Author: James Felps

Introduction  The Scindapsus Treubii plants sound exotic and mysterious, with variety names such as “Moonlight” and “Dark form”. While they sound otherworldly and are somewhat rare, caring for both varieties of this plant are achievable for novice plant owners as they make excellent houseplants. The Scindapsus Treubii are well suited to those who are new […]

Hoya lacunosa belongs to a relatively large Hoya genus of plants. Cinnamon-scented wax plant, waxflower, or porcelain flower are common names for this plant.  Originating in Asia and most commonly found in Malaysia and Indonesia, it is a gorgeous vine plant popular for its beautiful white flowers and rich cinnamon scent. It’s a household plant […]

Introduction If you’re looking for a stunning plant that will grow in all sorts of climates and circumstances, the black diamond crape myrtle is perfect for you. They come in a variety of different colors, and have rich, burgundy foliage to brighten up your yard when they aren’t in flower. These plants have a nice, […]

It is better to grow your Trachyandra Tortilis indoors, in a room with plenty of bright indirect light and good ventilation. Make sure to use well-draining sandy soil and adjust the watering schedule according to the season. This succulent is one of the most unique plants you’ll ever see. The guy looks like something from […]

Introduction Have you got a Sedirea japonica that you need help caring for? These orchids are breathtakingly beautiful and have very gorgeous flowers. They are also a wonderfully small houseplant to grow indoors, so if you’re short on space, they are absolutely perfect for you. They flower for several weeks and are decidedly unusual, gorgeous […]

Watermelon Dischidia (Dischidia ovata) Also called the Watermelon Dischidia, these hardy plants thrive in tropical or temperate climates with humidity levels between 40-90%. They grow in a diverse temperature range from 55-90°F and require little watering in cooler months. Fertilize from spring to fall using a diluted liquid fertilizer once a month.  The Dischidia ovata […]

Introduction If you have a Monstera borsigiana, you might be wondering how to care for it and what sort of environment it needs. These striking plants are also known as Swiss cheese plants due to the characteristic holes in their leaves, and they may be the most familiar member of this family, in part due […]

Plants: easy to admire, but difficult to care for if you don’t know what you’re doing. This dichotomy is especially true when it comes to plants few people are readily knowledgable about, such as the Hoya Wayetii plant. Most people haven’t even heard of it outside of a Google search. That being the case, this […]

Introduction Monstera dubais are not as well known as some of the other Monstera plants, but they are very beautiful and unusual plants, with variegated leaves. They are climbers and will scramble up any surface, with their leaves pressed flat against it. On trees, they look like roof tiles, fanning out to cover the bark. […]

Introduction If you are thinking of getting a Philodendron painted lady, you might be wondering about how to care for this plant. These evergreen aroids are very beautiful, and a little different from most Philodendrons in that their leaves are paler and yellower. They have a beautiful, textured look, and are low-maintenance, so they’re perfect […]