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There are many Syngonium plants with different shapes and colors of leaves. However, when the leaves are struggling to unfurl, they are usually lacking in what they need. Because Syngoniums are tropical plants, they also work similarly to other plants native to their area, including Gloriosum and Monstera. This means they all have a few … Read more
Many plants are known to have health benefits. The biggest one is the ability to produce oxygen and filter the air. We know that big, exotic plants like Syngonium and Monstera can do this, but what about more common indoor and outdoor plants, like a Cactus? A Cactus does produce oxygen in small amounts, though … Read more
The eye-catching yellow-green leaves of these two houseplants make it easy to see why they’re so popular! Although they’re commonly mistaken for one another, Philodendron Lemon-Lime and Neon Pothos are two completely different species. Despite this, their heart-shaped leaves, electric green color, and growth habits are remarkably similar. So how can you tell them apart? … Read more
If you can get your hands on this luscious, velvety plant, you won’t regret it. Philodendron Micans are known for their beautiful trailing growth and deep green fuzzy leaves. They look beautiful in a hanging planter, or propped up with a moss pole. Best of all, they’re easy to take care of and fast growers. … Read more
With so many Pothos species out there, it is easy to start getting the different species and variations confused. The Snow Queen and the Marble Queen are often mixed up. While not as dividing as some other species, some people still wonder if these two variations are the same species or not and what their … Read more
There are many plants out there full of unique colors. From pinks to yellow to even metallic silvers, any color you may want. But what about those that don’t like a lot of color? Maybe you prefer black or darker colors in your home or garden? There are a few truly, black plants such as … Read more
Humidity in plants is essential. Too much or too little humidity can be bad for plants. It can weaken, slow growth, and even harm your plant after a while. Some plants can handle humidity, while others do better in lower levels. Tropical plants need more humidity than others, and some can handle even ninety percent … Read more
Arborvitae is an evergreen tree. It is similar to juniper or pine but with certain differences in foliage, size, and growth patterns. It is part of the Thuja genus which contains the Thuja occidentalis (Northern White Cedar and Eastern White Cedar) and the Thuja plicata (Western Red Cedar). Within this arborvitae family, there are multiple … Read more
A common misconception regarding Snake Plants (Dracaena trifasciata, formerly Sansevieria trifasciata) is that they are low-light loving plants that rarely grow or change. While it may be true that a Snake Plant in a dark corner will tolerate its conditions and not grow very fast, you want to create an environment where your Snake Plant … Read more
Grass, despite being most often used as a lawn decoration, has an essential purpose in the world’s ecosystem. It provides nutrients and food that many animals, both in captivity and in the wild, need to survive. Grass is not a decomposer since it doesn’t break down dead matter and convert it into nutrients; instead, it … Read more