Asian Rice is one of the world's most important staple crops. This annual grass, which was first domesticated in China centuries ago, accounts for a significant portion of the diet of half of the world's population. Aside from food, this plant is grown for use in wines, medicines, and cosmetics. It is also used in crafts and religious ceremonies worldwide.

Cymbidium orchid have symbolized morality, beauty, and love in many Asian cultures for centuries. These extraordinary orchids were so captivating that even Confucius remarked on them in his famous writings, naming them "the Kings of Fragrance."

Maize (Zea mays) is a well known domesticated cereal grain first domesticated in Mexico. In much of the world it is also called corn. Worldwide cultivation of maize surpasses other prominent grains like wheat and rice. Maize must be planted in the spring due to its intolerance for cold weather.

Common bean is one of the most widely produced cash crops in the world, with 23.6 million tons grown in 2016. China is the largest producer of common bean, accounting for 79% of the market share. While common bean is known as a staple food source, the leaves can be used to trap bedbugs and the beans are widely used in a type of fortune-telling called "pharmancy".

False christmas cactus gets its name from its flowering season; producing red purple pink or white flowers from fall to winter. Native to a small coastal strip on the east of Brazil this cactus prefers the shade and humidity of jungle conditions. In the wild hummingbirds pollinate the flowers.

Anemone hupehensis is a plant that can last for a long time. The flowers are purple, pink, or white, depending on the cultivar. The leaves have a deeply marked margin with leaflets arranged like the spreading fingers of a hand. You can find this plant growing in lowland thickets, streamsides, and hilly regions of China.

Graptopetalum mendoza is a small fleshy plant that spreads in clumps. Its pale green and tiny leaves grow in groups that eventually form into a circular pattern called a ‘rosette’. Its star-shaped flowers are attractive and white. It makes an excellent plant to grow in a rock garden.

Cardboard palm (Zamia furfuracea) is a tropical shrub that is not a true palm, but a cycad. Cardboard palm is an ancient plant that lived during the age of the dinosaur. It is often planted as a houseplant and needs moderate to bright light. The entire plant is poisonous, but the seeds are deadly and should be kept away from pets.

The honduras mahogany (Swietenia macrophylla) is a towering giant of a tree capable of stretching skyward up to 61 m! The height isn't the only great thing about this tree; it can also live to be 350 years old or even more. It is most famous for its stunning lumber, which has been harvested and loved since the 1500s.

Siberian asparagus (Asparagus schoberioides) is a striking evergreen asparagus that is grown ornamentally both in its natural form and as a hybrid. Its red berries are pleasing to the eye, and can only be produced when both male and female plants are present. This wild asparagus is particularly attractive in fall when its green leaves turn yellow.

The giant fishtail palm is a monocarpic flowering plant. This plant flowers only once after ten years, and then it dies. Its seed and trunk flesh is toxic to the touch and should be handled with caution. Because this palm can reach 20 meters or more in height, it is considered a tree.

A cultivar of agave, variegated American Aloe is unique for its yellow trim and is better-suited for containers than is its parent plant. This plant thrives in areas from gravel gardens to courtyards, but it is best suited to warm, dry climates. It will not tolerate low winter temperatures and may need to be brought inside on cold nights.

Giant taro is native to Southeast Asian rainforests. It was first cultivated in the Philippines. Its massive leaves resemble elephant ears. If cooked for a long time, these leaves are edible; however, the sap from the plant might hurt the skin. This plant is toxic to dogs, cats, and horses.

Egyptian grass is native to Africa and can function to anchor loose soil or sand. Because it always shows up on barren land and grows quickly, it is considered an invasive species in the United States and some other regions.

Watersprite (Ceratopteris thalictroides) is a species of aquatic fern that grows in swamps, marshes, and man-made ponds. It has a widespread, pantropical range in the wild and is also often used as an aquarium plant. It prefers very wet, high-PH soil and can grow prolifically in these conditions.

Orange cestrum is fascinating because of its appearance, it has trumpet-shaped flowers and their petals' tips form a shape similar to a star. This plant's colors vary from golden yellow to orange. It is known to emit a citrusy fragrance at night.

Maypop (Passiflora incarnata) is a perennial vine that grows quickly and is native to the southern United States. It can be used commercially as a flavoring agent, and the fruit has traditionally been used in making sweet items, such as juices, pies, and desserts. Maypop is highly flammable, so it should not be planted near the house in areas prone to wildfires.

Baby primrose is a dainty flowering evergreen plant. It is easy to care for, with little maintenance except for regular watering. It grows quickly and blooms early in spring. All parts of this plant are considered toxic.

Devil's trumpet (Datura metel) is a highly toxic annual species. Devil's trumpet ingestion can cause headaches, hallucinations, coma, and death. In spite of its toxicity, it is sometimes grown as an ornamental flower.

Amazon Lily (Eucharis amazonica) is a perennial native to Peru which has also been naturalized in Venezuela, Mexico, and many tropical islands. It grows as much as 75 cm in height, with large waxy leaves and fragrant flowers. The name amazon Lily is often also used for the Eucharis genus in general, which can cause some confusion.