Oxalis Triangularis – How to Grow & Care Purple Shamrock Oxalis triangularis are often named as “purple shamrocks”, but I like to call them “The Butterfly Plant”. The plant’s history is often traced back to St. Patrick, who held a similar plant and used the three leaves to clarify the concept of the Almighty to…
Recently I came across a write up shared by my friend about a forest growing technique pioneered by a Japanese botanist names Akira Miyawaki. Akira Miyawaki was born on 29th January 1928 and he is a Japanese botanist as well as an expert in plant ecology, mainly specializing in seeds and the study of natural…
Few people aren’t aware of the ubiquitous aloe vera Plant: the gel from its fleshy leaves are so widely used for cosmetics and medicinal uses that this succulent is cultivated on large farms in Asia, Mexico, and in parts of us. However, the Aloe genus is large and diverse, containing many species native to Africa…
Pothos is one of the most popular indoor plants. These are generally not fussy about light or water or fertilization and when it comes to propagating a pothos, it’s easy that even a kid can propagate pothos easily. Pothos propagation begins with the root nodes on the stem right below the leaf or branch junctures.…
Many plants won’t survive outdoor when the temperature starts to drop and likewise Even indoor plants can sometimes have a tough time surviving the winter. Fortunately, there’s a lot you can do to help your house plants make it through the winter in the best of health. There are few things that you should keep…
Boston ferns (Nephrolepis exaltata) are popular houseplants and proper care is essential to keeping this plant healthy and growing. Even though growing Ferns are not difficult you have to know how to grow them and Learning how to set a comfortable environment for ferns to grow. Here are some simple tips which you can try…
GROWING A HEALTHY ALOE VERA HOW TO CARE FOR ALOE VERA PLANTS The aloe vera plant is very easy to grow succulent which makes for a great indoor companion. Aloe vera plants are very useful as the juice from their leaves can be used to relieve pain from scrapes and burns when applied topically. The plant…
Pilea Peperomioides are known for their green, coin-shaped leaves commonly known as the Chinese money plant. They grow well in dry conditions, which can adapt pretty well into low light conditions, and are grows fast, making them low-maintenance plants. This plant is highly recommended for beginners. A healthy and happy Pilea will sprout tiny “pups”…
Bedroom plants can do more than just making your rooms look brighter and wonderful, they can also boost your mood, enhance your creativity, and reduce your stress levels. Plants are great at naturally filtering air pollutants. Most of the time we don’t realize that air pollutants are formed inside the house itself like smoke, paint,…
Croton plants (Codiaeum variegatum) are incredibly varied plants that are often grown as an outdoor plant. But in reality, if you know to care properly for a croton plant properly, it can make for a resilient and hard-to-kill indoor plant. Croton Indoor Plant The croton plant is often grown outdoors in tropical climates, but also…