Indoor Plants

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

845 published · page 29 of 36

Roridula

Roridula gorgonias

Roridula gorgonias is an intriguing perennial woody shrub endemic to the southwestern Cape Floral Kingdom of South Africa. This…

No established medicinal applications for human diseasesSubject of phytochemical research for novel compoundsEcological indicator species for fynbos health

Geraniaceae

Rose Geranium

Pelargonium graveolens

Pelargonium graveolens, commonly known as rose geranium, is a captivating bushy perennial herb belonging to the Geraniaceae…

AnxietyStressMinor Skin Irritations

Marantaceae

Rose Painted Calathea

Goeppertia roseopicta Dottie

The Rose Painted Calathea, scientifically known as Goeppertia roseopicta 'Dottie', is a visually stunning perennial herb…

Stress (through aesthetic appreciation)Anxiety (through calming presence)Mental Fatigue (through biophilic connection)

Moraceae

Rubber Plant

Ficus elastica

The Rubber Plant, scientifically known as Ficus elastica, is a majestic evergreen tree. It belongs to the Moraceae family. It is…

Minor cuts (traditional topical)Skin abrasions (traditional topical)Localized inflammation (traditional topical)

Moraceae

Rubber Tree Baby

Ficus elastica Robusta

The Rubber Tree Baby, scientifically known as Ficus elastica Robusta, is a distinguished cultivar prized for its robust growth…

Indoor air pollutionFormaldehyde exposure reductionBenzene exposure reduction

Cycadaceae

Sago Palm

Cycas revoluta

Cycas revoluta is widely known as sago palm, king sago, or sago cycad. It is an iconic and ancient gymnosperm in the Cycadaceae…

No recognized therapeutic uses in modern herbalismHistorically, processed starch used as famine foodNot for medicinal consumption

Gesneriaceae

Saintpaulia

Streptocarpus ionanthus

Saintpaulia, widely recognized as the African Violet and scientifically classified as Streptocarpus ionanthus, is an endearing…

Stress (indirect)Mild Anxiety (indirect)Low Mood (indirect)

Gesneriaceae

Saintpaulia Confusa

Saintpaulia confusa

Saintpaulia confusa, commonly known as the African violet, is an enchanting perennial herb belonging to the diverse Gesneriaceae…

Not traditionally used for disease treatmentEnhances indoor aestheticsPromotes psychological well-being

Gesneriaceae

Saintpaulia Ionantha

Streptocarpus sect. Saintpaulia

Saintpaulia ionantha, commonly known as the African Violet, is a captivating herbaceous perennial belonging to the Gesneriaceae…

Not indicated for inflammatory conditionsNo traditional or scientific use for lymphatic congestionNot used to dissolve cysts or fibrotic tissue

Asparagaceae

Sansevieria Cylindrica

Sansevieria cylindrica

Sansevieria cylindrica, often recognized as the cylindrical snake plant, African spear plant, or spear Sansevieria, is a…

CariesSmall PoxSnake Bite

Asparagaceae

Sansevieria Cylindrica (Cylindrical Snake)

Dracaena angolensis

Dracaena angolensis, widely recognized by its former botanical name Sansevieria cylindrica, and commonly known as the…

CoughsDiarrheaHemorrhoids

Asparagaceae

Sansevieria Fernwood

Dracaena bacularis

Sansevieria Fernwood, now scientifically classified as Dracaena bacularis, is a striking perennial evergreen houseplant. It…

Poor indoor air qualityRespiratory discomfort from airborne pollutantsMild stress and anxiety (biophilia)

Asparagaceae

Sansevieria Hahnii

Dracaena trifasciata Hahnii

Dracaena trifasciata Hahnii is commonly known as Sansevieria Hahnii or the Dwarf Snake Plant. It is a compact, perennial…

Indoor air pollutionRespiratory discomfort (traditional)Skin irritations (traditional)

Asparagaceae

Sansevieria Kirkii

Dracaena pethera

Sansevieria Kirkii, now botanically classified as Dracaena pethera, is a captivating member of the Asparagaceae family,…

Indoor air pollutionRespiratory irritation (due to pollutants)Minor skin abrasions (traditional)

Asparagaceae

Sansevieria Moonshine

Sansevieria trifasciata Moonshine

Sansevieria trifasciata 'Moonshine', commonly known as the 'Moonshine' snake plant, is a captivating perennial succulent…

Poor Indoor Air QualityStress and Anxiety (environmental)Respiratory Irritation (due to pollutants)

Asparagaceae

Sansevieria Samurai

Dracaena ehrenbergii samurai

Sansevieria Samurai, now taxonomically recognized as Dracaena ehrenbergii samurai, is an exceptional cultivar in the…

Poor Indoor Air QualityVOC-related HeadachesRespiratory Discomfort (from pollutants)

Asparagaceae

Sansevieria Sayuri

Dracaena trifasciata sayuri

Sansevieria Sayuri, scientifically known as Dracaena trifasciata 'Sayuri', is a highly valued ornamental and medicinal plant…

Indoor Air PollutionRespiratory Irritation (environmental)Stress (environmental factors)

Asparagaceae

Sansevieria Starfish

Dracaena cylindrica Boncel

Dracaena cylindrica Boncel, widely recognized as the Sansevieria Starfish or Starfish Plant, is a captivating perennial…

Respiratory Problems (Traditional)Skin Infections (Traditional)Indoor Air Pollution

Asparagaceae

Sansevieria Trifasciata

Sansevieria trifasciata

Sansevieria trifasciata, commonly known as the Snake Plant or Mother-in-Law's Tongue, is a resilient perennial succulent. People…

PainFeverInflammation

Asparagaceae

Sansevieria Whitney

Dracaena trifasciata whitney

Sansevieria Whitney is scientifically known as Dracaena trifasciata 'Whitney.' It is a captivating cultivar celebrated for its…

Indoor Air PollutionLow Oxygen Levels (ambient)Environmental Stress

Araceae

Satin Pothos Argyraeus

Scindapsus pictus argyraeus

Scindapsus pictus argyraeus, commonly known as Satin Pothos Argyraeus or Silver Vine, is a captivating evergreen perennial…

Indoor Air PollutionFormaldehyde Exposure MitigationXylene Exposure Mitigation

Saxifragaceae

Saxifraga Stolonifera

Saxifraga stolonifera

Saxifraga stolonifera, commonly known as creeping saxifrage, strawberry begonia, or strawberry geranium, is a captivating…

BoilsAbscessesPoisonous snakebites

Araliaceae

Schefflera

Schefflera actinophylla

Schefflera actinophylla, widely recognized as the umbrella tree or Queensland umbrella tree, is an elegant evergreen plant in…

Rheumatic painInflammationTraumatic injuries

Araliaceae

Schefflera (Umbrella Plant)

Schefflera arboricola

The Schefflera arboricola, commonly known as the Dwarf Umbrella Tree or Umbrella Plant, is a captivating evergreen shrub…

InflammationOxidative stressMinor skin irritations