1. Syngonium
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Description: This tropical plant has arrowhead-shaped leaves, which vary in color from green to cream, pink, or white. The young leaves are typically heart-shaped and become more lobed as they mature.
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Care:
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Light: Prefers bright, indirect sunlight but can tolerate lower light conditions.
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Water: Keep the soil consistently moist but not waterlogged. Reduce watering in winter.
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Temperature: Thrives in temperatures between 60-75°F (16-24°C).
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Humidity: Enjoys high humidity, making it ideal for bathrooms or kitchens.
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Growth: Can be grown as a compact tabletop plant or allowed to trail from a hanging basket or trellis.
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Benefits: Good air purifier, removing toxins like formaldehyde.
2. Sansevieria
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Description: Known for its tall, stiff, sword-like leaves with variegated patterns, Sansevieria is one of the most recognizable and durable houseplants.
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Care:
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Light: Tolerates a wide range of light conditions, from low to bright, indirect sunlight. It can even survive in low light.
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Water: Water sparingly, allowing the soil to dry out between waterings. It’s drought-tolerant.
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Temperature: Performs well in average room temperatures (60-85°F or 16-29°C).
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Humidity: Doesn’t require high humidity; does well in normal indoor conditions.
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Growth: It’s a slow grower but can reach up to 3-4 feet (90-120 cm) tall indoors.
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Benefits: Excellent air purifier, especially for removing toxins like benzene, formaldehyde, and xylene. It’s also known for its ability to release oxygen at night, making it a great plant for bedrooms.
3. ZZ Plant
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Description: The ZZ plant has glossy, dark green leaves that grow in a feathered formation. It's a hardy, drought-tolerant plant with thick, potato-like rhizomes beneath the soil.
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Care:
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Light: Thrives in low to bright, indirect light but avoids direct sunlight, which can scorch its leaves.
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Water: Water when the soil is completely dry. It can survive long periods without water due to its rhizomes storing moisture.
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Temperature: Prefers temperatures between 65-75°F (18-24°C).
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Humidity: Normal indoor humidity levels are sufficient for this plant.
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Growth: The ZZ plant is slow-growing and can reach about 2-3 feet tall.
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Benefits: Known for its low maintenance and air-purifying qualities, the ZZ plant removes toxins like toluene and xylene.
All three plants are popular choices for homes and offices because of their adaptability, minimal care requirements, and air-purifying properties. They are great options to include in your plant collection for Phulwa Exotic Plant.
