Dracaena is a genus of flowering plants with more than 170 species, including some too big to be grown indoors. The name comes from the Greek word drakaina, the feminine form of “serpent”. The plants trace back to Africa, Madagascar, and Southeast Asia,...
“It takes a licking and keeps on ticking.” Timex adopted this slogan for wristwatches in the ’60s. Snake plants don’t have a slogan, but they should. The plant is almost indestructible. The snake plant is tailor-made for forgetful gardeners and...
Indoor palms are prized for their ability to purify the air, boost mood, and elevate decor. These tropical beauties also act as natural humidifiers, making them perfect props for dry California indoor environments. They’re low maintenance compared to most other...
Chinese Evergreens, or Aglaonemas, are superb interior plants that tolerate neglect and poor conditions. Does this mean you should neglect them? Of course not, because a well-tended Chinese Evergreen will reward you with lush foliage, occasional flowers, a calming...
Christmas cactus (Schlumbergerera x buckleyi) originated in the jungles of Brazil, where it grows on tree branches. Although happy on trees, it’s equally content in pots. It looks glorious in hanging baskets or footed pots, where its graceful branching habit is...
Poinsettias, whose bright petal-like bracts appear in late fall, have long been the most popular Christmas plant. Hybridization has improved the fragile poinsettia. Plants are now more colorful, and they last longer. The red bracts that distinguish the plant are...
