Commonly known as creeping or climbing fig, Ficus Pumila can be grown outdoors as a climbing vine or kept indoors as an ornamental houseplant. Climbing fig originates from East Asia, though it now finds itself in many people’s homes worldwide. Its lush green foliage cascades over the edge of plant pots or climbs up walls, […]

Begonia Ferox (Begoniaceae) hails from Southwest Guangxi, China limestone areas as a monoecious rhizomatous Begonia species, and it is an awe-inspiring new-to-the-scene species. Begonia Ferox is prized among collectors with incredible leaf patterns. Yam Liu & C.-I Peng described and publicized it in 2013 as a rare species after its discovery in 2011. It is

Dragon Wing Begonia (Begonia x hybrida) belongs to the family Begoniaceae, a native of South America and a perennial flowering hybrid species. Growers prize this plant for its colorful flowers and lush green foliage. Its tolerance to humidity and heat makes it quite popular among growers, who constantly confused it with the Angel Wing Begonia.

This lovely-looking vining Philodendron is a rare variety that is just now coming into popularity as a houseplant.  Its striking good looks are reminiscent of Philodendron Hederaceum, which is why these two varieties are often mistaken for one another. It is important to know the differences between these two plants so that they are each

The Cebu Blue Pothos is a rare plant that you can easily grow at home. Unlike the pothos varieties that have deep green leaves, or the interest patterns you see in variegated ones, the Cebu blue pothos has an interesting blue streak when the light shines on them at some angles. What’s more, the Cebu

Native to Central and South America, peperomia frost is most commonly found in the Brazilian rainforest. Its muted green heart-shaped leaves (giving the plant a frosted appearance, which is where it gets its name) make it a real beauty to look at. Like succulents, Peperomia Caperata demands little from their owners while offering a lot

Nearly all varieties of Pothos plants are designated unfussy, forgiving, easygoing, and ideal for beginner gardeners. This, however, does not mean that these low-maintenance plants never face difficulties.   If you want to grow the best-looking and healthiest Pothos plants possible, it is a good idea to learn all about what issues they face, how to

Philodendron Brasil is simple, quaint, and yet, quite beautiful. It has all the sophisticated and stylish looks of its plant family combined with easy care requirements. Variegated Heartleaf Philodendron is certainly alluring and capable of becoming dear to the hearts of many gardeners. How to Identify Variegated Heartleaf Philodendron The quaint and simple look of

Though the beautiful blooms of wax begonias are native to Brazil, they have become a popular choice for many gardeners throughout the world – including the US – due to their easy maintenance. It has been said that wax begonia plants symbolize lovesickness and bitter love, yet their appearance can only be described as sweet,

If you enjoy plants that have unusual natural beauty, you are going to love Velvet Leaf Philodendron.  Once you read how easy it is to grow Philodendron Micans and care for this stunningly beautiful Philodendron variety, you are going to be scrambling to get one for your window sill garden.   How to Identify Velvet Leaf