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Yellow home flowers. Indoor plants with long leaves (descriptions, names and photos)

If you don't have flowers in your home because you don't have the time or experience to care for them, choose low-maintenance plants to suit your tastes; Believe me, there are more than enough of them.

Philodendron

Heart-shaped philodendron - strong ornamental plant, for for long years which is the most popular in indoor gardening. It has heart-shaped leaves and adapts well to low light. Philodendron grows very beautifully along the edges of bookshelves or other furniture.
Pros: When tied to a moss tube or root plate, the philodendron takes on the shape of a green tower.
Name: Philodendron hederaceum oxycardium
Size: 2-3 m length of a creeping or tied plant
Important: All parts of this plant are highly poisonous and may cause irritation to the lips, tongue or throat if the leaves are chewed by children or animals.

Mother-in-law's tongue

This unpretentious flower does not require special care. It is ideal for novice gardeners who have only dealt with artificial plants made of plastic. All varieties of mother-in-law's tongue tolerate a lack of light well, but still prefer bright lighting. Do not water this plant too much or root rot may occur.
Pros: The plant is very unpretentious and has beautiful, sword-shaped leaves.
Name: Sansevieria trifasciata "Laurentia"
Growing conditions: Low or bright light; temperature 15-26 C; let the soil dry out between waterings.
Size: up to 1.2 m in length and width
Important: May cause irritation to sensitive skin.

corn palm

Don't confuse it with a vegetable similar name. This beautiful plant has bright, straight leaves that seem to stretch out into a palm tree. Plant several corn palms in one large container for a dramatic indoor display.
Pros: Colorful yellow-green striped leaves on a straight trunk.
Name: Dracaena fragrans "Massangeana"

Important: Poisonous to dogs.

English ivy

In most cases, English ivy is known as a trailing plant. For a decorative effect, place a pot of ivy on the edge of the fireplace or on bookshelf so that its stems hang down. Try pruning the plant to give it shape. English ivy is very easy to propagate: just cut off a 10-centimeter piece of the stem, tear off the leaves from below and plant in moist soil. If you don’t forget to water the seedling, it will take root within a few weeks.
Little advice: The plant is often damaged by red mite. To repel it, rinse the ivy periodically in the shower or in a room temperature bath.
Pros: This is a hardy climbing plant with dark green variegated leaves.
Name: Hedera helix
Growing conditions: Medium or bright light, temperature 12-23 C, even watering.
Size: 1.8 m length of creeping or tied plant
Important: All parts of English ivy are poisonous, so make sure children and animals do not chew it.

Peperomia

Peperomia are a group of diverse small houseplants with waxy leaves. Red-edged peperomia has broad, cream-colored leaves. Well known are wavy peperomia, watermelon peperomia, baby doll peperomia and silver leaf peperomia.
Pros: Peperomia's waxy, colorful leaves fill the room with color, and the plant itself doesn't take up much space.
Name: Peperomia spp.
Growing Conditions: Medium to bright light, temperature 15-23 C, allow soil to dry out between waterings
Size: Up to 30 cm in height and width.
Important: The plant is poisonous to dogs and cats.

This plant, like its name, is very impressive. It has tufts of long, narrow, dark green leaves and red-edged, woody gray stems. The Tricolor variety is distinguished by pinkish-cream edges on the leaves, which is why it is also called the rainbow plant.
Pros: herbaceous leaves on tall stems they give dracaena festive look.
Name: Dracaena marginata.
Growing Conditions: Medium to bright light, temperature 18-23 C, allow soil to dry out between waterings
Size: Up to 3 m long and 0.6 m wide.
Important: The plant is poisonous to dogs.

Ficus (rubber tree)

The old-fashioned classic plant gets its second name from the sticky, milky sap that exudes when cut. It grows quite tall, but by cutting long stems you can control its growth and even turn the rubber tree into a bush.
Pros: The large, dark green leaves of ficus are very pretty. The older the ficus, the larger its leaves. This creates a wonderful decorative effect.
Name: Ficus elastica
Growing Conditions: Medium to bright light, temperature 15-26 C, allow soil to dry out between waterings
Size: Up to 2.4 m high and 1.2 m wide.
Important: Ficus sap may cause irritation on sensitive skin.

This bush tolerates semi-darkness, but its leaves acquire the brightest color when good lighting. They shine in shades of gold, pink and orange in the sun. Rinse croton leaves occasionally to maintain their shiny appearance.
Pros: Strong leaves beautiful shades.
Name: Codiaeum variegatum pictum.
Size: Up to 1.2 m in height and 0.9 m in width.
Important: This plant is poisonous and therefore dangerous for children and animals.

Syngonium

One of the most common and unpretentious indoor plants, syngonium has arrow-shaped leaves of a pronounced shape (hence another of its names - arrow-shaped syngonium). Unlike many other plants, Syngonium has many species and varieties. Most of them are distinguished by bright leaves. Depending on the species, the leaves may be green with white markings or bronze-green with pink tint. Young plants begin to curl over time, so take care of an artificial trunk or hanging planter for them.
Pros: The colorful leaves allow you to brightly decorate every corner of your home.
Name: Syngonium podophyllum
Growing conditions: Low or bright lighting, temperature 15-23 C, even watering.

jade tree

If you always forget to water your plants, the jade tree is made for you. It goes well with cacti. During the growing season, the jade tree prefers room temperature, but it will grow better if you keep it in a cool place and give it enough moisture to prevent the leaves from drying out in winter.
Pros: An unpretentious tree plant with interesting twisted branches and fleshy leaves.
Name: Crassula ovata.
Growing conditions: Bright light, temperature 18-23 C (12 C in winter), keep the soil dry
Size: Up to 3 m high and 0.6 m wide

Goya, or wax tree, is distinguished by waxy leaves and pink, waxy-scented flowers. Golden Goya has cream-colored leaves. Goya can curl, form a topiary, or simply look good in a flowerpot.
Pros: Goya has beautiful flowers (often with a strong scent). This is not a very water-loving plant, so don't be upset if you suddenly forget to water it.
Name: Hoya carnosa
Growing Conditions: Medium to bright light, temperature 12-23 C, allow soil to dry out between waterings
Size: Can curl up to 1.2 m in length.

