Bourreria superba: The Tree That Always Has Guests

The Tree That Always Has Guests Bourreria superba By Biól. Adolfo Servin Diaz Agosto 25, 2026 In the tropical forest, some trees command attention with their huge flowers or imposing size. And then there are others that quietly keep their magic to themselves. Bourreria superba belongs to this latter group. For much of the year, […]

The majestic Magnolia ofeliae: a living treasure of Jalisco

The majestic Magnolia ofeliae: a living treasure of Jalisco Magnolia ofeliae By Biól. Adolfo Servin Diaz Agosto 15, 2026 Magnolias belong to the family Magnoliaceae, one of the oldest lineages of flowering plants on the planet. Traditionally, species of the former genus Talauma are known in Mexico as yoloxóchitl, a word of Nahuatl origin meaning […]

Nepenthes: The Plant That Turned a Leaf Into a Stomach

The Plant That Turned a Leaf Into a Stomach Nepenthes By Biól. Evelyn Martinez-Cuevas July 12, 2026 There are plants with magnificent flowers. There are some with peculiar scents. And then there are the Nepenthes, which decided to solve the problem of nutrient-poor soil by turning their leaves into biomechanical digestive traps straight out of […]

Did you know that the pineapple isn’t actually a fruit? The answer lies in its flowers

Did you know that the pineapple isn’t actually a fruit? The answer lies in its flowers… Ananas comosus var. bracteatus By Biól. Cristóbal Sánchez and Esthefanía Beltrán May 7, 2026 If you are looking for a striking, resilient tropical plant that is perfect for ornamental gardens, the Red Pineapple (Ananas comosus var. bracteatus) is one of […]

Where a Frog Sleeps: Microhabitats That Shape Mexico’s Biodiversity

Where a Frog Sleeps:Microhabitats That Shape Mexico’s Biodiversity Where a Frog Sleeps: Microhabitats That Shape Mexico’s Biodiversity By Esthefanía Beltrán April 9, 2026 In the tropical forests of Mexico’s Pacific coast, biodiversity is not always obvious. Sometimes, it reveals itself quietly: a small frog resting inside a plant, protected by its leaves. This moment brings together […]

Mexican Orchid of the Month: Lycaste crinita

Mexican Orchid of the Month: Lycaste crinita Mexican Orchid of the Month: Haired Orchid Lycaste crinita   By Biól. Oscar Rodríguez Ramos March 4, 2026 Lycaste crinita, also known as “Canelita” or The Haired Lycaste, is an epiphytic orchid endemic to Mexico, recognized for its unique appearance and delicate fragrance. This species is found exclusively in the […]

The Queen of the Night: Epiphyllum hookeri

The Queen of the Night: Epiphyllum hookeri The Queen of the Night Epiphyllum hookeri By Esthefanía Beltrán February 14, 2026 Epiphyllum hookeri, commonly known as the Queen of the Night or night-blooming cereus, is one of the most fascinating flowering plants found in tropical regions. This epiphytic cactus is famous for its large, fragrant white flowers that open only […]

Ceropegia woodii: the “String of Hearts” that charms on Valentine’s Day… and seduces flies.

The “String of Hearts”:Ceropegia woodii The “String of Hearts” that charms on Valentine’s Day… and seduces flies. Ceropegia woodii   By Esthefanía Beltrán February 14, 2026 In February, few plants are as photogenic and symbolic as Ceropegia woodii, popularly known as String of Hearts. Its delicate, heart-shaped leaves, marbled in green and silver, cascade in […]

Cuitlauzina pulchella

Cuitlauzina pulchella Cuitlauzina pulchella Lily of the Valley Orchid   By Biól. Jesús Ángel Barajas Fragoso April 08, 2026 With a native range spanning from El Salvador to southern Mexico, the Vallarta Botanical Garden welcomes this small and beautiful flower. The genus Cuitlauzina was named in honor of Cuitláhuac, penultimate Mexica emperor and a highly […]

Trichocentrum oestlundianum

Mexican OrchidTrichocentrum oestlundianum Mexican Orchid Trichocentrum oestlundianum   By Biól. Jesús Ángel Barajas Fragoso July 3, 2025 Native and endemic to the Pacific coast in the states of Jalisco, Michoacán, and Nayarit, the Trichocentrum oestlundianum thrives in mangroves, forested roads, and barren lava flows. It is one of the orchids commonly called “mule ears” because […]