Do you think it is possible to create comfort in a home without it? You can, but, alas, it is quite difficult. But as soon as a pot with a green friend appears, the room is immediately filled with comfort and warmth. That is why many housewives are very fond of decorative foliage indoor plants. They are able to decorate the house throughout the year. As a rule, decorative deciduous plants are not distinguished by lush flowering, but they are shade-tolerant and unpretentious in care. In our article we will talk about how to care for house flowers, and for this we have chosen the ten most beautiful “green friends” of every housewife.
Alocasia - a tropical beauty
Alocasia is an evergreen plant with large and beautiful leaves, which have pronounced white veins. This exotic flower is popularly called “elephant’s ear.” Alocasia blooms very rarely. But even when this happens, experienced gardeners prefer to cut it off as this prevents the leaves from actively growing. Alocasia, the care of which does not require special rules, is poisonous. All parts of the plant can be irritating to the skin and mucous membranes.
Light. Alocasia loves bright, diffused light and does not tolerate direct sunlight. Both too little and too much light can be detrimental to this plant. The best decision would be the western or eastern side of the house.
Temperature. Alocasia, which even a novice gardener can care for, is a heat-loving plant. The main thing is that she does not suffer from temperature changes. In summer you need to provide the flower with a temperature of about 20-25 degrees, and in winter 18 degrees.
Humidity. Since the beautiful alocasia comes from tropical forests, high humidity is very important for it. You can provide the plant with the necessary moisture by spraying in hot weather.
Watering. The soil in the pot with alocasia should not dry out. In summer, abundant watering is necessary, but in winter, the plant must be watered carefully to prevent rotting of the roots.
Common asparagus
Another popular plant that can be found on any continent is asparagus. Species of this flower are highly decorative; the leaves resemble small twigs that look like needles.
Light. Asparagus loves light, but it is better not to place it in direct sunlight. In the warm season, you can take it out into the fresh air.
Temperature. For asparagus, temperature changes do not matter, but for more comfortable conditions it is better to grow it at 20-22 degrees in the warm season, and at 14-15 degrees in the winter. Of course, drafts are detrimental to plants.
Humidity. This indicator also does not play a special role for asparagus, but if you notice that the plant has begun to turn yellow and dry, it means that the air in the room is dry. Therefore, occasionally the flower needs to be sprayed.
Watering. In summer, abundant watering is required. The soil should not dry out, it may dry out a little. In winter, the plant needs to be watered occasionally.
Aspidistra - the iron lady
Aspidistra is an evergreen plant that does not have a stem. This flower is also called “friendly family”. Because each aspidistra leaf has its own vertical shoot. This plant blooms rarely, and only for one day, and is not particularly remarkable. But the leaves of aspidistra look much more impressive.
Light. Aspidistra is one of the few plants that can be content with a small amount of light. The pot can be placed on a north or east window.
Temperature. This iron lady is ready to withstand almost any temperature. True, at temperatures below 10 degrees the aspidistra will begin to feel uncomfortable. And so the best option would be
Humidity. Aspidistra does not require special moisture conditions, so you can spray the plant a couple of times a week.
Watering. For aspidistra, excess moisture is more harmful than its lack. Therefore, in summer, you need to water the plant once a week, and in winter, 2 times a month will be enough.
Euonymus: planting and care
Most often, this evergreen shrub is grown outdoors. It is used for growing at home. Planting and caring for this plant also does not require much effort, which is why it is popular for decorating apartments, offices and winter gardens.
Light. The plant is shade-loving and must be protected from direct sunlight.
Temperature. Euonymus does not tolerate too hot rooms, so the optimal temperature is considered to be 25 degrees. It can survive at very low temperatures, but it is best to provide the flower with conditions of 6-8 degrees Celsius.
Humidity. For euonymus, humidity does not matter at all, so you can spray the plant once a week.
Watering. In summer, the plant should be watered abundantly, but not allowing moisture to stagnate in the pan. During the rest of the year, watering should be moderate; do not allow the soil to dry out completely.
Biophytum sensitive
Biophytum is a perennial plant similar to a palm tree. The flower has a single stem, on which the top is formed from a bunch of leaves. Biophytum is a plant with an amazing property: its leaves can fold from adverse external influences.
Light. Lighting for biophytum does not play a special role. You can place it in the shade or under bright light. But if you want the biophytum to bloom, it needs constant bright light.
Temperature. The temperature regime for growing biophytum should be as follows: in summer - 25 degrees, in winter - 18 degrees.
Humidity. The plant can tolerate different conditions, but prefers humidity above 50%. The plant needs to be sprayed regularly. Biophytum grows ideally in greenhouse conditions.
Watering. The plant should be watered evenly throughout the year. Does not tolerate dry soil, but also does not like it when a swamp is created.
Breinia snowy
Breinia is an evergreen shrub with stunning foliage. Seeing this plant, you might think that it is strewn with bright flowers, which are dusted with snow. That is why it is called “snowy”. The leaves of this flower are bright green with pale pink spots. Brainia, which needs to be cared for only with gloves, is poisonous.
Light. This beautiful flower needs bright, diffused light, and direct sunlight can burn its leaves.
Temperature. In summer - 23-25 degrees, in winter - 16 degrees Celsius.
Humidity. Breinia is a tropical flower, therefore, the air humidity must be appropriate, that is, 60% or more. The plant needs to be sprayed regularly.
Watering. The key to plant health is constantly wet soil, so you need to water the plant every other day. In winter, watering should be reduced slightly. Do not grow a swamp in a pot.
