Plants in family araceae
Philodendron burle-marxii
Philodendron burle-marxii is a climbing plant native to South America, named after the landscape architect Roberto Burle Marx. It features green, heart-shaped leaves, with a variegated variety displaying yellow and white patterns. This plant is known for its ability to climb and its adaptability to indoor environments.
Philodendron 'Black Cardinal'
Philodendron 'Black Cardinal' is a tropical plant native to South America, known for its rich, dark green and reddish leaves with a smooth, matte finish. The foliage is thick yet flexible, making it a popular choice for indoor plant enthusiasts. It requires watering only when the topsoil is dry, making it relatively low-maintenance.
Dieffenbachia 'Cool Beauty'
Dieffenbachia 'Cool Beauty' is a popular houseplant known for its shade tolerance and striking leaves with white spots and flecks. This perennial herbaceous plant has a straight stem and is easy to care for, making it a favorite for indoor environments.
Monstera deliciosa
Monstera deliciosa, commonly known as the Swiss cheese plant, is a popular houseplant native to the tropical forests of Central and South America. It is known for its large, glossy leaves with natural holes and splits, which develop as the plant matures. This climbing vine thrives in bright, indirect light and moderate humidity, making it suitable for indoor environments. It is also recognized for its air-purifying qualities and can produce edible fruit in its natural habitat.
Philodendron melanochrysum
Philodendron melanochrysum, known as the black gold Philodendron, is a tropical plant native to the Andean foothills of Colombia. It features dark, iridescent leaves with bright yellow veins and tiny golden sparkles in sunlight. This climbing vine thrives in bright, indirect light and requires high humidity and well-draining soil.
Apoballis acuminatissima 'Lavallaei'
Apoballis acuminatissima 'Lavallaei' is a plant with silvery green leaves and purple undersides. It prefers bright, indirect light and medium humidity, making it suitable for indoor environments. This plant is known for its striking foliage and adaptability.
Monstera adansonii 'Wide Form'
Monstera adansonii 'Wide Form' is a popular houseplant known for its fenestrated leaves and fast-growing, climbing nature. This plant is a favorite among indoor gardeners, offering a unique and attractive foliage display.
Alocasia odora
Alocasia odora, known for its large, arrowhead-shaped leaves with white or cream-colored variegation, prefers bright, indirect light and well-drained soil. Native to East and Southeast Asia, it is used traditionally as medicine and as a vegetable, though it should not be consumed raw. This plant thrives in warm, humid conditions and can survive short periods of cold.
Anthurium 'Fingers'
Anthurium 'Fingers' is a unique plant with finger-like green leaves that prefers bright, indirect light. It requires watering when the top half of the soil is dry, making it a low-maintenance choice for indoor environments.
Anthurium regale
Anthurium regale is a striking tropical plant known for its large, velvety heart-shaped leaves with prominent white veins. Native to Peru, it thrives in moderate, indirect light and high humidity, making it a popular choice for indoor plant enthusiasts. The leaves can grow impressively large, and their coloration may vary based on environmental factors. This plant appreciates good airflow and can adapt to both cooler and warmer conditions. It is a cross between two large parent regale plants, contributing to its robust size and unique appearance.
Anubias barteri
Anubias barteri is a hardy aquatic plant native to West Africa, known for its leathery, dark green leaves and adaptability to various lighting conditions. It can grow both submerged and emersed, making it suitable for aquariums and terrariums. The plant thrives in temperatures between 72-82°F and does not require CO2, although it can enhance growth. Anubias barteri is a slow grower, often used as a midground or background plant, and is easy to care for, making it ideal for beginners. Its rhizome should be attached to a hard surface and kept above the substrate to prevent rot. The plant can reach heights of 6-10 inches and is tolerant of a pH range from 6 to 7.5. It is propagated by dividing the rhizome and can benefit from regular fertilization. Despite its slow growth, it is resilient and can coexist with fish that typically damage plants.
Pothos 'Neon'
Pothos 'Neon' is a tropical indoor plant known for its vibrant neon-green foliage. It can be grown as a trailing vine or allowed to fall freely, making it a popular choice for brightening up indoor spaces.
