If you are really into tropical plants that can immediately give you some jungle vibes, look no further. The Caladium Lindenii is the one plant you’ve been looking for! It has big arrow-shaped leaves that catch the eye, is relatively easy to care for, and is highly unique. Scientific Name Caladium lindenii (André) Madison Synonym…
As we’ve grown more enthusiastic about caring for our tropical houseplants, many of us have looked for ways to increase humidity indoors. While the average household humidity is 30-40%, most of our houseplants are native to tropical regions where the humidity is 77-88%. Fortunately, these tropical houseplants don’t require levels this high to thrive in our…
This beautiful plant is scientifically named Zamioculas zamiifolia, understandably called “ZZ” for short. It is simple to master ZZ plant care since this aroid is exceptionally hardy, low-maintenance, and doesn’t demand tons of light. Therefore, it makes an excellent indoor plant. ZZ Plant Origins Unlike many other common tropical plants we keep indoors, the ZZ…
Syngonium Wendlandii care is relatively simple once you get to know this stunning plant. The Syngonium Wendlandii is a highly coveted houseplant for many collectors. This rare Syngonium is native to tropical South and Central America, most prominently found in Costa Rica. The Wendlandii is named after the German botanist who studied Central American botany,…
Experienced houseplant enthusiasts often agree that neem oil is their first choice for indoor pest management. This isn’t surprising since consumers everywhere have been moving toward natural products. However, what exactly is neem oil, and how does it eliminate pests? How long should you leave neem oil on your plants, and which pests does neem…
When I first became interested in house plants, I did not like Syngoniums very much. Until I was gifted my first Syngonium (Mojito), I really started to understand why collectors love this indoor plant. Syngoniums are such fast growers and come in a massive array of sizes, shapes, and colors. They can either climb or…
A friend of mine was emigrating to Germany and unfortunately had to part with her collection of indoor plants. In the mix, there was a beautiful Syngonium Albo, which had put out a few full moon leaves and had strong variegation along the stem. I knew I had to adopt the plant! It has had…
In our indoor plant community, the plant my husband has become the most famous for is his extremely impressive Philodendron Gloriosum. It is so big and luscious, and he grows it in a long pot suspended from the roof. It has been such a rewarding plant to grow, putting out massive leaves every few weeks….
Most plant parents choose a type of Philodendron as their first houseplant. They’re resilient & beautiful, making them great for beginners. Although, few plant parents have heard of the Philodendron ilsmanii (scientific name) “Jose Buono”. This cultivar can be hard to seek out and a bit more expensive than your typical houseplant. With that in mind, you’ll want to make…
We were at our local plant market one Sunday afternoon, and I stumbled across one of our local sellers with an excellent price for a huge Anthurium Veitchii. I couldn’t resist buying it! It has since become my favorite plant in my collection because each leaf has come out bigger than the last. I was…