Dracaena - indoor palm
Dracaena is the most popular plant among all decorative foliage plants. It does not require special care, but can turn any room into a cozy room. By the way, the word “dracaena” means “female dragon.” As the plant grows, the trunk becomes woody, and the leaves grow at the very top, which is why the flower is also called a palm tree.
Light. Any dracaena loves diffused light to varying degrees, depending on the species. For example, plants with variegated leaves still require more light.
Temperature. In summer, it is better to keep the flower at a temperature of no more than 25 degrees Celsius, but in winter it is better to lower this figure to 15 degrees.
Humidity. Although dracaena is resistant to dry indoor air, it is still better to spray it regularly. In this case, there should be no drops of moisture left on the leaves, otherwise they will rot.
Watering. In the warm season, dracaena needs to be watered 2 times a week, and in winter once will be enough.
Zamioculcas - dollar tree
Zamioculcas became popular only recently, but has already taken its worthy niche in the world of indoor plants. This flower is unpretentious, which is why it is grown not only in homes, but also in office spaces.
Light. Zamioculcas is able to grow both in the shade and in bright light.
Temperature. Zamioculcas is a heat-loving plant, so you should not allow temperatures below 16 degrees. It tolerates heat well, but the most optimal temperature is considered to be from 18 to 25 degrees. Indifferent to drafts.
Humidity. There is no need to spray Zamioculcas, but to remove dust from the leaves, you can shower once a week.
Watering. Zamioculcas needs abundant and regular watering, but the soil must dry out. He won’t be offended if they forget to water it.
Arrowroot - prayer plant
The arrowroot plant came to us from tropical America. This flower is distinguished by the decorative nature of its leaves and their spectacular coloring. It is believed that arrowroot is not a plant for beginners, but one can argue with that. Every novice florist can meet all the conditions for maintenance.
Light. Lighting is a fundamental factor in caring for this flower. With a lack of light, the leaves of the plant can curl.
Temperature. Since arrowroot is a resident of the tropics, it loves warmth. In summer, it needs a temperature of 20-25 degrees. In winter - 18 degrees. Maranta does not tolerate drafts.
Humidity. Arrowroot loves high humidity, and it is not always possible to get by with regular spraying. It is better to place the pot in a tray with damp moss.
Watering. The plant needs to be watered depending on the condition of the soil. The soil should be slightly dry. You can’t overwater the plant either.
Scindapsus aureus
Scindapsus is a climbing vine that can decorate any corner. The leaves are shaped like a heart. Scindapsus, the care of which does not require special skills, is able to cleanse the room of bad energy. By the way, there is a belief that this flower drives husbands out of the house. But all these are prejudices.
Light. The plant is considered shade-tolerant, but for its active growth it still requires bright, diffused light. Protect the flower from direct sunlight.
Temperature. In summer, the flower will feel great at room temperature, but in winter it is better to provide cooler conditions (18 degrees). When choosing the location of the pot, keep in mind that Scindapsus is afraid of sudden temperature changes and drafts.
Humidity. The plant loves high humidity. Therefore, scindapsus should be regularly sprayed with warm water.
Watering. The main thing is that the soil is regularly moistened. But don't overdo it, otherwise the roots will rot.
Conclusion
If you still don’t have a single pot, then most likely your room cannot be called lively and cozy. Hurry up and run to the flower shop. After all, all decorative foliage indoor plants can infuse vitality into any room. And it doesn’t matter if you’re new to this, everyone can do it. In return, you will receive not only comfort, but also fresh air, because it is known that decorative leafy indoor plants absorb carbon dioxide and release oxygen.
It would be simply stupid to have a piece of land and use it only for gardening. Even on a small piece of land you can find a place to organize a recreation area, plant ornamental plants for the garden, put up a gazebo or at least a comfortable bench.
The choice of beautiful and unpretentious plants is so large that they can be selected for any climatic conditions, site size and in accordance with your preferences. These are trees, shrubs, perennial flowers and herbs.
Trees and shrubs
Planting such plants allows you to literally transform a former construction site or wasteland into a colorful oasis in a matter of hours, if you buy shrubs or ornamental trees for the garden already grown, in tubs, and replant them with a lump of earth. The main thing is to study their requirements for soil quality and degree of frost resistance, and choose those that will feel best on your site.
All trees and bushes are divided into three types: beautifully flowering, evergreen and decorative deciduous plants for the garden.
Beautiful flowering shrubs
Flowering ornamental bushes for the garden such as acacia, rosehip or lilac are known to everyone and need no introduction.
Let's talk about others that have a more exotic look.
- Rhododendron. It blooms in spring with whole clusters of flowers, which, depending on the variety, can have a very unusual color. Incredibly beautiful, but very demanding on temperature conditions - it can freeze in winter. Therefore, it is grown only in the southern regions. A few varieties are adapted to the climate of the middle zone.
- Camellia. An even more heat-loving evergreen plant, the flowering of which begins in the fall. Camellia has very beautiful dark green glossy foliage that provides year-round coverage.
Advice. Try growing camellia as a potted plant if you have somewhere to take it for the winter.
- Forsythia. It blooms very early, when not all trees have foliage yet, so spring pruning is unacceptable. The entire bush is covered with large yellow bells, behind which no branches are visible. Looks especially impressive on.
- Tamarisk. This plant will decorate your decorative garden with its unusual appearance: in spring it will be covered with pink fluffy frost of small flowers. After flowering, it is recommended to shape the bush, and in the fall to prune diseased and dry branches.
