Soleirolia–commonly called Baby’s tears–is a low-growing subtropical plant. Soleirolia grows outdoors in moist, shady spots. Indoors baby’s tear can be grown in terrariums or in containers out of direct sunlight. Soleirolia is a mat-forming evergreen perennial with creeping, fleshy stem that grow to 6 inches (15cm) in length. The leaves are 1/4 inch wide. Soleirolia…
Saxifraga is a low-growing colorful trailing plant well-suited for containers and hanging baskets. They can be grown as perennials outdoors where there is little frost. Saxifraga produces basal leaves. Leaves vary greatly in shape; there are about 440 species. Saxifraga stolonifera is a popular houseplant commonly known as strawberry begonia or strawberry geranium. It has…
Rhoeo–commonly called Moses-in-a-cradle–is a small evergreen perennial native to Mexico. It has lance-shaped leaves that are colorfully two-toned, dark green on top, and iridescent purple underneath. Rhoeo thrives in regular potting soil. Keep the soil moist but not soggy. During winter allow the top half-inch of soil to dry out between waterings. Rhoeo is commonly…
Epipremnum–commonly called Pothos–is a vining plant with heart-shaped bright green leaves often splashed with yellow or white markings. Epipremnum is sometimes confused with a philodendron. Epipremnum usually has multiple stems that grow to 6 feet (2m) in length; stems may be climbing or trailing. Leaves are oval to heart-shaped, 3 to 8 inches long, olive…
Plectranthus–commonly called Swedish ivy–is a shrublike or trailing tropical plant with fleshy, square stems and green leaves that may be heart-shaped, oval, or rounded often with a velvety texture The leaves of Plectranthus have scalloped edges, veining, and a bronzy or purple cast. Small, tubular flowers are borne in terminal spikes throughout the year. In…
Pilea is a low-growing, tropical, shrub. Stems are fleshy and bear green leaves marked with silver, brown, bronze, or red patterns. Leaf surfaces may be quilted, veined, or puckered. Pilea is a slower grower with upright or creeping stems growing to 12 inches (30cm). Insignificant flowers may appear throughout the year. Pileas grow best in…
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