Home |
Search |
Today's Posts |
#1
|
|||
|
|||
WTB: rare (sub)tropical plants
Hi all,
I'm desperately seeking the following plants: Christia vespertilionis (Island pea) Gossypium sturtianum (Sturt's Desert Rose, from down under) Boswellia serrata (incense tree) As for the Christia, seeds may be also o.k., but for the latter ones, I've already tried without success. I'm situated in Germany (no way to get them here, all three totally unavailable, sold out, not this year a.s.o.....), therefore a distributor in another European country would be perfect. Also cuttings would be great. Any hint is highly appreciated. I heard that there is a so-called RHS plantfinder. Can anybody perhaps look it up for me? Best wishes and thanks in advance Gaby -- Mrs. Gaby Chaudry http://www.gaby.de/bilder/ |
#2
|
|||
|
|||
WTB: rare (sub)tropical plants
In article ,
Gaby Chaudry wrote: Any hint is highly appreciated. I heard that there is a so-called RHS plantfinder. Can anybody perhaps look it up for me? It's a book, and could well be available locally. Try a Web search on Royal Horticultural Society Plant Finder. Regards, Nick Maclaren. |
#3
|
|||
|
|||
WTB: rare (sub)tropical plants
In article , Nick Maclaren
writes In article , Gaby Chaudry wrote: Any hint is highly appreciated. I heard that there is a so-called RHS plantfinder. Can anybody perhaps look it up for me? It's a book, and could well be available locally. Try a Web search on Royal Horticultural Society Plant Finder. I thought it was also on the web? -- Kay "Do not insult the crocodile until you have crossed the river" |
#4
|
|||
|
|||
WTB: rare (sub)tropical plants
Kay,
on Royal Horticultural Society Plant Finder. I thought it was also on the web? Yes, I did a Google search and indeed: it is. I just visited the site and got the following result for all three plants: RHS PLANT FINDER RESULTS There are no matches with your search selection, please enter an alternative plant name *sigh*... I randomly entered another plant name to check if the server is working properly - and got a bunch of results.... Any other ideas? Best wishes Gaby -- Mrs. Gaby Chaudry http://www.gaby.de/bilder/ |
#5
|
|||
|
|||
WTB: rare (sub)tropical plants
On 6/8/04 20:27, in article , "Gaby
Chaudry" wrote: Hi all, I'm desperately seeking the following plants: Christia vespertilionis (Island pea) Gossypium sturtianum (Sturt's Desert Rose, from down under) Boswellia serrata (incense tree) As for the Christia, seeds may be also o.k., but for the latter ones, I've already tried without success. I'm situated in Germany (no way to get them here, all three totally unavailable, sold out, not this year a.s.o.....), therefore a distributor in another European country would be perfect. Also cuttings would be great. Any hint is highly appreciated. I heard that there is a so-called RHS plantfinder. Can anybody perhaps look it up for me? Best wishes and thanks in advance Gaby The Christia isn't listed in the RHS Plant Finder at all but try this link: http://www.shop.sunshine-seeds.de/in...vespertilionis 33869.htm The only Gossypium listed is G herbaceum at Salley Gardens, 32 Lansdowne Drive, West Bridgford, Nottinghamshire NG! 7FJ. Tel. (0)115 9233878 in the evenings. Boswellia isn't in the plantfinder but try a hunt he http://www.exportbureau.com/agriculture/plantseed.html And just maybe this as a seed supplier of herbal plants (they're -- Sacha www.hillhousenursery.co.uk South Devon (remove the weeds to email me) in USA) http://www.willowpondherbs.com/shed/seedlist.html |
#6
|
|||
|
|||
rare (sub)tropical plants
"Gaby Chaudry" wrote in message ... Hi all, I'm desperately seeking the following plants: Christia vespertilionis (Island pea) Gossypium sturtianum (Sturt's Desert Rose, from down under) Boswellia serrata (incense tree) As for the Christia, seeds may be also o.k., but for the latter ones, I've already tried without success. I'm situated in Germany (no way to get them here, all three totally unavailable, sold out, not this year a.s.o.....), therefore a distributor in another European country would be perfect. Also cuttings would be great. Any hint is highly appreciated. I heard that there is a so-called RHS plantfinder. Can anybody perhaps look it up for me? This is what you want.... http://www.rhs.org.uk/rhsplantfinder/plantfinder.asp Not that it's much help in this case. -- Regards Bob in Runnymede, 17miles west of London, UK |
#7
|
|||
|
|||
WTB: rare (sub)tropical plants
"Gaby Chaudry" wrote in message ... Kay, on Royal Horticultural Society Plant Finder. I thought it was also on the web? Yes, I did a Google search and indeed: it is. I just visited the site and got the following result for all three plants: RHS PLANT FINDER RESULTS There are no matches with your search selection, please enter an alternative plant name *sigh*... I randomly entered another plant name to check if the server is working properly - and got a bunch of results.... Any other ideas? The RHS plantfinder is on the net. I use it quite regularly. The URL is http://www.rhs.org.uk/rhsplantfinder/plantfinder.asp It is possible that you might have to be a member of the RHS to have access to it, but give it a try. Franz |