- Spiraea. It blooms very profusely - the ends of the branches are completely covered with flowers. The flowering times for different varieties differ, which makes it possible to enjoy the beauty from spring until autumn if you plant several plants of this species.
Evergreen shrubs and trees
These primarily include conifers - decorative spruce trees for the garden, pines, thujas and other representatives of this species. They will not please you with flowers, but your dacha will have greenery all year round.
Of course, ship pines and blue spruces are only suitable for large areas, and for small areas or for organizing a compact recreation area it is better to choose slow-growing and dwarf plants.
For example:
- Mountain pine. A very unpretentious small tree that can live on the poorest soils.
- Cedar elfin wood. The same applies to pine trees, but it grows not so much in height as in breadth, creeping along the ground, and therefore requires a fairly large area. Tolerates harsh winters well.
- Yew. An excellent choice for small areas - it grows very slowly and does well in the shade. But it is thermophilic and can die due to high groundwater levels, as it does not tolerate constant high soil moisture.
- Hemlock is an original coniferous plant with an unusual crown shape in the form of umbrellas. It can be kept neat by periodically cutting it with your own hands. Grows best in places protected from the wind.
For reference. If you need an evergreen hedge, you can create it by planting crops such as juniper, boxwood or thuja around the perimeter.
Decorative foliage plants
If flowering plants are valued for their abundant, but rather short-term flowering, and evergreens are valued for creating a living background throughout the year, then these ornamental garden plants amaze the imagination with foliage of an unusual color or shape. Their competent selection will make your garden original and unforgettable even in the absence of flowers.
- White derain. It stands out among ordinary shrubs with green leaves with a wide white border along their edges. Easily tolerates pruning and bush shaping.
- Barberry Thunberg. A shrub with red or yellow leaves that look very impressive against the background of ordinary green spaces.
- winged euonymus. The color of the foliage changes to bright ruby in autumn, and in spring the plant will delight you with unusual inflorescences collected in clusters.
Note. Depending on the variety, euonymus can be a dwarf plant or grow into a real tree.
There are also deciduous and evergreen species with different requirements for climatic conditions.
Therefore, choose seedlings carefully.
Care instructions must be provided by the nursery.
- Red maple. A tree 1.5-3 meters high with vermilion-like leaves of red color. Loves sunny places and moist acidic soil. Young seedlings require shelter for the winter.
Flowers and herbs
Trees and bushes are great, but few can resist planting decorative garden flowers. Especially perennials, which also do not require much effort in growing seedlings and nurturing them when transplanted into the ground.
In addition to them, the site can also be decorated with unusual ornamental grasses for the garden, which many people know very little about.
How to choose perennials
All herbaceous plants are very demanding regarding soil composition, lighting, and other growing conditions.
When choosing decorative flowers for the garden, first of all pay attention to this.
- Sun-loving plants should be planted in open areas, illuminated by sunlight most of the day.
- For shade-tolerant flowers, areas on the western or eastern side of buildings, as well as flower beds located near tall trees that do not cast a dense shadow, are suitable.
- Shade-loving plants, on the contrary, feel better where the sun rarely shines: under the crown of bushes and trees, in the shade of the north side of the house.
Another selection criterion is the height of the plants. For example, tall ones are used for the back or central part of flower beds and ridges, for decorating unsightly fences and outbuildings. And creeping (ground cover) - for creating tree trunk circles, creating alpine slides and other compositions with stones.
Choose ornamental cereals for the garden especially carefully - not all of them are able to live in harsh climates and require complex care. Such grasses include brown and beige sedge, cortaderia, imperata.
But the dropweed, soddy pike, feather grass or sesleria are quite unpretentious, and at the same time they can become a decoration of your garden.
Advice. If you are going to grow flowers and herbs from seeds, give preference to seeds in simple packets - products from local breeders, adapted to your climatic conditions.
The price for beautiful packaging with bright colors on it is usually much higher, but the result rarely matches the picture.
Conclusion
Floriculture and ornamental gardening is a real art that one learns throughout one’s life. But the love of plants and the desire to make your garden beautiful and cozy will help you realize your dream. And the video in this article will be the starting point on the path to it.
Decorative leaf plants allow you to create amazing compositions for decorating an apartment, home or office. There are numerous groups that include crops with different leaf colors, shapes, lengths and other characteristics. Decorative leafy indoor plants can be either flowering forms or those without the formation of buds. When choosing decorative foliage indoor plants, you need to pay attention to the rules for organizing their care. Some crops have increased requirements for growing conditions and are difficult to maintain at home. This is especially true for large-sized ones. These decorative foliage plants have excellent aesthetic characteristics, but they require high ceilings and a fairly large space to grow. Otherwise, the crown turns out to be deformed.
In this article you can find out the names of decorative leafy indoor plants, see their appearance at different stages of development and gain basic knowledge on organizing events for caring for them at home. Please note that some decorative foliage plants for the home can be poisonous, so they should be kept away from animals and small children.
See photos and names of decorative foliage indoor plants on this page and choose the appropriate species for your phyto design:
Decorative foliage house plants: what are they?
What is it and how to identify this group if there are two names. Decorative-leaved and decorative-deciduous houseplants - what is the correct way and how do they differ? Both names are correct and refer to plants that are purchased primarily for their beautifully shaped or colored leaves. The accepted division into decorative flowering and decorative leaf plants is based only on visual perception and has nothing to do with botany. You can find out the name of decorative foliage plants on this page, where the most popular crops are offered.
Look at the decorative foliage plants in the photo, where specimens of unusual shape and color are presented:
Along with many attractive decorative flowering crops, there are no less number of decorative leaf species that can also decorate any home due to the interesting shapes and colors of various leaves.
