Everything To Know About Indoor Houseplants

Indoor houseplants are an excellent way to bring more color into your home. Houseplants are not only beautiful, but they’re also good for you. Many houseplants have been found to increase indoor air quality by absorbing toxic chemicals and releasing oxygen. Houseplants also release moisture into the air, making them easier for future breathing.

Not all houseplants are created equal, though. Some plants need lots of sunlight to survive; some thrive in lower light conditions. Some may be toxic if eaten; others are poisonous to touch. Before deciding where and how houseplants can live happily with your family, you’ll want to consider many factors. Follow this guide to everything to know about indoor houseplants.

The Indoor Plants: 

In this section, we’ll look at some of the common houseplants. 

Aloe Vera:   

This striking plant is excellent as an accent or as ground cover indoors. In earlier times, it was even used as a medicinal salve. Aloe vera produces flowers that last for weeks and then die back to the ground, allowing the plant to bloom again.

Ficus Alii:   

The Ficus Alii is one of the most popular indoor trees because it’s easy to care for and attractive year-round. These ficus trees produce flowers in pink or white in summer, depending on how you treat them. They thrive in bright, indirect sunlight and slightly moist soil.

Spider Plant:   

The spider plant is one of the easiest houseplants to grow. It thrives on neglect and can overwhelm a small space or be kept small in a container. The spider plant has long-stalked with hanging baby spiders that will eventually develop into their plants if left to grow. 

Sansevieria:   

The Sansevieria, also known as the “snake plant”, is a striking accent piece that’s easy to care for and attractive year-round. It has upright leaves with a striking white stripe down the center. However, this striking plant requires little water and prefers low light conditions.

Bamboo Plant:   

The bamboo plant is a tropical grass that thrives in indirect sunlight and moist soil. It produces brown flowers on green stalks, which make it a beautiful accent or ground cover. The bamboo plant requires more water than other indoor houseplants, so don’t forget to soak the soil every so often.

 

Dracaena:   

This easy-to-care-for plant has wide, shiny leaves and produces brown flowers on green stalks throughout the year. It grows best in indirect sunlight with moist soil. This beautiful plant will thrive for years if you keep it trimmed periodically to encourage new growth. 

Dieffenbachia:   

Keeping this plant happy requires adequate sunlight, so it’s best to keep it near a window that receives bright light. It produces white flowers in the winter months and can even be forced into bloom through temperature manipulation. You may have heard of the Dieffenbachia being poisonous if eaten because of its leaves. However, the danger is in chewing on the leaves and not simply touching them.

Considerations for Growth: 

The placement of your indoor plants will affect their growth. Some plants thrive on the floor, while others prefer a table-top setting. You should consider things when placing your plants to keep them happy and healthy. 

Light:   

Sunlight is the most important factor in determining how a plant will grow. Some plants need lots of light, while others can survive in lower light conditions. If you’re not sure where a plant will do best, take a look at its natural habitat. A plant growing in low light will need more water, while a plant in direct sunlight will do well with less. 

Temperature:   

You can place plants on tables or hang them from the ceiling, but your indoor plants still have to survive winter. Many tropical plants are accustomed to warm temperatures year-round. If you keep your plants in a cold window, you may have to move them every so often to keep the temperature consistent. 

Soil:   

The soil in which your plant grows is important for its health and well-being. A plant grown in rich, moist potting soil will thrive whereas one grown in rocky or sandy soil will struggle. Your plants’ soil should also be kept watered but not soaked.

Humidity:  

Plants need moisture to survive and thrive, so you’ll want to make sure they have access to water. However, the humidity in your home is also important for many plants.  You can keep humidity levels high with a humidifier or by grouping plants together.

Placement:

It’s important to place your plants in an area that receives proper light. Don’t hide them away in dark corners where they’ll never get enough light. Try grouping them near the window or hanging them from the ceiling for a unique look.

Fertilizers:

Fertilizing your plants makes them grow faster and produce larger flowers. You can find fertilizer at gardening stores or simply mix some liquid dish soap into the water you give your plants to boost their nutrients. 

Pruning:

If your indoor houseplants look dry or sickly, it might be time to give them a trim. Trim plants periodically to help them grow healthy and strong while maintaining their size. You can also report plants that are starting to get root bound. 

Repotting:   

A plant growing in a small pot will need re-potting when it outgrows the size of its soil. Once a plant grows too large for its container, you can keep it happy by transplanting it to a bigger pot with fresh soil. 

Repotting is as simple as removing the plant from its current pot and gently shaking away excess soil from its roots. Next, place your plant in a new pot with fresh soil and water thoroughly.

Conclusion:  

Plants are an easy way to spruce up your home with simple décor. Many indoor plants don’t require direct sunlight for most of the day. If you’re looking for a beautiful addition without much work, consider purchasing some houseplants today. We hope you enjoyed this article on everything to know about indoor houseplants, and we hope you learned something new.

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