Care Instructions

This beauty deserves a spot in the light, but preferably not in direct sunlight. I water her as soon as the top of the potting soil feels dry—she doesn’t like wet feet. She blooms beautifully when the humidity is high, so a nice spot in the bathroom or near a humidifier works wonders. She feels most comfortable at 18 to 24 degrees. A little plant food once a month during the growing season and she’s perfectly happy. She rarely loses leaves, only when it’s time to shed old ones.

This is such a rewarding plant—I highly recommend it for spots where the light is a bit softer. It’s low-maintenance and stays healthy as long as you keep the potting soil slightly moist. It likes a bit of humidity—not tropical, but pleasant. Around 20 degrees is ideal for it. A little fertilizer once a month helps it stay nice and full. Sometimes it drops a few leaves when it has to get used to a new spot, but otherwise it’s super stable.

Alocasias are my personal favorite—they’re so expressive! Place her in a spot with plenty of indirect light and keep her soil nice and moist, but without letting it get too wet. She loves high humidity, so she’s perfect for fans of tropical vibes. She really comes to life at temperatures between 20 and 27 degrees. During the growing season, I give her a little fertilizer every two weeks. In the winter, she may lose some leaves, which is normal—she’ll make a beautiful comeback in the spring.

Amydrium is such an elegant climber with beautifully lobed leaves. It thrives in a bright spot without direct sunlight. I keep the soil slightly moist—never too wet. It really appreciates high humidity, especially during the winter months. It feels completely at home between 18 and 28 degrees. A monthly feeding helps it grow and shine. Sometimes it sheds a few leaves if it gets too dry, so keep checking on it.

An exotic beauty! Alpinia thrives in a bright spot, preferably with some morning sun. It needs plenty of water, so I water it regularly to keep the soil moist. It loves warmth and high humidity—perfect for a bright bathroom or sunroom. Temperatures between 18 and 28 degrees are ideal. A little fertilizer once a month is sufficient. It stays beautiful all year round if you take good care of it.

Anthuriums are real eye-catchers with their glossy leaves. They love plenty of light, but not direct sunlight. I water them as soon as the top of the potting soil feels dry. They thrive in high humidity and temperatures between 18 and 26 degrees. During the growing season, I fertilize them every two weeks. They rarely lose leaves, except for the occasional old leaf that makes way for a new one.

Begonias have real character! They prefer a bright spot, but not in direct sunlight. I keep the soil moist, but make sure the water drains well. They thrive in moderate humidity and temperatures around 20 degrees. Monthly fertilization promotes abundant blooms or lush foliage, depending on the variety. In cold or dry conditions, they may lose some leaves, but they recover quickly.

Calatheas are the divas of the plant world—delicate but stunning. They thrive in shady spots with high humidity. Their soil should always be slightly moist, without becoming waterlogged. They do best at temperatures between 18 and 26 degrees. A little fertilizer every two weeks during the growing season helps them stay healthy. If the air is too dry, their leaves will quickly droop or develop brown edges.

Christia has such a unique leaf! She loves bright, indirect light and consistently moist potting soil. Average humidity is sufficient, but she appreciates a little extra care during dry spells. She thrives at around 20 degrees. Give her some fertilizer once a month, and she’ll keep growing steadily. Sometimes she drops a few leaves if she’s not entirely happy.

Cissus is a climbing plant with a delicate appearance. It prefers bright, indirect light and requires slightly moist potting soil. Humidity should be moderate, and temperatures between 18 and 28 degrees are ideal. A small amount of fertilizer once a month will help it thrive. It may shed a few leaves, especially when moved to a new location.

Colocasia is a spectacular plant with large leaves—almost dramatically beautiful. It loves plenty of light and can even tolerate some sun. I keep the potting soil well-moistened; it’s quite thirsty. It thrives in high humidity and a warm environment between 20 and 28 degrees. A little fertilizer each month keeps it vigorous. In winter, it may lose its leaves—that’s part of its dormant period.

This unique climbing plant grows from a tuber and requires very little water. It prefers a bright spot without direct sunlight. I let the soil dry out completely between waterings. It thrives in low humidity and temperatures around 20 degrees. A little fertilizer every now and then is sufficient. During its dormant period, it loses its leaves, but that’s just part of the process.