From a scientific point of view, most decorative leafy species belong to flowering plants. All plants that reproduce by seeds bloom, although their flowers may be completely inconspicuous.
Since all our indoor crops, which are called decorative leaf plants, come from warm countries, they bloom very rarely or not at all. If the plants do bloom in your room, then in this way they demonstrate that the created conditions fully meet their needs. Many of these species are large trees at home, but in a pot and in other climates they retain the size of young plants. So, decorative leaf species are primarily distinguished by their leaves, which, depending on the type or variety, can be small or large, velvety or leathery, smooth, embossed or rough. They are often decorated with a chic pattern or stand out with an unusual shape.
If you want unusual decorative foliage plants, look at the photos and names, remember and purchase these crops for your home:
Decorative leaf flowers of vineyard (Ampelopsis)
Decorative leaf vineyard
Decorative-leaved vineyard flowers are an ampelous plant that can be grown on a frame, clinging to the support with the help of tendrils. The shoots are red, the variegated leaves of the only indoor species, Ampelopsis brevipedunculata, green and white.
Family. Vitaceae (Grapeaceae).
Homeland. North America, Asia.
Location. Light or semi-shaded, the vineyard requires especially a lot of light in winter.
Temperature. Keep it at room temperature in summer and about 15°C in winter.
Air humidity. Tolerates dry air. Substrate Flower soil mixture.
Watering. Water daily in summer, keep almost dry in winter.
Feeding. Weekly, except in winter.
Transfer. Every year.
Trimming. In winter, the plant easily sheds its leaves. After this, in the spring, significantly shorten the shoots, which will make the vineyard denser.
Reproduction. Cuttings in the summer.
Pests, diseases. Rarely.
In summer, the vineyard loves fresh air; it is recommended to put it outside.
Look at these decorative foliage indoor plants in the photo, which shows different types of pruning and shaping:
Indoor flowers with decorative leaves (names and photos)
Aeonium ( Aeonium)
Plants from the Crassulaceae family with rosettes of fleshy leaves look very attractive. Depending on the species, leaf rosettes are located directly on the ground (Aeonium tabuliforme) and on a more or less high trunk (Aeonium arboreum, A. canariense, A. haworthii). The color of the leaves and their shape also vary depending on the species and variety.
Look at these flowers with decorative leaves in the photo, which shows the different stages of plant development:
Family. Crassuiaceae (Crassulaceae).
Homeland. Canary Islands, Morocco.
Location. Sunny, a lot of light. The south window is perfect.
Temperature. Tolerates high room temperatures, but not lower than 10 °C.
Air humidity. Doesn't matter.
Substrate. 1/3 of flower soil mixture, loam and sand or perlite.
Watering. Only to maintain constant moisture in the earthen coma. During the rest period there is very little.
Feeding. Apply cactus fertilizer every 2 weeks.
Transfer. Once every 2 years.
Reproduction. Apical or leaf cuttings.
Pests, diseases. Rarely.
Important! Aeonium tabuliforme dies after flowering. Make sure that the leaves do not dry out from lack of moisture, otherwise the plant will die.
Aucuba japonica (golden tree) Aucuba japonica
Only Aucuba japonica is suitable for the room, a shrub up to 2 m in height with oval large leathery leaves, which in Aucuba japonica variety 'Variegata' are distinguished by golden inclusions, in Aucuba japonica 'Crotonifolia' are half green and yellow, and in 'Goldieana' - yellow in middle.
Family. Sogpaseae (Dogonels).
Homeland. Japan, Korea. Location Light.
Temperature. Not higher than 24 °C.
Air humidity. In warm rooms, sensitive to dry air.
Substrate. Flower soil mixture.
Watering. Abundant.
Feeding. Every 4 weeks. During cool winters, do not fertilize.
Transfer. If necessary, adult plants are rare.
Reproduction. Apical cuttings in spring.
Pests, diseases. Scale insects.
Important! In summer, place outdoors in partial shade. If the plant has become too large, it can be transplanted into a tub.
Carefully! Eating berries can cause fever and vomiting.
Look at these flowers with decorative leaves in the photo and the name will be completely justified, since it is given by appearance:
Ceropegia ( Ceropegia)
On thread-thin shoots up to 2 m long, small fleshy leaves are formed at significant intervals, with silvery spots on the upper side and red spots on the lower side. Flowers appear from the leaf axils in autumn.
In specimens of the most common type of Wood's ceropegia (Ceropegia woodii), and there are over 150 species in total, aerial tubers are formed on the shoots, which are used for propagation. Ceropegia is an excellent hanging plant.
Family. Asclepiadaceae (Lastovnevye).
Homeland. Africa, Asia.
Location. Sunlight, but not direct midday rays.
Temperature. Room, not lower than 8 °C.
Air humidity. Not significant.
Substrate. Flower soil mixture with 1/3 sand.
Watering. The substrate should be constantly moist in summer and dry in winter.
Feeding. During the growth period every 4 weeks.
Transfer. Once every 2 years.
Reproduction. Nodules or shoot cuttings.
Pests, diseases. Rarely.
Look at these indoor flowers with decorative leaves in the photo, where all the described botanical characteristics are attached:
Ornamental plant with large leaves – coconut palm
Coconut palm
Coconut palms are among the most attractive palm trees available from us. Most often, the coconut from which the palm grew is still visible at the base of the trunk. The offered specimens of this ornamental plant with large leaves are small compared to the enormous size to which coconut palms grow in their homeland. Indoors, coconut palms lack the moist warmth of their natural habitat, so they do not live long indoors.
