Lavender is used for so many things, beginning from decorations in gardens, homes, weddings, etc. to the world of cosmetics, medicine and cooking as well. Lavender is not grown only by growers who sell them in massive amounts, but nowadays is getting more popular in … How to Prune Lavender Plants? read more »
Judging by its name, the leaves of the Alocasia zebrina would be the ones featuring the zebra pattern, but the plant comes with a twist sporting zebra stripe-like patterns on its stalks. This adds an element of surprise to the plant, especially that the leaves … How to Care for Alocasia Zebrina? read more »
Originally from the Philippines, Alocasia Frydek is a velvety-leaved Alocasia with brightly colored veins that create an interesting contrast with the dark green color of the leaves. Like other Alocasia varieties, this too can be a bit of a challenge to grow indoors, especially for … How to Care for Alocasia Frydek? read more »
Whether it’s their texture, color, or size, all Alocasia plant leaves dazzle with their ornamental value. The Alocasia Lauterbachiana is impressive because of the shape of its leaves on top of the other elements that make Alocasias a perfect houseplant. The otherwise green leaves are … How to Care for Alocasia Lauterbachiana? read more »
A small-growing Alocasia that’s suitable even for growing in terrariums, the Black Velvet Alocasia features silvery white veins and velvety dark green leaves. Although tropical plants have special requirements, this Alocasia variety isn’t too difficult to manage once you’re familiar with its needs. To make … How to Care for Alocasia Black Velvet? read more »
If you look at other Alocasia varieties and compare them to the Alocasia Reversa, it’s easy to spot why this variety is called the “Reversa”. Unlike the color pattern on other Alocasias, where the veins on the leaves are lighter than the rest of the … How to Care for Alocasia Reversa? read more »
Native to eastern Australia, the Alocasia Brisbanensis is a tropical evergreen plant with spade-shaped leaves. The glossy green leaves grow fairly tall, so keep this plant indoors only if you have plenty of space for it. In its native land, the Cunjevoi Lily is grown … How to Care for Alocasia Brisbanensis (Cunjevoi Lily)? read more »
Lavender is a plant that is native to the western Mediterranean region, such as Italy, Spain and France. Therefore, lavender loves heat and hates water. Lavender needs full sun to ensure strong and healthy growth and to enhance the blooming. If you live in a … Does Lavender Prefer Full Sun or Shade? read more »
A thick-leafed Alocasia with prominent veins, the Alocasia Melo features greenish-blue or jade leaves that grow impressively large for a terrestrial plant. Because of the rugged texture of the leaves, the plant is also known as the Alocasia Rugosa. It’s an eye-catching Alocasia variety that … How to Care for Alocasia Melo? read more »
While the foliage of most Alocasia varieties is intriguing, there’s something special about the Alocasia Cuprea that makes it stand out as the ‘Jewel Alocasia’. The scale patterns typical of the Silver Dragon or Green Dragon Alocasia are less pronounced; the leaves of the Cuprea … How to Care for Alocasia Cuprea? read more »
