4 little-known facts about common green plants that you may not know
Green plants are an indispensable touch of ambiance at home, and they not only bring fresh air into the room but also decorate our living space, creating a warm and natural atmosphere that calms us and makes us feel relaxed and comfortable. If there is enough space, opening up a small flower room can make the space more full of life.
Golden Pothos
Other names for Golden Pothos
Devil's Ivy, Golden Vine, Golden Pothos, Mulberry Leaf
Habits of Golden Pothos
A tall vine with slender young branches and internodes 15-20 cm long
A shade-loving plant that prefers a hot and humid environment
Likes diffused light and avoids direct sunlight
Highly resilient, it comes to life as soon as it touches water
Wintering temperature should not be lower than 15°C
Suited to growing in loose, fertile
slightly acidic soil containing humus
The flower language of Golden Pothos
The flower (plant) language of Golden Pothos - watching over happiness
Monstera
Other names for Monstera
Penglai Banana, Wire Grass Orchid, Hole-leaf Philodendron
Monstera Banana, Wire Lotus, Dragon-see Palm
Habits of Monstera
Monstera originally grew as an epiphyte on tall trees in tropical rainforests
Likes a warm and humid environment
Avoids strong light, scorching sun and dryness
Monstera is shade-tolerant
Grows easily in fertile, loose soil with high water absorption
and good water retention, slightly acidic loam
Leaf mold or peat soil is best
The suitable growing temperature is 20-25°C
Below 5°C it is prone to cold damage
When the temperature rises above 32°C, growth stops
The flower language of Monstera
The flower language and symbolic meaning of Monstera: health and longevity
Because the leaves of Monstera closely resemble a turtle shell
and it has a relatively long lifespan
It also has the peculiar ability to absorb carbon dioxide
which benefits people's health
Jade Plant
Other names for Jade Plant
Crassula Tree, Eight Treasures, Kanqing, Wintergreen
Succulent Evergreen, Bean-petal Palm
Growing habits of Jade Plant
Jade Plant is native to southern Africa
It is a succulent of the Crassulaceae family, genus Crassula
Jade Plant likes a warm, dry and well-ventilated environment
It has poor cold tolerance, likes sunlight and tolerates partial shade slightly
Under normal conditions the cultivated color is green with a touch of red edging
In low-light conditions the plant appears green, with flowers blooming in clusters
The small flowers are white or white-pink
Cross-pollination is required, and it does not bloom easily
The symbolism of Jade Plant
The crown of the Jade Plant is upright and elegant
Its stems and leaves are emerald green, with white flowers borne at the top
It is very refined and distinctive
So its symbolism is good fortune and auspiciousness
Bird's Nest Fern
Other names for Bird's Nest Fern
Nest Fern, Mountain Sū Flower, Crown Fern
Growing habits of Bird's Nest Fern
Bird's Nest Fern originally grew in rainforests
It grows attached to tree trunks or rocks beneath the forest
It likes a hot and humid environment
It grows well in partial shade
The symbolism of Bird's Nest Fern
The flower language of Bird's Nest Fern is auspiciousness, wealth and honor, and fresh fragrance with evergreen leaves
Bird's Nest Fern is the lucky plant of Leo
Leos are smart and creative
In addition to expressing themselves
they can also boost morale
and make a unique contribution to the whole team
The appearance of the Bird's Nest Fern also happens to match the character of Leo
The benefits of Bird's Nest Fern
Bird's Nest Fern is a very effective air freshener
Its tender green leaves, through photosynthesis, absorb carbon dioxide
and release large amounts of oxygen, which can renew indoor air
making it fresher
Besides commonly using it to absorb dust and regulate temperature and humidity, much of what is in our homes can cause a certain amount of radiation or pollution.
For example, office equipment such as computers, printers and fax machines, or various indoor decoration materials such as marble floors and MDF boards.
Growing some good green plants indoors is simply the best.
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Author: Ruirui, loves green plants, loves life, learn little facts about green plants with me and feel the beauty of life.