Indoor Plants

Care guides for houseplants — light, watering, soil, humidity and troubleshooting.

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Joseph's Coat

Alternanthera ficoidea

Alternanthera ficoidea, commonly known as Alternanthera Indoor, Joseph's Coat, or Bloodleaf, is a striking herbaceous perennial…

Oxidative Stress (research interest)Inflammation (in vitro studies)Bacterial Growth Inhibition (in vitro)

Rubiaceae

Jungle Flame

Ixora javanica

Ixora javanica is commonly known as the Jungle Flame or Javanese Ixora. This captivating tropical evergreen shrub belongs to the…

InflammationPainFevers

Cupressaceae

Juniper Bonsai

Juniperus procumbens nana

Juniper Bonsai, scientifically known as Juniperus procumbens nana, is a captivating evergreen conifer belonging to the…

IndigestionFlatulenceRespiratory congestion

Crassulaceae

Kalanchoe Blossfeldiana

Kalanchoe blossfeldiana

Kalanchoe blossfeldiana, widely known as Kalanchoe or Flaming Katy, is a globally popular succulent houseplant. People celebrate…

Inflammation (topical)Wounds (minor, topical)Minor burns (topical)

Crassulaceae

Kalanchoe Fedtschenkoi

Kalanchoe fedtschenkoi

Kalanchoe fedtschenkoi, widely recognized as Lavender Scallops or Aurora Borealis, is a captivating perennial succulent native…

Minor Wounds (topical traditional use)Skin Inflammations (topical traditional use)Abrasions (topical traditional use)

Crassulaceae

Kalanchoe Luciae

Kalanchoe luciae

Kalanchoe luciae, often recognized by its common names 'Paddle Plant' or 'Flapjack Plant,' is an iconic succulent species…

Inflammation (genus Kalanchoe)Minor Wounds (genus Kalanchoe)Skin Infections (genus Kalanchoe)

Polypodiaceae

Kangaroo Fern

Microsorum diversifolium

Microsorum diversifolium, commonly known as the Kangaroo Paw Fern, is a distinctive epiphytic fern in the Polypodiaceae family.…

Inflammation (potential research area)Oxidative Stress (antioxidant support)Microbial Infections (potential antimicrobial activity)

Vitaceae

Kangaroo Vine

Cissus antarctica

Cissus antarctica, commonly known as Kangaroo Vine or Kangaroo Ivy, is an elegant evergreen perennial vine native to the warm,…

Bone Fractures (support for healing)Inflammation (reduction)Pain (relief)

Arecaceae

Kentia Palm

Howea forsteriana

Howea forsteriana, commonly known as the Kentia palm, is an exceptionally elegant and resilient palm species, a true botanical…

Indoor air pollutionLow indoor humidityRespiratory discomfort (due to dry air)

Lomariopsidaceae

Kimberly Queen Fern

Nephrolepis obliterata

The Kimberly Queen Fern, scientifically known as Nephrolepis obliterata, is a distinguished evergreen fern. It is renowned for…

Indoor Air PollutionFormaldehyde ContaminationXylene Contamination

Gesneriaceae

Kohleria

Kohleria eriantha

Kohleria eriantha, commonly known as Kohleria Indoor, is a captivating perennial herb belonging to the Gesneriaceae family. This…

Minor inflammatory conditions (hypothetical)Antioxidant support (hypothetical)Stress reduction (through aesthetic appeal)

Mixed

Kokedama Fern Ball

Various species

The Kokedama Fern Ball is a distinctive Japanese horticultural art form, where various fern species are cultivated within a…

Indoor air pollutionLow indoor humidityStress and anxiety

Aspleniaceae

Kokedama Moss Ball

Asplenium nidus kokedama

The Kokedama Moss Ball often showcases the elegant Bird's Nest Fern, scientifically known as Asplenium nidus, a captivating…

Indoor Air PollutionStressMild Anxiety

Asphodelaceae

Lace Aloe

Aloe aristata

Aloe aristata, commonly known as the Lace Aloe or Guinea-Fowl Aloe, is a captivating and resilient succulent species. It is…

Minor skin irritationsSuperficial cutsDry skin

Araceae

Laceleaf

Anthurium scherzerianum

The Laceleaf, scientifically known as Anthurium scherzerianum, is a captivating epiphytic or terrestrial herbaceous perennial…

Air PurificationStress Relief

Arecaceae

Lady Palm

Rhapis excelsa

Rhapis excelsa, universally known as the Lady Palm, is a distinguished member of the Arecaceae family, celebrated for its…

Indoor Air PollutionRespiratory Discomfort (mild)Environmental Stress (indirect)

Aizoaceae

Lapidaria Margaretae

Lapidaria margaretae

Lapidaria margaretae, affectionately known as the 'Living Jewel', 'Pebble Plant', or 'Karoo Rose', is a singular species within…

No documented specific disease treatments for Lapidaria margaretaePotential for symptomatic relief (unverified)Research interest in anti-inflammatory properties (based on family)

Nephrolepidaceae

Lemon Button Fern

Nephrolepis cordifolia Duffii

Nephrolepis cordifolia Duffii, commonly known as the Lemon Button Fern, is a captivating and compact cultivar of the widely…

Inflammation (traditional use of related species)Minor skin irritations (topical traditional use)Respiratory discomfort (folk remedies)

Asparagaceae

Lemon Lime Dracaena

Dracaena deremensis Lemon Lime

Dracaena deremensis 'Lemon Lime' is a popular cultivar within the Asparagaceae family. It is renowned for its striking…

Indoor Air PollutionWorkplace StressCognitive Fatigue

Araceae

Lemon Lime Philodendron

Philodendron hederaceum lemon

The Lemon Lime Philodendron, scientifically known as Philodendron hederaceum 'Lemon Lime', is a highly popular and aesthetically…

Indoor Air Quality ImprovementStress Reduction (aesthetic)Mood Enhancement (visual)

Cactaceae

Lepismium Bolivianum

Lepismium bolivianum

Lepismium bolivianum, often recognized by its synonym Pfeiffera bolivianum, is an intriguing member of the Cactaceae family. It…

Indoor air pollutionEnvironmental stress (via biophilia)Low indoor humidity (indirectly)

Arecaceae

Licuala Grandis

Licuala grandis

Licuala grandis, commonly known as the Ruffled Fan Palm or Vanuatu Fan Palm, is a captivating monocotyledonous perennial…

Not recognized for treating any human diseasesNo known medicinal applications for inflammatory conditionsNo traditional use for infections

Gesneriaceae

Lipstick Plant

Aeschynanthus lobbianus

Aeschynanthus lobbianus, commonly known as the Lipstick Plant or Basket Vine, is an exquisite epiphytic perennial belonging to…

Skin IrritationRespiratory IssuesDigestive Disorders

Aizoaceae

Lithops

Lithops spp.

Lithops spp., commonly known as 'living stones,' are an extraordinary genus of succulent plants within the Aizoaceae family,…

Not applicable. Lithops are ornamental plants.