Plant Care Guide

Welcome to Bloom Siren – Your Ultimate Plant Care Guide 🌿

Whether you're a beginner or a seasoned plant enthusiast, you've come to the right place for expert advice on plant care! Our mission is to help you create a thriving garden or indoor oasis with the right tools, tips, and products.

What You'll Find Here:

  • Soil Selection: Not all plants are the same, and neither are their soil needs! Explore our detailed guides to find the perfect soil for every type of plant, from succulents to tropical houseplants.

  • Product Recommendations: We'll help you discover the best tools, fertilizers, and accessories to make your plant care routine simple and effective.

  • Growing Tips & Tutorials: Learn how to keep your plants healthy, from watering schedules to troubleshooting common issues.

  • Future Additions: Keep an eye out for even more plant care products and guides that will be added in the near future.

Whether you're looking for the ideal soil mix or wondering what your plant needs next, we've got you covered. Start your journey to greener thumbs today!

Plant Care Library

Adelomena

Scientific name: Adelomena Crinipes / Adelomena yanamonoensis
Soil: Monstera & Philodendron Blend
Humidity: Medium (50–70%)
Light: Bright, indirect light
Watering: Every 7–10 days; allow the top 2–3cm to dry
Temp: 18–27°C
Difficulty: Easy–Medium

African Violet

Scientific name: Streptocarpus
Soil: Terrarium Blend
Humidity: Very high (80–95%)
Light: Low–medium, indirect light
Watering: Every 7–14 days; keep lightly moist & avoid wetting leaves
Temp: 18–24°C
Difficulty: Medium
Notes: Prone to leaf rot if kept too wet.

Aloe Tiger Plant

Scientific name: Gonialoe variegata
Soil: Cacti & Succulent Blend
Humidity: Low (30–50%)
Light: Bright light, some direct sun
Watering: Every 14–21 days; allow soil to dry completely
Temp: 18–26°C
Difficulty: Easy

Aloe Vera

Scientific name: Aloe vera
Soil: Cacti & Succulent Blend
Humidity: Low (30–50%)
Light: Bright light, some direct sun
Watering: Every 14–21 days; allow soil to dry completely
Temp: 18–26°C
Difficulty: Easy

Amydrium medium

Soil: Monstera & Philodendron Blend
Humidity: Medium–High (60–70%)
Light: Bright, indirect light
Watering: Every 7–10 days; allow the top layer to dry slightly
Temp: 18–27°C
Difficulty: Medium

Angel’s Wing

Scientific name: Xanthosoma lindenii
Soil: Alocasia Blend
Humidity: High (60–80%)
Light: Bright, indirect
Watering: Every 5–7 days; keep lightly moist but never soggy
Temp: 20–28°C
Difficulty: Medium–Hard
Notes: 20% added Perlite / Pumice.

Ant Plant

Scientific name: Hydnophytum papuanum
Soil: Ficus Blend
Humidity: Medium–High (60–70%)
Light: Bright, indirect light
Watering: Every 7–10 days; avoid standing water
Temp: 18–26°C
Difficulty: Medium

Anthurium clarinervium

Soil: Anthurium & Orchid Blend
Humidity: High (65–85%)
Light: Bright, indirect
Watering: Every 5–7 days; allow the top to dry slightly
Temp: 18–26°C
Difficulty: Medium–Hard
Notes: Prefers very airy soil and consistent humidity.

Anthurium crystallinum

Soil: Anthurium & Orchid Blend
Humidity: High (70–85%)
Light: Bright, indirect
Watering: Every 5–7 days; keep lightly moist
Temp: 18–26°C
Difficulty: Medium–Hard
Notes: Lower humidity = crispy edges, especially in winter.

Anthurium regale

Soil: Anthurium & Orchid Blend
Humidity: Very High (75–90%)
Light: Bright, indirect
Watering: Every 5–7 days; keep lightly moist
Temp: 18–26°C
Difficulty: Hard

Anthurium magnificum

Soil: Anthurium & Orchid Blend
Humidity: High (65–80%)
Light: Bright, indirect
Watering: Every 5–7 days; allow top layer to dry slightly
Temp: 18–26°C
Difficulty: Medium

Anthurium forgetii

Soil: Anthurium & Orchid Blend
Humidity: High (70–85%)
Light: Bright, indirect
Watering: Every 4–6 days; keep lightly moist
Temp: 18–26°C
Difficulty: Medium–Hard
Notes: No sinus (heart dip) — very sensitive to dry air.

King Anthurium

Scientific name: Anthurium veitchii
Soil: Anthurium & Orchid Blend
Humidity: High (70–85%)
Light: Bright, indirect
Watering: Every 5–7 days; keep lightly moist in airy soil
Temp: 18–26°C
Difficulty: Medium–Hard

Aralia Ming

Scientific name: Polyscias fruticosa
Soil: Ficus Blend
Humidity: Medium (50–70%)
Light: Bright, indirect light
Watering: Every 7–10 days; allow the top to dry slightly
Temp: 18–26°C
Difficulty: Medium

Asparagus Fern

Scientific name: Asparagus setaceus
Soil: Fern Blend
Humidity: High (60–80%)
Light: Medium, indirect light
Watering: Every 3–5 days; keep evenly moist
Temp: 16–24°C
Difficulty: Medium
Notes: Not a true fern, but enjoys similar conditions.

Australian Chestnut

Scientific name: Castanospermum australe
Soil: Ficus Blend
Humidity: Medium (50–70%)
Light: Bright, indirect light
Watering: Every 7–10 days; allow the top to dry
Temp: 18–26°C
Difficulty: Medium

Autograph Tree

Scientific name: Clusia rosea
Soil: Ficus Blend
Humidity: Medium (50–70%)
Light: Bright, indirect to soft direct light
Watering: Every 7–10 days; allow the top 2–3cm to dry
Temp: 18–26°C
Difficulty: Medium

Avocado Plant

Scientific name: Persea americana
Soil: Ficus Blend
Humidity: Medium (50–70%)
Light: Bright, indirect to sunny window
Watering: Every 7–10 days; avoid soggy soil
Temp: 18–26°C
Difficulty: Medium

Baby’s Tears

Scientific name: Soleirolia soleirolii
Soil: Fern Blend
Humidity: High (60–80%)
Light: Medium, indirect light
Watering: Every 3–5 days; keep soil moist
Temp: 16–24°C
Difficulty: Medium

Bamboo

Scientific name: Bambusa spp. (indoor forms)
Soil: Fern Blend
Humidity: Medium–High (60–70%)
Light: Bright, indirect to medium
Watering: Every 5–7 days; keep lightly moist
Temp: 16–26°C
Difficulty: Medium

Banana Plant

Scientific name: Musa spp.
Soil: Calathea & Maranta Blend
Humidity: High (60–80%)
Light: Bright, indirect to soft direct light
Watering: Every 3–7 days; keep lightly moist
Temp: 20–28°C
Difficulty: Medium
Notes: Add 20% Bark.

Begonia

Scientific name: Begonia spp.
Soil: Fern Blend
Humidity: High (60–80%)
Light: Bright, indirect
Watering: Every 3–7 days; keep lightly moist
Temp: 18–24°C
Difficulty: Medium
Notes: Added Perlite for extra drainage.

Bird’s Nest Fern

Scientific name: Asplenium nidus
Soil: Fern Blend  |  Anthurium & Orchid Blend
Humidity: High (60–80%)
Light: Medium–bright, indirect
Watering: Every 3–7 days; keep evenly moist
Temp: 18–26°C
Difficulty: Medium

Birds of Paradise

Scientific name: Strelitzia reginae / nicolai
Soil: Ficus Blend
Humidity: Medium (50–70%)
Light: Bright light, ideally with sun
Watering: Every 5–10 days; allow the top to dry
Temp: 18–26°C
Difficulty: Medium
Notes: 20% added Bark.

Birkin

Scientific name: Philodendron Birkin
Soil: Monstera & Philodendron Blend
Humidity: Medium–High (60–70%)
Light: Bright, indirect
Watering: Every 7–10 days; allow the top to dry
Temp: 18–27°C
Difficulty: Easy–Medium

Birds Foot Cactus

Scientific name: Lepismium cruciforme
Soil: Cacti & Succulent Blend
Humidity: Low–Medium (40–60%)
Light: Bright indirect to filtered sun
Watering: Every 10–21 days; allow soil to fully dry
Temp: 18–26°C
Difficulty: Easy–Medium

Black Coral

Scientific name: Zamioculcas zamiifolia ‘Black Coral’
Soil: Cacti & Succulent Blend
Humidity: Low–Medium (30–60%)
Light: Low to bright, indirect
Watering: Every 14–21 days; allow soil to dry completely
Temp: 16–26°C
Difficulty: Very Easy

Bottle Palm

Scientific name: Dypsis lutescens
Soil: Fern Blend
Humidity: Medium–High (60–70%)
Light: Bright, indirect
Watering: Every 5–7 days; keep lightly moist
Temp: 18–26°C
Difficulty: Medium

Bromeliad

Scientific name: Bromeliaceae spp.
Soil: Fern Blend
Humidity: Medium–High (60–70%)
Light: Bright, indirect
Watering: Every 5–7 days; keep the central cup topped with fresh water
Temp: 18–26°C
Difficulty: Medium

Burning Bush

Scientific name: Pedilanthus tithymaloides
Soil: Cacti & Succulent Blend
Humidity: Low–Medium (40–60%)
Light: Bright, indirect to some direct sun
Watering: Every 10–21 days; allow soil to fully dry
Temp: 18–26°C
Difficulty: Easy–Medium

Butterfly Palm

Scientific name: Dypsis lutescens
Soil: Fern Blend
Humidity: High (60–80%)
Light: Bright, indirect
Watering: Every 5–7 days; keep lightly moist
Temp: 18–26°C
Difficulty: Medium

Belladonna Lily

Scientific name: Amaryllis (indoor Belladonna types)
Soil: Fern Blend
Humidity: Medium (50–70%)
Light: Bright, indirect to some gentle direct light
Watering: Every 7–10 days; allow the top half of the pot to dry between waterings
Temp: 16–24°C
Difficulty: Medium

Biophytum sensitivum

Soil: Terrarium Blend
Humidity: Very high (80–95%)
Light: Low–medium, indirect light
Watering: Every 7–14 days; keep lightly moist, do not allow to bone dry
Temp: 18–24°C
Difficulty: Medium

Bloodleaf

Scientific name: Iresine herbstii
Soil: Fern Blend
Humidity: Medium–High (60–70%)
Light: Bright, indirect; stronger light keeps colour intense
Watering: Every 3–7 days; keep soil lightly moist
Temp: 18–26°C
Difficulty: Medium
Notes: Grows even better in a high-humidity terrarium-style setup.

