Houseplant Encyclopedia
Encyclopedia of popular houseplants with care guides, traits, and placement tips.
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© Hladac / CC BY-SA 4.0English Ivy
Hedera helix
An evergreen vine that climbs walls and trees with aerial roots. There are a great many cultivars with different leaf shapes and variegation; it is a staple trailing plant but is toxic to dogs and cats.
© AlbeitPK / CC BY-SA 4.0Philodendron 'Lemon Lime'
Philodendron hederaceum 'Lemon Lime'
A trailing heartleaf philodendron whose entire heart-shaped leaves are bright lemon-yellow to lime green. The colour is in the whole leaf rather than in patches.
© Photo by David J. Stang / CC BY-SA 4.0Philodendron Brasil
Philodendron hederaceum 'Brasil'
A trailing heartleaf philodendron whose deep green leaves carry a central stripe of yellow to light green. The variegation sits in the middle of the leaf while the margins stay dark green.
© Spnq / CC BY-SA 4.0Pothos 'Marble Queen'
Epipremnum aureum 'Marble Queen'
A pothos whose green leaves and stems are marbled with white to cream. The white areas are extensive, which distinguishes it from the yellow-streaked golden pothos.
© Krzysztof Ziarnek, Kenraiz / CC BY-SA 4.0Pothos 'Neon'
Epipremnum aureum 'Neon'
A pothos whose whole leaves are bright yellow to lime green. There is no variegation; every glossy heart-shaped leaf glows with the same vivid colour.
Scindapsus treubii 'Moonlight'
Scindapsus treubii 'Moonlight'
A Scindapsus with thick, glossy leaves that shine a pale, silvery green. Rather than the silver spots of S. pictus, the whole upper surface has a moonlight-like sheen.
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Houseplant FAQ
- How much do houseplants cost?
- Common Pothos and small Monstera cost 500-3,000 yen, variegated Monstera 10,000-100,000+ yen, and rare Philodendrons can reach tens to hundreds of thousands of yen.
- Can beginners grow houseplants?
- Pothos, Sansevieria, and Pachira are shade-tolerant and hardy, making them easy for beginners. Once you learn the watering schedule, they're hard to kill and great for indoor enjoyment.
- What should I check when buying houseplants?
- Check for well-established roots, leaves free of disease spots or pests, and no excessive stretching. After purchase, avoid sudden environment changes and acclimate gradually.
- Why do houseplants die?
- Root rot from overwatering is the most common cause. Water only when the soil surface is dry. Insufficient light is the next most common issue, so ensure proper brightness for your variety.
- How long do houseplants live?
- With proper care, houseplants can thrive for decades. Monstera and rubber plants commonly live for many decades, and you can propagate them through cuttings and division.