Norfolk pine

The secret to the health of Norfolk pine is rich light and humidity. In low light, the lower tiers of leaves may turn yellow and fall off. When the room is dry, the plant becomes a tasty morsel for red mites.
Pros: Ideal tree for Christmas or other holiday. In addition, it brings a unique cozy atmosphere to the house.
Name: Araucaria heterophylla.
Growing conditions: Bright light, temperature 15-23 C, let the soil dry out between waterings.
Size: Up to 3 m high and 1.5 m wide

Scindapsus

Also known as pothos or devil's ivy, this hardy climbing plant is often confused with heartleaf philodendron. Like philadendron, pothos has heart-shaped leaves and can be grown in a pot on the table, in a hanging basket or tied to an artificial trunk. This plant does not require a lot of light, but the more light there is, the more colorful the leaves will be.
Pros: Devil's ivy is one of the most practical house plants. It looks great in a hanging basket.
Name: Epipremnum aureum "Marble Queen"
Growing conditions: Away from direct sun rays; temperature 18-23 C; the soil is relatively dry.
Size: creeping plant 2-3 meters long.
Important: All parts of this plant are poisonous and may cause irritation to the lips, tongue, or throat if children or animals chew the leaves.

Boston fern

The lacy, arrow-shaped leaves of the Boston fern make it an ideal plant for planting in a pot or planter. However, don't let this delicate-looking plant fool you: it can grow for decades if you remember to water it and keep it in a moderately lit room with moderate humidity. The Dallas variety is more unpretentious to dry air.
Pros: Boston fern creates classic look in any room. It goes well with country or country style.
Name: Nephrolepis exaltata
Size: Up to 1.2 m in height (length).

Green dracaena

Some varieties of green dracaena, such as 'Janet Craig', have strong green leaves. Others have white, cream, gold, or yellowish-green stripes on the leaves. All varieties have rosettes at the beginning of growth, but then become upright green plants. They tolerate it well bad light, but the leaves become more saturated in color in medium to bright light.
Pros: Durable unpretentious plant with beautiful leaves.
Name: Dracaena deremensis.
Size: Up to 3 m in height and 0.9 m in width.
Important: This plant is poisonous to dogs.

Chlorophytum

Surely you remember how your grandmother grew this plant; Chlorophytums were and remain very popular. Just look at the number of varieties - from those with simple green leaves to those decorated with cream or white stripes.
Pros: Growing chlorophytum does not require much trouble.
Name: Chlorophytum comosum
Growing conditions: Medium or bright light, temperature 15-23 C, even watering.
Size: Up to 30 cm in length and 60 cm in width.

Zamioculcas

It is also called an everlasting plant because Zamioculcas is durable and does not require much light or care. The petioles of the leaves of this plant are so thick that they can be mistaken for plastic. Zamioculcas grows slowly, so buy it already large. Trimmed stems remain green and healthy-looking for several weeks, even without water.
Pros: This plant is so unpretentious that you still have to try to get rid of it.
Name: Zamioculcas zamiifolia
Growing conditions: Low to bright light, temperature 15-23 C, allow soil to dry out between waterings.
Size: 0.6-0.9 m in length and width.
Important: This plant is poisonous, so make sure that children and animals do not chew it.

grape ivy

"Ellen Danica" - a variety of grape ivy - is also called oakleaf because its leaves are more prominent than those of other varieties of this plant. Vine ivy is a climbing plant whose shoots readily take over a trellis or pole.
Pros: This is a great plant for neat hanging baskets.
Name: Cissus rhombifolia
Growing conditions: Average lighting, temperature 15-26 C, even watering.
Size: Up to 1.8 m long climbing plant.

Aspidistra (cast iron plant)

One of the most unpretentious plants, aspidistra can withstand lack of care, light, humidity and a wide range of temperatures. It grows slowly, so buy enough already big plant.
Pros: This plant truly lives up to its name. It is very durable.
Name: Aspidistra elatior.
Growing conditions: Little light, temperature 7-29 C, moisten the soil well during active growth, lightly moisten the soil in autumn and winter.
Size: Up to 60 cm in length and width.

Also known as " umbrella tree» this plant has “glossy” green leaves that “diverge” into different sides and resemble the spokes of an umbrella. Close relative sheflera - dwarf sheflera - has shorter and smaller leaves. Both plants are sometimes classified as Brassaia species.
Pros: Schefflera's bright green leaves instantly create a tropical feel.
Name: Schefflera actinophylla
Growing conditions: Medium to bright light, temperature 15-23 C, moisten the soil evenly.
Size: Up to 2.4 m high and 1.8 m wide.

Chinese evergreen aglaonema

A plant with beautiful leaves in shades of silver, gray and green that will perfectly brighten dark areas in your home. Use aglaonema as a neighbor to upright tree-like houseplants or place a pot with it separately.
Pros: Very unpretentious plant.
Name: Aglaonema commutatum.
Growing conditions: Low to medium light, temperature 15-23 C, keep the soil evenly moist.
Size: Up to 0.9 m in length and width.
Important: All parts of this plant are poisonous and may cause irritation to the lips, tongue, or throat if the leaves are chewed by children or animals.

