Cowpea (Vigna unguiculata) is an annual grain legume that is an important crop in many regions. The plant has been used as forage for animals and for cow feed. It can be short and bushy or grow as a long vine up to 2 m tall. The edible seeds and seed pods are very small and kidney-shaped.

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.

Pigeon pea (Cajanus cajan) is a woody perennial shrub that will grow to 4 m tall. Flowers attract butterflies and bees. Edible seeds, seedpods, stems and shoots. A nitrogen-fixer, it improves the quality of the soil where it is planted. Grows in full sun with moist, well-drained soil. It is drought-tolerant and will grow in a variety of soil conditions.

Wandering Jew has been introduced to North America where it is considered a noxious weed. It can be highly invasive - spreading across crops and pastures, outcompeting more desirable plants.

Butterfly agave (Agave potatorum) is an evergreen perennial succulent that will grow to 61 cm tall. It forms a rosette with small, silvery-blue leaves. When the plant is about 10 years old it will produce a flower stalk that is 3 to 4.5 m tall with greenish-white flowers tinged with red. It thrives in full sun, hot conditions and well-drained soil.

Fragrant spikesedge's slender, grass-like stature belies its resilience, thriving in wet, marshy environments where it rises from rhizomatic roots. Its light green stems culminate in delicate, umbrella-like clusters, elegantly unfurling small, brown flowers that are telltale of the Cyperaceae family. This plant's adaptability to soggy soils provides a lush, green anchor in its aquatic or damp terrestrial habitats.

Many US states classify shack shack (Crotalaria retusa) as a noxious weed since it is a fast-spreading, drought-tolerant plant. The plant is toxic to humans and livestock, containing pyrrolizidine alkaloids. However, despite all these negatives shack shack at least produces attractive hood-shaped yellow flowers.

Sago pondweed (Stuckenia pectinata) is an aquatic plant commonly found growing in fresh or brackish water. Unlike other aquatic plants, the sago pondweed does not float above the water. It is completely submerged. Insects, water birds and other aquatic animals feed on its tuberous roots and help to distribute the plant to other areas. Also called fennel pondweed and ribbon weed.

Guava (*Psidium guajava*) is a fruit-producing evergreen shrub that grows natively in the Caribbean region and South America. Guava attracts the honey bee and other insects, and guava fruit is edible. Additionally, guava wood is used for smoking meat.

Cape gooseberry (Physalis peruviana) is a perennial shrub species native to South America. This species has been cultivated by humans for a very long time, and can be traced to the Incan civilization. Cape gooseberry grows optimally in fertile, slightly acidic soil in full sun.

Royal poinciana (Delonix regia) is also known as the “peacock tree” or the “flamboyant tree.” It’s a Madagascar native and is known for its brilliant crimson or red-yellow flowers. It grows exceedingly fast, reaching its maximum height of around 12 m in a short amount of time.

Watermelon (Citrullus lanatus) is a flowering plant with a vine-like appearance native to Western Africa. Watermelon bears fruit that are widely cultivated and consumed across the world. Watermelon grow in tropical and temperate climates and requires warmth to grow. There are 1000 varieties around the world.

Golden dewdrops (Duranta erecta) is an ornamental sprawling shrub commonly found in subtropical and tropical gardens all over the world. Its gentle purple blossoms are often visited by butterflies and hummingbirds. Golden dewdrops is considered a weed in Australia, South Africa and certain parts of East Asia.

Tephrosia nana is a petite perennial with delicate foliage, typically thriving in well-drained soils within sunny, open landscapes. Its leaves are pinnate with multiple small leaflets, presenting a feather-like appearance. During blooming season, tephrosia nana sports vibrant, pea-like flowers that capture the eye with their beauty. These blossoms are significant not just for their aesthetics but also for their role in enticing pollinators, ensuring the plant's reproduction and survival.

Curculigo pilosa is a perennial herbaceous plant that thrives in the shaded understories of tropical forests. Its noticeable features include a dense rosette of long, lance-shaped leaves and a central spike of small, yellow flowers. The pilose, or hairy, surface of both stems and leaves helps in retaining moisture, a crucial adaptation for its humid habitat.

With its self-supporting growth form, the Setaria helvola has simple, broad leaves with white flowers. It's widely known as a common weed that grows in lawns, sidewalks, and other places. It can grow from 20 cm to well over a meter. All of its leaf blades are hairless on the upper surfaces and can measure up to 30 cm long.

African blood lily (Scadoxus multiflorus) is a plant species native to Africa. African blood lily is also called the “African Blood Lily,” “Ball Lily,” “Low Lily,” “Monsoon Lily,” and “Powderpuff Lily.”

Pincushion tree is a versatile, tropical tree with a broad crown, providing ample shade. Its robust trunk supports large, elliptical leaves with a leathery texture, often sought after for their medicinal qualities. Clusters of small, greenish-white flowers bloom on pincushion tree, attracting a variety of pollinators. The plant thrives in rich, moist soils, often along riverbanks, benefiting from abundant water and sunlight.

Andropogon pseudapricus is a resilient grass native to dry, open landscapes, adapting to harsh conditions with its deep roots and tall, slender stems. Its clumping growth pattern and fluffy seed heads, which appear in the warmer months, aid in dispersal by wind. Gracefully swaying, the plant provides shelter to fauna and stabilizes soil.

Prostrate sandmat (Euphorbia prostrata) is a plant species native to tropical regions of North and South America and the central United States. Prostrate sandmat has spread all over the globe and is considered an invasive species. This resilient plant often sprouts up through cracks in asphalt on roadsides.