Blue Star Fern

Scientific name: Phlebodium aureum
Soil: Anthurium & Orchid Blend  |  Fern Blend
Humidity: High (60–80%)
Light: Medium, indirect; no harsh direct sun
Watering: Every 3–7 days; keep evenly moist but well-aerated
Temp: 16–24°C
Difficulty: Medium
Notes: Naturally epiphytic – loves airy, chunky mixes and humidity.

Bonsai

Soil: Ficus Blend
Humidity: Medium (50–70%)
Light: Bright, indirect; some species enjoy gentle sun
Watering: Every 5–10 days; allow the top to dry, but don’t let trees fully desiccate
Temp: 16–24°C
Difficulty: Medium–Hard (depends heavily on species)
Notes: Suits many indoor bonsai; unusual species may need more specific advice.

Boston Fern

Scientific name: Nephrolepis exaltata
Soil: Fern Blend
Humidity: High (60–80%)
Light: Medium, indirect; ideal in bright bathrooms or humid rooms
Watering: Every 3–5 days; keep consistently moist, never bone dry
Temp: 16–24°C
Difficulty: Medium–Hard in dry homes

Brake Fern

Scientific name: Pteris straminea
Soil: Fern Blend
Humidity: High (60–80%)
Light: Medium, indirect light
Watering: Every 3–5 days; keep evenly moist
Temp: 16–24°C
Difficulty: Medium

Bright Star

Scientific name: Murdannia loriformis
Soil: Calathea & Maranta Blend
Humidity: Medium–High (60–70%)
Light: Medium–bright, indirect light
Watering: Every 5–7 days; keep lightly moist with a small dry period
Temp: 18–26°C
Difficulty: Medium

Bromeliad

Scientific name: Neoregilia (epiphytic bromeliads)
Soil: Anthurium & Orchid Blend
Humidity: Medium–High (60–70%)
Light: Bright, indirect; some can take gentle morning sun
Watering: Every 5–7 days; keep the central cup topped with fresh water and soil just lightly moist
Temp: 18–26°C
Difficulty: Medium
Notes: Epiphytic habit – appreciates airy mix and good airflow.

Buddha Belly Plant

Scientific name: Jatropha podagrica
Soil: Cacti & Succulent Blend
Humidity: Low–Medium (40–60%)
Light: Bright light with some direct sun
Watering: Every 10–21 days; allow soil to dry completely between waterings
Temp: 18–26°C
Difficulty: Medium
Notes: Grown as a succulent caudex – avoid overwatering.

Burro’s Tail

Scientific name: Sedum morganianum
Soil: Cacti & Succulent Blend
Humidity: Low (30–50%)
Light: Bright, indirect to some gentle direct sun
Watering: Every 14–21 days; let soil dry fully, very rot-prone if wet
Temp: 18–26°C
Difficulty: Medium (fragile foliage)

Bush Lily

Scientific name: Clivia miniata
Soil: Anthurium & Orchid Blend
Humidity: Medium (50–70%)
Light: Bright, indirect; avoids harsh midday sun
Watering: Every 7–10 days; allow top to dry slightly between waterings
Temp: 16–24°C
Difficulty: Medium

Bush Senecio

Scientific name: Senecio barbertonicus
Soil: Cacti & Succulent Blend
Humidity: Low–Medium (40–60%)
Light: Bright light with some direct sun
Watering: Every 10–21 days; allow the mix to dry completely
Temp: 18–26°C
Difficulty: Easy–Medium

Calla Lily

Scientific name: Zantedeschia aethiopica
Soil: Calathea & Maranta Blend
Humidity: Medium–High (60–70%)
Light: Bright, indirect light
Watering: Every 5–7 days; keep soil lightly moist, don’t allow to fully dry when in growth
Temp: 16–24°C
Difficulty: Medium

Caricature Plant

Scientific name: Graptophyllum pictum
Soil: Syngonium Blend
Humidity: Medium–High (60–70%)
Light: Bright, indirect; stronger light keeps colours vivid
Watering: Every 5–7 days; keep lightly moist with a short dry period
Temp: 18–26°C
Difficulty: Medium

Cast Iron Plant

Scientific name: Aspidistra elatior
Soil: Ficus Blend
Humidity: Low–Medium (40–60%)
Light: Low to medium, indirect; very tolerant of shade
Watering: Every 10–14 days; allow soil to dry slightly between waterings
Temp: 12–24°C
Difficulty: Very Easy

China Doll Plant

Scientific name: Radermachera sinica
Soil: Ficus Blend
Humidity: Medium (50–70%)
Light: Bright, indirect; avoid low light to prevent leaf drop
Watering: Every 7–10 days; allow the top layer to dry
Temp: 16–24°C
Difficulty: Medium

Chilli Plant

Scientific name: Capsicum annuum (houseplant grown)
Soil: Ficus Blend
Humidity: Medium (50–70%)
Light: Bright light; ideally some direct sun
Watering: Every 5–7 days; keep lightly moist while flowering and fruiting
Temp: 18–26°C
Difficulty: Medium

Chinese Evergreen

Scientific name: Aglaonema spp.
Soil: Monstera & Philodendron Blend
Humidity: Medium (50–70%)
Light: Low–bright, indirect; colourful forms prefer brighter light
Watering: Every 7–10 days; allow the top 2–3cm to dry
Temp: 18–26°C
Difficulty: Easy–Medium

Chinese Banyan

Scientific name: Ficus microcarpa
Soil: Ficus Blend
Humidity: Medium (50–70%)
Light: Bright, indirect; avoid cold drafts and sudden moves
Watering: Every 7–10 days; allow top layer to dry
Temp: 18–26°C
Difficulty: Medium

Chinese Money Plant

Scientific name: Pilea peperomioides
Soil: Ficus Blend
Humidity: Medium (40–60%)
Light: Bright, indirect; rotate regularly for even growth
Watering: Every 7–10 days; allow top 2–3cm to dry
Temp: 16–24°C
Difficulty: Easy–Medium

Chlorophytum

Soil: Syngonium Blend
Humidity: Medium (50–70%)
Light: Medium–bright, indirect; tolerant and forgiving
Watering: Every 5–7 days; keep lightly moist with short dry period
Temp: 16–26°C
Difficulty: Very Easy

Cholla Cactus

Scientific name: Cylindropuntia spp.
Soil: Cacti & Succulent Blend
Humidity: Low (30–50%)
Light: Bright light with plenty of direct sun
Watering: Every 14–28 days; let soil dry out completely
Temp: 18–30°C
Difficulty: Easy

Christmas Cactus

Scientific name: Schlumbergera spp.
Soil: Anthurium & Orchid Blend
Humidity: Medium (50–70%)
Light: Bright, indirect; gentle morning sun is OK
Watering: Every 7–14 days; allow soil to dry slightly
Temp: 15–24°C
Difficulty: Easy–Medium

Chusquea Culeou

Soil: Fern Blend
Humidity: Medium–High (60–70%)
Light: Bright, indirect
Watering: Every 5–7 days; keep lightly moist
Temp: 16–24°C
Difficulty: Medium

Climbing Onion

Scientific name: Bowiea volubilis
Soil: Cacti & Succulent Blend
Humidity: Low–Medium (40–60%)
Light: Bright, indirect to sunny windowsill
Watering: Every 14–21 days; allow soil to dry completely between waterings
Temp: 16–24°C
Difficulty: Medium
Notes: A climbing, bulb-forming succulent — avoid overwatering.

Climbing Spinach

Scientific name: Basella rubra
Soil: Ficus Blend
Humidity: Medium–High (60–70%)
Light: Bright, indirect to sunny spot
Watering: Every 5–7 days; keep soil consistently but lightly moist
Temp: 18–26°C
Difficulty: Medium

Clivia

Scientific name: Clivia miniata
Soil: Anthurium & Orchid Blend
Humidity: Medium (50–70%)
Light: Bright, indirect; avoid harsh midday sun
Watering: Every 7–10 days; allow the top to dry slightly
Temp: 16–24°C
Difficulty: Medium

Coffee Plant

Scientific name: Coffea arabica
Soil: Calathea & Maranta Blend
Humidity: Medium–High (60–70%)
Light: Bright, indirect; avoid full strong sun indoors
Watering: Every 5–7 days; keep lightly moist
Temp: 18–26°C
Difficulty: Medium

Coleus

Scientific name: Solenostemon scutellarioides
Soil: Syngonium Blend
Humidity: Medium (50–70%)
Light: Bright, indirect; strong light keeps leaf colour bold
Watering: Every 5–7 days; keep lightly moist
Temp: 18–26°C
Difficulty: Easy–Medium

Coral Bead Plant

Scientific name: Nertera granadensis
Soil: Fern Blend
Humidity: High (60–80%)
Light: Medium–bright, indirect
Watering: Every 3–7 days; keep evenly moist
Temp: 16–24°C
Difficulty: Medium–Hard
Notes: Dislikes drying out and appreciates cooler rooms.

Coral Cactus

Scientific name: Euphorbia lactea cristata
Soil: Cacti & Succulent Blend
Humidity: Low (30–50%)
Light: Bright light with sun
Watering: Every 14–28 days; allow soil to dry fully
Temp: 18–26°C
Difficulty: Easy–Medium
Notes: A Euphorbia rather than a true cactus — avoid overwatering.

