Giving plants as gifts can be a thoughtful (and lasting) alternative to flowers. Here are some of the best picks in terms of ...

They just remind me of the jungle – they're tropical and bold. At the moment, I have a Calathea makoyana in my bedroom. It has glossy oval leaves with a peacock-like pattern (it is called the peacock ...

Plant-loving pet owners! Bringing the outdoors in with lush greenery is an excellent way to spruce up your sweet home. Extra ...

This story appears in the October 2012 issue of National Geographic magazine. We have all held leaves, driven miles to see their fall colors, eaten them, raked them, sought their shade.

Decorating your home with indoor plants improves the aesthetic and can be beneficial to your health and happiness.

By Grace Rabano & The Clermont Garden Club Every month, from September through May, Clermont Garden Club members loan plants ...

Guava leaves, often overshadowed by the fruit itself, are a powerhouse of health benefits. Packed with antioxidants, vitamins, and anti-inflammatory properties, they have been a part of traditional ...

YOUR home can feel a bit bare after all of the Christmas decorations are gone. Houseplants are an affordable way to liven ...

A great alternative is the calathea plant, which boasts similarly striking foliage but does not pose ... Dieffenbachia, commonly known as leopard lily, is a popular houseplant with large, patterned ...