Homeland. Tropical regions of Southeast Asia.
Location. Bright, sunny.
Temperature. Warmth is needed all year round, in winter no lower than 18°C.
Air humidity. High. It is important to spray frequently and provide artificial air humidification.
Substrate. Flower soil mixture with loam and sand in equal parts.
Watering. Maintain constant substrate moisture.
Feeding. In summer, apply fertilizer weekly in small doses.
Transfer. Only when absolutely necessary.
Reproduction. Seeds or nuts.
Pests, diseases. Rarely.
Having learned the name, look at the indoor flowers with decorative leaves in the photo, where the coconut palm is illustrated in all its glory, so to speak:
Davallia - indoor flower with decorative leaves
Davallia
From finger-thick, scaly rhizomes that cling to the bark of trees or something similar, grow triangular fronds with many small, feathery leaves. Davallia canariensis is an indoor flower with decorative dark green leaves. Davallia fejeensis has larger, light green fronds.
Family. Davalliaceae
Homeland. Mediterranean, tropical Asia.
Location. Light or semi-shaded.
Temperature. Optimal for Davallia canariensis is 12 °C, for D. fejeensis - 20 °C.
Air humidity. Very tall, best in a closed display case.
Substrate. Bark, sphagnum or clay pots.
Watering. Spray daily.
Feeding. Hardly needed.
Transfer. Not necessary.
Reproduction. By dividing the rhizome.
Pests, diseases. Rarely.
Important! Dawallias do well when tied to clay pots. Pre-close the drainage hole with cement. The pot must be constantly filled with water. The rhizomes will receive water over the edge of the pot. Periodically dip the dawllia in lukewarm water.
Look at these decorative leafy indoor plants in the photo, where all the distinctive features of the culture are visible:
Indoor plants with decorative leaves (names and photos)
There are a wide variety of plants with decorative leaves, differing in the form of development and growth, length, height, color and many other characteristics. We propose to consider the most common indoor plants with decorative leaves, which are often used for landscaping in homes and offices.
Fatshedera Lice ( Fatshedera lizei)
A hybrid of ivy and aralia - fatshvdvra Litse x Fatshedera - is a hybrid of aralia (Fatsia japonica) and ivy (Hedera helix). On thin vertical shoots up to 1.5 m long, five-lobed dark green shiny leaves grow, which in Fatshedera lizei ‘Variegata’ are decorated with a white pattern.
Family. Araliaceae (Araliaceae).
Location. Light or semi-shaded.
Temperature.
Air humidity. If the plant remains in a heated room in winter, it needs to be sprayed frequently.
Substrate. Flower soil mixture.
Watering. Moderate, even less during the rest period.
Feeding. In summer every 2 weeks.
Transfer. Annually in a larger pot.
Trimming. Shorten the shoots by 1/4 in the spring, so the plant will form denser.
Reproduction. Apical cuttings, including those with a preliminary cut.
Pests, diseases. Aphids.
Important! In summer you can put it outside in a shady place.
Look at these plants with decorative leaves in the photo, which shows adult specimens:
indoor Aralia ( Fatsia japonica)
The young plant quickly reaches 1.5 m in height. Very large seven- and nine-lobed leaves are located on a short trunk; The upper side of the leaves is shiny, the lower side is matte. There is a variety with variegated yellow-green leaves, Fatsia japonica ‘Variegata’, however, it is sensitive to cold weather.
Family. Araliaceae (Araliaceae).
Homeland. Japan.
Location. Light.
Temperature. Room.
Air humidity. Tolerates dry air.
Substrate. Flower soil mixture.
Watering. In summer twice a day, in winter only maintain moderate humidity.
Feeding. Every week in summer, once every 6 weeks in winter.
Transfer. If necessary.
Reproduction. Apical cuttings, including those with a preliminary cut, seeds.
Pests, diseases. Spider mites, aphids.
Important! In summer it should be placed outside in partial shade. Aralias grow large and beautiful if they are in a large enough pot.
Carefully! Contains polyines (toxic substances).
Take a close look at these plants with decorative leaves in the photo and the names will be etched in your memory for a long time:
Common ivy ( Hedera helix)
There are many different varieties of Hedera helix, including some that are suitable for less-than-light locations. All have the same leaf shape, from three to five lobes, leathery.
Family. Araliaceae (Araliaceae).
Homeland. Subtropics.
Location. Variegated varieties require a lot of light. Green varieties are well suited for a north window.
Temperature. Room required. Variegated varieties are more thermophilic, not lower than 15 °C.
Air humidity. High in warmth; provide artificially.
Substrate. Flower soil mixture.
Watering. Keep the substrate moist at all times, use water at room temperature.
Feeding. Every week in summer, once every 4 weeks in winter.
Transfer. Every year.
Reproduction. Apical cuttings in water.
Pests, diseases. Rarely.
Carefully! The berries are very poisonous. The plant contains substances that irritate the skin and mucous membranes.
Ornamental plant with large leaves - monstera
Monstera is attractive ( Monstera delidosa) - one of the most popular decorative leaf plants. Indoors, this ornamental plant with large leaves can reach 5 m in height. The leaves of young plants are entire; in older specimens they are often cut to the central vein or slightly cut through. Monstera forms long aerial roots.
Family. Agaceae (Araceae).
Homeland. Mexico.
Location. Preferably in a room in partial shade.
Temperature. Keep the substrate room temperature and warm.
Air humidity. About 60% is required. Spray more often.
Substrate. Flower soil mixture.
Watering. Maintain moderate humidity.
