How To Care For Homalomena Selby & Keep The Leaves Healthy

How To Care For Homalomena Selby & Keep The Leaves Healthy

The Homalomena Selby recently became available at big box stores and plant nurseries, catching the attention of houseplant enthusiasts. This plant is hard to pass up with its large, velvety leaves that display light and dark green patterns.  As a cultivar of Homalomena, the Selby is a tropical houseplant that will light up your space. It…

Homalomena: Basic Care & Varieties
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Homalomena: Basic Care & Varieties

Homalomena is a genus of the family Araceae. Homalomenas are native to the humid tropics and sub-tropics of southern Asia, Latin America, and the southwestern Pacific. There are at least 135 known species of Homalomena. These herbaceous plants are grown as houseplants for their assortment of stunning foliage.  While Homalomena is not a new houseplant…

How To Care For Calathea Freddie
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How To Care For Calathea Freddie

Calathea Freddie (also known as Calathea Mirabilis, Goeppertia Mirabilis, or Calathea Concinna) is unique among other Calatheas in appearance and care needs. While Calatheas are not typically beginner-friendly plants, the Calathea Freddie is a great choice for people looking to try caring for Calatheas as it tends to be hardier than other Calathea varieties. All About Calathea Freddie…

Top 16 Black Houseplants For Your Goth Indoor Garden

Top 16 Black Houseplants For Your Goth Indoor Garden

Goths are members of a subculture that prides itself on seeing beauty in the dark side of life. And what’s more beautiful than black houseplants? That’s right. You can apply the goth, emo, or dark chic aesthetic to your favorite indoor (and outdoor) plants.  Many succulents and other houseplants naturally come in shades so dark they…

Choosing Best Pots For Calathea & What You Should Avoid

Choosing Best Pots For Calathea & What You Should Avoid

If you have been wondering which pot is best for Calatheas, you’ve come to the right place. We’ll go through common types of houseplant pots and whether or not they are suitable for Calatheas. We’ll also highlight what you should look for when choosing a pot for your Calathea from sizing to depth.  Calatheas are…

Philodendrons Mcdowell Vs Pastazanum: What Are The Differences? 

Philodendrons Mcdowell Vs Pastazanum: What Are The Differences? 

If you want to discover the differences between a Mcdowell and Pastazanum, then you’re in the right place. We’ll explore everything you need to know to spot the distinctions between these two similar Philodendrons. Save yourself time and money, and make sure you’ve got the plant you want.  Mcdowell vs Pastazanum – Spotting The Difference…

How To Care For Philodendron Hastatum Silver Sword
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How To Care For Philodendron Hastatum Silver Sword

The Philodendron Hastatum, known as the Silver Sword, is a striking plant in any collection. This is a truly unique Philodendron with silvery gray leaves that undergo an impressive transformation as it matures. The color of this plant, combined with its growth patterns, makes it a common wishlist plant among plant enthusiasts. There are also…

18 Pink Syngonium Varieties: From Milky to Neon to Plum

18 Pink Syngonium Varieties: From Milky to Neon to Plum

Syngonium podophyllum has dozens of varieties across the color spectrum. But the pink ones are enough in number and visually distinguishing traits to have a list all to themselves.  Pink Syngonium has more than twenty varieties with glorious and different shades of pink and green. You can see the color in venation, patches, or mottling. The…