Broom reed (Elegia capensis) is a bamboo-like plant that is a popular ornamental species. It grows so well that it can spread rapidly, becoming invasive. Therefore it needs either a large garden or careful attention to curb its spread. The plant forms sheaths just before it flowers that make a pleasant whispering sound in the wind.

Cape thatching reed is a type of rush native to South Africa. It is a popular choice for use in landscaping and gardening due to its ability to thrive in a variety of conditions, including dry and wet soils. The plant has thin, grass-like leaves and produces small, brown flowers that bloom in the summer. It is drought-tolerant and can tolerate periods of flooding, making it a versatile plant for use in rain gardens or other areas prone to excess water. In addition to its practical use in the garden, cape thatching reed also has cultural significance in South Africa, where it is used in traditional basket-weaving and thatching. The plant is also known for its ability to attract a variety of birds and other wildlife to the garden.

Rush goldreed is a striking perennial with needle-like, dark green foliage that forms dense, rush-like clumps. Its slender, upright stems can reach up to two meters, displaying a notable resilience to wind. Typically found in sandy, coastal environments, rush goldreed thrives in full sun, where its distinctive tufted appearance adds texture and movement to the landscape.

Bractless deckreed is a striking perennial that evokes the rustic beauty of its natural fynbos habitat. Its tall, reed-like stems, topped with brown floral bracts, stretch towards the sun, flourishing in sandy soils. With needle-like leaves cloaking the stems, bractless deckreed has adapted to thrive in the challenging conditions of its South African origins, its structure contributing to resilience against drought. Its distinct silhouette and adaptation make bractless deckreed a remarkable example of its genus.

Slender goldreed is a striking, reed-like perennial with slender, cylindrical stems that grow upwards in dense tufts. Its needle-like foliage, elegantly arching from the stem tips, lends a feathery appearance. This flora thrives in well-drained soils and is often found in its native habitats embracing sunlight, hinting at its preference for open, airy environments. The plant's overall silhouette is sculptural, adding a graceful, vertical accent to landscapes.

Hermanus deckreed is a striking evergreen perennial forming dense tussocks with slender, arching stems. Its reed-like foliage and small, brown, cone-shaped flower clusters are hallmarks, thriving in sandy or rocky soils often in coastal regions. Hermanus deckreed adapts to its environment through efficient water storage and wind-resistant structure.

Rocket reed is a striking perennial with dense, reed-like stems that tower gracefully. Its slender form is crowned by small, brownish flower spikes, showcasing a tufted appearance. This plant prefers damp conditions, often thriving in wetland margins where its signature needle-like foliage creates a textured silhouette against the sky.

Dracaena are popular house plants that are easy to grow. They can tolerate low-light conditions and require little watering. Their leaves range from variegated to dark green. Their characteristic traits include woody stems that grow slowly but offer a striking appearance for small spaces such as apartments or offices.

Fig trees have been cultivated in many regions for their fruits, particularly the common fig, F. carica. Most of the species have edible fruits, although the common fig is the only one of commercial value. Fig trees are also important food sources for wildlife in the tropics, including monkeys, bats, and insects.

Brambles are members of the rose family, and there are hundreds of different types to be found throughout the European countryside. They have been culturally significant for centuries; Christian folklore stories hold that when the devil was thrown from heaven, he landed on a bramble bush. Their vigorous growth habit can tangle into native plants and take over.

The popular tree family known as maples change the color of their leaves in the fall. Many cultural traditions encourage people to watch the colors change, such as momijigari in Japan. Maples popular options for bonsai art. Alternately, their sap is used to create maple syrup.

Prunus is a genus of flowering fruit trees that includes almonds, cherries, plums, peaches, nectarines, and apricots. These are often known as "stone fruits" because their pits are large seeds or "stones." When prunus trees are damaged, they exhibit "gummosis," a condition in which the tree's gum (similar to sap) is secreted to the bark to help heal external wounds.

Nightshades is a large and diverse genus of plants, with more than 1500 different types worldwide. This genus incorporates both important staple food crops like tomato, potato, and eggplant, but also dangerous poisonous plants from the nightshade family. The name was coined by Pliny the Elder almost two thousand years ago.

Most species of roses are shrubs or climbing plants that have showy flowers and sharp thorns. They are commonly cultivated for cut flowers or as ornamental plants in gardens due to their attractive appearance, pleasant fragrance, and cultural significance in many countries. The rose hips (fruits) can also be used in jams and teas.

Oaks are among the world's longest-lived trees, sometimes growing for over 1,000 years! The oldest known oak tree is in the southern United States and is over 1,500 years old. Oaks produce an exceedingly popular type of wood which is used to make different products, from furniture and flooring to wine barrels and even cosmetic creams.