Feeding. Every 2, in winter every 4 weeks. In a cool room, the monstera stops growing; do not feed it at this time.
Transfer. Once every 2 years, older plants - less often.
Reproduction. Apical cuttings with aerial roots that are oriented downward towards the ground.
Pests, diseases. Root rot.
Important! Clean the leaves often. Do not damage the aerial roots and do not cut them off under any circumstances!
Carefully! Contains substances that irritate the skin and mucous membranes. The fruits are inedible.
Pisonia umbrella ( Pisonia umbrellifera)
A beautifully branched bush with white-variegated leaves grows in a room about 1.2 m in height, and the leaves of adult specimens can reach 40 cm in length. The most commonly found variety on sale is “Variegata” with green leaves with a white pattern.
Family. Nyctaginaceae (Nyctaginaceae).
Homeland. Australia, Oceania.
Location. Lots of light, no direct sun.
Temperature. Warm, in winter also not lower than 15 ° C. The soil should be warm.
Air humidity. Loves dry air.
Substrate. Flower soil mixture.
Watering. Maintain moderate humidity, avoid drying out the substrate.
Feeding. In summer every 2 weeks, in winter every 6 weeks.
Transfer. If necessary.
Trimming. If the plant has become unsightly, it can be cut back to the wood, then new shoots will appear.
Reproduction. Apical cuttings at high temperatures.
Diseases, pests. Scale insects and aphids.
Pittosporum ( Pittosporum)
Pittosporum, a resin seed plant, or indoor tree, reaches 2 m in height. The most famous species is Pittosporum tobira. The shiny dark green leathery leaves are round at the top and taper towards the petiole. There is a variety with a white pattern on the leaves, Pittosporum tobira ‘Variegatum’.
Family. Pittosporaceae (Pittosporaceae).
Homeland. Asia, Africa, New Zealand.
Location. Bright with a few hours of sun.
Temperature. Indoor, about 10°C in winter.
Air humidity. Doesn't play a significant role.
Substrate. Flower soil mixture.
Watering. Abundant in summer, in winter only to maintain humidity.
Feeding. In summer every 2 weeks.
Transfer. Every year in a larger pot.
Trimming. Prune young plants more often to give the plant a beautiful shape.
Reproduction. Apical cuttings, seeds.
Pests, diseases. Rarely.
Platycerium (antler)
This is an interesting plant with two types of leaves; Some, shortened ones, attach to the support and absorb nutrients. The upper leaves of Platycerium bifurcatum look like antlers, while those of Platycerium angolense cover the lower leaves. The latter turn brown and die, and new green leaves form above them. Platycerium bifurcatum with leaves up to 90 cm in length does not require special care.
Family. Polypodiaceae (Polypodiaceae).
Homeland. Australia, Polynesia, Madagascar.
Location. Partial shade.
Temperature. Very warm, not lower than 15 °C.
Air humidity. Approximately 50-60%.
Substrate. Grows best on a tree trunk.
Watering. Once a week for 30 minutes in a bath with water. Soften the water!
Feeding. Once every 3 weeks, apply fertilizer at half the concentration.
Transfer. Every 2 years, young plants more often.
Reproduction. Offspring.
Pests, diseases. Scale insects.
Important! Does not tolerate chemical plant protection products. Do not wipe the leaves with anything wet, so as not to remove the felt covering.
Pogonaterum (indoor bamboo, bamboo grass)
A beautiful trailing herb with delicate light green leaves and stems up to 60cm tall, depending on age. Only young plants no higher than 30 cm are sold. Since these plants often do not have too many shoots, it is better to immediately plant three young plants in a larger pot.
Family. Roaceae (Cereals).
Homeland. Asia.
Location. Light, tolerates sun.
Temperature. Warm, not lower than 10 °C.
Air humidity. Tolerates dry air, but prefers high humidity.
Substrate. Flower soil mixture.
Watering. Loves a constant “foot bath.”
Feeding. Once every 3 weeks.
Transfer. Every year.
Reproduction. Dividing plants.
Pests, diseases. Rarely.
Important! Never allow indoor bamboo to dry out from which it will not recover. The plant can be placed outside in partial shade in the summer. It will also grow well in the swampy part of the pond.
Radermacher ( Radermachera sinica)
This dense ornamental shrub with shiny green, pinnate leaves has quickly won many admirers as a “new houseplant.” In a pot, Radermachera can grow up to 1.5 m high and wide.
Family. Bignoniaceae (Bignoniaceae).
Decorative foliage plants fascinate with the beauty of their leaves. They have dim, but very fragrant flowering.
This subgroup of flora representatives is intended for decorating small rooms and offices.
Plants are used in floral arrangements for phytodesign of interiors.
general description
Decorative foliage plants easily retain their characteristic structure, as well as the incomparable shade of their leaves. They prefer good feeding, spacious containers and systematic watering. They love plenty of sunlight. They grow well on loggias, glazed balconies and greenhouses.
Indoor decorative foliage plants have a rich variety. This class includes a large number of different subspecies. Some of them are unpretentious, others require special attention.
Types, varieties, names
Let's take a closer look at decorative foliage indoor plants with photos and names.
- – used in decorating personal plots and small offices. They give the room an incomparable beautiful appearance, and the open gardens provide quiet, secluded places. They prefer plenty of sunlight. Some subspecies may require crown formation.
- - a large perennial plant with a powerful root system. Reaches in height more than 7 meters. It has large leaves reaching a length of more than 5-6 meters. The leaves are covered with a thin layer of waxy coating. Blooms in summer. After flowering it forms emerald fruits.