Ficus lyreformes

Ficus lyreata is a wonderful tree that gets its name from its dark green lyre-shaped leaves. It tolerates poor lighting well, although this lower leaves may fall off. If your ficus lyreata is too tall, don't be afraid to trim it back to required height or tear off the shoots and plant them separately.
Name: Ficus lyrata
Growing conditions: Medium to bright light, temperature 18-23 C, allow soil to dry out between waterings.
Size: Up to 4.5 m in height and 1.5 m in width.

Dieffenbachia

There are several varieties of Dieffenbachia. All of them are upright plants with white-green leaves. Grow one Dieffenbachia as a tree, or grow several plants together to form a bush. One of the names of Dieffenbachia, “silent rods,” comes from the toxic sap of the plant, which seems to numb the mouth and throat.
Pros: Dieffenbachia's large white-green leaves create a tropical look in any space. It is great for decorating balconies and loggias in the summer.
Name: Dieffenbachia spp.
Growing conditions: Low to medium light, temperature 15-26 C, keep the soil evenly moistened
Size: Up to 1.8 m in height and 0.9 m in width.
Important: All parts of this plant are poisonous and may cause irritation to the lips, tongue, or throat if the leaves are chewed by children or animals.
Plants for forgetful gardeners who forget to water.

Dracaena. Dracaena deremensis ‘Lemon Lime’

Kalanchoe. Kalanchoe blossfeldiana. Prefers bright light.

Haworthia fasciata

Palm Ponytail. Beaucarnea recurvata

Bunny ears cactus. Opuntia microdasys. Prefers bright light

Zamioculcas. Zamioculcas zamiifolia

Panda plant. Kalanchoe tomentosa. Prefers bright light

Euphorbia Milia, Beautiful Euphorbia (lat. Euphorbia milii)

Donkey tail. Morgan's sedum (Sedum morganianum) Prefers bright light, native to Mexico

Crassula atropurpurea

Beef tongue. Gasteria bicolor. Prefers bright light

golden barrel cactus (Echinocactus grusonii). Prefers bright light

Peperomia Peperomia griseoargentea

Sago Palm. Cycas, cycad (Cycas revoluta)


For the first time, unusual and beautifully flowering plants began to be grown in pots or greenhouses in the era of the Great geographical discoveries. Today indoor flowers, a catalog with photographs and names of which in in paper form can fit in several closets, a passion for millions of people around the world.

Photos and names of decorative home flowers

Ornamental plants are valued for their flowers different forms and colors, unusual foliage, a variety of forms, including erect, creeping and hanging, herbaceous and tree-like. Indoor flowers can be of local origin and come from the most remote corners of the world. Such plants differ not only in appearance, but also in habits, they require different conditions maintenance and care.

Some people are passionate about succulents, while others are more interested in watching the growth of epiphytes. Although it is almost impossible to get acquainted with all types of home flowers, their photos and names, a short catalog will be an excellent help in choosing a “green pet” to your liking.


Abutilone

An evergreen shrub that easily tolerates crown formation, blooming from late spring to mid-autumn. Numerous varieties and hybrids of indoor flowers prefer partial shade and are responsive to care, giving their owner a mass of white, yellow, pink, crimson “bells” with a diameter of up to 10–12 cm.

To restore strength, the plant requires a cool winter at 12–15 degrees.

Aglaonema

The photo and name of this homemade flower in a pot became famous thanks to the famous film “Leon”. Today, the herbaceous perennial is popular due to its variegated, leathery, broadly lanceolate-shaped foliage and its unpretentiousness when kept indoors.

The color of leaves of different types and varieties contains not only green, white and silver tones, but also bright pink and purple colors.

Maidenhair

Among houseplants, ferns are not uncommon. Herbaceous evergreens attract attention with their carved fronds and hardiness. One of the most popular ferns is the adiantum, whose young fronds are gracefully curled and pinkish-cream in color. In the house, the flower requires partial shade and cool conditions. winter time.

Azalea

These houseplants with flowers of white, pink, purple colors are not accepted by all gardeners. But with the creation of the right conditions and constant attention, medium-sized shrubs, related to, delight with generous flowering and long life at home.

Alocasia

Among the many species indoor flowers There are many crops belonging to the Araceae family. People from the tropics of the Southern Hemisphere invariably amaze with the splendor of their greenery and variety of forms.

When you come across photos of decorative house flowers with the name “alocasia”, it is easy to notice how different these plants are in appearance. And this is not surprising, because several dozen representatives of the genus, for example, fragrant, copper-red, are unpretentious decorative foliage crops valued by amateur flower growers.

Aloe

Unlike Alocasia, which loves moisture, all species are succulents that can survive drought thanks to the water accumulated in the succulent leaves. Tree aloe or agave are more often grown as home flowers. The plant is up to one and a half meters high and is decorated with long leaves, up to 30 cm long, set on the edges with spines.

The value of the plant is in its non-capricious disposition and healing juice, which has a softening, anti-inflammatory and moisturizing effect.

Anthurium

- another representative of the extensive Araceae family, which has become a popular indoor flower. The characteristic features of the plant are an underground stem, pointed, heart-shaped dense leaves supported on tall erect petioles, and inflorescence-cobs decorated with bright spathes up to 15 centimeters long. The modified leaf is painted in bright white-pink, scarlet, greenish-purple tones.


Asparagus

Akin to the culinary delicacy of asparagus, as a houseplant it is distinguished by its unpretentious disposition, active growth and long life in a pot. Several species of this crop, thanks to their needle-like foliage, ampelous or bush-like form, have long earned the respect and love of flower growers. Decorative effect The plants are complemented by rare but memorable flowering. The white flowers collected in clusters are small but fragrant. After they wither, red round berries are formed.