Cordyline

Scientific name: Cordyline fruticosa
Soil: Syngonium Blend
Humidity: Medium–High (60–70%)
Light: Bright, indirect; strong light maintains colour
Watering: Every 5–7 days; keep lightly moist
Temp: 18–26°C
Difficulty: Medium

Corkscrew Albuca

Scientific name: Albuca spiralis
Soil: Cacti & Succulent Blend
Humidity: Low–Medium (30–60%)
Light: Bright light with sun
Watering: Every 10–21 days; allow soil to fully dry
Temp: 15–24°C
Difficulty: Medium

Crassula ovata

Soil: Cacti & Succulent Blend
Humidity: Low (30–50%)
Light: Bright, indirect to direct morning sun
Watering: Every 14–21 days; allow soil to fully dry between waterings
Temp: 15–26°C
Difficulty: Easy

Creeping Fig

Scientific name: Ficus pumila
Soil: Syngonium Blend
Humidity: Medium–High (60–70%)
Light: Bright, indirect to medium
Watering: Every 5–7 days; keep lightly moist
Temp: 16–26°C
Difficulty: Medium

Crinkle Plant

Scientific name: Adromischus cristatus
Soil: Cacti & Succulent Blend
Humidity: Low (30–50%)
Light: Bright light with sun
Watering: Every 14–21 days; allow soil to fully dry
Temp: 18–26°C
Difficulty: Easy–Medium

Crocodile Fern

Scientific name: Microsorum musifolium ‘Crocodyllus’
Soil: Fern Blend
Humidity: High (60–80%)
Light: Medium, indirect light
Watering: Every 3–7 days; keep consistently moist without waterlogging
Temp: 18–26°C
Difficulty: Medium

Crown of Thorns

Scientific name: Euphorbia milii
Soil: Cacti & Succulent Blend
Humidity: Low–Medium (40–60%)
Light: Bright light with sun
Watering: Every 10–21 days; allow soil to dry fully
Temp: 18–26°C
Difficulty: Easy–Medium
Notes: A Euphorbia — sap can be irritating, handle with care.

Cyclamen

Scientific name: Cyclamen persicum
Soil: Fern Blend
Humidity: Medium (50–70%)
Light: Bright, indirect
Watering: Every 7–10 days; keep lightly moist during growth, reduce in dormancy
Temp: 12–20°C
Difficulty: Medium
Notes: Prefers cooler rooms — avoid hot radiators and dry air.

Cymbidium

Soil: Anthurium & Orchid Blend
Humidity: Medium–High (60–70%)
Light: Bright, indirect to gentle sun
Watering: Every 7–14 days; allow mix to dry slightly between waterings
Temp: 10–25°C
Difficulty: Medium

Cypress Vine

Scientific name: Ipomoea quamoclit
Soil: Ficus Blend
Humidity: Medium (50–70%)
Light: Bright light with some sun
Watering: Every 5–7 days; keep lightly moist with short dry period
Temp: 18–26°C
Difficulty: Medium

Dahlia

Scientific name: Dahlia pinnata (grown indoors in pots)
Soil: Ficus Blend
Humidity: Medium (50–70%)
Light: Bright light to sunny window
Watering: Every 5–7 days; keep soil evenly moist in growth
Temp: 16–24°C
Difficulty: Medium

Daisy

Scientific name: Bellis perennis (indoor-kept)
Soil: Ficus Blend
Humidity: Low–Medium (40–60%)
Light: Bright light, some sun is ideal
Watering: Every 5–7 days; keep lightly moist
Temp: 12–22°C
Difficulty: Easy–Medium

Desert Cactus

Scientific name: Various Cactaceae species
Soil: Cacti & Succulent Blend
Humidity: Low (20–40%)
Light: Bright light with plenty of direct sun
Watering: Every 14–28 days; allow soil to fully dry
Temp: 18–30°C
Difficulty: Easy

Dizygotheca Elegantissima

Soil: Ficus Blend
Humidity: Medium–High (60–70%)
Light: Bright, indirect light
Watering: Every 5–7 days; keep lightly moist
Temp: 18–26°C
Difficulty: Medium–Hard

Dragon Fruit

Scientific name: Hylocereus undatus
Soil: Cacti & Succulent Blend
Humidity: Low–Medium (40–60%)
Light: Bright light with sun
Watering: Every 10–21 days; allow soil to dry mostly between waterings
Temp: 18–28°C
Difficulty: Medium

Dragon Tree

Scientific name: Dracaena marginata
Soil: Ficus Blend
Humidity: Low–Medium (40–60%)
Light: Medium–bright, indirect; tolerates lower light
Watering: Every 10–14 days; allow soil to dry most of the way
Temp: 18–26°C
Difficulty: Easy

Dracaena surculosa

Soil: Ficus Blend
Humidity: Medium (50–70%)
Light: Medium–bright, indirect
Watering: Every 7–10 days; allow the top layer to dry
Temp: 18–26°C
Difficulty: Easy–Medium

Dumb Cane

Scientific name: Dieffenbachia spp.
Soil: Monstera & Philodendron Blend
Humidity: Medium–High (60–70%)
Light: Bright, indirect; tolerates medium light
Watering: Every 7–10 days; allow top 2–3cm to dry
Temp: 18–26°C
Difficulty: Medium
Notes: Sap is toxic/irritant — wash hands after handling.

Earth Star Plant

Scientific name: Cryptanthus bivittatus
Soil: Anthurium & Orchid Blend
Humidity: Medium–High (60–70%)
Light: Bright, indirect light
Watering: Every 5–7 days; keep the mix just lightly moist
Temp: 18–26°C
Difficulty: Medium
Notes: A terrestrial Bromeliad that appreciates airy, bark-based mixes.

Elephant Bush

Scientific name: Portulacaria afra
Soil: Cacti & Succulent Blend
Humidity: Low–Medium (30–60%)
Light: Bright light with sun
Watering: Every 10–21 days; allow soil to dry fully
Temp: 18–28°C
Difficulty: Easy

Elephant’s Foot

Scientific name: Dioscorea elephantipes
Soil: Cacti & Succulent Blend
Humidity: Low (30–50%)
Light: Bright light, some sun
Watering: Every 14–28 days; allow soil to dry completely between drinks
Temp: 18–26°C
Difficulty: Medium–Hard
Notes: Caudex succulent — very sensitive to overwatering.

Elephant’s Ear

Scientific name: Colocasia spp.
Soil: Alocasia Blend
Humidity: High (60–80%)
Light: Bright, indirect to soft direct
Watering: Every 3–7 days; keep soil evenly moist
Temp: 20–28°C
Difficulty: Medium–Hard

Epiphyllum

Soil: Anthurium & Orchid Blend
Humidity: Medium (50–70%)
Light: Bright, indirect; no harsh midday sun
Watering: Every 7–14 days; allow the mix to dry slightly
Temp: 18–26°C
Difficulty: Medium

Eucalyptus

Scientific name: Eucalyptus gunnii (indoor grown dwarf types)
Soil: Ficus Blend
Humidity: Low–Medium (40–60%)
Light: Bright light with sun
Watering: Every 7–10 days; allow the top half of the pot to dry
Temp: 10–24°C
Difficulty: Medium–Hard
Notes: Prefers cooler rooms — heat and dry air can cause leaf drop.

Euphorbia

Scientific name: Euphorbia trigona / other upright Euphorbia
Soil: Cacti & Succulent Blend
Humidity: Low (30–50%)
Light: Bright light with sun
Watering: Every 14–21 days; allow soil to fully dry
Temp: 18–28°C
Difficulty: Easy–Medium
Notes: Sap is toxic/irritant — avoid contact with skin & eyes.

False Daisy

Scientific name: Eclipta prostrata
Soil: Fern Blend
Humidity: Medium–High (60–70%)
Light: Bright, indirect
Watering: Every 5–7 days; keep lightly moist
Temp: 16–26°C
Difficulty: Medium

False Aralia

Scientific name: Dizygotheca elegantissima
Soil: Ficus Blend
Humidity: Medium–High (60–70%)
Light: Bright, indirect; avoid low light
Watering: Every 5–7 days; keep lightly moist
Temp: 18–26°C
Difficulty: Medium–Hard
Notes: Can drop leaves if stressed by drafts or dryness.

Fern

Scientific name: Various Fern species
Soil: Fern Blend
Humidity: High (60–80%)
Light: Medium, indirect light
Watering: Every 3–5 days; keep evenly moist (never dry out fully)
Temp: 16–24°C
Difficulty: Medium

Ficus

Scientific name: Ficus elastica / benjamina / altissima etc.
Soil: Ficus Blend
Humidity: Medium (50–70%)
Light: Bright, indirect; dislikes sudden changes
Watering: Every 7–10 days; allow top layer to dry
Temp: 18–26°C
Difficulty: Medium

Ficus lyrata

Soil: Ficus Blend
Humidity: Medium (50–70%)
Light: Bright, indirect to soft filtered sun
Watering: Every 7–10 days; allow top half of the pot to dry
Temp: 18–26°C
Difficulty: Medium
Notes: Hates being moved — expect leaf drop if light changes.