- - a large fruit tree. It can grow both in garden plots and indoors. It reaches a height of 18-20 meters. Requires mandatory crown formation. In poor conditions it hardly blooms or bears fruit.
- – has become widespread due to its numerous beneficial properties. Easily amenable to crown formation. It reaches a height of 10-16 meters. The lifespan of this representative of the flora can reach more than 300 years.
- - is an evergreen tree reaching a height of more than 9 meters. It has a wide spreading crown with a large number of stems. Forms very smooth bark and small thorns located on all branches of the tree. It has shiny, leathery, oval-shaped leaves.
- – can grow in open ground. Used to decorate garden compositions. Can be used as a hedge. It has leathery, shiny leaves. Blooms with miniature snow-white flowers having a wonderful aroma.
- – is an evergreen tree reaching a length of 20-25 meters. Has slow growth. It has a spreading pyramidal crown with a large number of stems. Forms oval-shaped woody cones.
- - is an evergreen fruit tree. Can be used for growing at home. It blooms with miniature fragrant flowers in winter. Requires good lighting. Has an active growth rate.
- - evergreen fragrant tree. It has miniature snow-white or pink flowers. Has miraculous properties. In ancient times, this representative of the flora was considered endowed with magical powers.
- - a beautiful evergreen representative of the flora. It reaches a height of 3-5 meters. It blooms with miniature fragrant flowers. Forms aromatic fruits. Can also be used to decorate any interior.
- – has become widespread as an “autograph tree”. It has wide, thick leaves on which you can write various words or phrases. Over time, the inscriptions become scarred. The plant has a wide root system. Forms fruits in the form of brown boxes.
- Kokkoloba- is a low evergreen plant. Adapts to any growing conditions. It has a wide leafy crown with a large number of stems. It has large, whole leaves of an emerald hue.
- – is a shade-tolerant plant. Does not tolerate sudden temperature changes and cold gusts of wind. In hot weather requires shading. In poor conditions it forms internodes.
- – includes more than 30 different subspecies. Refers to ornamental plants. It is distinguished by its unusual beauty and unpretentiousness.
- - an incomparable ornamental plant. Used to decorate interiors. It has elongated leaves of an emerald hue.
- - an amazing aromatic plant. Used in landscape design to decorate flower arrangements. He is short in stature.
- - an elongated plant of unusual shape. Has drooping leaves. It reaches a height of no more than 3 meters.
- - a beautiful ornamental plant. It has unusual leaf colors. Loves plenty of sunlight and additional feeding.
- Pittosporum– grows well indoors. Blooms all summer. It has a wonderful fragrant aroma. Responds well to fertilizing.
- - an amazing plant native to France. It has leaves of an unusual shape. It has a climbing stem reaching a length of more than 5 meters.
- - a low-growing plant reaching a length of 1-2 meters. It has miniature lanceolate leaves. Blooms with snow-white axillary flowers. Forms small fruits similar to plums.
- – used for landscaping garden areas. Can be used to create amazing landscape design. This category of plants is represented in culture by a huge variety of shades, shapes and characteristics. Shrubs can be either fast-growing or slow-growing. They reach a height of 0.5 to 3 meters. They don't like cold winds. Some subspecies require shaded protection from the hot rays of the sun.
- – used in decorating personal plots and small offices. They give the room an incomparable beautiful appearance, and the open gardens provide quiet, secluded places. They prefer plenty of sunlight. Some subspecies may require crown formation.
- – are a magnificent decoration for greenhouses and interiors. Associated with luxury, with slight notes of exoticism. They have a lignified trunk with spreading branches. They have fan-shaped or feathery leaves reaching a length of 0.5-3 meters. They form flowers in the axils of the leaves. They are divided into bush-like or dwarf. The homeland of such plants is the southern tropics.
- - are evergreen flowering plants. They have extensive species diversity. They have an elongated stem with lateral branches. They do not tolerate frosts and temperature changes well. They require shelter for the root system for the winter. Planted to decorate flower combinations. Also decorated are hedges, nets, complex pyramids, arches, and fences. Combine harmoniously with plants of light emerald shades.
- – differ from other species by their incomparable narrow leaves, collected in small bunches. They have miniature flowers with loose panicles. They have drooping arched stems. They grow well both in the shade and in the sun. They prefer loose, breathable soil. They can be grown in greenhouses, winter gardens, and also as indoor crops.
- - differs from other subspecies in narrowed fan-shaped leaves with snow-white stripes. It is shade-tolerant and thermophilic. Can withstand adverse weather conditions. It tolerates cold weather, sharp gusts of wind and waterlogged soil well.
- – grows in large rooms or greenhouses. It has geniculate, hollow stems. It has narrowed linear leaves reaching a length of 6-10 cm. It blooms once at the age of 33 years. After flowering it dies. In indoor culture, it is recommended to use dwarf subspecies.
- - tropical perennial. It is a small tree with a swollen base of the trunk. Thanks to such a trunk, this representative of the flora can accumulate the required amount of moisture. Branches after flowering. Has a wide root system.
- – has more than 250 different subspecies. In indoor conditions it grows as an ampelous plant. At the tips of the branches it forms snow-white-brown flowers, similar to pinheads. Due to lack of light, the reeds are able to lean down.
- – includes more than 2000 different subspecies. It has curved, emerald-amber leaves, reaching a length of more than 35 cm. It can be grown in indoor and greenhouse culture. It has a short branched root system.
- – has elongated linear leaves collected into a loose panicle. It has drooping arched stems growing from aerial roots. It has hanging branches with numerous leaf rosettes.