Aspidistra

From South-East Asia is an ornamental deciduous plant, the main attraction of which is large, wide-lanceolate leaves up to 80 cm long. In catalogs, among photos of indoor flowers with the name “aspidistra,” you can find specimens with variegated leaves, decorated with white or yellowish stripes. The flowers of this species are inconspicuous and even invisible. Corollas of a reddish-brown or purple color appear close to the ground.

Balsam

House flowers in pots, in the photo, are popularly called “Vanka Mokrym” or “touch-me-not.” , which has taken up residence on the windowsills of our grandmothers, loves moisture, light and warmth. An extremely unpretentious plant, thanks to the presence of a mass of varieties, is ready to please the gardener with the flowering of simple and double flowers of various shades.

Begonia

Begonia – rare plant, which has decorative leaves and flowers. There are more than 1,000 cultivated varietal and hybrid forms in the world that are actively used for landscaping indoors and outdoors. House flowers can differ in the way they are propagated, be bushy or hanging, bloom seasonally or constantly.

Connoisseurs of decorative deciduous crops highly value the bright, unique greenery of these unpretentious, fast-growing flowers.

Indoor geranium (pelargonium)

Unpretentious, profusely and long-blooming pelargonium is ideal indoor flower for beginners. The plant easily adapts to life in an apartment, can be shaped, can be renewed if necessary and reproduces vegetatively without any problems. And a sea of ​​varieties of various shapes and colors will help create a unique atmosphere in your home and decorate the interior.

Hibiscus

Perennial, related to garden mallows and, in Russian conditions took root as a houseplant. A large flowering crop grown as a shrub or standard tree. At proper care and sufficient nutrition, it has an enviable longevity, grows to a height of 2–2.5 meters and regularly produces spectacular red, pink, and coral flowers.

Hippeastrum

Bulbous perennial Popular due to its easy care and incredibly vibrant blooms. It is accompanied by the appearance of powerful, up to 70 cm tall, peduncles with several simple or double flowers. The color of the corollas depends on the variety and can be variegated, white, pink, scarlet or deep purple. The leaves form a furry basal rosette, have a smooth surface and a pointed linear shape. In autumn, this type of indoor flower begins a dormant period that lasts several months and requires dry, cool storage of the bulbs.

Gloxinia

Velvety large bells and equally exquisite “soft” leaves oval shapecharacter traits home flower gloxinia. Tuberous plant with in winter dormancy for flowering requires long daylight hours, nutrient soil and a wide pot.

Above one rosette of leaves, several dozen spectacular flowers can simultaneously flaunt in all shades from white to deep purple.

Guzmania

Guzmania attracts attention thanks to its bright foliage bordering the not so noticeable and lush inflorescence. Flowering that begins after 3 years of planting and lasts up to 3 months means imminent death mother plant, which should be replaced by root daughter sockets.

Dieffenbachia

An ornamental deciduous plant with large leaves of different colors is relatively unpretentious, stands out for its high growth rate and numerous natural and varietal forms. As in nature, at home, the flower with the name shown in the photo in a pot should receive enough moisture, warmth, nutrition and a lot of bright, but diffused light.

Dracaena

Accustomed to truly “Spartan” conditions in nature, dracaena is not capricious in an apartment. Several of its varieties are grown as house flowers, eventually forming a “tree” with bare trunk and a cap of tough green or variegated foliage at the top.

Zamioculcas

Zamioculcas, a tuberous plant from the Araceae family, is often found in the collections of gardeners who are keen on evergreen ornamental deciduous crops. An unpretentious indoor flower with a height of 50 to 150 cm forms several powerful, dense stems covered with glossy oval-pointed leaves. Adult plants, with proper care, form milky-white inflorescences-cobs.

Kalanchoe

Encyclopedias and catalogs of indoor plants and plant names often contain references to. Moreover, plants with this name are often included in the list of ornamental and medicinal crops. We are talking about different related species, interesting and remarkable in their own way.

The common features of all varieties are unpretentiousness, rapid growth, easy propagation by all available by vegetative means and responsiveness to care.

Decorative varieties amaze with the splendor of their flowering, and the viviparous species of Kalanchoe will help cope with skin and colds.

Clivia

Clivia is an evergreen rhizomatous plant with a powerful basal rosette of long leathery leaves. During flowering, the plant produces a powerful peduncle with bright orange-yellow corollas gathered at the top into an umbrella. At home, flowers last for more than 3 weeks.

Maranta

Arrowroot is a low, often creeping or hanging perennial with decorative foliage, on one leaf plate combining shades of light and dark greens, purples and pinks, white and brownish tones.

Euphorbia Mile

Euphorbia Milya in Russia is better known as the “crown of thorns”. This unpretentious plant in nature reaches a height of 2 meters. In a pot, a succulent with a stiff stem covered with long thorns and a tuft of leaves at the top is much smaller. The unusual appearance of the plant is completed by small inflorescences bordered by bright bracts in scarlet, pink, yellow and white tones.

Sansevieria

Sansevieria or “mother-in-law’s tongue” has been a regular on window sills for many years. Unassuming home flower popular for its tough foliage, with variegated patterns or light borders.

is one of the most common indoor flowers, but the cylindrical variety with pointed, erect leaves of an original shape is only gaining adherents.

Crassula

The decorative house flowers in the photo owe their name to their fleshy, coin-like leaves. Crassula or “money tree” is an excellent houseplant that even a beginner can care for. In terms of endurance and easy propagation, the flower can only be compared with Kalanchoe. Even fallen leaf soon it takes root and gives rise to a new plant.

