Popular Tropical Indoor House Plants

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Begonia



Begonia is the most commonly used house plant, available in shades of white, pink, red and yellow. It is best used in the tropical climate and can be grown all year round in hanging pots, indoors and outdoors. Begonia requires warm climate and hence, should be kept away from direct sunlight or complete darkness. It should be kept in pebble trays and repotted every year. Proper fertilization is also required every month for healthy growth of this beautiful indoor plant.


Caladium


Caladium is known for its delicate and colorful foliage, which makes it a pretty house plant. It needs protection from drafts and cold climate and requires diffused sunlight and moderate levels of humidity. Pot the plant in moderate soil with extra humus. Caladium has the tendency to rot fast; therefore, it is advisable not to keep the plant wet.


African Violets


Again a plant of less maintenance, the African violet plant is famous as a house plant for its long lasting blooms. It is a non-woody perennial plant that grows well in sunshine or even artificial light. However, avoid exposing it to direct sunlight as the direct rays can lead to the decaying of the plant. There are many fertilizers available in the market specifically meant for African violets.


Amaryllis



Amaryllis produces a bonnie reddish bloom that makes your room and office look appealing and welcoming to the eyes. To get the best out of the plant, embed only one amaryllis bulb in a pot and water it regularly. It also requires sunlight and proper fertilizers to attain its full length.

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Spider Plants



Spider plants can grow in any given condition and require very little care, making them the best indoor house plant ever known. The plant can thrive in low or medium light and can be grown in hanging pots to allow its shoots to hang down. However, make sure to keep them away from direct sunlight. Avoid over-watering the plant. Use of excessive fertilizers allows them to grow properly and perform their function as an air purifier at their best.

English Ivy



English ivy is yet another famous houseplant. It is an easy-to-grow tropical plant with leaves in different shades of green. English ivy is a climber and can grow up on rocks, windows or even horizontally without any support for tailing. It loves cool temperatures and medium light.


Cacti


Cacti are the best and the most common amongst the entire house plant varieties. These are the succulents that require little or no maintenance. They can stay on the windowsill for weeks together without water. They are even not bothered by insects or pests; therefore there is no need for any pest control measures to be thought about.


Peace Lily




Peace lilies or white sails are the favorite of every plant lover, as their large dark leaves and beautiful white flowers add on to the décor of the house. They don’t require much exposure to sunlight and can grow well in low sunlight or dark areas. For the proper growth of the plant, you should water them adequately and provide them a specific level of humidity. Peace lilies require very little maintenance and are thus often claimed as the best out of all the indoor plants. They are also known to be excellent air purifiers.

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[Aldrick Jose]

Amazing Post! Here i got lots of information about beautiful indoor house plants. Most of time artificial plants also increase home beauty. Silk plants look awesome in the home.

[ReinaFery]

Hey, it's a beautiful post. I love all the plants.