Fiddle Leaf Fig

Scientific name: Ficus lyrata (common form name)
Soil: Ficus Blend
Humidity: Medium (50–70%)
Light: Bright, indirect; prefers stable conditions
Watering: Every 7–10 days; allow top 2–5cm to dry
Temp: 18–26°C
Difficulty: Medium

Fig Cactus

Scientific name: Opuntia spp.
Soil: Cacti & Succulent Blend
Humidity: Low (20–40%)
Light: Bright light with sun
Watering: Every 14–28 days; allow soil to fully dry
Temp: 18–30°C
Difficulty: Easy

Fittonia

Scientific name: Fittonia albivenis (Nerve Plant)
Soil: Calathea & Maranta Blend
Humidity: High (60–80%)
Light: Medium, indirect; ideal for terrariums
Watering: Every 3–5 days; keep consistently moist
Temp: 18–24°C
Difficulty: Medium

Flame Lily

Scientific name: Gloriosa superba
Soil: Fern Blend
Humidity: Medium–High (60–70%)
Light: Bright, indirect light
Watering: Every 5–7 days; keep lightly moist in growth
Temp: 18–26°C
Difficulty: Medium

Flapjack Plant

Scientific name: Kalanchoe thyrsiflora / luciae
Soil: Cacti & Succulent Blend
Humidity: Low–Medium (30–60%)
Light: Bright light with sun
Watering: Every 14–21 days; allow soil to fully dry
Temp: 18–26°C
Difficulty: Easy–Medium

Flask Orchid

Scientific name: Spiranthes sinensis
Soil: Anthurium & Orchid Blend
Humidity: Medium–High (60–70%)
Light: Bright, indirect
Watering: Every 7–10 days; allow mix to dry slightly
Temp: 18–24°C
Difficulty: Medium

Flaming Katy

Scientific name: Kalanchoe blossfeldiana
Soil: Cacti & Succulent Blend
Humidity: Low–Medium (40–60%)
Light: Bright light with some direct sun
Watering: Every 10–14 days; allow soil to dry between waterings
Temp: 18–26°C
Difficulty: Easy–Medium

Flamingo Flower

Scientific name: Anthurium andraeanum
Soil: Anthurium & Orchid Blend
Humidity: High (60–80%)
Light: Bright, indirect; avoid harsh midday sun
Watering: Every 5–7 days; keep evenly moist but airy
Temp: 18–26°C
Difficulty: Medium

Foxtail Fern

Scientific name: Asparagus densiflorus ‘Myersii’
Soil: Fern Blend
Humidity: Medium–High (60–70%)
Light: Bright, indirect to soft morning sun
Watering: Every 3–7 days; keep lightly moist
Temp: 16–26°C
Difficulty: Medium

Friendship Plant

Scientific name: Pilea involucrata
Soil: Calathea & Maranta Blend
Humidity: High (60–80%)
Light: Medium, indirect light
Watering: Every 3–5 days; keep consistently lightly moist
Temp: 18–24°C
Difficulty: Medium

Gardenia

Scientific name: Gardenia jasminoides
Soil: Fern Blend
Humidity: High (60–80%)
Light: Bright, indirect; some morning sun helps flowering
Watering: Every 3–7 days; keep moist but never waterlogged
Temp: 16–24°C
Difficulty: Hard
Notes: Likes acidic soil, high humidity and consistent care — can be fussy.

Geranium

Scientific name: Pelargonium spp.
Soil: Ficus Blend
Humidity: Low–Medium (40–60%)
Light: Bright light with sun
Watering: Every 7–10 days; allow the top half to dry
Temp: 16–24°C
Difficulty: Easy–Medium

Gerbera Daisy

Scientific name: Gerbera jamesonii
Soil: Ficus Blend
Humidity: Medium (50–70%)
Light: Bright, indirect to sunny window
Watering: Every 5–7 days; keep lightly moist but well-drained
Temp: 16–24°C
Difficulty: Medium

Ginkgo bonsai

Scientific name: Ginkgo biloba (bonsai form)
Soil: Ficus Blend
Humidity: Medium (50–70%)
Light: Bright light to sun
Watering: Every 5–10 days; allow the top layer to dry
Temp: 10–24°C
Difficulty: Medium–Hard

Glory Bush

Scientific name: Tibouchina urvilleana
Soil: Syngonium Blend
Humidity: Medium–High (60–70%)
Light: Bright, indirect to sunny window
Watering: Every 5–7 days; keep lightly moist
Temp: 18–26°C
Difficulty: Medium

Gold Dust Croton

Scientific name: Codiaeum variegatum ‘Gold Dust’
Soil: Syngonium Blend
Humidity: Medium–High (60–70%)
Light: Bright, indirect; strong light improves variegation
Watering: Every 5–7 days; allow top layer to dry slightly
Temp: 18–26°C
Difficulty: Medium

Goldfish Plant

Scientific name: Nematanthus spp.
Soil: Fern Blend
Humidity: Medium–High (60–70%)
Light: Bright, indirect; avoid harsh midday sun
Watering: Every 5–7 days; keep lightly moist
Temp: 16–24°C
Difficulty: Medium

Grape Ivy

Scientific name: Cissus rhombifolia
Soil: Ficus Blend
Humidity: Medium (50–70%)
Light: Medium–bright, indirect
Watering: Every 7–10 days; allow top layer to dry slightly
Temp: 16–24°C
Difficulty: Medium

Greenovia aurea

Soil: Cacti & Succulent Blend
Humidity: Low (30–50%)
Light: Bright light with sun
Watering: Every 10–21 days; allow soil to fully dry
Temp: 18–26°C
Difficulty: Medium

Guzmania

Scientific name: Guzmania lingulata & cultivars
Soil: Anthurium & Orchid Blend
Humidity: High (60–80%)
Light: Bright, indirect
Watering: Every 5–7 days; keep the central cup topped with fresh water
Temp: 18–26°C
Difficulty: Medium

Haworthia

Scientific name: Haworthia spp.
Soil: Cacti & Succulent Blend
Humidity: Low (30–50%)
Light: Bright, indirect to gentle sun
Watering: Every 14–21 days; allow soil to fully dry
Temp: 16–26°C
Difficulty: Easy

Heart Leaf Philodendron

Scientific name: Philodendron hederaceum
Soil: Monstera & Philodendron Blend
Humidity: Medium (50–70%)
Light: Medium–bright, indirect
Watering: Every 7–10 days; allow the top 2–3cm to dry
Temp: 18–27°C
Difficulty: Easy

Heartleaf Ice Plant

Scientific name: Aptenia cordifolia
Soil: Cacti & Succulent Blend
Humidity: Low (30–50%)
Light: Bright light with sun
Watering: Every 10–21 days; allow soil to fully dry
Temp: 18–28°C
Difficulty: Easy

Hedera Ivy

Scientific name: Hedera helix
Soil: Syngonium Blend
Humidity: Medium (50–70%)
Light: Medium–bright, indirect; prefers cooler rooms
Watering: Every 5–7 days; keep lightly moist
Temp: 12–22°C
Difficulty: Medium

Hibiscus

Scientific name: Hibiscus rosa-sinensis
Soil: Ficus Blend
Humidity: Medium–High (60–70%)
Light: Bright light with sun
Watering: Every 3–7 days; keep evenly moist when flowering
Temp: 16–26°C
Difficulty: Medium

Hindu Rope Plant

Scientific name: Hoya carnosa ‘Compacta’
Soil: Anthurium & Orchid Blend
Humidity: Medium (50–70%)
Light: Bright, indirect; can take gentle sun
Watering: Every 10–14 days; allow mix to dry slightly
Temp: 18–26°C
Difficulty: Medium

Homalomena

Scientific name: Homalomena spp.
Soil: Monstera & Philodendron Blend
Humidity: Medium–High (60–70%)
Light: Bright, indirect
Watering: Every 5–7 days; keep lightly moist
Temp: 18–26°C
Difficulty: Medium

Honey Aloe

Scientific name: Aloe vera or Aloe spp. forms
Soil: Cacti & Succulent Blend
Humidity: Low (30–50%)
Light: Bright light with sun
Watering: Every 14–21 days; allow soil to dry completely
Temp: 18–26°C
Difficulty: Easy

Hoya

Scientific name: Hoya spp. (Wax Plants)
Soil: Anthurium & Orchid Blend
Humidity: Medium–High (60–70%)
Light: Bright, indirect to dappled sun
Watering: Every 7–14 days; allow mix to dry slightly
Temp: 18–26°C
Difficulty: Easy–Medium

Hoya carnosa

Soil: Anthurium & Orchid Blend
Humidity: Medium–High (60–70%)
Light: Bright, indirect
Watering: Every 7–14 days; let the top layer dry
Temp: 18–26°C
Difficulty: Easy–Medium
Notes: Keep old flower spurs — they rebloom.

Ice Plant

Scientific name: Delosperma cooperi / related species
Soil: Cacti & Succulent Blend
Humidity: Low (30–50%)
Light: Bright light with sun
Watering: Every 10–21 days; allow soil to dry completely
Temp: 18–28°C
Difficulty: Easy

Indian Rubber Tree

Scientific name: Ficus elastica
Soil: Ficus Blend
Humidity: Medium (50–70%)
Light: Bright, indirect; can tolerate medium light
Watering: Every 7–10 days; allow the top to dry
Temp: 18–26°C
Difficulty: Easy–Medium

Iresine

Scientific name: Iresine herbstii (Bloodleaf)
Soil: Fern Blend
Humidity: Medium–High (60–70%)
Light: Bright, indirect; stronger light keeps foliage vivid
Watering: Every 3–7 days; keep soil lightly moist
Temp: 18–26°C
Difficulty: Medium

Ixora

Scientific name: Ixora coccinea
Soil: Syngonium Blend
Humidity: High (60–80%)
Light: Bright, indirect to some gentle sun
Watering: Every 5–7 days; keep evenly moist
Temp: 18–26°C
Difficulty: Medium–Hard
Notes: Prefers acidic soil and dislikes drying out.