Tradescantia

Tradescantia is an excellent ampelous flower for home grown. The plant is characterized by rapid growth, high decorativeness, unpretentiousness and easy agricultural technology. The presence of varieties with variegated foliage of different shades allows you to create unique compositions using one crop. It is moisture-loving, amenable to crown formation and takes root easily, in water or on the ground.

Phalaenopsis

Phalaenopsis or "butterfly-like" flower. This most popular orchid in nature is an epiphyte. At home, the flower is content with a special pot and substrate, unlike ordinary soil. Relatively simple care for phalaenopsis allows a novice orchid lover to master all the features of these ornamental plants.

Usambara violet (Saintpaulia)

At first sight, the Usambara violet captivates with the appearance of its fleecy foliage, gathered in lush rosettes, above which simple, semi- or double flowers of the most bizarre shapes and colors reign with a bright cap. Modern varieties of Saintpaulia number in the thousands and represent giant and dwarf plants, plain and variegated flowers, green leaves and greenery with white or pink edging.

Ficus

A catalog of indoor flowers with photographs and names of various types and varieties of ficus can be published as a separate book. Today there are almost a thousand varieties of this plant; several dozen are grown in culture, in the form of a bush, tree, ground cover and even hanging specimens. The most widespread is rubber.

Chlorophytum

– the leader among plants in terms of air purification ability. But it is not the only reason popularity of indoor flower. An unpretentious and easily propagated indoor herbaceous perennial forms lush rosettes of pointed-lanceolate leaves of green or variegated color. The peculiarity of the culture is the flowers and daughter rosettes of the plant formed on long hanging shoots.

Hoya

Among domestic vines, hoya occupies one of the first places in beauty and popularity. An evergreen perennial with long stems covered with dense “waxy” leaves and umbrella-shaped inflorescences of fragrant star-shaped flowers, it leaves no one indifferent. At the same time, ivy growing on a suitable surface does not require special care and is excellent for keeping at home.


Almost all of our domestic plants came from distant countries. And each of them requires individual approach. One needs the sun, while the other can die from its exposure and prefers shade. Some require plenty of moisture, while others need to be forgotten. And in order for the plant to please the gardener with its appearance, you need to know the rules required for care. Consider a catalog of popular indoor flowers.

Classification of indoor plants

All homemade plants can be divided into 4 groups, each of which has its own characteristics and characteristics. Groups:

  • decorative foliage. This group, if all care rules are followed, will stay with flower growers for a long time. Their leaves are mostly all year round green. The only thing is that there are species that should be kept in cool rooms in winter.
  • decorative flowering. Flowers of this group are considered to be long-lived. Their leaves do not die off after flowering; in some species they simply become less attractive. Among indoor plants of this type, some need to be kept cool in the winter, and some should be taken out into the garden in the summer.
  • decorative flowering potted plants. These types are mainly used for a variety of flower arrangements. Once they have lost their appearance, they are simply disposed of. But, if tubers of some types are left, then it is possible to use them in next year. That is, plants of this group can be decoratively flowering for a short time.
  • cacti. This is the most famous and popular look. Their stems are covered in thorns and hairs. Sometimes cacti also have common leaves. Many of the cacti may bloom. They are long-lived and quite unpretentious.

Catalog of indoor flowers

Let's consider the names related to decorative deciduous, which are valued for their beautiful leaves, as well as decorative flowering, which can boast of beautiful flowering.

Dracaena

This is a shrub that attracts with its exotic appearance. It has a rosette of leaves with straight stems that eventually develop into a trunk. Depending on the species and age, it can reach three meters. Leaves of this house plant juicy green, elongated shape. Dracaena, with proper care indoors, can last up to 15 years. Types of dracaena:

  • dracaena tree
  • Dracaena cinnabarica
  • Dracaena deremenskaya
  • dragon tree
  • dracaena fragrant
  • Dracaena Godsefa

Dracaena is unpretentious shrub, which will not cause a lot of trouble for the grower if you follow following rules care:

  1. Dracaena is a light-loving plant, but it must be protected from direct sunlight.
  2. moisture-loving, necessary abundant watering. It must be carried out as soon as it has dried upper layer approximately 2 cm of soil.
  3. It is advisable to loosen the soil before watering.

Houseplants




Cypress

Belongs to coniferous crops. It is not demanding in care, it will easily take root in a new place. He is very photophilous and is not afraid of sunlight. If there is insufficient light, the cypress may die. It does not tolerate drafts and strong winds, but the room where it grows must be ventilated regularly.

The plant loves moisture, so it needs to be sprayed, and you can also place containers with water next to the pot. Cypress needs to be watered regularly, monitoring this every day to prevent the soil from drying out. In winter, you can water less often to prevent rotting of the roots.

Cypress in May - September needs to be fertilized with fertilizers. It can be purchased in specialized stores.

Decorative flowering indoor plants are loved because of their exquisite flowers. They are also among themselves vary in appearance, care requirements, and smell. Examples of decorative flowers: Saintpaulia, acacia, anthurium and others.

Saintpaulias or Usambara violets

These indoor flowers are almost ideal, because they bloom almost all year round, generally without taking up much space on the windowsill. Many colors of flowers, there are both delicate shades and bright flashy ones. In order for violets to bring joy with their flowering, they need to create the necessary conditions. Rules for caring for Saintpaulias:

The lower leaves and faded flowers are torn off. If in the spring Saintpaulia gave a second rosette, then it must be cut off and placed in water.

Anthurium

It has a shortened stem that can be aboveground or underground. Its leaves are green in color, reaching a length of 15 cm, and 7 cm wide, the flowers come in a variety of colors. Anthurium care rules:

Spathiphyllum

This is a stemless houseplant with a short root. Kinds:

  • spathiphyllum cannofolia - differs from its other species in the wonderful aroma of the flower. Its leaves are lush green. Blooms in spring and winter.
  • spathiphyllum profusely blooming - can bloom throughout the year.
  • Spathiphyllum Willis - perfect for growing indoors.
  • Spathiphyllum heliconifolia is quite large, reaching a height of up to 1 m.