#8
|
|||
|
|||
WTB: rare (sub)tropical plants
Franz,
The RHS plantfinder is on the net. I use it quite regularly. The URL is http://www.rhs.org.uk/rhsplantfinder/plantfinder.asp That's exactly where I have been and where I got the bad results.... It is possible that you might have to be a member of the RHS to have access to it, but give it a try. This can't be - otherwise I would have got no result with *any* search. Bye, Gaby -- Mrs. Gaby Chaudry http://www.gaby.de/bilder/ |
#9
|
|||
|
|||
WTB: rare (sub)tropical plants
Sacha,
The Christia isn't listed in the RHS Plant Finder at all but try this link: http://www.shop.sunshine-seeds.de/in...vespertilionis 33869.htm It's sold out there :-( I also heard that they sell old seeds that don't germinate.... O.K. For Christia it shouldn't be a problem if they are old, as Leguminosae germinate easily and also after many years. But be careful if you're planning to buy seeds from her.... The only Gossypium listed is G herbaceum at Salley Gardens, 32 Lansdowne Drive, West Bridgford, Nottinghamshire NG! 7FJ. Tel. (0)115 9233878 in the evenings. This is the "normal" Gossypium, the cotton plant. It's quite different to sturtianum. Boswellia isn't in the plantfinder but try a hunt he http://www.exportbureau.com/agriculture/plantseed.html Thanks, but these are only seeds. Growing Boswellia from seeds is nearly impossible. That's the main problem :-(( Anyway, thanks a bunch for your efforts!! (remove the weeds to email me) I really like this one :-)) Bye, Gaby -- Mrs. Gaby Chaudry http://www.gaby.de/bilder/ |
#10
|
|||
|
|||
WTB: rare (sub)tropical plants
On Fri, 6 Aug 2004 21:27:40 +0200, "Gaby Chaudry"
wrote: I'm desperately seeking the following plants: Christia vespertilionis (Island pea) Gossypium sturtianum (Sturt's Desert Rose, from down under) Boswellia serrata (incense tree) Your problem is that you are looking for plants that are not particularly easy to cultivate in northern Europe (in the case of Gossypium sturtianum, it is extremely tricky on account of its desert origins) and to be honest, of no immense ornamental merit. I keep an almost constant watch for interesting exotics and have only seen Christia offered once or twice as growing plants (seeds are occasionally available) and that was many years ago. I very much doubt if any are currently grown in nurseries in the UK, although they may be present in a few specialised collections and botanical gardens. Gossypium sturtianum requires highly specialised growing conditions and is exceptionally prone rot unless maintained in a very arid, sunny, sunny climate. Growing them from seed is fraught with problems and plants from cuttings are simply unavailable. Boswellia seed is very, very rarely offered and the tree, apart from its considerable pharmacological value, holds relatively little interest to even the most avid plant collector. Native to northern India through to the southern Arabian peninsula, it prefers hot, dry sunny climates. Although it will tolerate more moisture than the Gossypium, it does not grow well in the lower light levels much further north than mediterranean regions. Christia (if you can get the seeds) is relatively easy. Soak them in very hot water and allow to remain in it as it cools for at least 24 hours. Sow in a sharply drained compost and maintain temps of around 26 - 28C. Germination is usually quite rapid. Once the seedlings have develop their first true leaves, gradually harden them to air temps of around 21C and gently expose to full light. A good compost for growing the plants on consists of a mixture of a sterilised loam based type such as John Innes No2 and horticultural grit in a ratio of 2:1. Christia needs full sun to develop best colouring and is not really a very good pot plant for the home, but it can be done. Dave Poole Torquay, Coastal South Devon UK Winter min -2°C. Summer max 34°C. Growing season: March - November |
#11
|
|||
|
|||
WTB: rare (sub)tropical plants
"Gaby Chaudry" wrote in message ... Franz, The RHS plantfinder is on the net. I use it quite regularly. The URL is http://www.rhs.org.uk/rhsplantfinder/plantfinder.asp That's exactly where I have been and where I got the bad results.... My apologies. I misread your note in a hurry. It is possible that you might have to be a member of the RHS to have access to it, but give it a try. This can't be - otherwise I would have got no result with *any* search. You're right. Franz |
#12
|
|||
|
|||
rare (sub)tropical plants
