Houseplants

Chlorophytum comosum 'Variegatum', commonly known as the Variegated Spider Plant, is a classic, low-maintenance houseplant with long, arching green leaves edged in creamy white. Known for its air-purifying qualities and ability to produce cascading "pups," it's a favorite for hanging baskets and shelves.

Characteristics:

• Common Name: Variegated Spider Plant
• Light: Thrives in bright, indirect light but tolerates lower light conditions. Avoid direct sun
• Water: Water when the topsoil dries out
• Temperature: Prefers temperatures between 18-27°C
• Humidity: Adapts to average indoor humidity but enjoys higher humidity levels
• Height & Growth Rate: Grows up to 30-60 cm tall; fast-growing and produces offshoots
• Pot Size: 12cm

Dieffenbachia 'Spotty' is a vibrant and easy-care houseplant admired for its broad, glossy leaves marked with bright lime and chartreuse speckles. Its bold variegation and upright growth make it a statement foliage plant, perfect for brightening up interior spaces with minimal effort.

Characteristics:

• Common Name: Dumb Cane
• Light: Prefers bright, indirect light; tolerates partial shade
• Water: Water when the top 2-3cm of soil are dry; avoid overwatering
• Temperature: Enjoys 18-26°C; sensitive to cold draughts
• Humidity: Prefers moderate to high humidity; mist occasionally
• Height & Growth Rate: 60cm in height, moderate growth rate
• Pot Size: 17cm

Dionaea muscipula, commonly known as the Venus Flytrap, is an amazing houseplant with carnivorous eating habits.

The plant has hinged leaves which are lined with 'teeth' which interlock when shut. The inside of these leaves are hair-like projections called trichomes which cause the lobes to shut close when its prey lands on them.

Characteristics:

• Common Name: Venus Flytrap
• Light: The more direct light the plant receives the healthier the plant will be
• Water: Use distilled water, reverse osmosis water, or rainwater only to water Venus Flytraps
• Temperature: Happy in temperature ranges from 16-35°C, but keep at 5°C in winter
• Humidity: The Venus Flytrap doesn't require extremely high humidity, but try to keep above 50%
• Height & Growth Rate: Typically grows to about 5cm, slow growth rate
• Pot Size: 8.5cm

Ensete ventricosum 'Maurelii', also known as the Red Abyssinian Banana boasts broad, paddle-shaped leaves flushed in deep burgundy and green, this tropical showstopper delivers instant impact and exotic energy. Though it resembles a banana plant, it does not produce edible fruit - it's grown purely for its stunning ornamental foliage.

Characteristics:

• Common Name: Red Abyssinian Banana
• Light: Full sun to bright indirect light; more light brings out deeper coloration
• Water: Keep soil consistently moist but not waterlogged; reduce in cooler months
• Temperature: Prefers warm conditions between 18-30°C
• Humidity: Enjoys high humidity; mist regularly or place near a humidifier
• Height & Growth Rate: 55cm in height, fast-growing in optimal conditions
• Pot Size: 14cm

Euphorbia milii 'Vulcano', commonly known as Crown of Thorns, is a vibrant and hardy flowering plant adored for its glossy green leaves and clusters of fiery red-pink bracts. Its compact, shrubby form and long flowering season make it a popular choice for bright indoor spots. It’s also drought-tolerant and low-maintenance, perfect for sunny windowsills.

Characteristics:

• Common Name: Crown of Thorns
• Light: Requires bright, direct to strong indirect light for best flowering
• Water: Allow soil to dry out between waterings; avoid overwatering
• Temperature: Thrives in 18-26°C; protect from cold temperatures below 10°C
• Humidity: Tolerates average indoor humidity
• Height & Growth Rate: 25cm in height, slow to moderate growth
• Pot Size: 13cm

Kratiste Philodendron Lime is a stunning indoor climber known for its heart-shaped, chartreuse leaves that add a vibrant pop of color to any room. With its lively lime-green foliage and climbing habit, this easy-care plant brings both style and freshness to indoor environments.

Ideal for trellises or moss poles, it's a standout choice for modern plant lovers looking to elevate their green decor.

