Mark Leichty

Mark Leichty is the Director of Business Development at Little Prince of Oregon Nursery near Portland. He is a certified plant geek who enjoys visiting beautiful gardens and garden centers searching for rare and unique plants to satisfy his plant lust. mark@littleprinceoforegon.com

Variegated Daphniphyllum macropodum

This rare evergreen tree is a horticultural work of art.

Theobroma cacao

This tropical evergreen impresses with pendulous pink flowers.

Paris luquanensis

This rare perennial boasts silvery veins, bright red fruit and a wellness connection.

Haleakala Silversword

This rarity is only found near the summit of a Hawaiian volcano.

Begonia solimutata

The sun-changing begonia is known for its foliage, which changes colors based on the available light.

Tradescantia fluminensis ‘Nanouk’

This Dutch introduction provides a bright pop of color with leaf color and attractive flowers.

Stapelia gigantea

The carrion flower is known for its stench but has stunning starfish flowers.

Moon rising

Pilea mollis ‘Moon Valley’ offers unusual texture reminiscent of a lunar landscape.

Precious jewels

Jewel orchids are beautiful foliage plants that are prized by indoor gardeners.

Spiral symmetry

The mesmerizing spirals of Aloe polyphylla have earned the rare plant a rabid following.