ARTICLES - GARDENS
Selecting and
Maintaining Indoor Plants
You may not realize it,
but the absence of indoor plants in our homes or offices
can contribute to the level of stress brought
on by modern life.
Studies show that spaces, houses, and offices that don't
have a touch of nature can lead to people being stressed
and impair their productivity.
If you feel that you lack the feel of nature in your
home, why not start now to look for the perfect indoor
plants for your space?
Experts say that the major considerations when selecting
indoor plants include:
- appearance.
- size.
- function.
Tropical plants are great
additions to many homes. While there are tropical plants
that thrive best in outdoor settings, there are specific
types that are compatible with indoor conditions.
In
fact, their number counts to more than 250. Following is
just a brief list of indoor tropical plants -
1. Anthuriums
Originating in Mexico, anthuriums have more than 800
species. The flowers are usually dark red in color and
shaped as heart. The leaves, on the other hand, are
palmate-shaped and velvety. Depending on the variety,
anthuriums may have differences in size, shape, and hue.
2. Begonias
They are one of the most loved tropical plants because
of their flowers in varying colors: pink, red, yellow,
and white. Being a tropical plant, begonia prefers warm
climates and light. It is a perennial plant, meaning it
blooms all throughout the year.
3. Gingers
Gingers have a wide variety of species and are known for
their fragrance. The flowers and foliage are lush and
vary in color. Gingers prefer moist soil and warm
temperature. Although they favor full sun, they can
manage to grow in shade.
4. Hibiscus
Originally from Asia and the Pacific Islands, hibiscus
is now cultivated in Western countries like New Zealand
and Australia. Hibiscus has numerous varieties,
producing many flower color combinations. Its flowers
can grow anywhere from 2" to 12".
Hibiscus is usually potted, but it grows in bush and
tree form. It is the national flower of Malaysia and the
state flower of Hawaii.
5. Orchids
One of the most common tropical indoor plants, orchids
have over 10,000 variations, some of which include moth
orchid, cattleya, and paphiopedilum. Some are quite hard
to grow, but many are manageable. They require high
humidity, constant temperature, and fertilizers.
6. Rhapis
It is one of the most adaptable indoor tropical plants,
making it the popular choice of many homeowners and one
of the most widely cultivated indoor tropical plants. It
is a sturdy plant that can thrive in almost any kind of
condition.
It can, for instance, withstand both light exposure and
partial shade. Rhapis excelsa, called lady palm, is its
most popular variety primarily because of its resistance
to pests and long lifespan. Its fronds are upright,
thick, stiff, and dark green in color. It is a native
plant of China
and Thailand and is America's parlor palms.
Once you have selected the right indoor plant for you,
focus on how to maintain them. Many indoor plants come
in well maintained conditions especially if they are
straight from the garden store. To ensure that these
will be maintained, make sure that you water them
regularly and provide the nutrients they need.
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