The Syngonium White Butterfly is best known by the common name of arrowhead vine. Syngonium podophyllum (sin-GO-nee-um po-do-FIL-um) is an attractive houseplant on its own. The white butterfly cultivar adds
New Philodendron (fil-oh-DEN-dron) hybrids come out every year. But with Philodendron ‘Moonlight’ there is something special. This evergreen, clumping cultivar goes by the common name lime Philodendron. Why? Its leaves,
Does your peace lily have brown tips? That question is a popular one we receive daily. It usually goes something like the one below from Sandra. Question: I have brown
Most of us know Chlorophytum comosum (kloh-roh-FY-tum kom-OH-sum) as the spider plant. The Curly Spider plant or Bonnie is a compact variety with curly, swirly leaves. The Curly Spider plant
When you think of the Asparagaceae family, you likely picture asparagus immediately. But did you know about its relative Sansevieria ehrenbergii (san-se-VEER-ee-uh er-en-BERG-ee-eye) from Africa? Ehrenbergii is known as samurai
One word describes Hoya Plant Care – EASY! The popularity and interest in the Hoya wax flower is growing. These vining plants have been grown by indoor gardeners for generations.
Peperomia caperata is also known as Emerald Ripple peperomia. Heart-shaped richly veined ruffled dark green leaves. Red Peperomia caperata pronounced [pep-er-OH-mee-uh kap-er-AY-tuh]. The name of the genus ‘Peperomia” combines two
The Rattlesnake Plant Calathea Lancifolia [ka-LAY-thee-uh] [lan-sih-FOH-lee-uh] has a striking appearance that stands out when placed among a variety of other plants. The lance-shaped leaves with dark alternating dark green
The Swedish Ivy plant – Plectranthus australis (plek-TRAN-thus aw-STRAL-iss) is one of our most common house plants and popular hanging basket plants. It is one of the easiest to grow
Sansevieria moonshine [san-se-VEER-ee-uh, moon-shine] is a cultivar of the Sansevieria trifasciata, which is a succulent from the Asparagaceae family. Also known as Sansevieria craigii, Sansevieria jacquinii, and Sansevieria laurentii superba, this beautiful plant is very popular as a houseplant. Native to
How Do You Care For Snake Plants? Sansevieria grows best in bright indirect light. Snake plants will grow outdoors in full sun or indoors in low light areas. Sansevierias do
Ficus elastica – the rubber plant, a member of genus ficus, under the fig family Moraceae. Care for this rugged plant with shiny leaves is easy to learn. Many types
Peperomia San Marino is a hybrid along with 1000+ different types of Peperomia, species, cultivars and hybrids all hailing from Central and South America, tropical Asia and Africa. The plants’
Best known by the common name Bolivian Wandering Jew, Callisia repens (kal-LIZ-ee-uh REE-penz) is a member of the spiderwort (Commelinaceae) family. Native throughout South America, the Caribbean, and Central America.
Philodendron scandens (fil-o-DEN-dron SCAN-dens) is the old scientific name for Philodendron hederaceum (fil-oh-DEN-dron hed-er-ah-SEE-um). It is known by the common name of Heartleaf Philodendron because it has lovely, heart-shaped leaves. Other
The Philodendron Pink Princess has a unique look. Over the last few years it has become one of the most sought after tropical plants on the market. The pink leaves
Philodendron Pink Princess a hybrid with Philodendron erubescens (fil-oh-DEN-dron er-yoo-BESS-kens) in the bloodline. It is a climbing, trailing member of the plant family Araceae. Erubescens hails from South and Central
Peperomia dolabriformis [pep-er-ROH-mee-uh, doh-la-brih-FOR-miss], is a shrubby succulent Peperomia plant with purse-shaped foliage and woody stems. Common names include Prayer Pepper and Prayer Peperomia. The prayer peperomia plant is part
Peperomia albovittata (pep-er-ROH-mee-uh al-boh-vy-TAY-tuh) is a cultivar developed in the Netherlands. Like its many cousins, this tropical perennial is an attractive and popular houseplant. Peperomia plants like the watermelon peperomia
The polka dot plant, Hypoestes phyllostachya [hy-poh-ES-teez, fy-lo-STAY-kee-uh] is a flowering plant species native to Madagascar. Other species in the genus come from South Africa and Southeast Asia. Naturalized in
Scindapsus Pictus (skin-DAP-sus, PIK-tus), also called Scindapsus Pictus, or Epipremnum Pictum is a flowering species in the plant family Araceae. This evergreen plant is indigenous to South East Asia including
The Aluminum Plant – Pilea cadierei [py-LEE-uh kad-ee-AIR-eye] is a bushy little plant with distinct markings on the leaves. Due to its compact size, it fits perfectly in almost any
Dieffenbachia plant pronounced (deef-en-BOK-ee-uh) known also as the “Dumb Cane” makes an excellent tropical houseplant. “Dieffs” tolerance of shade makes them a good plant to begin learning the basics of
Peperomia quadrangularis (pep-er-ROH-mee-uh, kwad-ran-gew-LAIR-iss) is a member of the Piperaceae family originally hailing from northern South America. This tiny houseplant is very easy to manage and is often used for
Hoya curtisii [HOY-a, kurt-IS-ee-eye], commonly known as Porcelain Flower, Hoya Aloha, or Fung Wax Flower, is a slow-growing perennial vine hailing from Malaysia, Thailand and the Philippines. It is a
Here’s the best part of Bromeliad care… its NOT that difficult. Which is great to know… because there are more than 3000 different bromeliad plant types, hailing from the tropical
With over 200 varieties to choose from, Philodendrons are a popular choice among plant enthusiasts. Philodendron cordatum (fil-oh-DEN-dron kor-DAY-tum) is a popular species for indoor use, its heart-shaped, dark green
Tillandsia Cyanea [til-LAND-see-uh, sy-AN-ee-uh] the pink quill plant is a low-maintenance, easy to cultivate house plant native to the rainforests of Ecuador, commonly called the fan flower or pink quill.
Peperomia Frost is a cultivar of the Peperomia (pep-er-ROH-mee-uh) branch of the Piperaceae plant family. These perennial plants originally hail from the West Indies, South America and Mexico. There are
It’s always nice to have plants in the house. The greenery adds color and comfort to any setting, but did you know that keeping bedroom plants is especially desirable? The