Jade Necklace Vine

Scientific name: Crassula rupestris
Soil: Cacti & Succulent Blend
Humidity: Low (30–50%)
Light: Bright light with some sun
Watering: Every 10–21 days; allow soil to dry completely
Temp: 18–26°C
Difficulty: Easy–Medium

Jade Plant

Scientific name: Crassula ovata
Soil: Cacti & Succulent Blend
Humidity: Low (30–50%)
Light: Bright light with some direct sun
Watering: Every 14–21 days; allow soil to fully dry
Temp: 15–26°C
Difficulty: Easy

Japanese Aralia

Scientific name: Fatsia japonica
Soil: Ficus Blend
Humidity: Medium (50–70%)
Light: Medium–bright, indirect; tolerates cooler rooms
Watering: Every 7–10 days; allow top layer to dry
Temp: 10–22°C
Difficulty: Easy–Medium

Japanese Painted Fern

Scientific name: Athyrium niponicum
Soil: Fern Blend
Humidity: High (60–80%)
Light: Medium, indirect light
Watering: Every 3–7 days; keep consistently moist
Temp: 16–24°C
Difficulty: Medium

Japanese Privet

Scientific name: Ligustrum japonicum (indoor bonsai form)
Soil: Ficus Blend
Humidity: Medium (50–70%)
Light: Bright, indirect to sunny window
Watering: Every 5–7 days; keep lightly moist
Temp: 12–24°C
Difficulty: Medium

Japanese Sago Palm

Scientific name: Cycas revoluta
Soil: Cacti & Succulent Blend
Humidity: Low–Medium (40–60%)
Light: Bright, indirect to some sun
Watering: Every 10–21 days; allow soil to dry between waterings
Temp: 16–26°C
Difficulty: Medium

Jelly Bean Plant

Scientific name: Sedum rubrotinctum
Soil: Cacti & Succulent Blend
Humidity: Low (30–50%)
Light: Bright light with direct sun
Watering: Every 14–21 days; allow soil to fully dry
Temp: 18–28°C
Difficulty: Easy–Medium

Jerusalem Cherry

Scientific name: Solanum pseudocapsicum
Soil: Ficus Blend
Humidity: Medium (50–70%)
Light: Bright light with some sun
Watering: Every 5–7 days; keep evenly moist in fruiting
Temp: 16–24°C
Difficulty: Medium
Notes: Berries are toxic — keep away from pets & children.

Joseph’s Coat Plant

Scientific name: Alternanthera ficoidea
Soil: Syngonium Blend
Humidity: Medium–High (60–70%)
Light: Bright, indirect to soft sun; strong light keeps colour bright
Watering: Every 5–7 days; keep lightly moist
Temp: 18–26°C
Difficulty: Medium

Jungle Cactus

Scientific name: Epiphytic Cacti (e.g., Rhipsalis, Epiphyllum)
Soil: Anthurium & Orchid Blend
Humidity: Medium–High (60–70%)
Light: Bright, indirect; avoid harsh direct sun
Watering: Every 7–14 days; allow soil to dry slightly
Temp: 18–26°C
Difficulty: Easy–Medium
Notes: Naturally epiphytic — prefers airy mixes and humidity.

Kaffir Lily

Scientific name: Clivia miniata
Soil: Anthurium & Orchid Blend
Humidity: Medium (50–70%)
Light: Bright, indirect; avoid harsh midday sun
Watering: Every 7–10 days; allow top to dry slightly
Temp: 12–22°C
Difficulty: Medium

Kangaroo Fern

Scientific name: Microsorum diversifolium
Soil: Fern Blend
Humidity: High (60–80%)
Light: Medium, indirect light
Watering: Every 3–7 days; keep soil lightly moist
Temp: 16–24°C
Difficulty: Medium

Kentia Palm

Scientific name: Howea forsteriana
Soil: Fern Blend
Humidity: Medium (50–70%)
Light: Medium–bright, indirect; tolerates lower light
Watering: Every 7–10 days; allow top layer to dry slightly
Temp: 16–24°C
Difficulty: Easy–Medium

Kokedama

Scientific name: Japanese Moss Ball (various species)
Soil: Base Mix
Humidity: Medium–High (60–70%)
Light: Depends on plant species used
Watering: Usually soak every 3–7 days until saturated
Temp: 16–26°C
Difficulty: Medium
Notes: Care varies depending on the plant mounted in the moss ball.

Lace Aloe

Scientific name: Aristaloe aristata
Soil: Cacti & Succulent Blend
Humidity: Low (30–50%)
Light: Bright light with sun
Watering: Every 14–21 days; allow soil to dry fully
Temp: 18–26°C
Difficulty: Easy

Lace Fern

Scientific name: Asparagus setaceus (often called Asparagus Fern)
Soil: Fern Blend
Humidity: High (60–80%)
Light: Medium, indirect light
Watering: Every 3–7 days; keep evenly moist
Temp: 16–24°C
Difficulty: Medium

Laceleaf

Scientific name: Anthurium andraeanum (Flamingo Flower)
Soil: Anthurium & Orchid Blend
Humidity: High (60–80%)
Light: Bright, indirect light
Watering: Every 5–7 days; keep soil lightly moist in an airy mix
Temp: 18–26°C
Difficulty: Medium

Lace Orchid

Scientific name: Miltoniopsis spp.
Soil: Anthurium & Orchid Blend
Humidity: High (60–80%)
Light: Bright, indirect; avoid harsh sunlight
Watering: Every 5–7 days; keep mix lightly moist but airy
Temp: 16–24°C
Difficulty: Medium–Hard

Lady Palm

Scientific name: Rhapis excelsa
Soil: Fern Blend
Humidity: Medium–High (60–70%)
Light: Medium–bright, indirect; tolerates shade
Watering: Every 7–10 days; allow the top layer to dry slightly
Temp: 16–26°C
Difficulty: Easy–Medium

Lantana

Scientific name: Lantana camara (indoor-grown forms)
Soil: Ficus Blend
Humidity: Medium (50–70%)
Light: Bright light with sun
Watering: Every 5–7 days; keep lightly moist
Temp: 18–26°C
Difficulty: Medium

Lavender

Scientific name: Lavandula angustifolia (grown indoors)
Soil: Cacti & Succulent Blend
Humidity: Low–Medium (30–60%)
Light: Bright light with lots of sun
Watering: Every 10–14 days; allow soil to dry between waterings
Temp: 15–24°C
Difficulty: Medium

Leea coccinea

Soil: Syngonium Blend
Humidity: Medium–High (60–70%)
Light: Bright, indirect light
Watering: Every 5–7 days; keep soil lightly moist
Temp: 18–26°C
Difficulty: Medium

Lemon Tree

Scientific name: Citrus limon (indoor dwarf forms)
Soil: Ficus Blend
Humidity: Medium (50–70%)
Light: Bright light with sun
Watering: Every 5–7 days; keep evenly moist but free-draining
Temp: 15–26°C
Difficulty: Medium
Notes: Benefits from cooler winter temperatures and strong light.

Lipstick Plant

Scientific name: Aeschynanthus radicans
Soil: Fern Blend
Humidity: Medium–High (60–70%)
Light: Bright, indirect; avoid strong direct sun
Watering: Every 5–7 days; keep lightly moist
Temp: 18–26°C
Difficulty: Medium

Livistona Palm

Scientific name: Livistona rotundifolia
Soil: Fern Blend
Humidity: Medium–High (60–70%)
Light: Bright, indirect
Watering: Every 7–10 days; allow the top to dry slightly
Temp: 18–26°C
Difficulty: Medium

Lucky Bamboo

Scientific name: Dracaena sanderiana
Soil: Base Mix
Humidity: Medium–High (60–70%)
Light: Medium–bright, indirect; avoid strong sun
Watering: Every 5–7 days if potted in soil — keep lightly moist
Temp: 18–26°C
Difficulty: Easy
Notes: Often grown in water, but soil-grown plants live longer.

Lychee

Scientific name: Litchi chinensis (indoor-grown young plants)
Soil: Syngonium Blend
Humidity: High (60–80%)
Light: Bright, indirect to soft sun
Watering: Every 5–7 days; keep evenly moist
Temp: 18–26°C
Difficulty: Hard
Notes: Very humidity-loving and slow-growing indoors.

Maidenhair Fern

Scientific name: Adiantum raddianum & similar species
Soil: Fern Blend
Humidity: High (60–80%)
Light: Medium, indirect light
Watering: Every 3–5 days; soil must never fully dry
Temp: 18–24°C
Difficulty: Hard
Notes: Very sensitive to dry air and underwatering.

Maidenhair Vine

Scientific name: Muehlenbeckia complexa
Soil: Syngonium Blend
Humidity: Medium (50–70%)
Light: Bright, indirect light
Watering: Every 5–7 days; keep lightly moist
Temp: 16–24°C
Difficulty: Medium

Malay Apple

Scientific name: Syzygium malaccense (indoor young trees)
Soil: Ficus Blend
Humidity: High (60–80%)
Light: Bright light to sun
Watering: Every 5–7 days; keep evenly moist
Temp: 18–28°C
Difficulty: Medium–Hard

Mammillaria

Scientific name: Mammillaria spp. (Pincushion Cactus)
Soil: Cacti & Succulent Blend
Humidity: Low (20–40%)
Light: Bright light with plenty of sun
Watering: Every 14–28 days; allow soil to dry fully
Temp: 18–30°C
Difficulty: Easy

Mandevilla

Scientific name: Mandevilla sanderi & hybrids
Soil: Ficus Blend
Humidity: Medium–High (60–70%)
Light: Bright light with some sun
Watering: Every 5–7 days; keep lightly moist
Temp: 18–26°C
Difficulty: Medium

Mangave

Scientific name: Mangave hybrids (Agave × Manfreda)
Soil: Cacti & Succulent Blend
Humidity: Low (20–50%)
Light: Bright light with sun
Watering: Every 14–28 days; allow soil to fully dry
Temp: 18–28°C
Difficulty: Easy–Medium

Maranta

Scientific name: Maranta leuconeura (Prayer Plant)
Soil: Calathea & Maranta Blend
Humidity: High (60–80%)
Light: Medium–bright, indirect
Watering: Every 3–7 days; keep soil lightly moist
Temp: 18–26°C
Difficulty: Medium
Notes: Avoid cold drafts and hard tap water where possible.

Medinilla

Scientific name: Medinilla magnifica
Soil: Anthurium & Orchid Blend
Humidity: High (60–80%)
Light: Bright, indirect; avoid harsh sun
Watering: Every 5–7 days; keep evenly moist in an airy mix
Temp: 18–26°C
Difficulty: Hard

Mexican Hat Plant

Scientific name: Kalanchoe daigremontiana
Soil: Cacti & Succulent Blend
Humidity: Low–Medium (30–60%)
Light: Bright light with sun
Watering: Every 10–21 days; allow soil to fully dry
Temp: 18–26°C
Difficulty: Easy–Medium
Notes: Drops baby plantlets easily — can spread fast!

