RARE & COLLECTOR
Jungle
Gems.
Explore the more unusual side of the Jungle, from collector varieties and harder to find houseplants to distinctive cultivars and plants you will not see everywhere.
EXPLORE JUNGLE GEMS ↓
SOMETHING A LITTLE DIFFERENT
For collectors, curious plant people and anyone bored of the obvious.
Availability changes constantly, and some plants may only appear occasionally or in very small numbers.
ASK THE PLANT GENIE →THE UNUSUAL SIDE OF THE JUNGLE
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Browse rare, unusual and collector houseplants and narrow the Jungle by plant size, pot size, price or pet suitability.
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Find Your Kind of Unusual
Rare does not always mean the same thing. Some plants are difficult to source, some are unusual cultivars and some are simply not seen very often.
Pick the part of the Rare Jungle that sounds most like what you are hunting for.
WHAT DOES RARE ACTUALLY MEAN?
Rare Is Not One Simple Label
A plant can be unusual for several different reasons.
It might be produced in smaller numbers, slower to propagate, available only occasionally or simply less commonly stocked by mainstream retailers.
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LIMITED
Some varieties only appear in small quantities.
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UNUSUAL
Some are distinctive cultivars you simply do not see everywhere.
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CHANGING
A plant that is hard to find today may become easier to source later.
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PERSONAL
Sometimes the appeal is simply finding something different.
HUNTING FOR SOMETHING REALLY SPECIAL?
Put the Plant Genie to Work
If the plant on your wishlist is not currently growing in Jungle Gems, tell us exactly what you are looking for. We will see whether we can source it, watch for future arrivals or suggest something similar.
RARE & COLLECTOR HOUSEPLANTS
A Few Things You Might Want to Know
What Makes a Houseplant Rare? +
Rare can mean different things in the houseplant world. A plant may be harder to find because it is produced in smaller numbers, has limited availability, is slow to propagate or is simply less commonly stocked.
Availability also changes over time, so a plant considered difficult to find today may become much more widely available in the future.
Are All Jungle Gems Extremely Rare? +
Not necessarily. Jungle Gems brings together plants we consider more unusual, collectible or harder to find than standard everyday houseplants.
Some may be genuinely difficult to source, while others may simply be distinctive varieties that appeal to collectors or anyone looking for something a little different.
How Often Do You Get New Rare Houseplants? +
It depends on what becomes available from growers and suppliers.
Rare and unusual plants can arrive throughout the year, but some varieties may only appear occasionally or in small numbers.
Keep an eye on Fresh From The Jungle for the newest arrivals.
Can I Order Rare Houseplants for UK Delivery? +
Yes. Many of the plants in Jungle Gems can be ordered online for delivery across the UK, subject to the delivery options shown on each individual product.
We carefully prepare plants for their journey and provide straightforward care information to help your new addition settle into its new home.
Are Rare Houseplants Harder to Care For? +
Not always. A plant being rare or unusual does not automatically mean it is difficult to grow.
Care requirements depend on the individual species or variety, so check its light, watering, humidity and temperature needs before choosing.
If you are unsure, ask us or visit our Plant Clinic for practical care advice.
Can You Source a Rare Plant I’m Looking For? +
We can certainly try.
If there is a particular houseplant, cultivar or collector plant you have been hunting for, tell us what you are looking for and we will see whether we can help.
Head to The Plant Genie and send us your plant wishlist so we can keep an eye out for it.
STILL SEARCHING?
Tell Us What’s on Your Wishlist
Sometimes the best plant is the one you cannot seem to find anywhere.
Tell us what you are hunting for and we will see whether we can source it, watch for it returning or point you towards something similar.
WANT TO SEE THE GEMS IN PERSON?
Come Explore the Rare Side of the Jungle
Browse unusual plants in person, get practical care advice and grab a locally roasted Beartown Coffee while you explore.