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Tropical excellence from seed: Evanthia’s 20 must-haves for the growers of tomorrow
In a world where green experience is becoming increasingly valuable, tropical plants are no longer just supporting players – they take centre stage. They bring character, colour and contrast. They tell stories. And above all: they create opportunities. At Evanthia, we believe in the power of seed – as the beginning of something great. As the foundation for a distinctive assortment, stable cultivation, and commercial innovation. Our Top 20 Tropical Plants from Seed form the basis of an impactful portfolio: robust, contemporary, and surprisingly diverse.
Whether you’re looking for striking structures, lush foliage, bold green statements or niche products with a twist – you’ll find them here. Optimised for professional propagation. Selected for their market value. Developed for your success.
Top 20 - the essence of quality from seed
Explore our top 20 in alphabetical order:
1. Agapanthus
Elegant, timeless and versatile: Agapanthus is a popular choice for patio pots and borders. Our seeds produce strong plants with graceful blooms – a summer favourite that adds a Mediterranean accent to any collection. Available in various white and blue varieties.
2. Asparagus
Delicate, airy and hugely popular in floristry as well as interiors. Evanthia’s Asparagus seeds produce strong, uniform plants with elegant foliage – perfect for creative applications.
3. Chamaedorea
Compact, full of character and stylish. This small palm is a classic for interior use, offering consistent quality from seed – with an ideal balance of volume and finesse.
4. Chlorophytum
Reliable, fast-growing and air-purifying. Chlorophytum stands out in any green assortment thanks to its accessibility and aesthetic. A smart addition to every tropical offering.
5. Coffea
A tropical eye-catcher with a story: the coffee plant! Our Coffea seeds grow into compact plants with glossy leaves and that distinctive aroma – a decorative and sustainable statement.
6. Cordyline
Strong, sleek and structural. Cordyline australis from seed delivers an upright growth habit and a bold, architectural look. This evergreen adds instant body to any tropical range and stands out for its uniformity and vigour in production.
7. Cyperus
A waterside plant with flair. Compact, versatile and surprisingly popular. Cyperus Zumula thrives along pond edges, in containers, or even as a houseplant. Also appreciated as pet-safe ‘cat grass’ – a smart niche for garden centres and lifestyle concepts.
8. Dizygotheca
An intriguing foliage plant for the connoisseur. Elegantissima adds refinement and depth to any range – with dark, serrated leaves and a compact growth habit from seed.
9. Eucalyptus
Tough, fragrant and stylish. Eucalyptus is a mainstay in dried bouquets and bold interior schemes. Our seed selections offer uniform growth and silvery elegance.
10. Gossypium herbaceum
Graceful and surprising. The cotton plant combines a rustic appearance with a unique story. Grown from seed, it develops into a strong plant with high ornamental value and appeal in niche markets.
11. Fatsia
Tropical yet hardy? Fatsia japonica surprises with its large, palmate leaves and robust growth. The seeds produce strong plants suitable for indoor use as well as sheltered outdoor spaces.
12. Hypoestes
Foliage art in miniature. The ‘polka dot plant’ grabs attention with its vibrant patterns. Perfect for colourful mixed concepts – easy to grow from seed in a wide colour range via our powerful Coloratus® series.
13. Monstera
An urban jungle icon. Monstera deliciosa Tauerii has earned its place as a true lifestyle plant. Evanthia’s seeds provide a strong foundation for top-quality, healthy young plants.
14. Nolina
A true survivor: Nolina is drought-tolerant, full of character and extremely long-lasting. Evanthia’s line produces strong plants with a distinctive growth habit – characterful and low maintenance.
15. Pachypodium
This ‘desert rose’ pairs rugged looks with tropical flair. Grown from seed, it develops into compact, spiny stems with striking flowers – ideal for collectors and specialist markets.
16. Philodendron
Lush, lively and architectural. Philodendron selloum from seed is an upright variety with deeply lobed leaves and a striking presence. A tropical powerhouse that blends elegance with volume – ideal for making a bold, green statement.
17. Radermachera
Light, airy and highly adaptable. Radermachera sinica combines soft shapes with strong performance. A favourite in the mid to high-end houseplant segment.
18. Schefflera
A solid grower with elegant structure. Schefflera is a classic reimagined. Seedlings develop into well-branched plants, with high reliability in propagation.
19. Strelitzia
A living work of art. Strelitzia makes an immediate impression with its bold form and exotic flowers. Our seeds offer a vigorous start for high-quality, long-lasting plants.
20. Yucca
Minimalist yet striking. Yucca remains a favourite in outdoor landscaping – strong, architectural and low maintenance. Evanthia offers Yucca rostrata for reliable seed propagation.
Ready to sow? Evanthia is here to support you
With this top selection of tropical seed products, you’ll be investing in genetics that are not only in line with today’s trends, but also built for the future. All seeds are available directly from Evanthia – with professional advice, technical support, and market expertise.
Grow your tropical range from seed.
With vision. With craftsmanship. With Evanthia.
