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Nerve Plants are prized for their colorfully-veined foliage. They are on the smaller end of the spectrum as far as houseplants go, so they might be a great option for those with limited space! Background Fittonia is a genus of plants native to tropical South America. They have dark green leaves with colored veins that […]

A popular houseplant with broad, glossy leaves. If properly cared for, this plant can grow into a nice sized indoor tree. Ficus elastica is a great houseplant if you are looking for something that is larger but also fairly tough and hardy. Background Ficus elastica, more commonly-known as the Rubber Fig or Rubber Plant, is

Dracaena is a large genus of plants, most of which are considered easy-care plants. They are easily recognizable by their long thin spiky leaves. Many varieties have colorful foliage. Background Dracaena is a genus of shrubs and trees known for their uniquely shaped long thin leaves, native to Africa, Asia, and Australia. There are several

One of the most boldly colorful foliage plants around, Crotons are a great splash of color for your houseplant collection (or outdoor garden during summer) and give off quite the tropical vibe. But read on before you purchase, there’s a few things you need to get right with Croton care to avoid plant death and

Definitely one of the most difficult widely-available houseplants to not only keep alive, but also keep thriving. If you have the right conditions to keep Calatheas happy, then there are several amazingly beautiful varieties you can select, which we will discuss below. Background Calatheas are a group of plants native to the tropical areas of

Ferns are notorious within the houseplant-community for being quite difficult to keep alive. However, there are a few ferns that aren’t nearly as difficult to care for, and Bird’s Nest Ferns would be near the top of that list! Background Asplenium nidus, the Bird’s Nest Fern, is a species of fern native to Asia, Australia,

A tough and reliable plant with some very interesting varieties. A great plant for an office-environment because it’s low maintenance and slow-growing. Background Aglaonema, most commonly referred to as Chinese Evergreen, is a genus of plants native to tropical and sub-tropical Asia. Chinese Evergreens have been part of the houseplant trade for quite a long

An ancient plant that is tough and reliable if given proper light. Like several other plants with “Palm” in their common name, Sago Palm isn’t a true palm, it’s actually a cycad. Background Cycas revoluta, most commonly known as the ‘Sago Palm’, is a plant in the Cycadaceae family. It is native to Japan but