Spathiphyllum care rules:

Indoor plants, the photos and names of which you see below, belong to the decorative flowering potted type. Difference from the previous type The fact is that such indoor flowers can only spend a short period of time in living quarters. If the plant begins to fade, then the days of this flower are already numbered.

Only some of their species can be saved. Therefore it would Most plants are thrown away, some are saved., moving them to a cool place, while others can be stored in the form of bulbs until the next planting.

The short lifespan of such crops is the most main drawback. These include flowers such as azalea, chrysanthemum, poinsettia, gloxinia.

Azalea

It is considered an evergreen, branched, beautifully flowering dwarf plant. Types of indoor azaleas:

  • Indian azalea. The height of this evergreen shrub is up to 50 cm, its leaves are small, no more than 3.5 cm.
  • Japanese azalea reaches a height of 50 cm, it has white shiny leaves that are smaller than its previous species.

Basic rules for caring for indoor azaleas:

Cacti are separate species indoor crops, which delight the gardener with their unpretentiousness.

Mammillaria

Enough large cactus with a dark green stem in the shape of a ball or cylinder. Main The difference from all other cacti is the presence of papillae from which needles appear. The roots are usually located on the surface, only root system in the center goes deep. Types of Mammillaria cactus:

  • Mamilaria shide is a miniature species, shaped like a ball with a diameter of 4 cm.
  • Mammillaria macrosapular - this species is distinguished by its large size, up to 30 cm in height.
  • Snow-white mammillaria is also a fairly large species.
  • Mammillaria Teresa - this type of cactus has a very large flowers, reaching 3 cm in diameter and, as a rule, they are purple in color.
  • Mammillaria spinosa is a medium-sized cactus, often unbranched and cylindrical in shape.

Basic rules of care:

Lobivia

This is a classic cactus with a stem in the shape of a ball or cylinder. Its flowers are yellow, pink, white, and red. Types of lobivia:

  • Lobivia backeberga is a dwarf with a gray stem color. It does not exceed 5 cm in diameter, the color of the flowers is cream.
  • Bolivian lobivia - a cylindrical stem with a gray-green color. The height of this type of cactus reaches 10 cm.
  • Lobivia densispina - this cactus consists of a number of species of different stem shapes, flower colors, and spines. main feature their large size and bright colors.
  • lobivia zhajoyana - this type of cactus is distinguished by its spherical stem, with a diameter not exceeding 10 cm.

Basic rules for caring for indoor crops:

Having considered the types and names of the presented crops, the gardener will be able to independently choose the most suitable one for himself. Because indoor flowers vary depending on their type according to home care requirements.

Indoor flowers are a bright decoration for an apartment or house. They produce oxygen, making it easier to breathe in the room. They won't wither like a bouquet. Flowers are interesting to watch; the process of buds appearing, their transformation into a flower, lifts your spirits.

To have in the apartment blooming garden You don’t have to be a florist or understand the intricacies of plant care. Unpretentious indoor plants that bloom all year round make it possible to decorate your home in an interesting way without spending a lot of time caring for them.

Unpretentious indoor flowers for an apartment

Flowers that are easy to care for are quite popular. There are several dozen species of them. They easily adapt to indoor growing conditions. Not required special technologies care You don't need to spend a lot of time caring for your mini garden. You choose the plants that you like the most.

If you choose plants that bloom all year round, you will have your own garden on the windowsill in winter. What unpretentious indoor plants bloom all year round and how to choose them?

The plant blooms until autumn and as soon as the day begins to shorten, its flowering gradually fades. The plant enters the winter sleep phase. But, if you provide regular watering and permanent artificial lighting, will bloom all year round.

Indoor maple resembles a tree with leaves like a maple. Thanks to this feature, the plant got its name. Caring for a flower consists of regular watering and monitoring its growth. From time to time you need to pinch off shoots that are not growing as you planned.

Abutilone can be natural or hybrid. Hybrid varieties Plants are distinguished by a variety of flower colors and shapes.

This plant is popularly known as “men's happiness.” It is often given to men; the flower is unpretentious in care. The plant adapts perfectly to indoor conditions. The rules for caring for a flower are simple: provide constant diffused light, regularly water and maintain humidity.

It has large, fleshy leaves of a dark green color and a pronounced flower-cob. The flower itself is surrounded by a colored leaf of red, white or Pink colour. Anthurium symbolizes strength, passion and masculinity and activates masculine energy in the home.

These indoor plants bloom all year round and have white, red, and crimson flowers. Pelargonium blooms almost continuously. She will decorate the apartment all year round. The flowers have a faint spicy aroma.

Caring for pelargonium is simple. Water regularly, monitor the color and condition of the flower. The flower can grow tall or short. The height of the bush depends on the lighting in the room. If you need the bush to be tall, then place the flower pot in the shade. Pelargonium will stretch in height, remaining just as beautiful.

Magnificent geranium can be called a classic. It is found in almost every home. This plant blooms all year round if you don't forget to water it. has a specific smell. It can smell like lilac, mint, lemon or rose.

The plant perfectly repels flies and disinfects the air from bacteria, germs and dampness. It is not recommended to place Geranium near your bed. If you breathe in its aroma for a long time, your head will hurt.

Make sure your Geranium gets plenty of light. It is placed in the southern part of the apartment or house. Watering the plant should not be abundant and rare. When Geranium is watered every day it may die.