Characteristics:

• Light: Bright, indirect light; tolerates moderate light but may lose vibrancy in low light
• Water: Water when the top inch of soil feels dry; avoid soggy soil
• Temperature: Thrives in 18-27°C
• Humidity: Prefers high humidity but adapts well to average indoor levels
• Height & Growth Rate: Typically reaches a height of 90cm, fast-growing under optimal conditions
• Pot Size: 14cm

Maranta leuconeura 'Lemon Lime' is a striking variety of prayer plant, treasured for its vivid lime green veins and patterns that contrast beautifully against the darker green background of its leaves. Known for its unique movement, the leaves fold upwards at night as if in prayer, making it a dynamic and interactive houseplant.

Characteristics:

• Common Name: Lemon Lime Prayer Plant
• Light: Bright, indirect light; tolerates lower light but colours fade in deep shade
• Water: Keep the soil evenly moist; water when the top layer feels dry
• Temperature: Prefers 18-24°C; keep away from cold draughts
• Humidity: High humidity is essential; mist frequently or use a pebble tray
• Height & Growth Rate: Grows up to 30-40cm tall; moderate growth rate under optimal conditions
• Pot Size: 12cm

Also known as Swiss Cheese Plant, Monsera 'Deliciosa' is a beautiful houseplant with deep glossy green foliage with unique, irregular holes scattered around the foliage. Very easy to take care of, prefers indirect light.

Image used for illustration purposes only. Pot size and colour may vary slightly.

Characteristics:

• Common Name: Swiss Cheese Plant
• Type: Houseplant
• Colour: Green
• Approx. Height: 1.5m
• Position: Partially Sunny Site
• Pot Size: P14

Often nicknamed the 'Mini Monstera', Monstera deliciosa 'Minima' is a fast-growing, vining indoor plant adored for its split, fenestrated leaves that mirror the iconic Monstera look in a more compact form. Perfect for small spaces, it climbs beautifully with support and adds instant texture and vibrancy to any indoor setting.

Characteristics:

• Common Name: Mini Monstera
• Light: Bright, indirect light; tolerates lower light but thrives with more brightness
• Water: Water when the top 2-3 cm of soil feels dry; do not let it sit in water
• Temperature: Prefers 18-27°C
• Humidity: Enjoys moderate to high humidity; adapts well to typical indoor levels
• Height & Growth Rate: Reached 30cm and above, fast rate of growth
• Pot Size: 12cm

Monstera deliciosa (with Moss Pole) is a classic and beloved tropical plant known for its large, glossy leaves with natural splits and fenestrations. With the support of a moss pole, this plant climbs vertically, mimicking its natural growth habit and encouraging larger, more mature foliage.

Characteristics:

• Common Name: Swiss Cheese Plant
• Light: Prefers bright, indirect light; tolerates some shade
• Water: Water when the top 2-3 cm of soil feels dry; avoid soggy soil
• Temperature: Ideal range is 18-27°C; sensitive to cold
• Humidity: Enjoys moderate to high humidity; misting helps, especially in dry indoor air
• Height & Growth Rate: 85cm in height, fast-growing
• Pot Size: 19cm

Nepenthes 'Gaya', also known as Monkey Jars, is a fascinating tropical carnivorous plant renowned for its vibrant, pitcher-shaped traps that hang like ornamental lanterns. These pitchers attract and digest insects, making this plant both functional and visually intriguing. Ideal for hanging planters, it thrives in warm, humid environments and adds exotic flair to any indoor space.

Characteristics:

• Common Name: Monkey Jars
• Light: Prefers bright, indirect light; avoid harsh direct sunlight
• Water: Use rainwater or distilled water, avoid tap water; keep soil consistently moist but not soggy
• Temperature: Best between 20-28°C; avoid cold conditions
• Humidity: Requires high humidity (above 50-60%); mist regularly or use a humidifier
• Height & Growth Rate: 45cm in height, moderate grower
• Pot Size: 14cm

Nephrolepis exaltata 'Boston', commonly known as the Boston Fern, is a lush and elegant houseplant with arching fronds of finely divided, vibrant green leaves. Known for its classic beauty and air-purifying qualities, it's a favorite for adding a touch of freshness to indoor or shaded outdoor spaces.