Ming Aralia

Scientific name: Polyscias fruticosa
Soil: Syngonium Blend
Humidity: Medium–High (60–70%)
Light: Bright, indirect; dislikes low light
Watering: Every 7–10 days; keep lightly moist
Temp: 18–26°C
Difficulty: Medium–Hard
Notes: Sensitive to cold drafts — prefers stable conditions.

Mini Monstera

Scientific name: Rhaphidophora tetrasperma
Soil: Monstera & Philodendron Blend
Humidity: Medium–High (60–70%)
Light: Bright, indirect
Watering: Every 5–7 days; allow top layer to dry slightly
Temp: 18–27°C
Difficulty: Easy–Medium

Aurea Variegated Monstera

Scientific name: Monstera deliciosa ‘Aurea’
Soil: Monstera & Philodendron Blend
Humidity: Medium–High (60–70%)
Light: Bright, indirect — needs strong light to keep variegation
Watering: Every 5–7 days; allow the top layer to dry
Temp: 18–27°C
Difficulty: Medium–Hard
Notes: Can revert — keep in bright light and prune green growth if needed.

Albo Variegated Monstera

Scientific name: Monstera deliciosa ‘Albo Variegata’
Soil: Monstera & Philodendron Blend
Humidity: Medium–High (60–70%)
Light: Bright, indirect — white sections scorch easily
Watering: Every 5–7 days; allow the top to dry slightly
Temp: 18–27°C
Difficulty: Medium–Hard
Notes: Variegation is unstable — growth may revert or go very white.

Mint Variegated Monstera

Scientific name: Monstera deliciosa ‘Mint Variegata’
Soil: Monstera & Philodendron Blend
Humidity: High (60–80%)
Light: Bright, indirect
Watering: Every 5–7 days; keep lightly moist in airy mix
Temp: 18–27°C
Difficulty: Hard
Notes: Rare — marbled minty variegation prefers stable, bright conditions.

Variegated Swiss Cheese Vine

Scientific name: Monstera adansonii ‘Albo Variegata’
Soil: Monstera & Philodendron Blend
Humidity: High (65–80%)
Light: Bright, indirect — avoid strong sun
Watering: Every 4–7 days; keep lightly moist
Temp: 18–26°C
Difficulty: Medium–Hard
Notes: Grows best when allowed to climb — increases fenestrations.

Borsigiana Albo Monstera

Scientific name: Monstera deliciosa ‘Albo Borsigiana’
Soil: Monstera & Philodendron Blend
Humidity: Medium–High (60–70%)
Light: Bright, indirect
Watering: Every 5–7 days; allow top soil to dry
Temp: 18–27°C
Difficulty: Medium
Notes: Training the plant upwards encourages bigger, fenestrated leaves.

Mistletoe Cactus

Scientific name: Rhipsalis spp.
Soil: Anthurium & Orchid Blend
Humidity: Medium–High (60–70%)
Light: Bright, indirect to medium light
Watering: Every 7–10 days; allow the mix to dry slightly
Temp: 18–26°C
Difficulty: Easy–Medium

Money Plant

Scientific name: Pilea peperomioides (Chinese Money Plant)
Soil: Syngonium Blend
Humidity: Medium (50–70%)
Light: Bright, indirect; avoid harsh direct sun
Watering: Every 5–7 days; allow the top to dry slightly
Temp: 16–24°C
Difficulty: Easy

Moon Cactus

Scientific name: Gymnocalycium mihanovichii (grafted forms)
Soil: Cacti & Succulent Blend
Humidity: Low (20–40%)
Light: Bright light with gentle sun
Watering: Every 14–21 days; allow soil to fully dry
Temp: 18–26°C
Difficulty: Easy

Mother of Thousands

Scientific name: Kalanchoe delagoensis / × hybrida
Soil: Cacti & Succulent Blend
Humidity: Low–Medium (30–60%)
Light: Bright light with sun
Watering: Every 10–21 days; allow soil to dry fully
Temp: 18–26°C
Difficulty: Easy
Notes: Produces many plantlets along the leaf edges.

Mother-in-Law’s Tongue

Scientific name: Sansevieria / Dracaena trifasciata (Snake Plant)
Soil: Cacti & Succulent Blend
Humidity: Low (20–50%)
Light: Low to bright, indirect; tolerates shade
Watering: Every 14–28 days; allow soil to fully dry
Temp: 15–28°C
Difficulty: Easy
Notes: Very drought tolerant — overwatering is the main killer.

Monstera deliciosa

Soil: Monstera & Philodendron Blend
Humidity: Medium–High (60–70%)
Light: Bright, indirect; tolerates medium light
Watering: Every 5–7 days; allow the top 2–3cm to dry
Temp: 18–27°C
Difficulty: Easy–Medium
Notes: Grows best when given a moss pole or support to climb.

Variegated Monstera

Scientific name: Monstera deliciosa ‘Variegata’
Soil: Monstera & Philodendron Blend
Humidity: Medium–High (60–70%)
Light: Bright, indirect — avoid harsh direct sun
Watering: Every 5–7 days; allow the top layer to dry
Temp: 18–27°C
Difficulty: Medium
Notes: White variegation burns easily & slows growth — avoid low light.

Swiss Cheese Vine

Scientific name: Monstera adansonii
Soil: Monstera & Philodendron Blend
Humidity: High (60–80%)
Light: Bright, indirect
Watering: Every 4–7 days; keep lightly moist
Temp: 18–26°C
Difficulty: Medium
Notes: Thrives when allowed to climb — fenestrations increase with maturity.

Variegated Swiss Cheese Vine

Scientific name: Monstera adansonii ‘Variegata’
Soil: Monstera & Philodendron Blend
Humidity: High (65–80%)
Light: Bright, indirect light
Watering: Every 4–7 days; keep lightly moist
Temp: 18–26°C
Difficulty: Medium–Hard

Monstera peru

Soil: Monstera & Philodendron Blend
Humidity: Medium–High (60–70%)
Light: Bright, indirect
Watering: Every 5–7 days; allow top soil to dry slightly
Temp: 18–27°C
Difficulty: Medium
Notes: Thick textured leaves prefer airy soil & stable conditions.

Monstera peru

Soil: Monstera & Philodendron Blend
Humidity: Medium–High (60–70%)
Light: Bright, indirect
Watering: Every 5–7 days; allow top soil to dry slightly
Temp: 18–27°C
Difficulty: Medium
Notes: Thick textured leaves prefer airy soil & stable conditions.

Monstera pinnatipartita

Soil: Monstera & Philodendron Blend
Humidity: High (60–80%)
Light: Bright, indirect
Watering: Every 5–7 days; allow top to dry slightly
Temp: 18–27°C
Difficulty: Medium
Notes: Fenestrations develop as the plant matures & climbs.

Monstera standleyana

Soil: Monstera & Philodendron Blend
Humidity: Medium–High (60–70%)
Light: Bright, indirect
Watering: Every 5–7 days; allow top to dry slightly
Temp: 18–26°C
Difficulty: Medium

Neanthe Bella Palm

Scientific name: Chamaedorea elegans (Parlour Palm)
Soil: Fern Blend
Humidity: Medium (50–70%)
Light: Medium–bright, indirect; tolerates lower light
Watering: Every 7–10 days; keep lightly moist
Temp: 16–26°C
Difficulty: Easy

Nerve Plant

Scientific name: Fittonia albivenis
Soil: Calathea & Maranta Blend
Humidity: High (60–80%)
Light: Medium, indirect; great for terrariums
Watering: Every 3–5 days; keep consistently moist
Temp: 18–24°C
Difficulty: Medium

Norfolk Island Pine

Scientific name: Araucaria heterophylla
Soil: Ficus Blend
Humidity: Medium–High (60–70%)
Light: Bright, indirect; avoid harsh direct sun
Watering: Every 5–7 days; keep lightly moist
Temp: 12–22°C
Difficulty: Medium
Notes: Prefers cooler rooms and steady moisture.

Nolina

Scientific name: Nolina recurvata (often called Ponytail Palm)
Soil: Cacti & Succulent Blend
Humidity: Low–Medium (30–60%)
Light: Bright, indirect to sunny window
Watering: Every 14–28 days; allow soil to fully dry
Temp: 16–28°C
Difficulty: Easy
Notes: Stores water in the bulb — avoid overwatering.

Oakleaf Ivy

Scientific name: Cissus rhombifolia ‘Ellen Danica’
Soil: Ficus Blend
Humidity: Medium (50–70%)
Light: Bright, indirect to medium light
Watering: Every 7–10 days; allow the top layer to dry
Temp: 16–24°C
Difficulty: Medium

Old Man Cactus

Scientific name: Cephalocereus senilis
Soil: Cacti & Succulent Blend
Humidity: Low (20–40%)
Light: Bright light with lots of sun
Watering: Every 14–28 days; allow soil to fully dry
Temp: 18–30°C
Difficulty: Easy

Orchid

Scientific name: Phalaenopsis & other common genera
Soil: Anthurium & Orchid Blend
Humidity: Medium–High (60–70%)
Light: Bright, indirect; avoid harsh midday sun
Watering: Every 7–14 days; allow mix to dry slightly
Temp: 18–26°C
Difficulty: Medium

Ornamental Pepper

Scientific name: Capsicum annuum (dwarf forms)
Soil: Ficus Blend
Humidity: Medium (50–70%)
Light: Bright light with some sun
Watering: Every 5–7 days; keep evenly moist
Temp: 18–26°C
Difficulty: Medium
Notes: Fruits are ornamental — not recommended for eating.

Oxalis

Scientific name: Oxalis triangularis & related species
Soil: Ficus Blend
Humidity: Medium (50–70%)
Light: Bright, indirect to soft sun
Watering: Every 5–7 days; allow the top to dry slightly
Temp: 16–24°C
Difficulty: Easy–Medium
Notes: Often goes dormant — reduce watering during this period.