"Gaby Chaudry" wrote in message ... Hi all, I'm desperately seeking the following plants: Christia vespertilionis (Island pea) Gossypium sturtianum (Sturt's Desert Rose, from down under) Boswellia serrata (incense tree) As for the Christia, seeds may be also o.k., but for the latter ones, I've already tried without success. I'm situated in Germany (no way to get them here, all three totally unavailable, sold out, not this year a.s.o.....), therefore a distributor in another European country would be perfect. Also cuttings would be great. Any hint is highly appreciated. I heard that there is a so-called RHS plantfinder. Can anybody perhaps look it up for me? Best wishes and thanks in advance Gaby Mrs. Gaby Chaudry http://www.gaby.de/bilder/ Hi Gaby, I can't help you with your search for seeds/plants, but I'd just like to compliment you on the amazing plants etc on your small balcony !!! Just shows what can be done in a small space :~)) PS liked the computer "museum" too. Jenny http://members.rott.chello.nl/ldejag...ex.welcome.htm |
#13
|
|||
|
|||
WTB: rare (sub)tropical plants
Dave,
first of all thanks a bunch for your comprehensive and knowledgeable reply! Your problem is that you are looking for plants that are not particularly easy to cultivate in northern Europe (in the case of Gossypium sturtianum, it is extremely tricky on account of its desert origins) and to be honest, of no immense ornamental merit. Well, it's more the unusual than the ornamental that tempts me.. Of course I know that the plants I'm looking for are not "easy to grow backyard gardener plants", but rather ones that bear a high challenge. almost constant watch for interesting exotics and have only seen Christia offered once or twice as growing plants (seeds are occasionally available) and that was many years ago. It seems that they are quite common in Eastern Asia, mostly Japan. At least all the Google results I got where from this region. Gossypium sturtianum requires highly specialised growing conditions and is exceptionally prone rot unless maintained in a very arid, sunny, sunny climate. Growing them from seed is fraught with problems and plants from cuttings are simply unavailable. Aren't there really no collectors at all in Europe that have one?? Boswellia seed is very, very rarely offered I already got Boswellia seeds, but they don't germinate. I heard that they are fertile for only 6 or 8 weeks after harvesting. The seeds you normally get are much older. interest to even the most avid plant collector. Native to northern India through to the southern Arabian peninsula, it prefers hot, dry sunny climates. Although it will tolerate more moisture than the Gossypium, it does not grow well in the lower light levels much further north than mediterranean regions. I thought that it might need similar conditions as Adenium, originating from the same region and climate. Is this true? Christia (if you can get the seeds) is relatively easy. Soak them in very hot water and allow to remain in it as it cools for at least 24 hours. Sounds like it behaves like most other Leguminosae. Then it's really easy. Still, I'm missing a source for the seeds. The only two German dealers that have them in their catalogue, can't supply them this year. Shall I be more patient?? Anyway, if you ever come across one of these plants, please drop me a line. Btw, Which plants do you have in your collection? Best wishes Gaby -- Mrs. Gaby Chaudry http://www.gaby.de/bilder/ |
#14
|
|||
|
|||
rare (sub)tropical plants
Jenny,
I can't help you with your search for seeds/plants, but I'd just like to compliment you on the amazing plants etc on your small balcony !!! Thanks! :-D Just shows what can be done in a small space :~)) Ah, imagine that, in addition, I have about the same amount of plants inside - in my living room, my kitchen and the bedroom.... ;-)) PS liked the computer "museum" too. This was my first hobby, before I came to plants.... Now they have to divide the space among each others .. No, not really: the computers have their own room, therefore there's not much trouble... ;-) O.K., sometimes I have to keep the Jasmine from growing into the computer room window (from outside)... It is growing so fast, that I'm afraid I have to cut some *meters* when the cold season comes and it has to move inside again... (will produce a couple of cuttings....) Best wishes from Munich Gaby -- Mrs. Gaby Chaudry http://www.gaby.de/bilder/ |
#15
|
|||
|
|||
rare (sub)tropical plants
Jenny,
I forgot to mention that I just added some recent pictures to my homepage: http://www.gaby.de/bilder/070804/070804.htm And btw: your garden in the sky is *great*!! Best wishes Gaby -- Mrs. Gaby Chaudry http://www.gaby.de/bilder/ |
Reply |
|
Thread Tools | Search this Thread |
Display Modes | |
|
|
Similar Threads | ||||
Thread | Forum | |||
Colorful Tropical Foliage Plants – Croton Plants And Caladium Plants | Gardening | |||
roses in a sub tropical SEqueensland garden | Roses | |||
Protcomp 6.0 Finding sub-cellular localization of Eukaryotic proteins: Animal- Plants | Plant Biology | |||
WTB: various (sub)tropical plants in Europe | Gardening | |||
new tank..sub recomendations | Freshwater Aquaria Plants |