Appearance and Growth Habit If you love plants with a little drama, Oxalis vulcanicola ‘Plum Crazy’ is ready to steal the spotlight. This colourful ornamental plant produces masses of small, clover-like leaves in gorgeous shades of deep plum, burgundy and purple, sometimes with contrasting green tones depending on growing conditions. Its delicate foliage creates a lovely, colourful mound that looks almost too pretty to be real. While the leaves may look delicate, this little

Appearance and Growth Habit Meet Microsorum diversifolium, better known as the Kangaroo Fern! This unusual fern is a fantastic choice for plant lovers who want something a little different from the usual leafy crowd. Native to Australia and New Zealand, it gets its common name from its distinctive leaves, which can resemble the shape of a kangaroo’s foot. The foliage is glossy, deep green and wonderfully variable, with some leaves developing smooth edges while others form att

Meet Dioscorea sansibarensis Dioscorea sansibarensis is a fascinating caudiciform climber that looks like it has been designed by someone who couldn't decide between a succulent and a tropical vine, so they simply made it both. It develops a distinctive swollen caudex that stores water and produces climbing vines covered in attractive green foliage. It is a collector favourite because of its unusual shape and growth habit. The caudex is the star of the show, while the vines p

Meet the Philodendron Pink Princess The Philodendron Pink Princess is one of those plants that needs absolutely no introduction. With its dramatic dark foliage splashed with shades of bubblegum pink, blush, burgundy and deep green, it has earned its place as one of the most sought-after collector aroids. Its botanical name is Philodendron erubescens ‘Pink Princess’, and it is a climbing philodendron that becomes more impressive as it matures. No two leaves are quite the same,

Meet the Pilea Moon Valley If you love plants with interesting foliage, the Pilea Moon Valley is definitely one to add to your collection. Also known as Pilea involucrata ‘Moon Valley’, this compact tropical beauty is famous for its deeply textured, quilted leaves and striking colouring. The leaves have a fascinating ridged surface, often showing shades of green, bronze, copper and reddish-purple depending on the plant and growing conditions. It is one of those plants that lo

A Little Bit of Greenery Without the Greenhouse Drama Want the lush, jungle look without adding another high-maintenance plant to your collection? Our Preserved Moss Frame is basically the plant-world equivalent of looking fabulous while doing absolutely nothing. The frame features preserved moss arranged as a decorative living-wall-style display, with a removable 9cm pot incorporated into the design so you can easily remove your plant for watering. The important bit: the mos

Appearance and Growth Habit Miniature Phalaenopsis orchids are compact epiphytic orchids that naturally grow attached to trees rather than rooted in soil. When mounted on driftwood, they get to grow in a way that is much closer to their natural lifestyle — with their roots exposed to air, moisture and plenty of oxygen. These little orchids may have small, elegant leaves and delicate flowers, but don't let their size fool you. They can put on quite a show when they are happy.

Appearance and Growth Habit Alocasia amazonica is one of those plants that walks into a room and immediately demands attention. With its dark green, arrow-shaped leaves, dramatic pale veins and deep contrasting colour, it has a distinctly tropical, almost prehistoric appearance. Despite the common name, Alocasia amazonica is not actually a naturally occurring Amazonian species. It is a cultivated hybrid associated with the Alocasia x amazonica group. You may also see it sold

Appearance and Growth Habit The African Violet Variegated is a gorgeous twist on the classic African Violet, combining the familiar compact growth habit with beautifully patterned foliage. Depending on the cultivar, the leaves can display splashes, patches or margins of cream, white, pale green or lighter green variegation, creating a plant that looks almost painted. The leaves form a neat rosette, with soft, slightly fuzzy foliage and a compact growth habit. Given the right

Appearance and Growth Habit Begonia amphioxus is a spectacular species from Borneo and one of those Begonias that looks almost too good to be real. The leaves are narrow and elongated, usually deep green with distinctive red to burgundy spotting. The contrast between the green foliage and the red markings gives the plant an almost polka-dotted appearance. The leaves can become particularly striking as the plant matures, with the spotting becoming one of its most recognisable