Pachira Aquatica

Scientific name: Pachira aquatica (Money Tree)
Soil: Ficus Blend
Humidity: Medium–High (60–70%)
Light: Bright, indirect; tolerates medium light
Watering: Every 7–10 days; allow top layer to dry
Temp: 18–26°C
Difficulty: Easy–Medium

Pancake Plant

Scientific name: Pilea peperomioides
Soil: Syngonium Blend
Humidity: Medium (50–70%)
Light: Bright, indirect; avoid harsh direct sun
Watering: Every 5–7 days; allow the top to dry slightly
Temp: 16–24°C
Difficulty: Easy

Parodia Cactus

Scientific name: Parodia / Notocactus spp.
Soil: Cacti & Succulent Blend
Humidity: Low (20–40%)
Light: Bright light with lots of sun
Watering: Every 14–28 days; allow soil to fully dry
Temp: 18–30°C
Difficulty: Easy

Parlour Palm

Scientific name: Chamaedorea elegans (Neanthe Bella Palm)
Soil: Fern Blend
Humidity: Medium (50–70%)
Light: Medium–bright, indirect; tolerates shade
Watering: Every 7–10 days; keep lightly moist
Temp: 16–26°C
Difficulty: Easy

Peace Lily

Scientific name: Spathiphyllum wallisii & hybrids
Soil: Fern Blend
Humidity: Medium–High (60–70%)
Light: Medium–bright, indirect; tolerates low light
Watering: Every 3–7 days; keep soil lightly moist
Temp: 18–26°C
Difficulty: Easy–Medium
Notes: Wilts when thirsty — perks up quickly after watering.

Peacock Plant

Scientific name: Calathea / Goeppertia makoyana
Soil: Calathea & Maranta Blend
Humidity: High (60–80%)
Light: Medium, indirect light
Watering: Every 3–7 days; keep lightly moist
Temp: 18–26°C
Difficulty: Medium–Hard

Pepper Face Plant

Scientific name: Peperomia obtusifolia
Soil: Syngonium Blend
Humidity: Medium (50–70%)
Light: Bright, indirect; avoid scorching sun
Watering: Every 7–10 days; allow top layer to dry
Temp: 18–26°C
Difficulty: Easy

Peperomia

Scientific name: Peperomia spp. (Radiator Plants)
Soil: Syngonium Blend
Humidity: Medium (50–70%)
Light: Bright, indirect light
Watering: Every 7–10 days; allow soil to dry slightly
Temp: 18–26°C
Difficulty: Easy

Persian Shield

Scientific name: Strobilanthes dyerianus
Soil: Syngonium Blend
Humidity: Medium–High (60–70%)
Light: Bright, indirect; strong light keeps colour vivid
Watering: Every 5–7 days; keep lightly moist
Temp: 18–26°C
Difficulty: Medium

Peyote

Scientific name: Lophophora williamsii (for reference only)
Soil: Cacti & Succulent Blend
Humidity: Low (20–40%)
Light: Bright, indirect to sunny
Watering: Every 14–28 days; allow soil to fully dry
Temp: 18–28°C
Difficulty: Medium–Hard

Philodendron

Scientific name: Philodendron spp.
Soil: Monstera & Philodendron Blend
Humidity: Medium–High (60–70%)
Light: Bright, indirect; tolerates medium light
Watering: Every 5–7 days; allow the top to dry slightly
Temp: 18–27°C
Difficulty: Easy–Medium

Phoenix Palm

Scientific name: Phoenix roebelenii (Pygmy Date Palm)
Soil: Fern Blend
Humidity: Medium (50–70%)
Light: Bright, indirect to soft sun
Watering: Every 7–10 days; keep lightly moist
Temp: 18–26°C
Difficulty: Medium

Pilea

Scientific name: Pilea spp. (including Artillery & Aluminium Plant)
Soil: Syngonium Blend
Humidity: Medium (50–70%)
Light: Bright, indirect light
Watering: Every 5–7 days; allow the top to dry slightly
Temp: 16–24°C
Difficulty: Easy

Pilea depressa

Soil: Syngonium Blend
Humidity: Medium–High (60–70%)
Light: Medium–bright, indirect
Watering: Every 3–7 days; keep lightly moist
Temp: 18–24°C
Difficulty: Medium

Pineapple Plant

Scientific name: Ananas comosus (ornamental forms)
Soil: Cacti & Succulent Blend
Humidity: Medium (50–70%)
Light: Bright light with sun
Watering: Every 7–10 days; allow soil to dry slightly
Temp: 18–28°C
Difficulty: Medium

Pink Quill

Scientific name: Tillandsia cyanea
Soil: Anthurium & Orchid Blend
Humidity: High (60–80%)
Light: Bright, indirect; avoid harsh sun
Watering: Every 5–7 days; keep mix airy & moist — mist frequently
Temp: 18–26°C
Difficulty: Medium

Poinsettia

Scientific name: Euphorbia pulcherrima
Soil: Ficus Blend
Humidity: Medium (50–70%)
Light: Bright, indirect
Watering: Every 5–7 days; keep lightly moist
Temp: 15–22°C
Difficulty: Medium
Notes: Avoid cold drafts — very sensitive to chill.

Ponytail Palm

Scientific name: Beaucarnea recurvata
Soil: Cacti & Succulent Blend
Humidity: Low–Medium (30–60%)
Light: Bright, indirect to sunny
Watering: Every 14–28 days; allow soil to fully dry
Temp: 18–28°C
Difficulty: Easy
Notes: Stores water in the bulb — very drought tolerant.

Portulacaria afra

Soil: Cacti & Succulent Blend
Humidity: Low–Medium (30–60%)
Light: Bright light with sun
Watering: Every 10–21 days; allow soil to fully dry
Temp: 18–28°C
Difficulty: Easy

Prayer Plant

Scientific name: Maranta leuconeura & relatives
Soil: Calathea & Maranta Blend
Humidity: High (60–80%)
Light: Medium, indirect
Watering: Every 3–7 days; keep soil lightly moist
Temp: 18–26°C
Difficulty: Medium

Prince of Orange

Scientific name: Philodendron ‘Prince of Orange’
Soil: Monstera & Philodendron Blend
Humidity: Medium–High (60–70%)
Light: Bright, indirect
Watering: Every 5–7 days; allow the top 2–3cm to dry
Temp: 18–27°C
Difficulty: Easy–Medium

Purple Heart

Scientific name: Tradescantia pallida
Soil: Syngonium Blend
Humidity: Medium (50–70%)
Light: Bright, indirect to soft sun
Watering: Every 5–7 days; allow top layer to dry
Temp: 18–26°C
Difficulty: Easy
Notes: Colour deepens with brighter light.

Purple Passion

Scientific name: Gynura aurantiaca
Soil: Syngonium Blend
Humidity: Medium–High (60–70%)
Light: Bright, indirect
Watering: Every 5–7 days; keep lightly moist
Temp: 18–26°C
Difficulty: Medium

Queen Anthurium

Scientific name: Anthurium warocqueanum
Soil: Anthurium & Orchid Blend
Humidity: Very High (75–90%)
Light: Bright, indirect
Watering: Every 4–6 days; keep evenly moist in airy mix
Temp: 18–26°C
Difficulty: Hard
Notes: Sensitive to low humidity and dry roots — thrives in cabinets.

Queen of the Night

Scientific name: Epiphyllum oxypetalum
Soil: Anthurium & Orchid Blend
Humidity: Medium–High (60–70%)
Light: Bright, indirect; avoid strong sun
Watering: Every 7–10 days; allow soil to dry slightly
Temp: 18–26°C
Difficulty: Medium

Rabbit’s Foot Fern

Scientific name: Davallia fejeensis
Soil: Fern Blend
Humidity: High (60–80%)
Light: Medium, indirect light
Watering: Every 3–7 days; keep soil evenly moist
Temp: 16–24°C
Difficulty: Medium
Notes: Avoid burying the furry rhizomes — keep them exposed.

Rattlesnake Plant

Scientific name: Calathea / Goeppertia lancifolia
Soil: Calathea & Maranta Blend
Humidity: High (60–80%)
Light: Medium, indirect
Watering: Every 3–7 days; keep lightly moist
Temp: 18–26°C
Difficulty: Medium–Hard

Rhipsalis

Scientific name: Rhipsalis spp. (Mistletoe Cactus group)
Soil: Anthurium & Orchid Blend
Humidity: Medium–High (60–70%)
Light: Bright, indirect to medium light
Watering: Every 7–10 days; allow mix to dry slightly
Temp: 18–26°C
Difficulty: Easy–Medium

Rubber Plant

Scientific name: Ficus elastica
Soil: Ficus Blend
Humidity: Medium (50–70%)
Light: Bright, indirect; tolerates medium light
Watering: Every 7–10 days; allow top layer to dry
Temp: 18–26°C
Difficulty: Easy–Medium

Ruffled Fan Palm

Scientific name: Licuala grandis
Soil: Fern Blend
Humidity: High (60–80%)
Light: Bright, indirect; avoid harsh direct sun
Watering: Every 5–7 days; keep lightly moist
Temp: 18–26°C
Difficulty: Hard
Notes: Very humidity-loving and sensitive to dry air.

Sago Palm

Scientific name: Cycas revoluta
Soil: Cacti & Succulent Blend
Humidity: Low–Medium (40–60%)
Light: Bright, indirect to some sun
Watering: Every 10–21 days; allow soil to dry between waterings
Temp: 16–26°C
Difficulty: Medium

Sansevieria

Scientific name: Dracaena / Sansevieria spp. (Snake Plants)
Soil: Cacti & Succulent Blend
Humidity: Low (20–50%)
Light: Low to bright, indirect; very tolerant
Watering: Every 14–28 days; allow soil to fully dry
Temp: 15–28°C
Difficulty: Easy

Schefflera

Scientific name: Schefflera arboricola / actinophylla (Umbrella Plant)
Soil: Ficus Blend
Humidity: Medium (50–70%)
Light: Bright, indirect; tolerates medium light
Watering: Every 7–10 days; allow soil to dry slightly
Temp: 18–26°C
Difficulty: Easy–Medium

Sedum

Scientific name: Sedum spp. (Stonecrops)
Soil: Cacti & Succulent Blend
Humidity: Low (20–50%)
Light: Bright light with sun
Watering: Every 10–21 days; allow soil to fully dry
Temp: 18–28°C
Difficulty: Easy

Shamrock Plant

Scientific name: Oxalis triangularis
Soil: Ficus Blend
Humidity: Medium (50–70%)
Light: Bright, indirect to soft sun
Watering: Every 5–7 days; allow the top to dry slightly
Temp: 16–24°C
Difficulty: Easy–Medium
Notes: Often goes dormant — reduce watering during dormancy.

