Light:
Place in indirect sunlight or low light conditions.
Water:
Water once a week, allowing the top inch of soil to dry between waterings.
Environment:
Humidity levels between 50-60% are suitable.
Tips/Facts:
Attractive silver-grey blotches appear on upright stems.
Pets:
Toxic to pets.
AGLAONEMA
Light:
Loves bright, medium indirect light; rotate quarterly to encourage even growth.
Water:
Water every 1-2 weeks, allowing the soil to almost completely dry out before watering again.
Environment:
Grows best in a humid environment; humidity can help combat pests like spider mites.
Tips/Facts:
Browning leaves indicate too much sunlight or low humidity.
Yellowing leaves may signal energy conservation or watering/nutritional needs.
Dust leaves to maintain shine.
Pets:
Toxic to pets.
ALOCASIA
Light:
Provide bright, indirect sunlight for 6 hours daily. Avoid direct sunlight.
Water:
Water when the top few inches of soil are dry. Adjust based on light and warmth.
Environment:
Prefers temperatures between 70-90°F. Avoid temperatures below 50°F.
Tips/Facts:
Fertilize with phosphorus to promote blooms.
Aerial roots benefit from occasional misting.
Repot as needed to prevent overcrowding.
Pets:
Toxic to pets.
ANTHURIUM
Light:
Best in full sun to partial shade.
Water:
Water regularly but allow soil to dry in winter.
Environment:
Prefers warmth, but keep away from drafts. Medium humidity is ideal.
Tips/Facts:
Prune above a node to encourage bushier growth.
Pets:
Toxic to pets.
ALTERNANTHERA PARTY TIME
Light:
Bright, indirect sunlight or lower light areas.
Water:
Keep soil moist, but allow the top 1-2 inches to dry before watering.
Environment:
Ideal humidity levels are around 50-60%.
Tips/Facts:
Begonias are vining plants that can climb a trellis.
Brown leaf tips may indicate dryness or arid air.
Keep away from drafts and maintain moderate temperatures.
Pets:
Non-toxic to pets.
BEGONIA
Light:
Prefers bright, indirect sunlight or partial shade.
Water:
Keep soil consistently moist. Water when the top inch is slightly dry.
Environment:
Prefers high humidity (50-70%).
Tips/Facts:
Caladiums go dormant in winter; store bulbs in a dark place and replant in spring.
Pets:
Toxic to pets.
CALADIUM
Light:
Thrives in medium to bright indirect light but can tolerate low light.
Water:
Water regularly to maintain moist soil; adjust based on humidity.
Environment:
Prefers higher humidity (65-85°F).
Tips/Facts:
Yellow or crispy leaves indicate sunlight or humidity issues.
Prone to spider mites; wash with castile soap as needed.
Pets:
Non-toxic to pets.
CALATHEA
Light:
Thrives in filtered, indirect light or shade; prefers brighter light in winter.
Water:
Keep soil consistently moist. Water every few days or biweekly depending on humidity.
Tips/Facts:
Yellow leaves may signal watering or repotting needs.
Watch for spider mites.
Pets:
Toxic to pets.
DIEFFENBACHIA
Light:
Prefers bright, indirect sunlight.
Water:
Water every 1-2 weeks, allowing soil to dry between waterings.
Environment:
Humidity levels of 40-50% are ideal.
Tips/Facts:
Produces latex sap after 6 years.
Pets:
Toxic to pets.
FICUS
Light:
Bright, indirect sunlight for 4-6 hours daily.
Water:
Keep soil evenly moist.
Environment:
Humidity levels between 50-60%.
Tips/Facts:
Known for its distinctive green leaves with colorful veins.
Pets:
Non-Toxic to pets.
FITTONIA (Nerve Plant)
Light:
Thrives in medium to bright indirect light.
Water:
Water thoroughly when soil is completely dry; less in winter.
Tips/Facts:
Wrinkled leaves suggest underwatering, yellow leaves suggest overwatering.
Ideal for hanging baskets or trellises.
Pets:
Non-toxic to pets.
HOYA
Light:
Prefers bright, indirect light; ideal near a south-facing window.
Water:
Water until soil is well saturated, but avoid overwatering.
Tips/Facts:
Yellow leaves indicate low humidity or poor nutrition.
Susceptible to root rot if overwatered.
Pets:
Non-toxic to pets.
MONEY TREE
Light:
Medium to bright indirect light.
Water:
Every 1-2 weeks, more in bright light.
Environment:
50-60% humidity.
Tips/ Facts: Known as "friendship plant" in Brazil; derived from Greek for pepper.
Pets:
Non-toxic.
PEPEROMIA
Light:
Medium light.
Water:
Every 1-2 weeks when soil dries.
Environment:
Prefers 70-90% humidity.
Tips/ Facts:
Browning or crispy leaves can indicate too much sun or low humidity.
Pets:
Toxic.
PHILODENDRON
Light:
Bright light, but not direct sunlight.
Water:
Weekly, let soil dry before watering.
Environment:
Average room humidity; raise if leaf edges are crisp.
Tips/ Facts:
Easily propagated from cuttings.
Pets:
Non-toxic.
PILEA
Light:
Bright, indirect light; bathrooms are ideal.
Water:
When top 2 inches of soil dry.
Environment:
Thrives in tropical climates.
Tips/ Facts:
Natural air purifier; can climb if trained.
Pets:
Toxic.
POTHOS (EPIPREMNUM AUREUM)
Light:
Bright, indirect light; tolerates low light.
Water:
Every 2-3 weeks, let soil dry between waterings.
Environment:
Normal humidity (30-50%).
Tips/ Facts:
Native to dry climates; overwatering can cause root rot.
SNAKE PLANT
Light:
Bright indirect light to full sun.
Water:
Every 1-2 weeks, let soil dry between waterings.
Environment:
30-65% humidity.
Tips/ Facts:
Tolerates inconsistent watering; thick roots.
Pets:
Non-toxic.
SPIDER PLANT
Light:
Bright indirect light to full sun.
Water:
Bright, indirect light for 4-6 hours daily.
Environment:
50-60% humidity.
Tips/ Facts:
Filters common indoor pollutants.
Pets:
Toxic.
SYNGONIUM (Arrowhead Plant)
Light:
Bright, indirect sunlight.
Water:
Keep soil lightly moist; avoid overwatering.
Environment:
Use plant food for new leaves.
Tips/ Facts:
Long spaces between leaves indicate low light.
Pets:
Toxic.
TRADESCANTIA ‘INCHPLANT’
Light:
Bright, indirect sunlight.
Water:
Allow top 2 inches of soil to dry; adjust if leaves yellow or fall off.
Environment:
40-50% humidity.
Tips/ Facts:
Yellow leaves mean overwatered; falling leaves mean under-watered.
Pets:
Toxic.
ZZ PLANT