Appearance and Growth Habit Begonia chlorosticta is a spectacular rhizomatous Begonia from Borneo, best known for its dark, velvety foliage covered in contrasting green markings. The leaves are typically deep green to almost black, with irregular lime-green to yellow-green spots and markings that can look almost painted onto the surface. The contrast between the dark background and bright spotting is what makes this species such a collector favourite. The foliage has a slight

Appearance and Growth Habit Anthurium crystallinum × David Portilla Dreams is a beautiful velvet-leaf Anthurium hybrid combining the classic crystalline appearance of crystallinum with the genetics of the highly sought-after David Portilla Dreams line. The exact appearance can vary from plant to plant, particularly with hybrid plants. You can expect attractive dark green, velvety foliage with prominent venation, but individual plants may develop different leaf shapes, colouri

Appearance and Growth Habit Anthurium Forgetii Dark × Red Tiger Haji Ulih is a collector-style Anthurium hybrid with the potential for seriously dramatic foliage. The Forgetii Dark side brings the characteristic rounded, shield-like foliage associated with forgetii, often with deep green to very dark colouring and attractive venation. The Red Tiger Haji Ulih side can contribute stronger colouration, interesting venation and potentially more elongated or textured foliage. Beca

Appearance and Growth Habit Anthurium ‘Crystal Blush’ × luxurians is a striking Anthurium hybrid combining the beautiful crystalline venation associated with the Crystal Blush side with the heavily textured, quilted foliage that makes luxurians so distinctive. The exact appearance can vary considerably between plants because hybrids do not all inherit the same characteristics from their parents. You can expect dark green foliage with prominent venation, but individual plants

Appearance and Growth Habit Anthurium crystallinum × magnificum is a gorgeous hybrid combining the best features of two highly sought-after velvet-leaf Anthuriums. Expect large, velvety foliage with prominent silvery veins, deep green colouring and that unmistakable “look at me” Anthurium attitude. The exact appearance can vary from plant to plant because hybrids can inherit different characteristics from each parent. Some plants may lean more towards the elongated, elegant l

Appearance and Growth Habit Syngonium ‘Milk Confetti’ is a gorgeous variegated Syngonium with arrow-shaped foliage decorated with creamy white, pale green and pink-to-pale-pink splashes. The colouring can vary considerably from leaf to leaf. Some leaves may have delicate pink speckles, while others can develop larger patches of cream and pink across the foliage. The combination of pale variegation and pink markings gives this plant a much softer appearance than some of the da

Appearance and Growth Habit Anthurium veitchii, commonly known as the King Anthurium, is one of the most dramatic foliage Anthuriums you can grow. Its claim to fame is the foliage. The long, narrow leaves can become exceptionally large, with heavily corrugated surfaces and pronounced parallel veins running the length of the leaf. Mature leaves can become several metres long under excellent growing conditions, although plants grown indoors will often remain considerably smalle

Appearance and Growth Habit Monstera ‘Mint’ is a highly sought-after variegated Monstera known for its beautiful mint-green, pale green and deeper green foliage. Unlike the crisp white variegation seen on some Monstera varieties, Mint variegation tends to have softer green-on-green colouring. Depending on the individual plant, leaves can display anything from subtle minty marbling to dramatic sectors and splashes of pale green. The exact pattern can vary considerably from lea

Appearance and Growth Habit Scindapsus pictus ‘Silver Splash’ is a gorgeous tropical climbing and trailing aroid with heart-shaped leaves covered in irregular silver splashes and mottling. The foliage can look almost metallic, with silvery areas contrasting against the deeper green of the leaf. Individual plants can vary in how much silver they display, so no two vines are necessarily going to look exactly the same. The leaves have a beautiful satin-like texture, which is whe

Appearance and Growth Habit Syngonium erythrophyllum ‘Llano-Carti Road’ is a gorgeous tropical aroid with arrow-shaped leaves that become increasingly dramatic as the plant matures. The foliage is typically deep green on top, often with attractive reddish, burgundy or bronze tones developing underneath the leaves. New growth can emerge with beautiful warm colouring before settling into its mature shades. Like other Syngoniums, it starts life with a relatively compact growth h