Fittonia (also known as Nerve Plant or Nervous Spurge) is a plant native to South Africa and Namibia. The plant has become a symbol of endurance and perseverance due to its ability to survive under extreme conditions. Fittonia is also called the ‘nerves’ plant because it contains high levels of calcium oxalate crystals, which act …
Kalanchoe is a genus of flowering plants in the family Crassulaceae, native to tropical Africa, Madagascar, India, Sri Lanka, China, Australia, New Zealand, South America, Central America, and the Caribbean. The genus name comes from the Greek word kalanchoe meaning "camellia". Kalanchoe blossoms are known for their beautiful flowers and unique leaves. They are commonly …
Your spider plant leaves look like they’ve curled up into little balls. What happened? Spider plants (Chlorophytum comosum) are very common houseplants that thrive indoors or outdoors. They require low light levels and high humidity, so they’re perfect for indoor homes. If you live in a dry climate, however, you might notice that your spider …
Cheese plants are a type of edible mushroom that grows on cow dung. They look similar to regular mushrooms, except they don’t have stems or caps. Instead, they sprout from the ground. The name comes from their resemblance to the leaves of a certain kind of tree called a cheese tree. Cheese plants are native …
What causes leaves on Umbrellas to drop off? I’ve had my plant since April 2017, and the top half of the leaves have turned brown and fallen off. I don’t want to water it too much because I’m afraid it’ll kill it or even worse, cause rot. Should I cut it back? Schefflera umbellata is …
Dracaena fragrans (corn plant) has beautiful flowers and leaves, but unfortunately, they tend to curl upwards. This makes them look unkempt and unattractive. How can I fix this problem? Dracaenas are tropical plants native to South Africa. They come in various colors such as red, pink, white, yellow, orange, purple, and blue. The flowers of …