- – has more than 400 different subspecies. It has straight triangular branches. It has narrowed lanceolate leaves collected in long umbrellas. It blooms all summer with miniature emerald flowers. Forms brown spikelets similar to cereal crops.
- – have spear-shaped, pointed leaves collected in small bunches. Very hardy when grown in the shade. Heat-loving. They prefer moderate watering and spraying. Can be used to decorate flower arrangements. They grow in garden plots, closed greenhouses, and winter gardens. Some subspecies contain milky sap.
- - a large ornamental plant with oblong lanceolate leaves. Requires constant spraying. Can winter in rooms near central heating. May cause allergic reactions in hypersensitive people.
- – has more than 150 different subspecies. Very capricious, requires certain gardening skills. Therefore, it is recommended only to professional flower growers. Does not tolerate sudden temperature changes. Grows well in hydroponics.
- – includes 11 different subspecies. It is a perennial herbaceous plant with a wide rhizome. It has large, entire, asymmetrical leaves. It has dense bracts and spike-shaped inflorescences. Reaches more than 80 cm in height.
- - a herbaceous perennial, reaching a height of 65-85 cm. It has large emerald and pinkish leaves. It has miniature, inconspicuous, but very fragrant flowers. Blooms in spring and summer. Prefers plenty of sunlight.
Decorative foliage indoor plants- representatives of the flora, beautiful in their structure and beauty. This class includes a large number of different subspecies, thanks to which they have gained wide popularity among floristry fans. The plants have beautiful decorative leaves and colorful fragrant flowers.
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In this section called " Decorative foliage plants ", we will talk about indoor flowers with beautiful leaves, without which not a single green corner in the apartment can do. Some of them have large oval leaves, others are dissected, lobed or linear. Indoor plants can have plain green, green with different colored veins, or bright multi-colored leaves. There will be a separate article about each flower and its care. In this one you can briefly get acquainted with several of the most popular ones and see their photos.
Aglaonema 
Schefflera
In the West, this flower was called “ballerina” for its elegant crown of leaves dissected in a circle. is represented by four species, which differ in shape, size or color of the plates of its leaves.
At home, the tree can grow up to 2 meters. On a young plant, “umbrellas” have only 8 leaf blades. With age, their number increases to 16 pieces.
Sheflera is very unpretentious and resistant to various pests, which is why it is loved among gardeners.
Codeium
People call this shrub with bright, colorful carved leaves. Under good conditions it can grow up to 2 meters. The leathery leaf of croton reaches a length of up to 30 cm. Depending on the variety, the leaves can be of various shapes and colors. There are bushes with green and variegated leaves with red, yellow, and brown shades.
Zamioculcas - dollar tree
This stunningly beautiful tuberous evergreen is distinguished by fleshy leaves up to 1 meter high and shiny leathery leaf blades. 
At home, the plant grows well and can bloom. Its inflorescence is a greenish-white blanket, in the middle of which there is a light cream spadix. A peduncle is formed at the base of the leaves.
The indoor plant Zamioculcas looks very impressive in floor pots. The flower prefers spacious, bright rooms, so it is used to decorate not only apartments, but also offices and hallways of various institutions.
Yucca
The houseplant is a tree with a woody stem and pointed linear-lanceolate leaves clustered at the end of the trunk. Depending on the type, indoor plants can grow from a few centimeters to several meters.
Under favorable conditions and good care, some varieties of yucca bloom with large, bell-shaped white flowers, which are collected in multi-flowered panicles.
The most decorative representative of the genus is Yucca elephant. An adult plant has a lush crown with a diameter of up to 4.5 meters. More compact types are suitable for home use. These include Yucca aloelia and Yucca glaucosa.
Yucca tree is most suitable for decorating spacious living rooms or halls. It does not require increased attention from the grower, since it is very unpretentious.
Monstera
The tropical liana is known to many for its dissected large leaves located alternately on the stems. The leathery leaves of the monstera flower have holes and slits of different shapes. In young plants they are solid and only with age they begin to grow perforated.
An overgrown monstera plant needs support. To do this, you can buy a tube with moss at the store or build it yourself. Numerous aerial roots that have grown should not be cut off. It is recommended to spray them from time to time.
Monstera unpretentious, so it grows quickly. This must be taken into account when decorating your apartment with it. After 3-4 years, the vine can occupy a large area of a small room. Therefore, it is best suited for spacious living rooms and halls. You can find out whether you can keep a monstera at home by clicking on .
Sansevieria - pike tail
An unpretentious evergreen indoor plant is also popularly called mother-in-law's tongue, Indian sword, wolf's tail, sansevieria. There are about 60 varieties of the flower. Between themselves they vary in size, shape and color of the leaves.
The most famous type of sansevieria has sword-shaped, dense, leathery green leaves with light green longitudinal stripes. Sansevieria three-lane is distinguished by its variegated color. Its edges are framed with a yellow border.
There are dwarf varieties of piketail, which have triangular-shaped leaves. Cylindrical sansevieria have tubular leaves up to 2 cm in diameter. Each of them has a small groove in the center. From such leaves you can make various unusual compositions to decorate a room.
- This is an unpretentious and very hardy flower. For beginner flower growers, it is perfect. In addition, sansevieria has the ability to purify indoor air.
Usually plants that do not bloom are not very fancy. Particular attention should be paid to flowers with multi-colored colors and characteristic leaf structure. But each type of decorative foliage plant requires certain maintenance conditions and care. You can familiarize yourself with the rules for growing various flowers with decorative leaves from our following articles.
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