She's Hibiscus. An unpretentious indoor plant that blooms all year round can be incredibly beautiful. Chinese rose does not require special care. It is worth placing it in a bright place, and it will systematically delight you with small roses of red, crimson or pink. During the flowering period, the rose should be watered more. Lack of water can negatively affect its appearance. Dry soil is the main reason for bud drop.

A heat-loving plant that loves water, but does not like to be sprayed. will not bloom if it is cold. Optimal temperature for a flower - 20 degrees Celsius. Begonia can suffer from fungal diseases, so dry leaves and flowers are removed immediately after they appear.

The flower will bloom brightly if it is placed closer to the light source. There are about 20 species of plants. If you are just starting to grow flowers, it is easier to buy a blood-red Begonia, caring for it does not require any effort.

A plant with a complex name and interesting white flowers. Spathiphyllum is perfect for those who are just learning how to care for flowers. The plant tolerates the absence of water and light. If you leave it for a week, the flower will not die.

Spathiphyllum has long shoots and white flowers. They look like calla lilies that can be seen in wedding bouquets. The plant blooms all year round. The flowering boom occurs in the summer. At this time of year, the plant delights with lush, intense color.

These indoor plants are also very unpretentious, bloom all year round and can stand without watering for a whole month. The plant does not like strong moisture. It can grow both in the shade and in bright light. Kalanchoe blooms small flowers, reddish or yellow.

Blooms all year round. The leaves are almost invisible behind its flowers. Thanks to the range of varieties, it’s easy to choose a flower that fits perfectly into your apartment. Impatiens require regular watering and spraying. Tolerates temperature changes well.

He is also the Chinese Rose. The plant blooms all year round from spring to autumn. It has interesting feature, its flower lives only for a day. Then new buds appear again and so on in a circle. grows in the form of a tree. It constantly needs to be shaped to keep the plant neat. During the flowering period, it is better to place the flower in a bright place. There Hibiscus will show itself in its full glory.

You can choose Hibiscus of interesting shapes and colors. Modern varieties pleasantly please the eye with their diversity and juiciness.

The second name of this plant is “Colombian beauty”. The plant blooms until winter with beautiful flowers. For the winter, Koleria should be placed in a dark place, first at the root, cutting off the shoots. It sleeps during the cold season. If Koleria does not rest, you will see no flowers or very few flowers next season.

Koleria loves moderate watering and dim light. If you pay attention to the plant in time, it will delight you with its lush color.

If you want bright, unpretentious indoor plants for your apartment, feel free to choose. This flower belongs to the Orchid family. Does not like direct sunlight and grows best in the eastern part of the house or apartment.

Phalaenopsis has golden yellow flowers with brown spots. The plant looks incredibly beautiful. It is worth watering the plant early in the morning with a small amount of water. The frequency of watering is regulated by the appearance of the plant and its condition.

This cute flower belongs to the succulent plant family. It has small spines on the leaves and produces small flowers. Like cacti, Euphorbia Mila has small spines on its leaves. If you put the flower in a bright place, it will bloom profusely all year round. Indoor plants, such as Milya, can remain without water for a long time and, like all the species described above, bloom almost all year round. It is very easy to care for and if you forget to water it a couple of times, its appearance will not deteriorate.

Thanks to the bracts, the flowers of the Euphorbia Mila plant are very bright, juicy, and interesting. The plant is perfect for the hallway, living room, and can be placed in the bedroom.

Fuchsia blooms from spring until autumn. If you provide her with proper care, she will delight you with flowers all year round. The apartment will do well in a cool place, away from bright light. It is ideal to place the plant in the eastern or western part of the apartment.

Fuchsia loves regular watering and systematic care. The range of plant varieties will allow you to choose the appropriate type based on the color and shape of the flowers. Fuchsia will fit perfectly into any interior design of an apartment or house.

The plant came to our country from Asia. It has the shape of a bush and is quite compact. Clerodendrum looks interesting both in the office and in the apartment. Blooms from spring until autumn. With regular care it can bloom all year round.

Clerodendrum flowers have the shape of corollas and look impressive. During the flowering season, the plant needs regular care and feeding. The soil in the pot should be constantly moist. But you shouldn’t flood the flower either. If the indoor air is dry, the plant is sprayed with water at room temperature every day.

In the winter season, the flower rests and recovers. It is transferred to a room with a temperature of 12 degrees Celsius, the amount of watering is reduced and left here until spring.

This type of plant is quite popular because it does not require significant care and blooms all year round. Violet blooms in small flowers and has fluffy leaves with fibers. The color of the flowers depends on the plant variety. Saintpaulia should be watered in a tray to prevent the leaves from becoming moldy and rotting.

During the flowering period, the plant is watered twice a month. The soil in the pot is covered with moss. This not only looks beautiful, but is also beneficial for the flower. If the plant is regularly watered and fed, it will bloom almost all year round.

People call this plant “Wax " The flower does not need regular watering. Due to the fact that water accumulates in the leaves of the flower, the plant can live without watering for up to 2 months. Carnosa can survive without regular feeding. It feels best on the south side of the apartment, but it will not die in the northern part of the room either.

If a flower suddenly dries up, this is not a reason to panic. Tear off a couple of shoots and place them in a glass of water for 1.5 weeks. The shoots sprout roots and the plant can be planted in the pot again. It is rare to replant an adult plant. This is done only when the previous pot is already small for him.

With regular care and feeding, Carnosa will delight you with its beauty all year round.

Unpretentious indoor plants that bloom all year round are always in demand. Not everyone has time to devote to flowers, but they want to be closer to nature. Decembrist – interesting plant, which will delight you with flowers throughout the year. They say that if the Decembrist blooms at Christmas, a happy year awaits you.

