50 Houseplants Guide & Medical Diagnosis
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FoliageMonstera Deliciosa (Swiss Cheese Plant)
Monstera deliciosa
Place your Monstera Deliciosa in bright, indirect light for optimal foliage. Water moderately only when the top inch of soil is dry.
FoliageFicus Lyrata (Fiddle Leaf Fig)
Ficus lyrata
Provide your Fiddle Leaf Fig with plenty of light without direct sun. Avoid drafts and frequent moves, which it dislikes.
Flowering PlantMoth Orchid (Phalaenopsis)
Phalaenopsis
Opt for a weekly soaking in filtered or soft water for the Phalaenopsis Orchid. Use a well-aerated bark mix to prevent rot.
FoliagePothos (Devil's Ivy)
Epipremnum aureum
Pothos is an ultra-resilient houseplant that tolerates partial shade well. Always let the soil dry out between waterings.
FoliageCalathea Orbifolia
Goeppertia orbifolia
Maintain high ambient humidity for the well-being of your Calathea Orbifolia. Water with rain or filtered water, strictly free of hard minerals.
SucculentSansevieria (Snake Plant)
Dracaena trifasciata
Space out waterings for the Snake Plant to once a month in winter. This sturdy succulent easily tolerates all light levels.
FoliagePilea (Chinese Money Plant)
Pilea peperomioides
Expose the Pilea to bright light without direct sun for beautiful growth. Rotate the pot regularly so the plant keeps a balanced shape.
Flowering PlantSpathiphyllum (Peace Lily)
Spathiphyllum wallisii
The Peace Lily will warn you of its thirst by visibly drooping. Keep its soil always slightly moist without making it soggy.
SucculentZamioculcas (ZZ Plant)
Zamioculcas zamiifolia
The ZZ Plant is an almost indestructible houseplant. It only fears overwatering, so make sure to let the soil dry out completely.
FoliageAlocasia Polly (Elephant Ear)
Alocasia × amazonica
Alocasia Polly needs warmth and high ambient humidity. Don't worry, it naturally goes dormant if the temperature drops.
SucculentAloe Vera
Aloe vera
Place your Aloe Vera in full direct sun for ideal development. Use a well-draining potting mix specially designed for succulents.
SucculentCrassula Ovata (Jade Plant)
Crassula ovata
The Jade Plant is very demanding when it comes to natural light. Water the plant thoroughly and then let the soil dry completely.
FoliageChlorophytum (Spider Plant)
Chlorophytum comosum
The Spider Plant requires regular watering but without stagnant water at the bottom of the pot. This air-purifying plant easily produces pretty runners.
FoliageSyngonium (Arrowhead Plant)
Syngonium podophyllum
Plant the Syngonium in a light, consistently moist potting mix. It adapts very well to hanging baskets for a decorative cascading effect.
Flowering PlantAnthurium (Flamingo Lily)
Anthurium andraeanum
Provide the Anthurium with a warm and humid environment to encourage blooming. Remember to mist its foliage frequently with soft, filtered water.
PalmDracaena Marginata (Dragon Tree)
Dracaena reflexa var. angustifolia
Place the Dracaena Marginata under bright but always filtered light. Let the top inch of soil dry out before the next watering.
PalmIndoor Yucca
Yucca gigantea
The indoor Yucca needs plenty of direct sun to thrive. Practice very moderate watering as it is particularly sensitive to excess moisture.
FoliagePhilodendron Scandens (Heartleaf Philodendron)
Philodendron hederaceum
The Heartleaf Philodendron offers fast and vigorous indoor growth. It is easy to care for and tolerates low light very well.
FoliageTradescantia Zebrina (Inch Plant)
Tradescantia zebrina
Provide good light to your Tradescantia Zebrina to maintain its beautiful purple variegation. Water moderately without waterlogging.
FoliageSchefflera (Dwarf Umbrella Tree)
Schefflera arboricola
Replace the soil of your Schefflera in spring to boost its growth. Mist its foliage regularly during hot summer weather.
FoliageFicus Elastica (Rubber Plant)
Ficus elastica
Regularly clean the large leaves of the Rubber Plant with a damp cloth. This allows the plant to breathe better and capture light.
FoliageFicus Benjamina (Weeping Fig)
Ficus benjamina
Choose a fixed location because the Weeping Fig drops its leaves if moved. Absolutely avoid subjecting it to cold or drafts.
Flowering PlantBegonia Maculata (Polka Dot Begonia)
Begonia maculata
Maintain high ambient humidity for your Polka Dot Begonia. Be careful to water at the base without ever directly wetting the dotted leaves.
FoliageMaranta (Prayer Plant)
Maranta leuconeura
The Prayer Plant folds its leaves at night and appreciates soft light. Water with filtered water as it dislikes hard tap water.
