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50 Houseplants Guide & Medical Diagnosis

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Monstera Deliciosa (Swiss Cheese Plant)Foliage

Monstera 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.

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Ficus Lyrata (Fiddle Leaf Fig)Foliage

Ficus 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.

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Moth Orchid (Phalaenopsis)Flowering Plant

Moth 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.

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Pothos (Devil's Ivy)Foliage

Pothos (Devil's Ivy)

Epipremnum aureum

Pothos is an ultra-resilient houseplant that tolerates partial shade well. Always let the soil dry out between waterings.

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Calathea OrbifoliaFoliage

Calathea 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.

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Sansevieria (Snake Plant)Succulent

Sansevieria (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.

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Pilea (Chinese Money Plant)Foliage

Pilea (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.

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Spathiphyllum (Peace Lily)Flowering Plant

Spathiphyllum (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.

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Zamioculcas (ZZ Plant)Succulent

Zamioculcas (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.

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Alocasia Polly (Elephant Ear)Foliage

Alocasia Polly (Elephant Ear)

Alocasia × amazonica

Alocasia Polly needs warmth and high ambient humidity. Don't worry, it naturally goes dormant if the temperature drops.

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Aloe VeraSucculent

Aloe Vera

Aloe vera

Place your Aloe Vera in full direct sun for ideal development. Use a well-draining potting mix specially designed for succulents.

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Crassula Ovata (Jade Plant)Succulent

Crassula 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.

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Chlorophytum (Spider Plant)Foliage

Chlorophytum (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.

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Syngonium (Arrowhead Plant)Foliage

Syngonium (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.

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Anthurium (Flamingo Lily)Flowering Plant

Anthurium (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.

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Dracaena Marginata (Dragon Tree)Palm

Dracaena 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.

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Indoor YuccaPalm

Indoor 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.

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Philodendron Scandens (Heartleaf Philodendron)Foliage

Philodendron 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.

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Tradescantia Zebrina (Inch Plant)Foliage

Tradescantia Zebrina (Inch Plant)

Tradescantia zebrina

Provide good light to your Tradescantia Zebrina to maintain its beautiful purple variegation. Water moderately without waterlogging.

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Schefflera (Dwarf Umbrella Tree)Foliage

Schefflera (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.

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Ficus Elastica (Rubber Plant)Foliage

Ficus 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.

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Ficus Benjamina (Weeping Fig)Foliage

Ficus 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.

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Begonia Maculata (Polka Dot Begonia)Flowering Plant

Begonia 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.

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Maranta (Prayer Plant)Foliage

Maranta (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.

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Peperomia obtusifolia (Baby Rubber Plant)Succulent

Peperomia 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.

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Aglaonema (Chinese Evergreen)Foliage

Aglaonema (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.

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Dieffenbachia (Dumb Cane)Foliage

Dieffenbachia (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.

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Caladium (Heart of Jesus)Foliage

Caladium (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.

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African Milk Tree (Euphorbia)Cactus

African 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.

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Purple Shamrock (Oxalis)Foliage

Purple 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.

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String of Pearls (Senecio)Succulent

String 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.

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Hoya (Wax Plant)Flowering Plant

Hoya (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.

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CrotonFoliage

Croton

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.

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Asparagus FernFern

Asparagus Fern

Asparagus setaceus

The Asparagus Fern unfurls very fine and elegant feathery fronds. Mist its foliage daily to maintain the humidity it loves.

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Bird's Nest FernFern

Bird'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.

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Boston FernFern

Boston Fern

Nephrolepis exaltata

The Boston Fern is a classic for very bright bathrooms. Keep its soil consistently moist for full, cascading foliage.

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African VioletFlowering Plant

African 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.

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Indoor CyclamenFlowering Plant

Indoor 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.

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Guzmania (Bromeliad)Flowering Plant

Guzmania (Bromeliad)

Guzmania lingulata

To properly water the Guzmania, fill the central rosette directly with water. Maintain this natural reservoir with soft, room-temperature water.

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Christmas CactusCactus

Christmas 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.

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Ficus microcarpaFoliage

Ficus microcarpa

Ficus microcarpa

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Fittonia (Nerve Plant)Foliage

Fittonia (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.

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Polka Dot PlantFoliage

Polka 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.

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Indoor English IvyFoliage

Indoor 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.

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Aluminum Plant (Pilea)Foliage

Aluminum Plant (Pilea)

Pilea cadierei

This Pilea stands out with its beautiful metallic silver variegation. Opt for bright light but without exposure to scorching sun.

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Zebra Plant (Aphelandra)Foliage

Zebra 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.

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Plectranthus scutellarioidesFoliage

Plectranthus scutellarioides

Plectranthus scutellarioides

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Venus FlytrapFoliage

Venus Flytrap

Dionaea muscipula

This fascinating carnivorous plant catches its own prey. Exclusively use distilled or rain water for its watering.

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Baby's TearsFoliage

Baby'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.

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Strawberry BegoniaFoliage

Strawberry 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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