About the Collection

Anthurium Sagittatum

Anthurium Sagittatum

Karyn Tapley, MD, MBA

Introduced in 1839 by Scottish botanist George Don, Anthurium sagittatum is a velvet-leaved plant from the Cardiolonchium section. Notable for its velvety, silky leaf texture, this species is sometimes mistakenly...

Anthurium Sagittatum

Karyn Tapley, MD, MBA

Introduced in 1839 by Scottish botanist George Don, Anthurium sagittatum is a velvet-leaved plant from the Cardiolonchium section. Notable for its velvety, silky leaf texture, this species is sometimes mistakenly...

Anthurium nov Darien

Anthurium nov Darien

Karyn Tapley, MD, MBA

The Darién Gap, a lush and unbroken stretch of wilderness on the border of Panama and Colombia, stands as one of the planet’s most significant ecological treasures. This area, devoid...

Anthurium nov Darien

Karyn Tapley, MD, MBA

The Darién Gap, a lush and unbroken stretch of wilderness on the border of Panama and Colombia, stands as one of the planet’s most significant ecological treasures. This area, devoid...

Anthurium Forgetii NE Br.

Anthurium Forgetii NE Br.

Karyn Tapley, MD, MBA

The notation "NE Br" following the official name of Anthurium forgetii refers to the standard botanical practice of abbreviating the name of the botanist who first described the species. In...

Anthurium Forgetii NE Br.

Karyn Tapley, MD, MBA

The notation "NE Br" following the official name of Anthurium forgetii refers to the standard botanical practice of abbreviating the name of the botanist who first described the species. In...

Unraveling the Mystique of Monstera Aurea: A Botanical Journey

Unraveling the Mystique of Monstera Aurea: A Bo...

Karyn Tapley, MD, MBA

Monstera aurea, a variegated marvel in the world of botany, presents a captivating story of nature's artistic expression. Originating from the lush tropical forests, this plant, with its unique golden...

Unraveling the Mystique of Monstera Aurea: A Bo...

Karyn Tapley, MD, MBA

Monstera aurea, a variegated marvel in the world of botany, presents a captivating story of nature's artistic expression. Originating from the lush tropical forests, this plant, with its unique golden...

Syngonium Podophyllum 'Albo'

Syngonium Podophyllum 'Albo'

Karyn Tapley, MD, MBA

Syngonium podophyllum albo, also known as the Variegated Arrowhead Vine, is a visually striking aroid plant with arrowhead-shaped leaves featuring distinctive white or cream-colored variegation. This tropical evergreen vine is...

Syngonium Podophyllum 'Albo'

Karyn Tapley, MD, MBA

Syngonium podophyllum albo, also known as the Variegated Arrowhead Vine, is a visually striking aroid plant with arrowhead-shaped leaves featuring distinctive white or cream-colored variegation. This tropical evergreen vine is...

Author's Monstera Borsigiana Albo Variegata

Monstera Deliciosa 'Albo Variegata'

Karyn Tapley, MD, MBA

Title: Monstera Albo: Exploring the Enigmatic Beauty of Nature's Artistry Discovered by Dr. Maria GutierrezUnveil the captivating allure of Monstera Albo, a botanical masterpiece discovered by esteemed botanist Dr. Maria...

Monstera Deliciosa 'Albo Variegata'

Karyn Tapley, MD, MBA

Title: Monstera Albo: Exploring the Enigmatic Beauty of Nature's Artistry Discovered by Dr. Maria GutierrezUnveil the captivating allure of Monstera Albo, a botanical masterpiece discovered by esteemed botanist Dr. Maria...

  • Ethically Sourced Plants - Part 1 - Ecuagenera

    Ethically Sourced Plants - Part 1 - Ecuagenera

    Karyn Tapley, MD, MBA

    Ecuagenera: A Symphony of Founders, Conservation, Tissue Culture, and ContinuityNestled within Ecuador's lush landscapes, Ecuagenera's story unfolds—a testament to passion, conservation, and innovation. Co-founded by Carlos Franco and Patricio Moreno,...

    Ethically Sourced Plants - Part 1 - Ecuagenera

    Karyn Tapley, MD, MBA

    Ecuagenera: A Symphony of Founders, Conservation, Tissue Culture, and ContinuityNestled within Ecuador's lush landscapes, Ecuagenera's story unfolds—a testament to passion, conservation, and innovation. Co-founded by Carlos Franco and Patricio Moreno,...

  • Photo Credit: Tamanna Rumee on UnSplash

    A Brief History on Medicinal Plants

    Karyn Tapley, MD, MBA

    A Journey Through Time: The Brief History of Medicinal PlantsThroughout history, the natural world has been a vast and bountiful pharmacy, providing humanity with an array of plants possessing remarkable...

    A Brief History on Medicinal Plants

    Karyn Tapley, MD, MBA

    A Journey Through Time: The Brief History of Medicinal PlantsThroughout history, the natural world has been a vast and bountiful pharmacy, providing humanity with an array of plants possessing remarkable...

  • Photo credit: Odoman.com

    Light: The Secret to Thriving Plants - Unveilin...

    Karyn Tapley, MD, MBA

    Regular Lights vs. Grow Lights While plants can survive with regular bulbs, specialized grow lights offer better results. Regular bulbs don't give off the right kind of light for optimal...

    Light: The Secret to Thriving Plants - Unveilin...

    Karyn Tapley, MD, MBA

    Regular Lights vs. Grow Lights While plants can survive with regular bulbs, specialized grow lights offer better results. Regular bulbs don't give off the right kind of light for optimal...

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