Brugmansia, commonly known as Angel's Trumpet, is a genus of flowering plants in the nightshade family, Solanaceae. These plants are prized for their large, trumpet-shaped flowers, which are often fragrant and come in a range of colors such as white, pink, yellow, orange, and even peach.

Brugmansia differs from the closely related Datura genus, as Brugmansia has pendulous (hanging) flowers, whereas Datura has upright flowers. The plant's fragrance becomes stronger at night, likely to attract pollinators such as moths.

Historically, Brugmansia has been used in traditional medicine and spiritual rituals by indigenous peoples.

Due to its potent alkaloids, it has been used in entheogenic practices, but misuse can lead to severe poisoning or fatality. All parts of the plant are highly toxic due to the presence of tropane alkaloids (e.g., scopolamine, atropine). Extreme caution is needed when handling the plant, especially around children and pets.

Coleus scutellarioides, commonly known as coleus or painted nettle, is a popular ornamental plant known for its vibrant and variegated foliage.¹

Coleus scutellarioides has colorful leaves that can be green, white, yellow, pink, red, maroon, and dark purple. The leaves are often variegated with intricate patterns.¹

The plant produces small, tubular blue flowers on upright spikes, but the foliage is the main attraction².

Coleus thrives in well-drained soil and can be grown in full sun or partial shade. It is often grown as an annual in cooler climates but can be a perennial in tropical regions³.

Coleus is widely used in gardens, containers, and as a houseplant due to its striking foliage. It adds vibrant color to beds, borders, and indoor spaces³.

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Dahlias are beautiful, vibrant flowers known for their stunning variety of colors and forms.

Dahlias come in a wide range of colors, including red, pink, yellow, orange, purple, and white. They can have single or double blooms, and their shapes vary from simple daisy-like forms to intricate, pom-pom-like structures.

Dahlias thrive in well-drained soil and full sun. They require regular watering, especially during dry periods, and benefit from a balanced fertilizer.

Dahlias are usually grown from tubers, which should be planted in the spring after the danger of frost has passed. They can also be grown from seeds or cuttings.

They are popular in gardens and as cut flowers due to their vibrant colors and long-lasting blooms. They are often used in flower beds, borders, and containers.

Dahlias are frequently featured in flower shows and competitions, where their diverse forms and colors are showcased.

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Helichrysum italicum, commonly known as the curry plant, is a small, bushy evergreen sub-shrub with silvery-grey, curry-scented leaves and small yellow flowerheads. It has linear, silvery-grey leaves that emit a strong curry-like fragrance. The plant produces small yellow flowers in domed clusters during the summer¹.

Although called the curry plant, it is not used in curry dishes. Its leaves and young shoots are sometimes used to flavor Mediterranean meat, fish, or vegetable dishes.²

The plant has been used in traditional medicine for its potential anti-inflammatory and antioxidant properties.

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