Houseplants

The ZZ Plant is a very hardy, adaptable houseplant that can tolerate basically any lighting situation from low light to bright, indirect light. Its upright, glossy leaves give it a unique and tropical look. Background Zamioculcas zamiifolia, better known as the ‘ZZ Plant’, is the sole member of the Zamioculcas genus of plants. It is […]

A unique and fast-growing multi-colored houseplant that can tolerate a wide range of temperatures, the Waffle Plant is becoming increasingly popular for good reason! It is fairly easy to care for and adds interesting color and texture to your houseplant collection. Background Strobilanthes alternata (formerly Hemigraphis alternata), also known as Purple Waffle Plant or simply

Background Syngonium podophyllum is the most commonly cultivated member of the Syngonium genus, and is commonly referred to as ‘Arrowhead Plant’ or ‘Arrowhead Vine’. It is native to Mexico, Central America, and South America and has been naturalized in other areas of the world, including the United States. It is part of the Aroid family

The Snake Plant is easily one of the most popular houseplants, most likely due to the easy care requirements. Sansevierias were actually re-classified recently and are now considered part of the genus Dracaena. Background Dracaena trifasciata (formerly Sansevieria trifasciata) is a species of plant most commonly known as the ‘Snake Plant’ or ‘Mother-in-Law’s Tongue’. Even

Often seen as a high-maintenance and fussy plant, Rex Begonias are grown for their amazingly bright and colorful foliage as well as their often interesting leaf shapes. Even though they are on the high-maintenance side, they are well worth the effort. Background Rex Begonia is a species of plant native to Asia and is popularly

About Epipremnum aureum ‘Global Green’ is a relatively new type of Pothos that has recently become available in the United States via Costa Farms. As of June 2021, their official website states that they have the exclusive rights to Global Green Pothos in North America. Identification Global Green Pothos has an interesting variegation pattern, with

Is there a more iconic and widely available houseplant than Golden Pothos? Probably not, however there is much more to Pothos (Epipremnum aureum) than just the standard Golden Pothos. Read on below to learn about and see all the different beautiful varieties Pothos has to offer! Background Epipremnum aureum, better known as ‘Pothos’, is native

A relatively easy to care for plant with glossy rubbery succulent-like leaves. Has a normal dark green variety as well as a few variegated varieties with yellowish tones. Background Peperomia obtusifola is a species of Peperomia that is native to Mexico, the Caribbean, and Florida. It is most commonly seen in its normal dark-green leaved

Marantas are some of the most strikingly beautiful indoor plants around. They definitely require some extra care compared to other common houseplants, but it is worth the effort! Background Maranta is a genus of plants native to Central and South America. They, along with Calatheas, are also commonly known as “Prayer Plants”. This is because

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