10 names of indoor plants

Calathea lancifolia specimen

A home without plants is a place that seems to be missing something, right? Although the vast majority of plant beings that we find in nurseries must be grown outdoors, there are many others that we can use to decorate our home.

Some have showy flowers, others such pretty leaves that they seem artificial. But all the ones that we are going to show you below have something in common: its easy cultivation and maintenance. These are the 10 names of indoor plants that we recommend.

Enjoy this video in which you will see five beautiful and easy-to-care indoor plants:

If you want more ideas, here you go:

Areca

Dypsis lutescens indoors

The palm Dypsis lutescens, better known as areca (not to be confused with the plant of the Areca genus), it reaches 2-3 meters in height, but in pot it does not exceed 2m. He likes the light a lot but not direct sun, so ... what better than to have it in the living room or dining room? These are your cares:

  • Irrigation: two or three times a week in summer, and once a week the rest of the year. During the winter, water every 15 days.
  • Substratum: it is important that it has good drainage, so mulch or black peat should be mixed with 30% perlite.
  • Subscriber: in spring and summer it must be paid using specific fertilizers for palm trees.
  • Transplant: every two years.

Aspidistra

Aspidistra leaves

The Aspidistra, the plant that seems to only have leaves ... and more leaves. We might think that it has nothing attractive, but the truth is that it looks great in any corner. It reaches 50cm in height, so that it can be kept in a pot throughout its life. Their care is as follows:

  • Irrigation: two or three times a week, and every 6-7 days the rest of the year.
  • Substratum: you can use universal growing medium.
  • Subscriber: it is advisable to fertilize in spring and summer using a fertilizer for indoor plants.
  • Transplant: every 3 years. It is not necessary to change the pot if it measures 40cm in diameter, but the substrate must be renewed, as far as possible.

Calathea

Calathea crocata in flower

The Calathea are characterized by having beautiful leaves, no, the following. The drawings and colors they present are very decorative, and there are some species, such as the Calathea crocata, which also has very pretty orange flowers. They do not need as much light as other plants, so they can be had in dimly lit rooms. But how do you take care of them?

  • Irrigation: twice a week in summer, and somewhat more spaced the rest of the year.
  • Substratum: you can use universal growing substrate, but before planting it in its new pot it is advisable to put a layer of clay balls about 2cm thick so that the roots are not in direct contact with the water.
  • Subscriber: During the growing season (from spring to late summer) it should be fertilized with a compost for green plants.
  • Transplant: every 3 years.

Tape

Tape plant

The tape is the typical plant that we can find in the home of our elders. It is very elegant and resistant, so much so that it is suitable for beginners. It grows to an approximate height of 30cm, and as it does not have a trunk it can be in small pots of about 30-35cm in diameter.. Follow these tips to have it perfect day after day:

  • Irrigation: one or two weekly irrigations will suffice. In summer, if it is very hot (temperature over 30 degrees Celsius) it must be watered every 2-3 days.
  • Substratum: not demanding, as long as it has good drainage.
  • Subscriber: during the warm months it is appreciated a monthly contribution of fertilizer. If you prefer, you can choose to add a small spoonful of Nitrofoska or Osmocote.
  • Transplant: every two years.

Croton

Croton plant

The croton is a plant that in its natural habitat can measure 1-2 meters in height. In order to be healthy, requires places where there is a lot of light, since otherwise its leaves will quickly wither. For this reason, if you have a very bright room and you are interested in giving it a touch of color, get a copy. These are your cares:

  • Irrigation: 2 or 3 times a week in summer, and every 4-5 days the rest of the year.
  • Substratum: it must have very good drainage. Excess moisture is fatal for this plant. So that it can grow well, we advise you to mix black peat with perlite in equal parts.
  • Subscriber: in spring and summer, with a fertilizer for indoor plants, or with liquid guano.
  • Transplant: every year.

Dracena

Dracaena deremensis specimen

If you are looking for a tall, decorative and easy-to-care houseplant, grab a drazen. There are many species, such as the D. deremensis or the D. elephantipes. It grows up to 3-4 meters in height in habitat, but in pot it does not usually exceed 3m. This is how to take care of it:

  • Irrigation: once or twice a week.
  • Substratum: it must have very good drainage. It is advisable to mix black peat with perlite in equal parts, and add a first layer of clay balls in the pot before planting it.
  • Subscriber: During the spring and summer months, it must be paid with mineral fertilizers, either Nitrofoska or Osmocote, or with a liquid fertilizer for green plants.
  • Transplant: every two years.

Nephrolepsis (curly fern)

Fern Nephrolepsis exaltata

The ferns they look good wherever they wear, especially if at the entrance. In the specific case of Nephrolepsis, they are often placed in a pot previously placed on a small pedestal to be able to contemplate it in all its splendor. Would you like to know how it is cared for?

  • Irrigation: every 2 days in summer, and every 4-6 days the rest of the year.
  • Substratum: rich in organic matter, with good drainage.
  • Subscriber: in spring and summer it can be paid with guano in liquid form.
  • Transplant: every two years.

Sanseviera

Specimen of Sanseviera trifasciata '' Laurentii ''

Sanseviera is a plant that has very peculiar leaves: the vast majority of species have them wide, up to 5cm, and long up to 20-30cm. It is very resistant to drought, and the best thing is that it can be both in bright rooms and in those where little light enters. Taking care of her is wonderful, as you only need the following:

  • Irrigation: once a week in the warm months, and every 15-20 days the rest of the year.
  • Substratum: it must have good drainage.
  • Subscriber: it will be enough to give a small spoonful of Nitrofoska every 15 days in spring and summer.
  • Transplant: every two years.

Succulent

Succulents in room

Succulents, both cacti and succulents, can make great houseplants if they have lots of light, especially succulents. There are many shapes and colors, and all of them will come to bloom over time.. How are they cared for? A) Yes:

  • Irrigation: once or twice a week. In winter, water every 15-20 days.
  • Substratum: black peat mixed with perlite in equal parts, or even better, with pumice.
  • Subscriber: in spring and summer, with a mineral fertilizer for cactus or with a small spoonful of Nitrofoska every 15 days.
  • Transplant: every 1-2 years.

zamioculca

Potted Zamioculca

The Zamioculca is a curious plant that looks like a Cyca, but has nothing to do with it. Its leaves and stems are fleshy, shiny. With their no more than 40cm in height they can be, for example, on both sides of the sofa or a window. The care you need are the following:

  • Irrigation: biweekly.
  • Substratum: it must be fertile, with good drainage.
  • Subscriber: in spring and summer. Although it is not a palm tree, the compost can be used for these types of plants since their nutritional needs are similar. Another option is organic fertilizers in liquid form, such as guano.
  • Transplant: every two years.

Which of these indoor plants did you like the most? Do you have any at home?


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  1.   shirley from Uruguay said

    How cute, I also love plants and I often look for information about the ones I have, .. I manage to find them since I do not know the name of all of them and I describe them as I see them ..? and sometimes I'm lucky !!? Well greetings and that you continue to inform us that it helps us a lot ... thank you very much .. Shirley

    1.    Monica Sanchez said

      We are glad that it has served you, Shirley 🙂

  2.   Mary Cruz Tenazoa Tananta said

    very useful. a thousand thanks to the creators

    1.    Monica Sanchez said

      Thank you very much Mary Cruz.