SucculentPeperomia obtusifolia (Baby Rubber Plant)
Peperomia obtusifolia
Peperomia stores water in its fleshy semi-succulent leaves. Moderate and spaced-out watering is therefore more than sufficient.
FoliageAglaonema (Chinese Evergreen)
Aglaonema commutatum
The Chinese Evergreen is the ideal plant to decorate dark rooms in the house. Just avoid placing it in temperatures below 60°F.
FoliageDieffenbachia (Dumb Cane)
Dieffenbachia seguine
Admire the large variegated leaves of your Dieffenbachia under indirect light. Handle it with care as its sap is irritating to the skin.
FoliageCaladium (Heart of Jesus)
Caladium bicolor
Caladium is a beautiful summer bulbous plant with colorful foliage. Don't throw it away; it naturally loses its foliage and goes dormant in winter.
CactusAfrican Milk Tree (Euphorbia)
Euphorbia trigona
Although it looks like a cactus, the African Milk Tree needs plenty of light. Place it in full sun in a very well-draining soil.
FoliagePurple Shamrock (Oxalis)
Oxalis triangularis
The Purple Shamrock loves soft light and closes its leaves like a butterfly at night. Water as soon as the surface of the soil becomes dry.
SucculentString of Pearls (Senecio)
Curio rowleyanus
This magnificent trailing succulent primarily fears overwatering. Only water the String of Pearls when the beads start to shrivel slightly.
Flowering PlantHoya (Wax Plant)
Hoya carnosa
The Hoya produces highly fragrant, waxy, star-shaped flowers. Never cut the faded peduncles as the next flowers will grow on them.
FoliageCroton
Codiaeum variegatum
The vibrant colors of the Croton's foliage require direct and generous sunlight. Water regularly without ever letting water sit in the saucer.
FernAsparagus Fern
Asparagus setaceus
The Asparagus Fern unfurls very fine and elegant feathery fronds. Mist its foliage daily to maintain the humidity it loves.
FernBird's Nest Fern
Asplenium nidus
Always water the soil of the Bird's Nest Fern around the edges. Carefully avoid wetting the center of the nest to prevent rot.
FernBoston Fern
Nephrolepis exaltata
The Boston Fern is a classic for very bright bathrooms. Keep its soil consistently moist for full, cascading foliage.
Flowering PlantAfrican Violet
Streptocarpus sect. Saintpaulia
Water the African Violet exclusively from the bottom via its saucer. Avoid at all costs touching or wetting its very sensitive fuzzy foliage.
Flowering PlantIndoor Cyclamen
Cyclamen persicum
The indoor Cyclamen prefers cooler conditions with temperatures between 55 and 60°F. Keep it strictly away from the heat of radiators in winter.
Flowering PlantGuzmania (Bromeliad)
Guzmania lingulata
To properly water the Guzmania, fill the central rosette directly with water. Maintain this natural reservoir with soft, room-temperature water.
CactusChristmas Cactus
Schlumbergera truncata
This spineless epiphytic cactus blooms abundantly in mid-winter. Provide it with filtered light and let the soil dry out between waterings.
FoliageFicus microcarpa
Ficus microcarpa
FoliageFittonia (Nerve Plant)
Fittonia albivenis
The Fittonia faints dramatically as soon as it's thirsty but recovers quickly after watering. It is also the ideal plant for creating a humid terrarium.
FoliagePolka Dot Plant
Hypoestes phyllostachya
Regularly pinch the main stem of the Polka Dot Plant to encourage branching. You will thus get a much bushier and more compact plant.
FoliageIndoor English Ivy
Hedera helix
Indoor English Ivy loves cool conditions and good air circulation. Watch out for spider mite attacks if your indoor air is too dry.
FoliageAluminum Plant (Pilea)
Pilea cadierei
This Pilea stands out with its beautiful metallic silver variegation. Opt for bright light but without exposure to scorching sun.
FoliageZebra Plant (Aphelandra)
Aphelandra squarrosa
The Zebra Plant offers superb striped foliage and a spectacular yellow floral spike. High humidity is essential to keep it looking beautiful.
FoliagePlectranthus scutellarioides
Plectranthus scutellarioides
FoliageVenus Flytrap
Dionaea muscipula
This fascinating carnivorous plant catches its own prey. Exclusively use distilled or rain water for its watering.
FoliageBaby's Tears
Soleirolia soleirolii
Baby's Tears forms a lovely little mossy miniature carpet in a pot. Keep its root ball always fresh with gentle and regular watering.
FoliageStrawberry Begonia
Saxifraga stolonifera
The Strawberry Begonia produces pretty trailing runners perfect for hanging baskets. Opt for moderate watering, letting the surface of the soil dry out.
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