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.
Philodendrons were first discovered in Brazilian rainforests centuries ago. However, the Philodendron Birkin is a newer araceae hybrid on the plant market. Some believe Birkins are a result of a rare gene mutation of the Philodendron Rojo Congo. Others theorize that the plant is a hybrid of Rojo Congo and Green Leaf Philodendron. Regardless of …
Native to South Africa, Strelitzia Reginae, commonly known as bird of paradise flowers, is a tropical houseplant with bright orange flowers, blue tongues, and vibrant purple and red bracts. The gorgeous flowering plant’s genus name comes from Queen Charlotte of the United Kingdom. She was once the princess of the house Mecklenburg-Strelitz. Bird of paradise …
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Spathiphyllum, commonly known as peace lily, is a flowering plant from the Araceae family. The plant has more than 40 species and is native to tropical regions of South and Central America. The popular houseplant often has gorgeous white flowers with broad glossy green foliage. It also goes by the names of white sails and …
The green leaves of the vining philodendron brasil are splashed with unique yellow patterns. The classic variant of this plant is the completely green philodendron hederaceum, also called a heartleaf philodendron. Philo means “to love” in Greek, while dendron means tree. Because of this and the plants’ appearance, it is often called the tree of …
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The Snake Plant (Dracaena trifasciata; previously known as Sansevieria trifasciata) is an incredibly hardy plant. Known for its long (up to 3-4 ft. or 1 m. tall), succulent, sword-like leaves with bright yellow edges. Snake plants belong to the Asparagus family (Asparagaceae). Which includes recognizable relatives such as the asparagus, agave, hyacinths, yucca, and spider …
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ZZ plant, scientifically known as Zamioculcas zamiifolia, is a popular houseplant. That originates from East Africa, South Africa, Tanzania, and Kenya. The plant has tall upright stems with glossy green foliage and is a part of the aroid/arum plant family. The plant’s rhizomatous roots allow it to withstand temporary drought-like conditions. Making it an extremely …
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Colocasia Pharaoh’s Mask is an unusual tropical hybrid and part of the Araceae family. Because its leaves look similar to elephant ears, it is commonly nicknamed Elephant Ear Colocasia. Its leaf pattern also closely resembles that of an Egyptian pharaoh’s mask. The perennial displays large, green leaves with protruding dark-purple veins. The strong contrasting colors …
Peperomia Raindrop (Peperomia Polyborya) is an evergreen houseplant native to the rainforests of South America. It gets its common name from the small, pointed leaves that look like droplets of dew. As the plant grows, these leaves become more extensive and more sessile. The adult Raindrop Peperomia has a compact, bushy shape. Peperomia Raindrop Plant …
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Have you ever seen roots growing out of pot on your Monstera? Don’t worry; the plant’s primary root system isn’t coming out of the soil. Those are Monstera aerial roots. Aerial roots are a normal and healthy component of a growing Monstera deliciosa. If you want to learn the purpose of aerial roots and how …
Hawaiian pothos, also known as giant Hawaiian pothos, and Epipremnum Aureum Hawaiian. Is a plant that originates from French Polynesia. It is from the Araceae family and the Epipremnum genus. Giant pothos plants have green and yellow variegated coloring. Heart-shaped leaves and vining stems. They can grow 4′ long or more when grown indoors. Hawaiian …
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