Decembrist has leaves that look like a long chain and small flowers of an almost fiery color. The plant is not afraid of temperature changes and can survive without frequent watering. It can be kept in a room with dim lighting.

When the Decembrist blooms, it cannot be moved from place to place. This “cowardly” plant will drop all its flowers if it moves. In the winter season, Decembrist will delight your eyes with rich and bright colors. The plant does well in vertical flower stands.

Clivia's homeland is South Africa, with its humid climate. The plant can grow in almost any conditions. It is placed where other plants could not live. You can water the flower however you like. Clivia does not tolerate only blatant too much water.

The plant tolerates a lack of strong light and can live in a darkened living room or hallway. Clivia begins to bloom in February. This is wonderful, because during this period there is so little summer and warmth.

The flower has long shoots, orange and red flowers similar to a bell. Does well without fertilizing and spraying. Clivia – perfect option plants for busy people who forget to care for flowers.

This plant can live in almost any conditions. It tolerates shade and temperature changes well. Fatsia will feel fine even near a battery central heating. The plant blooms with bright lush flowers and has fleshy and green leaves.

Growing such a plant at home is beneficial. It is considered an energy donor, will fill you with energy and absorb negative experiences. In addition, Fatsia disinfects the air, destroying bacteria and germs. If Geranium cannot be placed in the bedroom, then Fatsia will be useful here.

The plant is not very whimsical, but it requires self-care. Thanks to the beautiful bright colors, she is taken care of and kept in an apartment. Potted rose in the warm season, you can take it out onto the veranda or put it on the balcony.

With proper care, the plant blooms profusely all year round. The interval between the formation of new flowers and the death of old ones is about 7 weeks. Rose loves sunlight, but you shouldn’t allow the plant to overheat.

The rose grows best in the eastern part of the room; you can also place the plant in the western part of the room. The optimal temperature in the room is up to 25 degrees Celsius.

The plant needs to be sprayed (once every few days) and watered well. Do not allow the soil to dry out, this will negatively affect the appearance of the rose. In the cold season, the rose is moved to a room with a temperature of only 11-15 degrees Celsius and the frequency of watering is reduced. If you regularly care for the plant, it will delight you with its lush color and beauty.

The plant resembles a small bush and has small red-orange flowers. It tolerates dry air well, so it does not need spraying. The plant is kept on the southern windows of the room, but protected from direct sunlight.

Watering should be moderate. Do not overwater the flower, it may die from this. In winter, the frequency of watering is reduced. Primrose blooms all year round and looks spectacular, like in private apartment, and in the office.

Jasmine is a houseplant with evergreen leaves and small flowers, collected in inflorescences. Depending on the type of plant, flowers may or may not have a scent. Jasmine is placed on the east or west window of the apartment so that it has enough light.

Water the plant abundantly, but do not overwater the flower. Water the flower only when the soil is dry. Water for irrigation can be slightly heated or distilled. When the flower is actively growing (April–August), it is fertilized with potassium fertilizers once a week.

Jasmine blooms almost all year round. If you get the hang of it, caring for the plant won’t take much time, and the flower will decorate your home for many years.

In appearance it resembles a chamomile. The color of the flowers can be red, pink, white or yellow. Gerbera tolerates drafts well. In summer, the plant can be sent to the balcony, where it will remain until autumn.

When watering Gerbera, try not to let the water get on the flowers. Humidity may cause them to form fungal diseases. Water the flower regularly, but with a small amount of water. The optimal temperature for keeping Gerbera is 20 degrees Celsius in summer and 12 -15 degrees in winter.

In order for the flower to bloom magnificently, it needs to be fertilized 2 times a month with fertilizers for indoor plants. Gerbera does not require much attention when caring, but its flowers are simply impossible not to notice.

A plant with evergreen leaves and quivering flowers. Despite the fact that the plant blooms all year round, the flowers only live for a day and die. The plant can be in the form of a bush or vine. The leaves of Ruellia are dark green in color with white veins.

At the same time, several buds appear on the plant and several flowers bloom. Ruellia grows well on western and eastern windows in an apartment. If you place it on a north window, then in winter it may not have enough light. Water the plant as the soil in the pot dries. By autumn, the frequency of watering is reduced. Autumn and winter are the period when the plant recovers. He doesn't need large quantities water. The optimal temperature for keeping a flower is 19-24 degrees Celsius.

A plant that blooms at any time of the year. Thanks to its fleshy leaves and beautiful flowers, reminiscent of candles, Pachistachis is the leader among flowers. If you need unpretentious indoor plants that bloom all year round, it is chosen more often than other flowers.

The plant loves diffused light and relatively cool temperatures. You cannot place a flower near a central heating radiator. Warm air has a negative effect on the plant. Drafts should be avoided and air flow should be ensured. fresh air to the flower.

It is ideal to keep Pachistachis in a room that is frequently ventilated. But, pay attention, there should be no drafts. Dry air in the room can be compensated for by spraying the plant. It will appreciate your efforts and will bloom in bright and lush colors.

Ethiopian calla is an unpretentious plant that can grow in a darkened room. It has fragile stems and soft white flowers. Fluctuations in temperature, humidity and light do not affect plant growth.

The plant begins to bloom in November and until May. June and July are the periods of rest for Calla. At this time, reduce the frequency of watering and try not to move the pot with the plant.

In spring and autumn, the leaves of the flower may die off, which will eventually be replaced by new shoots. Dead leaves are removed to prevent mold and fungal diseases from developing. With constant care, Calla blooms intensely almost all year round.

Whatever type of flowers you buy, it is worth remembering that every plant needs a recovery period. Flowers cannot bloom all year round without a break. If you provide the plant with constant care and give it time to recover, it will delight you with its beauty for a long time.

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