Characteristics:

• Common Name: Boston Fern
• Light: Thrives in bright, indirect light; tolerates partial shade. Avoid direct sunlight
• Water: Keep the soil consistently moist but not waterlogged. Water when the topsoil feels slightly dry
• Temperature: Prefers temperatures between 18-24°C. Avoid cold drafts or extreme heat
• Humidity: High humidity is essential; mist regularly or place near a humidifier
• Height & Growth Rate: Grows up to 60-90cm tall and wide; moderate growth rate
• Pot Size: 12cm

Nephrolepis exaltata 'Boston', commonly known as the Boston Fern, is a lush and elegant houseplant with arching fronds of finely divided, vibrant green leaves. Known for its classic beauty and air-purifying qualities, it's a favorite for adding a touch of freshness to indoor or shaded outdoor spaces.

Characteristics:

• Common Name: Boston Fern
• Light: Thrives in bright, indirect light; tolerates partial shade. Avoid direct sunlight
• Water: Keep the soil consistently moist but not waterlogged. Water when the topsoil feels slightly dry
• Temperature: Prefers temperatures between 18-24°C. Avoid cold drafts or extreme heat
• Humidity: High humidity is essential; mist regularly or place near a humidifier
• Height & Growth Rate: Grows up to 60-90cm tall and wide; moderate growth rate
• Pot Size: 17cm

Nephrolepis exaltata Green Lady is a wonderful indoor plant that's very easy to care for. It is an excellent plant for absorbing toxins and producing oxygen. The fern also helps to humidify a room so the indoor climate is improved.

Characteristics:

• Common Name: Boston Fern
• Light: Bright, indirect light
• Water: Water regularly
• Temperature: Average household temperatures 16-24°C, but no lower than 12°C.
• Humidity: These ferns prefer higher humidity level and don't do well in dry air conditions
• Height & Growth Rate: 35cm, average rate of growth

The money tree Pachira aquatica is a sought-after house plant that has attractive umbrella-like leaves and an easy going nature.

Characteristics:

• Common Name: Money Tree
• Light: Prefers bright, indirect light
• Water: Water when the top few cm of the soil is dry
• Temperature: Thrives between 10-20°C
• Humidity: Prefers high levels of humidity
• Max. Height & Growth Rate: 90cm, moderate to fast rate of growth
• Pot Size: 12cm

Pachira aquatica, commonly known as the Money Tree, is a unique and attractive indoor plant. Its distinct feature is its braided trunk, which adds to its ornamental appeal. Pachira aquatica is not only aesthetically pleasing but is also believed to bring good luck and prosperity according to Feng Shui principles.

Characteristics:

• Common Name: Money Tree
• Light: Prefers bright, indirect sunlight
• Water: Keep the soil consistently moist but not soggy. Water thoroughly when the top inch of soil feels dry
• Temperature: Ideal temperature range of 18-24°C
• Humidity: This plant enjoys moderate humidity levels, but it can adapt to lower humidity environments
• Height & Growth Rate: Money Trees can grow up to 2.4 metres, moderate rate of growth
• Pot Size: 27cm

The raindrop peperomia is an easy-to-care for indoor plant with unique heart-like foliage. The plant doesn't grow much bigger than one foot, making it the ideal plant for a desk.

Characteristics:

• Common Name: Raindrop Peperomia
• Light: Prefers direct light
• Water: Water generously while allowing the top few inches of the soil to dry between waterings
• Temperature: Happy in temperature ranges between 18-26°C
• Humidity: Likes humid conditions
• Height & Growth Rate: 20cm, slow rate of growth
• Pot Size: 12cm

Peperomia rotundifolia (commonly known as Trailing Jade or Round Leaf Peperomia) is a charming, compact trailing plant with small, round, fleshy leaves. It’s perfect for shelves or hanging planters and is known for its soft, cascading growth habit. This plant is easy to care for and well-suited to indoor environments.

Characteristics:

• Common Name: Trailing Jade
• Light: Prefers bright, indirect light; can tolerate lower light but growth may slow
• Water: Allow the top layer of soil to dry out between waterings; avoid overwatering
• Temperature: Thrives in temperatures between 18-24°C
• Humidity: Prefers moderate humidity but adapts well to typical indoor levels
• Height & Growth Rate: 25cm trail; moderate growth rate
• Pot Size: 12cm