Dischidia is a charming hanging plant with a unique appearance. It prefers a bright spot, but not direct sunlight. The soil can dry out a bit—I water it sparingly. It doesn’t have high humidity requirements and thrives at temperatures between 18 and 28 degrees. Monthly fertilization is sufficient. It rarely drops leaves.

A climbing plant with soft leaves and a delicate appearance. It thrives in a bright spot without direct sunlight. I water it regularly with small amounts of water and keep the soil slightly moist. Average humidity is fine. It grows steadily at temperatures between 18 and 26 degrees. A little fertilizer each month helps it stay strong. It sometimes drops leaves, especially when moved to a new location.

A classic that always does well. Epipremnum thrives in light ranging from low to high, as long as it’s indirect. I keep the potting soil slightly moist, but let the top layer dry out. It has few requirements in terms of humidity and grows well at temperatures between 18 and 28 degrees. A monthly dose of fertilizer is perfect. It sometimes loses leaves during dry spells or when stressed.

A plant with beautiful dark foliage that prefers softer light. I keep the soil moist and maintain high humidity. Temperatures around 20 degrees are perfect. Monthly fertilization is sufficient. If it gets too dry, it will drop its leaves, so be sure to check on it regularly.

A quiet strength – Homalomena is strong and beautiful. It thrives in a spot with low to moderate light and evenly moist potting soil. It prefers high humidity and does best at temperatures between 18 and 26 degrees. A small amount of fertilizer once a month is sufficient. Occasionally, it may drop a few leaves as a warning sign, but it recovers quickly.

Hoya plants are hardy, flowering trailing plants. They thrive in bright light and even enjoy some direct sunlight. I let the potting soil dry out completely between waterings—it’s better to keep them on the dry side than too wet. They do well in lower humidity and thrive at temperatures between 18 and 28 degrees. They only need to be fertilized sparingly. They rarely drop their leaves.

A true classic that enhances any interior. Place it in a spot with plenty of indirect light. Keep the soil slightly moist and water it as soon as the top layer is dry. It thrives in moderate humidity and temperatures ranging from 18 to 26 degrees. Monthly fertilization helps it stay strong. It may lose a few leaves during dry spells or when exposed to drafts, but this is easily remedied.

Philodendrons are versatile and easy-to-care-for houseplants. They thrive in bright, indirect light and slightly moist soil. They can tolerate a wide range of humidity levels and do best at temperatures between 18 and 26 degrees. Monthly fertilization is sufficient. They sometimes drop leaves, but this is usually temporary.

These compact plants are ideal for smaller spaces. They thrive in bright, indirect light and prefer potting soil that is allowed to dry out completely between waterings. They have minimal humidity requirements and grow well at temperatures between 18 and 26 degrees. I fertilize them every four to six weeks. They retain their foliage well and are very low-maintenance.

Piper is a unique climbing plant with decorative foliage. It thrives in bright, indirect light and well-moistened soil. It prefers high humidity and temperatures between 18 and 26 degrees. A monthly dose of fertilizer is sufficient. It may occasionally drop leaves if the soil becomes too dry.

This hardy plant thrives in bright, indirect light. I keep the soil slightly moist. It prefers moderate humidity and temperatures between 18 and 26 degrees. Monthly fertilization promotes growth. If the soil gets too dry, it will drop its leaves.

Sanseverias are incredibly hardy. They thrive in both bright and dim locations. I only water them when the soil is completely dry—better too dry than too wet. Humidity isn’t a major factor, and they thrive in temperatures between 15 and 28 degrees. They require very little fertilizer—every six to eight weeks is sufficient. Leaf drop is rare.

Scindapsus is an easy plant to grow. It thrives in conditions ranging from low to high levels of indirect light. I keep the potting soil slightly moist. It prefers moderate humidity and grows well at temperatures between 18 and 28 degrees. Monthly fertilization promotes growth. It sometimes drops leaves when moved to a new environment.

This plant is known for its air-purifying properties. It thrives in a spot with low to moderate light. The soil should always remain slightly moist. It does best in high humidity and temperatures between 18 and 26 degrees. Monthly fertilization is ideal. It sometimes drops leaves in dry air.

The ZZ plant is a true survivor. It thrives in low light and requires very little water; I wait until the soil is completely dry. Low humidity is no problem, and it grows well at temperatures between 18 and 30 degrees. Sparse fertilization is sufficient. It rarely drops its leaves.