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:
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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.
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Product Recommendations: We'll help you discover the best tools, fertilizers, and accessories to make your plant care routine simple and effective.
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Growing Tips & Tutorials: Learn how to keep your plants healthy, from watering schedules to troubleshooting common issues.
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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
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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
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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.