Lysichiton americanus
Lysichiton americanus, commonly known as the skunk cabbage, is a native plant of the Pacific Northwest that thrives in bogs and swamps. It is recognized for its glossy green foliage and giant yellow blooms that emit a distinctive skunk-like odor, attracting pollinators like flies and beetles. This plant has the largest leaves of any native species in its region and has been used traditionally by indigenous peoples for medicinal and culinary purposes.
Syngonium 'Merry'
Syngonium 'Merry', also known as the Goosefoot Plant, is an evergreen perennial native to Central and South America. It features large, thin, heart-shaped leaves with a dark green-red color, adding a tropical touch to indoor spaces. This plant is versatile and can thrive in low light conditions, making it a popular choice for indoor gardening.
Apoballis 'Purple Sword'
Apoballis 'Purple Sword' is a tropical plant known for its dark green foliage with silver-grey markings and purple-tinged undersides, ribs, and stems. This striking plant is suitable for indoor environments, adding a touch of exotic beauty to any space.
Anthurium 'Blue Velvet' X 'zara'
Anthurium 'Blue Velvet' X 'zara' is a hybridized plant requiring bright, indirect light and high humidity. It thrives in well-draining soil and temperatures between 65-75 degrees, making it a striking addition to indoor plant collections.
Alocasia macrorrhizos
Alocasia macrorrhizos, also known as giant taro, is a tropical plant with thick, glossy green leaves that are held upright on rigid stems. Native to Southeast Asia and the Pacific, it is cultivated for its ornamental and edible qualities. The plant is frost-tender and prefers warmer temperatures, thriving in well-drained soils.
Philodendron squamiferum
Philodendron squamiferum is a climbing plant native to South America, known for its distinctive five-lobed leaves and reddish stalks covered in small bristles. This ornamental foliage plant thrives in bright, indirect light and moderate to high humidity, making it a popular choice for indoor cultivation. Its unique appearance and easy care requirements make it a favorite among plant enthusiasts. The plant's ability to climb and its need for support add to its appeal, making it a versatile addition to any plant collection.
Philodendron spiritus-sancti
Philodendron spiritus-sancti is an extremely endangered plant with elongated petioles and strap-shaped leaves. It requires moist, well-draining soil and high humidity, making it one of the rarest philodendrons and a prized collector's item.
Philodendron 'White Knight'
Philodendron 'White Knight' is a rare tropical houseplant prized for its red stems and striking white variegation. It thrives in warm, humid environments with bright, indirect light and requires well-draining soil and consistent watering.
Cryptocoryne affinis
Cryptocoryne affinis is an aquarium plant with deep red leaves and a moderate growth rate. It is sensitive to environmental changes and prefers low to moderate light. This plant thrives in nutrient-rich substrate and stable aquarium conditions, making it suitable for beginners.
Anthurium chamberlainii
Anthurium chamberlainii is a tropical plant native to Venezuela, known for its maroon to light green leaves. It thrives in moderate to high indirect light and requires high humidity, making it ideal for indoor cultivation. The plant appreciates good airflow and is well-suited to environments that mimic its natural habitat. Its striking foliage adds a touch of the exotic to any indoor plant collection.
Zantedeschia albomaculata
Zantedeschia albomaculata, commonly known as the spotted calla lily, features clear white flowers and provides textural interest in perennial gardens. This plant is known for its unique appearance and is suitable for adding visual interest to garden landscapes.
Anthurium 'Silver Blush' X 'wuhoo's First Night'
Anthurium 'Silver Blush' X 'wuhoo's First Night' is a hybrid plant requiring bright, indirect light and high humidity. It thrives in well-draining soil kept evenly moist, making it suitable for indoor environments.
Anubias 'White Platinum Petite'
Anubias 'White Platinum Petite' is a super petite aquatic plant known for its color range from light yellow to pure white. It has a slow growth rate and requires medium to high lighting, as well as CO2 supplementation. This plant is suitable for advanced aquarists looking to add a unique touch to their freshwater aquariums.
Alocasia micholitziana 'Frydek'
Alocasia micholitziana 'Frydek' is a tropical plant with narrow, arrowhead-shaped green leaves featuring pronounced white veins and burgundy backsides. It thrives in bright, indirect sunlight and requires consistently moist soil. This plant is toxic to pets and appreciates a humid environment.