Phyla nodiflora is a perennial herb that's referred to as turkey tangle. It is widely used as an ornamental ground cover plant when grown intentionally, but also has a reputation as a lawn weed. Turkey tangle is not an uncommon sight around marshes, where ducks and geese will munch on its leaves.

Safflower (Carthamus tinctorius) is a branched, herbaceous, thistle-like annual plant native to arid environments in North America. In cooking, this plant is often used as a substitute for saffron, although it is considered an inferior substitute. In Japan, fiber makers use safflower to make a bright orange red dye.

Globe artichoke (Cynara scolymus) is a popular vegetable that has been cultivated for thousands of years in the Mediterranean region. Its blossoms are harvested before blooming, at which time they will bloom with hundreds of purple tendrils. The globe artichoke's flowers are nutritious when cooked, and are found in many Italian dishes as well as teas.

Carob tree (Ceratonia siliqua) is a flowering evergreen shrub native to the Middle East and the Mediterranean. Carob tree is often used in ornamental horticulture in gardens and landscaping practices. This shrub has edible pods that are sometimes toasted, ground into powder, and used as a cooking substitute for chocolate. For commercial purposes, the pods are often cultivated in large orchards.

Long valued for its medicinal and healing properties, black cumin is widely available as a dietary supplement. In fact, it is even referenced in Islamic literature. Black cumin has historically been used as a moth repellent and air freshener. Nowadays, it is primarily used as a spice, providing aromatic flavor.

Cape cheesewood is a fascinating plant with interesting qualities. It catches the eye with its stunning green flowers and glossy leaves. Gardeners appreciate this plant for its attractive appearance and the aromatic scent it releases. One interesting fact about cape cheesewood is its economic value, as its wood is commonly used for crafting furniture and other items. Additionally, cape cheesewood is known for attracting various insects and birds, enhancing biodiversity in the garden. Its unique characteristics make cape cheesewood a must-have for nature enthusiasts looking to add beauty and diversity to their outdoor spaces.

Tree fuchsia is a small and attractive subtropical evergreen tree that can be found in mountains, forests, and riverbanks. Its growth is tall and slender in shady conditions and shrub-like in open habitats. Because it is resilient and decorative, it is rising in popularity as an ornamental tree in African gardens. Besides the attractive flowers and foliage, one of tree fuchsia's perks is that it attracts various species of native birds.

Milk thistle (Silybum marianum) is a biennial thistle that has white-mottled blossoms. The common name references the appearance of these blossoms, which look like they have been doused in milk. It grows up to 1.8 m tall. This species is often cultivated as an ornamental plant.

False daisy (Eclipta prostrata) is a herb that belongs to the sunflower family. It grows as an annual in moist areas. Some farmers rank it among the worst weeds in the world. A single plant can generate as many as 17,000 seeds in one season.

Flax (Linum usitatissimum) is a slender straight and narrow-leafed annual that produces sky-blue flowers in summer. After blooming each flower produces a seed pod of 4 to 10 seeds. Flax is cultivated for its fiber linseed oil and edible seeds. It prefers full sun and cool weather and will grow from 61 to 91 cm tall.

Sweet marjoram (Origanum majorana) is a plant species native to the Mediterranean region and the Arabian Peninsula. It is commonly cultivated for its aromatic leaves. This species is somewhat sensitive to cold temperatures. Sweet marjoram is often described as combining the flavors of sweet pine and citrus. It gets used as an herb for culinary purposes and to make essential oils.

Hewittia malabarica are windy or low-lying, perennial, herbaceous plants that reach heights of growth of 1 to 2 m. The shoot axes are more or less finely hairy, on the Nodien often roots form. The leaves are on 1 to 6 cm long petioles, the leaf blades are ovate, 3 to 10 cm long and 3 to 8 cm wide.

Also known as Holy Herb or Herb of the Cross, common vervain is occasionally claimed to have been used on the wounds of Jesus Christ after His death. It can also claim prominent positions in ancient Egyptian and Greek mythology as well. A tall, spindly, perennial herb, common vervain is native to Eurasia but has been introduced to the Americas.

The large bullwort, a member of the carrot family, is a hermaphrodite plant with white lace-like flower clusters that florists typically use to accent bouquets. It was used as a therapeutic ointment in ancient times, circa 200 BC in Egypt. This plant's blossoms are high in nectar and pollen, attracting bees, insects, and other pollinators. It is poisonous to cats, dogs, and horses.

Scotch thistle (Onopordum acanthium) is considered to be a noxious weed in many parts of the world. Dense colonies of this plant interfere with animals' ability to graze and limit their access to water. However, its large blooms and unique leaves have led some people to grow it ornamentally.

Toothpickweed (*Visnaga daucoides*) is an annual shrub that blooms from summer to fall with umbrella-shaped clusters of tiny white flowers. It attracts butterflies, bees, and other pollinators. It thrives in full sun or partial shade in fertile, moist, well-drained soil. The sap from this plant can cause skin irritations or allergic reactions in some people.

The herb of grace is a perennial, non-aromatic herb that serves various uses. For example, this plant, with succulent, rounded-shaped, thick evergreen leaves and white flowers with four to five petals, is used in traditional Ayurvedic medicine. The leaves of this herb can be eaten as well.

Coatbuttons is native to the tropical Americas and has become an invasive weed around the world. It produces arrowhead-shaped yellow or white flowers and hard fruit covered with stiff hairs. This plant is regarded as invasive because it produces up to 1,500 of these hard fruits per plant and spreads easily, outcompeting native vegetation.

Jammy mouth is a stunning perennial native to Eastern Africa. It can grow into trees, shrubs, and vines. It bears a distinctive burnt orange two-lipped tubular flower with brown patterns that resemble a rabbit's head with ears, hence its other common name "rabbit ears." Its attractive evergreen leaves could easily be formed into a fence for screening and privacy.