Africa’s diverse habitats are home to some of the world’s most prized species. Yet their seeds are often purchased without serious consideration of the ecological consequences for their wild origin, or the potential economic cost for the people who share the land. The Seedy Business does things differently.

We safeguard biodiversity locally as we share it internationally. Local communities are crucial in all aspects of the process and your purchase will directly support grassroots conservation efforts.

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Endemic to the volcanic mountains of Costa Rica, the tree Parmentiera valerii is known for its abundance of large, elongated fruits that grow directly out of its trunk. The fruit is also a favorite meal for tapirs in the region. Seeds now available! theseedybusiness.com/seeds/parmentiera-valerii #raretrees #parmentiera #tapir

The abundant red flowers of Delonix regia are a familiar sight in tropical gardens throughout the world, as it's one of the most popular ornamental tree species. But it's endangered in its wild habitat, the forests of Madagascar, as deforestation increases. This blooming specimen is growing on the banks of the Nile in Egypt. Seeds available at theseedybusiness.com/seeds/delonix-regia

The crepe ginger (Cheilocostus speciosus), named for the crinkled texture of its flowers resembling crepe paper, grows spirals of leaves on corkscrew-shaped stems. Translucent white flowers emerge from maroon cone-shaped bracts. Seeds now available at theseedybusiness.com/seeds/cheilocostus-speciosus #crepeginger #wildginger #gingerflower #cheilocostus

A beautiful specimen of the wild canna lily (Canna indica) growing in Luxor, Egypt. The rhizomes of this flowering perennial can be baked and eaten, tasting sweet. Seeds available at theseedybusiness.com/seeds/canna-indica

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