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22 Nov

Elephant Bush Propagation: Complete Guide With 100% Effective Propagation Method

Elephant Bush or the Portulacaria Afra plant is a low-maintenance succulent native to the South African region. It is characterized as a slow-growing plant that is also drought tolerant. Thus, it makes a good choice for novice gardeners and a perfect houseplant that could live for decades. Caring for these species is quite easy but the process of Elephant Plant Propagation could demand a little effort from the owner. However, the reward for your effort will be satisfying and beautiful. When provided with the right conditions and if you pursue the right procedure for propagation it should be easy for…

18 Nov

Types of Agave Plants: Striking Species With Different Qualities

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Before you know about the different types of Agave plants, it is better to get a glimpse of what these plants actually are. Agave plants are a Monocots genus that belongs to America's hot and arid regions. The genus is well-known for succulents and xerophytic species of plants that have thick fleshy leaves and striking appearance. These plants are suitable for indoor and outdoor landscapes and can be utilized as borders or hedges. As per research, there are around 200 different agave plant species present in the world. Now when you look at the plant, you will see that the…

07 Oct

Fishhook Barrel Cactus: Fun Facts & Caring Guide For The Edible Cactus

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Fishhook Barrel Cactus also known as the Ferocactus wislizenii is a ball-shaped cactus plant with an attractive cylindrical shape, and hooked central spine. The fishhook barrel cactus is a flowering plant in the cactus family that belongs to northern Mexico and the southern United States. In their natural habitat, the fishhook barrel cactus tends to grow along desert washes and they are less likely to be seen on rocky slopes or valley floors. Fishhook barrel cactus blooms in springs till early fall when a person can witness beautiful flowers along with oblong-shaped fruits. The red-orange colored flowers can be seen…

29 Sep

Include These 7 Haworthia Plant Varieties (Or Types) to Enhance Your Home Interior

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The Haworthia is well-known for its succulent leaves, which come in various colours, from thick and fat to thin and bristly. These colours include hues of green, red, and brown (nearly black). Haworthia species include varieties of texture, lines, stripes, lumps, and spots, while others are smooth. In conclusion, Haworthias are an excellent, attractive option if you're seeking a houseplant or a new arrival to your yard. Most Haworthia varieties are identifiable through the rosette-like leaves that emerge from the stem axis. Haworthia species vary widely, making it challenging to generalize about them. But how do you identify other varieties?…

21 Sep

Blue Smoke Cactus: Tips to Grow this Unique Cactus at Home

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Blue Smoke Cactus is a beautiful addition to your indoor or outdoor garden. The plant is basically native to the central and northern parts of Mexico. Scientifically known as Myrtillocactus Geometrizan, the blue smoke cactus can amplify the look of your garden due to its unique foliage, with thick fleshy stems. The plant produces beautiful purple-blue color flowers and you could also witness purple fruits commonly known as bilberries. The blue flowering cactus is a slow-growing plant but it can reach up to 16 feet in height. However, among the cactus, they are relatively fast-growing plants, that can grow 1…

18 Sep

Anthurium Crystallinum: A Well-Liked Indoor Plant – Learn How to Propagate and Take Care of It

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Due to their captivating beauty and distinctive appearance, anthuriums become more well-known day after day. Tropical evergreens of the Crystallinum group have velvety-feeling leaves. Its leaves could be any color, but they typically appear in various tones of dark green, even purple. The lovely ornamental leaves on these tropical plants are highly appreciated. Many houses with houseplant enthusiasts prefer crystallinum since it is quite simple to care for. The velvety, enormous, heart-shaped leaves of the native Crystallinum are covered with noticeable white veins, which grow at the edges of tropical rainforests in South and Central America. Although this plant seems…

14 Sep

Monstera Minima: Tiny Yet Attractive Indoor Climbing Plant

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Monstera Minima is a tropical plant that belongs to the Monstera genus and is known for its tiny beautiful foliage. Monstera Minima looks like a compact version of Monstera Deliciosa with similarly shaped leaves. Also, the plant may look like a Monstera but it is actually a member of the Araceae family. With the deliciosa, you need a bigger space to accommodate the plant but the Monstera Minima takes lesser space while giving you the same vibe and appearance. Monstera Minima is a fast-growing indoor vining plant that adapts really well to indoor conditions. While growing indoors, your Monstera plant…

11 Sep

3 Useful Ways to Propagate Hindu Rope Hoya Plant Those will Work Definitely

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Most of you are familiar with this wonderful indoor plant, “Hindu Rope Hoya”. This plant is also known as Hoya carnosa 'Compacta' or 'Krinkle Kurl'. It's a fascinating hanging plant. And has characteristic coiled leaves that distinguish it from the parent plant. If you're searching for something low-maintenance, a Hindu rope plant can be a good option. To survive, they only require the right potting mix, a moderate amount of temperature, and bright, moderate sunlight. If you desire a Hindu Rope Hoya plant but don't know how to propagate a Hoya plant, don't worry! Here are three simple ways to…

29 Aug

Propagate Spider Plant: 3 Easy Techniques That Work Like Miracle

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Spider Plant (Chlorophytum comosum) is a beautiful variegated houseplant that is known for its air purifying qualities and ease of maintenance. Taking care of the spider plant is easy, the user needs well-drained soil, indirect sunlight, and moderate watering sessions. If you are able to meet all the requirements, the spider plant will thrive and produce baby plants in the future. To propagate spider plants, the user needs to have a healthy spider plant at home that is only possible if you took care of the plant with caution. The spider plant is one of the easiest plants to propagate…

19 Aug

Coral Cactus – Things to Know About This Succulent: Tips, Care & Much More

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The Coral Catus plant is a unique succulent that belongs to the Euphorbia genus which is a large family of over 2000 succulent plants. The coral cactus is not a cactus but a very special species in the genus as it is a combination of two species, i.e., Euphorbia Lactea, and Euphorbia Neriifolia. The unique combination makes it a little complex to understand the plant species. The lower part of the plant is Euphorbia Neriifolia which looks like cactus except for oval and wide leaves. From the top, the plant is Euphorbia Lactea 'Cristata', which has rippled large fan-shaped like…