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Author: Mary Loy
Schlumbergera microsphaerica, also known as Christmas cactus or Thanksgiving cactus, is one of the most common flowering cacti that grow outdoors in the spring and summer months in North America. This easy-to-grow plant can be purchased at many garden centers and nurseries and requires minimal care to thrive indoors all year long. They are hardy and easy to grow plants. They prefer bright light and regular watering, but may also be placed outside on warm days during the summer months. Schlumbergera microsphaerica is easy to care for and will brighten up any home or office throughout the holidays and even…
Rhipsalis elliptica is a unique cactus that has some similarities to your typical cactus (like being able to survive in low light) but also has some differences (it’s not technically an actual cactus). It doesn’t have needles like other cacti do; instead, it features long and soft leaves and branches that can add some interesting texture to your houseplant collection. Cactus enthusiasts and gardeners alike may want to consider adding this unique plant to their collection. Rhipsalis elliptica, commonly known as the hanging spleenwort cactus, has an interesting appearance that makes it stand out among other plants in the home…
Aloe polyphylla, also known as the spiral aloe plant, many-leaved aloe, kroonaalwyn, lekhala kharetsa, or just spiral succulent, is an ornamental houseplant with dark green, long and thin leaves that are spiraled around the stem, creating a snake-like look. This attractive succulent plant not only has nice foliage but can produce small orange flowers from fall to spring as well. One of the most beautiful, unusual, and awe-inspiring plants on the planet is Aloe polyphylla. A spiral aloe plant may not be the typical looking houseplant, but this unique and rare type of aloe plant has its own fascinating story…
Low light succulents are essential to those who don’t have much light in their homes or offices, but still want to add some greenery to their living spaces and gardens. These succulents thrive with less sunlight, and they can even be used indoors! Most people think of succulents as plants that only thrive in dry, arid conditions, but there are actually many varieties that are perfectly happy in climates with less sunlight. These low light succulents look great in garden beds, planters, and hanging baskets and they’re perfect for new gardeners who don’t have much experience taking care of plants.…
Gasteria disticha, also known as the great Karoo ox tongue plant, is an evergreen succulent that can be found growing in shallow rocky soil and it requires very little water or sunlight to thrive. The Great Karoo ox tongue plant is a succulent plant with large rosettes of wrinkled leaves and one of the most resilient plants you can find, it’s also easy to care for once you know how to grow. These plants are related to the species Gasteria bicolor, and they have very similar needs in terms of lighting, water, and soil conditions. Origin and distribution Gasteria disticha…