As a medium-sized plant, the Dracaena lemon lime has striking broad leaves striped with white and lime green on the edges and a darker shade of green in the middle of the leaves. The striped look this crates on the leaves is easy on the … Dracaena Lemon Lime – Care, Growing, Watering, Propagation read more »
You might wonder where the name of Moses in the Cradle comes from. The unusual name derives from the stunning boat-shaped bracts that hold gently the beautiful white flowers growing in the middle. Other names such as Boat Lily, Moses-in-a-Boat, Moses-in-a-Basket, Cradle Lily, Moses-in-the-Bulrushes or … Moses in the Cradle Plant – Care, Growing, Watering, Flowering, Propagation read more »
The emerald gem plant or Homalomena is a green foliage plant that’s low maintenance and features thick spade-shaped leaves. Because the plant is relatively compact and does not grow tall, you can easily find a good spot for it even in homes with space constraints. … Emerald Gem Plant – Care, Growing, Watering, Propagation, Diseases read more »
Clivia lily, also known as bush lily, is bative to the low-altitude woodlands in South Africa. These evergreen perennials with strap-shaped, dark green leaves earned their reputation as well-performing house and conservatory plants. Their name is derived from the Lady Florentina Clive, and since they … Clivia Plant – Care, Growing, Watering, Flowering, Propagation read more »
Showing a striking resemblance to bamboo, the Areca palm is a tall and clumping palm that’s native to Madagascar and South India. While the Areca palm is a sun-loving plant that won’t adapt to low light conditions, making it a debatable choice for an indoor … Areca Palm – Care, Growing, Watering, Propagation, Diseases read more »
Despite its saddening name, baby tears plant or Soleirolia soleirolii is a beautiful and vibrant green plant with tiny leaves and a vigorous growth that’s hard to reconcile with its delicate and docile features. The plant is well-suited for outdoor cultivation as ground cover, but … Baby Tears Plant – Care, Growing, Watering, Propagation read more »
The money tree plant, otherwise known as Guiana Chestnut or Pachira Aquatica, is believed to bring luck and prosperity to its owners. Whether you want a money tree plant for these reasons or simply because you want a tree-like plant for your indoors, there are … Money Tree Plant – Care, Growing, Watering, Flowering, Propagation read more »
The Crown of Thorns plant, Euphorbia milii, is a blooming succulent that grows into a woody shrub that features sharp thorns on its stems. The plant’s name has biblical connotations — it’s believed that the crown of thorns worn by Jesus Christ as his crucifixion … Crown of Thorns Plant – Care, Growing, Watering, Flowering, Propagation read more »
The amaryllis plant can be a wonderful outdoor plant in warmer climates, but it’s also an excellent houseplant that can be grown indoors during the winter and moved outside during summer. Its blooms are available in an exuberance of colors and make splendid holiday centerpieces, … Amaryllis Plant – Care, Growing, Watering, Flowering, Propagation read more »
With leaves that are shaped like angel wings and pendant-like drooping flowers that are available in a range of colors, angel wing begonias are native to tropical and subtropical regions. Despite their exotic heritage, they have adapted well to temperate regions as well, and make … Angel Wing Begonia – Care, Growing, Watering, Flowering, Propagation read more »
