Tucked deep in the limestone forests of Thailand grows a fern that doesn’t just reflect light — it bends it. The blue oil fern (Microsorum thailandicum) is one of nature’s most mysterious plants, with leaves that glisten like moonlight on water. In this post, we explore its glowing history, strange habitat, and how to keep this rare botanical jewel alive in your own collection.

Our latest blog post delves into the significance of using our specialized soilless aroid substrate to replicate the natural conditions of tropical plants and epiphytes, ensuring optimal growth and health.

Plants are far more aware of their environment than we give them credit for. And that includes you!

Could early explorers, captivated by the strange and the sinister, have mistaken nature’s slow killers for something more terrifying? The truth may be rooted in reality.

Born from a Victorian experiment, the Wardian case revolutionized plant transport and indoor gardening, paving the way for the terrariums we love today. From smuggling exotic plants across oceans to creating self-sustaining microhabitats, its legacy lives on in every glass-enclosed world we design.

Let the cold, hard winter grind your Venus Flytrap to sleep. Let’s chat about it.

Let’s talk about pests and other issues that could come up while caring for these unusual plants.

Struggling with a moody pitcher plant? From stubborn leaves to empty pitchers, our latest blog details the most common Nepenthes issues and how to resolve them. Whether it’s humidity woes or pest intrusions, you’ll learn how to keep these exotic hunters thriving.

Create a lush, misty sanctuary for your Nepenthes with a terrarium that captures the exotic allure of their native habitat, keeping them thriving in a world of high humidity, indirect light, and eerie beauty.

Let’s peer into the real of one of a very unusual genus of plants. #NepenthesNovember

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View a tiny living world where these carnivorous West Australian pitcher plants live.

Venus Flytraps are fascinating, but they need specific care. Our workshop teaches you everything you need to know—how to water, feed, and keep your flytrap healthy. Whether you’re new to plants or already have experience, this workshop is a great way to learn something new.

We’re talking about one of our newest arrivals to our store, the enigmatic Black Bat Flower (Tacca chantrieri).

Here’s how these 20 plants could become carnivorous.

Discover why summer is the best time to repot your tropical plants. Learn how warm temperatures and high humidity promote optimal growth and vibrant health.

Plants, complimentary wine and a tarot and astrology reader. Let’s have some fun.

Are you ready for the strangeset plant tour you’ve ever been on?

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