5 to 5 cm wide; areoles nude except for young growth; epidermis green or reddish, nearly smooth. Flowers campanulate, funnel-shaped, diurnal and scentless, 8 to 10 cm long, 7 to 9 cm wide, produced on year-old branches; pericarpel ovate with a few spreading bracteoles; entire receptacle 2.5 to 5 cm long, 7 to 10 mm thick; bracteoles more numerous than on the pericarpel, reflexed, green to blackish purple, naked in their axils; outer tepals lanceolate, opening irregularly before flowering, then spreading widely, rose-pink; inner tepals lanceolate-obtuse, more or less erect, pink, paler inside; stamens declinate, as long as the tepals, white; style as long as tepals, white, stigma lobes 5-7. Fruit ellipsoid, 3 to 4 cm with low ribs, green at first, later red. Seeds dark brown.

Red mistletoe cactus is an attractive succulent commonly grown as a houseplant prized for its easy care. Its colorful foliage and small, white fruits give the plant its common name, "red mistletoe cactus." The leaves and stems turn red in sunlight, and the more light the succulent receives, the brighter color.

Disocactus speciosus boasts strikingly vivid, funnel-shaped flowers that range from pink to red, with long, prominent stamens. Its slender, elongated stems modestly cascade, suggesting a preference for vertical spaces, imitating its natural cliff-dwelling habitats. This epiphytic cactus thrives in well-drained soil and partial shade, emulating the dappled light of its native forest canopies.

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.