Much sought after timber Mahogany belongs to Meliaceae family. Botanical name is Swietenia macrophylla and common name is Large-leaved Mahogany. The other species of Mahogany are Swietenia mahagoni … [Read more...]
Orchid Dendrobium Ovatum
The Dendrobium Ovatum orchid can be easily mistaken for Dendrobium Aqueum. The difference between the two is the Green center. Dendrobium Ovatum is also known as Green lipped dendrobium. The … [Read more...]
Orchid Polystachya Concreta
I saw a dense group of Orchid Polystachya Concreta growing on a thick branch of a tree that was covered with moss in Sirsi region. Plant Summary: Polystachya concreta is an epiphyte found in … [Read more...]
Bougainvillea
Bougainvillea is the most colorful plant and also the most preferred plant by gardeners worldwide. Plant Summary: Bougainvillea belongs to Nyctaginaceae family. It is a native of Brazil and … [Read more...]
Orchid Calanthe Sylvatica
I saw many Calanthe Sylvatica plants in bloom in a green house in Kemmangundi maintained by the horticulture department. It was a beautiful sight. Immediately I bought a plant from a nursery in … [Read more...]
Slipper Flower
Plant Summary: As the name indicates the flower looks like a ladies slipper more like a slipper worn in at home. I have come across these bright and unusual flowers in Ooty and near Kalahatty … [Read more...]
Orchid – Vanilla Planifolia – Vanilla Plant
Everyone loves Vanilla Ice-cream and this flavor goes well when served with any of the Indian sweets like Gulab Jamoon, Gajar Halwa, Moong Dal Halwa, Kheer, and so on. It would surprise you to know … [Read more...]
Crepe Myrtle Tree
This is a delightful tree and roads lined with these trees on both sides look stunning during summer when the trees are in full bloom. The botanical name of Crepe Myrtle is Lagerstroemia indica … [Read more...]
Cycas Plant
Cycas is also known as Sagu Palm. It is an attractive indoor and garden plant. The leaves of this plant are extensively used in Ikebana as they stay fresh for a long time. Cycas is native of … [Read more...]
Sampige Mara
Sampige Marada Hasirele Naduve Kogile Haadiththu Ada Keli Na Mai Marethe Swara ondu Aagle Kalithe Na Haadide Ee Kavithe (2) Chikkovo Chikkovo Ennutha Kogile Haditthu This is a famous … [Read more...]
Frangipani Tree
My uncle’s farm in Kurtkoti was horticulture’s delight. Two Frangipani trees one bearing white and the other pink flowers added a lot of character to the farm. The branches of these trees were very … [Read more...]
Roheda
Roheda is the state flower of Rajasthan. It is a treat to the eyes when you come across a Roheda in full bloom in the desert. The common name of Roheda is Honey Tree, Desert Teak and Marwar Teak. In … [Read more...]
Saucer Magnolia
Saucer Magnolia also known as Alexandrina is a hybrid plant in the Magnolia genus. During spring, these trees attract a lot of attention as they are completely covered with Pink blooms. The … [Read more...]
Marsh Mallow
March Mellow is undoubtedly the most handsome of all wild flowers. Botanical name is Althaea officinalis and belongs to the mallow family. Pictures of Marsh Mallow taken in Kukkarahalli Lake, … [Read more...]
Lion’s Ear
Plant Summary: Lion’s ear is an annual and is found growing wildly in the Cauvery bank area. In Kannada it is known as Kaaduthumbe, and Granthika in Sanskrit. The botanical name is Leonotis … [Read more...]
Prickly Pear
This cactus grows wild all over South India. I saw them in bloom near Masinagudi and it was a pleasant site. In Kannada it is known as Dabbagalli and Vidara Vishvasaraka in Sanskrit. The botanical … [Read more...]
Red Passion Flower
I came across this vine in Lalbagh, Bangalore climbing up the nursery mesh with Red flowers. Red Passion Flower is very similar to the Purple Passion flower and belongs to the same family … [Read more...]
Colville’s Glory
Every life created by God has a purpose and beauty of its own. And Colville’s Glory seems to have been created by God in leisure. I was delighted when I spotted this rare tree in bloom in Mysore near … [Read more...]
Visitor in my garden
This beautiful caterpillar was blissfully feeding on the leaves and flowers of the Spatika plant. Hope it turned out into a beautiful butterfly. … [Read more...]
Sandalwood Tree
I remember guests who would visit us at Mysore would always wish to take away a Sandalwood article as a memento and we would take them to Cauvery handicrafts to take their pick. Sandalwood is … [Read more...]
