Houseplants are ornamental plants that are grown indoors, typically in homes and offices. They are often used for decorative purposes, but they can also have practical benefits.
There are many different types of houseplants to choose from. The most common types are tropical or semi-tropical. Including flowering plants, succulents or cacti. Some common indoor plants include the snake plant, spider plant, aloe vera and pothos.
Houseplants can be grown in pots, containers, or hanging baskets and placed on windowsills, tables, or shelves. They typically require indirect sunlight, water, and appropriate temperatures to thrive. While regular care and maintenance is important for their health and longevity.
Find all of the most popular houseplants here. Tips and growing requirements to keep your indoor plants thriving.
Peperomia scandens is a perennial, vining plant in the pepper (Piperaceae) family. It is often referred to as Peperomia scandens green, radiator plant, hanging peperomia, and false philodendron. It comes in a variegated form, Peperomia scandens variegata, which is commonly called Cupid Peperomia. The origin of Peperomia scandens is the tropical rainforests of Central and …
Peperomia Rosso (Peperomia caperata ‘Rosso’) is a mound-forming perennial in the Piperaceae family. It is also known as Emerald Ripple and Radiator Plant. Peperomia Rosso reaches a mature size of about 8 inches tall and 8 inches wide. It has succulent leaves that are dark green on the surface with red to burgundy undersides. They …
Aglaonema Silver Bay (Aglaonema commutatum ‘Silver Bay’) is a hybrid cultivar in the aroid (Araceae) family. It is also referred to as Silver Bay Chinese evergreen and poison dart plant. It’s an evergreen perennial that can grow up to 4 feet tall and wide. Aglaonema species originated in the tropical and subtropical areas of Asia …
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Welcome to the world of growing Calathea Lutea, also known as cigar plant or pampano plant! This unique houseplant originates from the Tropical Americas. Additionally, it belongs to the Marantaceae plant family. With its lush green oval leaves, it is a great choice for adding an eye-catching feature to living spaces. Also, it stands at …
Philodendron erubescens ‘Dark Lord’ is a hybrid member of the aroid family (Araceae). It was developed by cross-breeding Philodendron erubescens and Philodendron hederaceum. The origin of Philodendron Dark Lord is the rainforests of Panama and Columbia. Common names for this plant are Dark Lord Philodendron, Dark Knight Philodendron, and Dark Lord Plant. If you’re searching …
Philodendron tortum is a rare, vining plant in the aroid family (Araceae). It has deeply lobed leaves which are often referred to as skeleton key leaves. They can grow up to 6 feet tall when grown indoors with something to climb up. There are two forms of Philodendron tortum, wide form and narrow form. As …
Philodendron rugosum is a stunning and rare houseplant revered by plant collectors around the world. The leaves have a distinctive look that resembles a pig’s ear. That’s why it is commonly referred to as philodendron pig ear, pig ear plant, and pigskin philodendron. The pig ear plant is endemic to the mountains of Ecuador and …
Aloe barbadensis miller is an easy-to-grow houseplant. Although you may recognize the green succulent by the name of aloe or Aloe vera plant. This plant has gorgeous and thick gray to green long succulent leaves that produce a gel that has many uses. Additionally, the succulent can flower and produce tubular yellow blooms. These flowers …
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If you want an easy-to-grow houseplant, areca palm (Dypsis lutescens) is perfect! Also known as golden cane, butterfly palm, yellow palm, and bamboo palm, the areca palm originates from Eastern Madagascar. Also, it is a part of the Arecaceae family, along with the broadleaf lady palm. Areca palms are soon reaching the vulnerability of becoming …
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Commonly known as Mother-in-Law’s Tongue or Snake Plant, Dracaena trifasciata is a popular plant. They’re most noted for their wavy leaves and their snake-like foliage pattern. Many also love their low watering needs. However, there are also snake plant disadvantages to take note of. Before inviting a snake plant into your home, consider the following …
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