You’ll be hard-pressed to find a plant quite as cheery & bright as bamboo (Bambuseae spp.). Their interesting foliage and easy-going nature make for a stunning houseplant. Most types of bamboo call for bright conditions – but how much of it do they need? How much light your bamboo needs will depend on the cultivar…
It is not uncommon to find Monster Siltepecana mislabeled in a nursery. Such mix-ups are not entirely the plant person’s fault; the species can be pretty confusing. Its appearance changes so radically in the course of its growth. Later at maturity, it might be hard to tell it apart from its cousin Monstera Peru. There…
There’s no indoor plant quite as cheerful and easy to love as the String of Pearls (Senecio rowleyanus). These sun-loving succulents thrive in bright conditions – but how bright is bright? And is it possible to have too much of a good thing? The string of Pearls needs between six to eight hours of bright…
Brown leaves on bird of paradise are a common indicator of sunburn, insect infestation, and fungal infection. Additionally, insufficient humidity, poor water quality, and incorrect temperatures are all possible causes. Water your plant only when the topsoil is completely dry and keep it out of direct sunlight to prevent the foliage from turning brown. The…
The elephant ear plant (colocasia or Alocasia) is an immense tropical beauty with large attractive leaves bound to make any space feel tropical or more like a rainforest. And the best part about this plant is its quick growth, which makes it a suitable option if you just don’t have the time to wait like…
Scindapsus and pothos are ideal for those with a brown thumb. Both are tough-to-kill trailing vines that are members of the Arum family Araceae. However, they differ slightly in terms of features and growing requirements. The main difference between Scindapsus and pothos is the variegation of the foliage. Scindapsus foliage is variegated in silvery gray…
Although some green and white variegated forms of this plant exist, a healthy String of Pearls is usually green. The tell-tale fleshy, pea-like leaves that resemble a beaded necklace only change color when the plant is exposed to stress. This is why a String of Pearls turning purple is a concern for many growers. So,…
One of the primary reasons for keeping Caladiums as houseplants is their stunning foliage. Because of that, if the leaves start to turn yellow, this plant instantly loses much of its appeal. Yellowing of caladium leaves can be caused by manganese, zinc, nitrogen, and iron deficiency. Overwatering and underwatering often lie at the heart of…
There is a good chance that you have noticed some small root shoots emerging from the leaf nodes of your Kalanchoe plants if you have turned up here. Can they be aerial roots? You don’t have to panic over aerial roots on your Kalanchoe plants as they are easy to correct. Aerial roots will develop…
Providing your poinsettia with the appropriate amount of light daily will help it thrive and remain beautiful. It will become sunburned and develop leggy, unsightly growth if it receives too much or too little light. So, how much light does a poinsettia require to thrive? Poinsettias require at least six hours of bright, indirect sunlight…