John&Jacq~s Garden

Posted by Jacqueline on May 1st, 2018

Tigridia pavonia (Mexican Shell flower, Tiger Flower, Jockey’s Cap Lily, Peacock Flower, Tiger Iris/Flower) It is very popular as an ornamental plant among lovers of interesting flowers. Its large flared-flowers are vividly coloured and come in two-tone combinations pairing white, pink, red, orchid yellow or orange with contrasting spots.

Posted by Jacqueline on April 13th, 2018

Grammatophyllum speciosum (Giant Orchid, Tiger Orchid, Sugar Cane Orchid, Queen of the Orchids) Giant Orchid or the Queen of the Orchids is listed by the Guinness Book of World Records as the world’s tallest orchid with specimens up to 7.62 m tall. Queen of the Orchids, the largest orchid species in the world is cultivated as […]

Posted by Jacqueline on April 10th, 2018

Brassica rapa var. rapifera (Turnip, White Turnip, Turnip Rape) Turnip or White Turnip is one of the oldest vegetables cultivated by Man. It is a root vegetable commonly grown worldwide for its edible white and bulbous taproot. Besides, it is well known for its traditional medicine.

Posted by Jacqueline on April 7th, 2018

Paphiopedilum rothschildianum (Rothschild’s Slipper Orchid, Gold of Kinabalu Orchid) Rothschild’s Slipper Orchid or Gold of Kinabalu Orchid is an endangered orchid species that is endemic to Mount Kinabalu in Sabah, West Malaysia. A perfect species collection for its small size and longevity of flowering. Paphiopedilum rothschildianum is assessed as critically endangered in the IUCN Red […]

Posted by Jacqueline on April 5th, 2018

Brassica oleracea var. botrytis (Cauliflower, Broccoli, Calabrese, Romanesco) Cauliflower or Calabrese has medicinal properties. It is anti-inflammatory and antioxidants-rich and may boost both your heart and brain health. Regular consumption of Cauliflower will provide your body with impressive amounts of vitamin C, vitamin K, beta-carotene and much more while supporting healthy digestion and detoxification..