Plants in family araceae
Arisaema ternatipartitum
Arisaema ternatipartitum is a small, stoloniferous Japanese native cobra lily with a purple stalk and hooded flower. It features two glossy three-lobed leaves and forms colonies in woodland gardens. This plant is ideal for adding a touch of the exotic to shaded garden areas.
Alocasia macrorrhizos 'Variegata'
This brilliant houseplant is hardy enough for outdoor tropical growing spaces and is larger than other jewel Alocasia. It is considered an intermediate tropical plant.
Philodendron pseudauriculatum
Philodendron pseudauriculatum is an ornamental plant with striking foliage that may resemble ear-like appendages. It is adaptable to indoor conditions, requiring a warm, humid environment and indirect sunlight. This plant is also known for its air-purifying qualities.
Aglaonema 'Red Legacy'
Aglaonema 'Red Legacy' is a shade-tolerant tropical plant with glossy dark red centers and red-green golden leaves. Its oval leaves and erect trunk make it a visually appealing addition to indoor spaces. Known for its resilience, this plant thrives in low-light conditions, making it a popular choice for homes and offices.
Philodendron erubescens 'Chocolate'
Philodendron erubescens 'Chocolate' is a climbing or vining plant native to Central and South America, known for its heart-shaped leaves with deep green and chocolate-brown undertones. It adapts well to indoor environments, requiring well-draining soil, moderate to bright indirect light, and consistent moisture. This philodendron is a stylish choice for indoor plant collections.
Caladium humboldtii
Caladium humboldtii is known for its vibrant, colorful heart-shaped leaves with patterns and shades of green, white, and pink. It thrives in warm, humid environments with indirect light, adding a tropical flair to gardens and indoor spaces. This plant requires regular watering and well-draining soil.
Zantedeschia aethiopica 'Pink Mist'
Zantedeschia aethiopica 'Pink Mist' features solid green spade-shaped leaves and 2-foot tall light pink calla-like flowers. It blooms in early spring, late summer, and fall, thriving in rich moist soil. This plant is winter hardy in zone 7 and requires sun for at least half a day.
Colocasia esculenta 'Surf City'
Colocasia esculenta 'Surf City' is a vigorous plant introduced in 2008, featuring 5-foot tall stalks with purple tops and narrowly pointed, ruffled leaves. A small purple dot marks where the stem attaches to the leaf back, adding a unique detail. This plant grows in tight clumps and is suitable for tropical-themed gardens. Its striking appearance and robust growth make it a popular choice for gardeners.
Anthurium pendens
Anthurium pendens is a striking plant known for its elegant, cascading growth and elongated, lance-shaped leaves. It thrives in warm, humid environments and prefers bright, indirect light. The plant produces small, inconspicuous flowers on slender stems, often in shades of bright red or orange-red. It is sensitive to excessive moisture, requiring careful watering to maintain consistent soil moisture without overwatering.
Anthurium altaverapazense
Anthurium altaverapazense is a compact plant known for its striking venation and pillowed bullate leaves. It thrives in environments with higher humidity and bright indirect light, making it an excellent choice for indoor plant enthusiasts. The unique texture and pattern of its leaves add a touch of elegance and interest to any plant collection. Anthurium altaverapazense is part of the Aroid family, which is celebrated for its diverse and often dramatic foliage. This plant is ideal for those who appreciate the beauty of intricate leaf designs and are looking to enhance their indoor greenery.
Colocasia esculenta 'Rhubarb'
Colocasia esculenta 'Rhubarb' is a striking plant discovered in Hawaii, known for its brilliant red stems and large green leaves. It grows up to 4 feet tall and adds a tropical touch to gardens with its bold foliage.
Philodendron verrucosum 'Melon'
Philodendron verrucosum 'Melon' features broad, heart-shaped leaves with a deep green, velvety texture. It thrives in warm, humid conditions and prefers indirect but bright light. This plant requires support for climbing and is known for its air-purifying benefits, making it a popular choice for indoor spaces.
Anthurium rugulosum 'Chocolate'
Anthurium rugulosum 'Chocolate' is a compact plant known for its dark chocolate-brown to burgundy foliage. It thrives in bright, indirect light and requires consistently moist soil and high humidity. This plant is part of the Anthurium genus, which is popular for its unique and colorful foliage, making it a standout choice for indoor plant collections.
Anthurium oxycarpum 'Giganteum'
Anthurium oxycarpum 'Giganteum' is an extraordinary and relatively rare variety from South America, featuring large, heart-shaped leaves that can exceed three feet in length. The glossy green leaves have prominent veining, and the plant produces spadix and spathe flowers. It prefers bright, indirect light and high humidity, making it prized among plant enthusiasts.
Anthurium 'Magic Kiss'
Featuring glossy, heart-shaped leaves, this plant's flowers have a spadix that changes color from deep purple to pink. It thrives in warm, humid conditions with indirect light and has relatively easy care requirements.
Colocasia esculenta 'Hilo Bay'
Colocasia esculenta 'Hilo Bay' is a tropical plant introduced in 2008, recognized for its dramatic appearance. It grows up to 4 feet tall with dark chocolate stems and large, olive green leaves that have upturned edges. The leaves are thick and heavily corrugated, adding texture to gardens. This plant spreads slightly and is deer resistant, making it a low-maintenance choice for bog gardens and areas with high humidity.
Amorphophallus dunnii
Amorphophallus dunnii is a subtropical plant native to China, known for its unusual flower that resembles an ice cream cone. The flower stalk can reach up to 2 feet tall, with a green and white speckled spathe and a creamy white spadix. This plant emits a scent reminiscent of fresh carrots and is a fast-offsetting species, making it suitable for beginners. It thrives in full sun to partial shade and requires occasional watering during the growing season.
Amorphophallus tenuispadix
Amorphophallus tenuispadix is a fast-multiplying species from central Thailand, growing in organic pockets in limestone rocks. It features 15-inch tall petioles with glossy green foliage and short flower stalks with a white spathe.
Syngonium podophyllum 'Zebrina Variegata'
Syngonium podophyllum 'Zebrina Variegata' is a striking houseplant with variegated leaves in shades of white, green, and pink. It thrives in bright, indirect light and prefers consistently moist soil with high humidity. This plant is toxic if ingested due to calcium oxalate crystals, so caution is advised around pets and children. Its unique foliage and easy care make it a popular choice for indoor plant enthusiasts.
Pinellia 'Polly Spout'
Pinellia 'Polly Spout' is a hybrid plant known for its self-sterile nature and unique spathe and spadix flowers. It grows on 2-foot tall upright stalks with five-leaflet foliage, flowering from early April through September. This plant is suitable for part sun to light shade and adds a tropical look to gardens.
Anthurium pendulifolium
Anthurium pendulifolium is an epiphytic plant native to Central and South America, known for its distinct pendulous foliage. It thrives in humid and tropical environments, making it a striking addition to indoor plant collections.