This is a compact-size tropical plant that comes in many different varieties or cultivars. The most common cultivars are Emerald Ripple Pepper, Silver Heart, and Ivy-Leaf Peperomia. All varieties or cultivars of Peperomia are easygoing and unfussy plants. They are ideally suited as an indoor plant or as part of a window sill garden. Not […]

Begonia maculata, known more commonly as spotted or polka dot begonia, is an eye-catching addition to any houseplant collection; with angel-like leaves and clusters of delicate white flowers at the right time of year, it’s certainly a plant to admire. Native to southeast Brazil, this photogenic plant is quickly becoming a popular indoor choice for

Having recently gone through a name change (this plant was once called Cereus Tetragonus), Fairy Castle Cactus is still a popular houseplant for those who love desert plants. Its slow growth and compact size make it ideal to use in a window sill garden, or, it can be allowed to grow to its full height

This is a highly variegated member of the ever-popular Pothos family of plants. Among its many alluring qualities are its easygoing nature and its uniquely colored leaves. This is an excellent choice of plant for new gardeners or busy gardeners. It is also a convenient plant to give away to friends and family as it

As a tuberous Begonia with tiny orange-red flowers, Begonia Boliviensis (Begonia boliviensis A.D.C.) is a native of Southeast Asia, Africa, South, and Central America. The plant’s bloom time is late spring through summer. How to Identify Begonia Boliviensis Begonia Boliviensis has tiny orange-red flowers as a tuberous Begonia with stems growing up from a tuberous

This native to the tropical regions of South and Central America is quite easygoing. As is the case with most Pilea plants, it is easy to propagate and easy to care for; it really is a gardener’s dream plant. How to Identify Pilea Moon Valley Just one glance and you will notice that Pilea Moon

This member of the Pilea family goes by many names. Some of the most common names used to refer to it are Pilea Silver Sparkle, Grey Baby Tears, and Grey Artillery Plant. The name Pilea Glauca is just another of its many common names, not its scientific name. This little plant doesn’t actually have a

The Angel Wing Begonia (Begonia ‘Angel Wing) is a member of the fibrous cane Begonia group and got its name from its foliage, which has the shape of angels’ wings. People often grow Angel Wing Begonia for its beautiful, large heart-shaped leaves similar to two folded wings. The plant is native to Brazil, and it

Pilea Cadierei is a tropical perennial plant that originates in Southeast Asia, particularly Vietnam. It only became popular in American homes in the 1970s but has continued to rise in popularity ever since. A consistent rise in its popularity is most likely due to the unique looks of the plant and its easygoing care requirements.