Shingle Plant

Scientific name: Rhaphidophora hayi
Soil: Monstera & Philodendron Blend
Humidity: High (60–80%)
Light: Bright, indirect
Watering: Every 5–7 days; keep lightly moist
Temp: 18–27°C
Difficulty: Medium
Notes: Prefers to climb a flat board or moss pole.

Silver Dollar Plant

Scientific name: Crassula arborescens
Soil: Cacti & Succulent Blend
Humidity: Low (30–50%)
Light: Bright light with sun
Watering: Every 14–21 days; allow soil to fully dry
Temp: 18–26°C
Difficulty: Easy

Sinningia

Scientific name: Sinningia speciosa (Florist Gloxinia)
Soil: Fern Blend
Humidity: Medium–High (60–70%)
Light: Bright, indirect
Watering: Every 3–7 days; keep soil lightly moist
Temp: 18–24°C
Difficulty: Medium

Snake Plant

Scientific name: Dracaena / Sansevieria trifasciata
Soil: Cacti & Succulent Blend
Humidity: Low (20–50%)
Light: Low to bright, indirect — very adaptable
Watering: Every 14–28 days; allow soil to fully dry
Temp: 15–28°C
Difficulty: Easy
Notes: Excellent low-maintenance plant.

Spider Plant

Scientific name: Chlorophytum comosum
Soil: Syngonium Blend
Humidity: Medium (50–70%)
Light: Bright, indirect; tolerates medium light
Watering: Every 5–7 days; allow the top layer to dry
Temp: 16–26°C
Difficulty: Easy

Spikemoss

Scientific name: Selaginella spp.
Soil: Fern Blend
Humidity: Very High (70–90%)
Light: Medium, indirect; avoid strong direct sun
Watering: Every 2–5 days; keep soil consistently moist
Temp: 18–24°C
Difficulty: Hard
Notes: Ideal for terrariums — hates drying out.

Split Leaf Philodendron

Scientific name: Monstera deliciosa
Soil: Monstera & Philodendron Blend
Humidity: Medium–High (60–70%)
Light: Bright, indirect; tolerates medium light
Watering: Every 5–7 days; allow the top to dry slightly
Temp: 18–27°C
Difficulty: Easy–Medium

Staghorn Fern

Scientific name: Platycerium bifurcatum & relatives
Soil: Anthurium & Orchid Blend
Humidity: High (60–80%)
Light: Bright, indirect
Watering: Every 5–7 days; keep moist but airy
Temp: 18–26°C
Difficulty: Medium
Notes: Often mounted — avoid soggy conditions.

Stephanotis

Scientific name: Stephanotis floribunda (Madagascar Jasmine)
Soil: Ficus Blend
Humidity: Medium–High (60–70%)
Light: Bright, indirect to soft sun
Watering: Every 5–7 days; keep lightly moist
Temp: 16–24°C
Difficulty: Medium–Hard

String of Hearts

Scientific name: Ceropegia woodii
Soil: Cacti & Succulent Blend
Humidity: Low–Medium (30–60%)
Light: Bright, indirect; can take gentle sun
Watering: Every 10–14 days; allow soil to fully dry
Temp: 18–26°C
Difficulty: Easy–Medium

String of Nickels

Scientific name: Dischidia nummularia
Soil: Anthurium & Orchid Blend
Humidity: Medium–High (60–70%)
Light: Bright, indirect
Watering: Every 7–10 days; allow mix to dry slightly
Temp: 18–26°C
Difficulty: Medium

String of Pearls

Scientific name: Senecio / Curio rowleyanus
Soil: Cacti & Succulent Blend
Humidity: Low (20–50%)
Light: Bright light with some sun
Watering: Every 10–21 days; allow soil to fully dry
Temp: 18–26°C
Difficulty: Medium
Notes: Rot risk if watered too frequently.

Syngonium

Scientific name: Syngonium podophyllum & cultivars
Soil: Syngonium Blend
Humidity: Medium–High (60–70%)
Light: Bright, indirect; tolerates medium light
Watering: Every 5–7 days; keep lightly moist
Temp: 18–26°C
Difficulty: Easy–Medium

Tradescantia

Scientific name: Tradescantia zebrina & relatives (Wandering Dude)
Soil: Syngonium Blend
Humidity: Medium (50–70%)
Light: Bright, indirect; colour improves with light
Watering: Every 5–7 days; allow top to dry slightly
Temp: 18–26°C
Difficulty: Easy

Trailing Jade

Scientific name: Peperomia rotundifolia / pellucida group
Soil: Syngonium Blend
Humidity: Medium (50–70%)
Light: Bright, indirect light
Watering: Every 7–10 days; allow soil to dry slightly
Temp: 18–26°C
Difficulty: Easy–Medium

Umbrella Plant

Scientific name: Schefflera arboricola
Soil: Ficus Blend
Humidity: Medium (50–70%)
Light: Bright, indirect; tolerates medium light
Watering: Every 7–10 days; allow soil to dry slightly
Temp: 18–26°C
Difficulty: Easy–Medium

Thai Constellation

Scientific name: Monstera deliciosa ‘Thai Constellation’
Soil: Monstera & Philodendron Blend
Humidity: Medium–High (60–70%)
Light: Bright, indirect — avoid harsh direct sun
Watering: Every 5–7 days; allow the top 2–3cm to dry
Temp: 18–27°C
Difficulty: Medium
Notes: Stable variegation — doesn’t revert, but white areas burn easily.

Venus Fly Trap

Scientific name: Dionaea muscipula
Soil: Terrarium Blend
Humidity: Medium–High (60–70%)
Light: Bright, direct to very bright indirect light
Watering: Keep constantly damp with rainwater or distilled water
Temp: 15–28°C
Difficulty: Medium–Hard
Notes: Requires winter dormancy and mineral-free water.

Wandering Dude

Scientific name: Tradescantia zebrina & relatives
Soil: Syngonium Blend
Humidity: Medium (50–70%)
Light: Bright, indirect; colour improves with light
Watering: Every 5–7 days; allow top to dry slightly
Temp: 18–26°C
Difficulty: Easy

Wax Plant

Scientific name: Hoya carnosa & other Hoya species
Soil: Anthurium & Orchid Blend
Humidity: Medium–High (60–70%)
Light: Bright, indirect; can tolerate some sun
Watering: Every 7–10 days; allow soil to dry slightly
Temp: 18–26°C
Difficulty: Easy–Medium
Notes: Avoid repotting too often — flowers best when slightly rootbound.

Yucca

Scientific name: Yucca elephantipes (Spineless Yucca)
Soil: Cacti & Succulent Blend
Humidity: Low–Medium (30–60%)
Light: Bright, indirect to full sun
Watering: Every 10–21 days; allow soil to fully dry
Temp: 15–28°C
Difficulty: Easy

Zebra Plant

Scientific name: Aphelandra squarrosa
Soil: Fern Blend
Humidity: High (60–80%)
Light: Bright, indirect light
Watering: Every 3–7 days; keep soil lightly moist
Temp: 18–24°C
Difficulty: Hard
Notes: Very humidity-dependent and prone to leaf drop if stressed.

Zebra Haworthia

Scientific name: Haworthiopsis fasciata / attenuata
Soil: Cacti & Succulent Blend
Humidity: Low (20–50%)
Light: Bright, indirect; can take gentle sun
Watering: Every 10–21 days; allow soil to fully dry
Temp: 18–26°C
Difficulty: Easy

Zebra Succulent

Scientific name: Various Haworthia & Gasteria hybrids
Soil: Cacti & Succulent Blend
Humidity: Low (20–50%)
Light: Bright, indirect to soft sun
Watering: Every 10–21 days; allow soil to fully dry
Temp: 18–26°C
Difficulty: Easy

ZZ Plant

Scientific name: Zamioculcas zamiifolia
Soil: Cacti & Succulent Blend
Humidity: Low–Medium (30–60%)
Light: Low to bright, indirect — very tolerant
Watering: Every 14–28 days; allow soil to fully dry
Temp: 16–28°C
Difficulty: Easy
Notes: Stores water in rhizomes — overwatering is the main risk.

ZZ Raven

Scientific name: Zamioculcas zamiifolia ‘Raven’
Soil: Cacti & Succulent Blend
Humidity: Low–Medium (30–60%)
Light: Low to bright, indirect
Watering: Every 14–28 days; allow soil to fully dry
Temp: 16–28°C
Difficulty: Easy

Zantedeschia

Scientific name: Zantedeschia aethiopica & hybrids (Calla Lily)
Soil: Ficus Blend
Humidity: Medium (50–70%)
Light: Bright, indirect to soft sun
Watering: Every 3–7 days while in growth; keep evenly moist
Temp: 16–24°C
Difficulty: Medium
Notes: Often has a dormancy period — reduce watering then.

Zebra Tradescantia

Scientific name: Tradescantia zebrina
Soil: Syngonium Blend
Humidity: Medium (50–70%)
Light: Bright, indirect
Watering: Every 5–7 days; allow top layer to dry
Temp: 18–26°C
Difficulty: Easy

Zygocactus

Scientific name: Schlumbergera truncata (Christmas Cactus)
Soil: Anthurium & Orchid Blend
Humidity: Medium–High (60–70%)
Light: Bright, indirect; avoid harsh sun
Watering: Every 7–10 days; keep lightly moist but airy
Temp: 16–24°C
Difficulty: Easy–Medium
Notes: Cooler nights in autumn encourage flowering.

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