Attractive variegated leaves; very toxic sap causing severe irritation. Plant Common Name Dieffenbachia (Dumb cane) Scientific Name Dieffenbachia spp. Plant Family Araceae Origin Tropical Americas Main Category Indoor Subcategory Foliage Color Green/cream variegation Avg Size 0.5–2 m Benefits Air-purifying, statement foliage Care Level Moderate Light Needs Low–Bright indirect Water Needs Moderate Soil Type Rich, well-draining […]
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Genus of versatile foliage plants from compact to tree-like types. Plant Common Name Dracaena Scientific Name Dracaena spp. Plant Family Asparagaceae Origin Africa/Asia Main Category Indoor / Both Subcategory Foliage / tree-form Color Green/variegated Avg Size 0.5–3 m Benefits Air-purifying Care Level Easy–Moderate Light Needs Bright indirect Water Needs Moderate Soil Type Well-draining Toxicity Some
Classic cane-like houseplant with arching strap leaves; cultivars like ‘Massangeana’. Plant Common Name Dracaena fragrans Scientific Name Dracaena fragrans Plant Family Asparagaceae Origin Tropical Africa Main Category Indoor Subcategory Foliage Color Green/variegated Avg Size 1–3 m Benefits Air-purifying, architectural Care Level Easy–Moderate Light Needs Bright indirect Water Needs Moderate Soil Type Humus-rich, well-draining Toxicity Mildly
Shorter compact form ideal for desks and small rooms. Plant Common Name Dracaena fragrans Compacta Scientific Name Dracaena fragrans ‘Compacta’ Plant Family Asparagaceae Origin Cultivar Main Category Indoor Subcategory Compact foliage Color Green/variegated Avg Size 0.6–1.2 m Benefits Compact form for small spaces Care Level Easy Light Needs Bright indirect Water Needs Moderate Soil Type
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Layered variegated leaves create architectural interest. Plant Common Name Dracaena reflexa Scientific Name Dracaena reflexa (Song of India) Plant Family Asparagaceae Origin Madagascar/Indian Ocean Main Category Indoor / Patio Subcategory Variegated foliage Color Green/cream/yellow Avg Size 0.6–3 m Benefits Decorative variegation Care Level Moderate Light Needs Bright indirect Water Needs Moderate Soil Type Well-draining Toxicity
Slow-growing tree with stout trunk and sword-like leaves. Plant Common Name Dragon trees Scientific Name Dracaena draco Plant Family Asparagaceae Origin Canary Islands / Cape Verde Main Category Outdoor / Indoor juvenile Subcategory Tree / specimen Color Blue-green Avg Size 2–10 m (slow) Benefits Architectural specimen, drought tolerant Care Level Moderate Light Needs Bright to
Showy variegated leaves but very toxic sap — keep away from children/pets. Plant Common Name Dumb cane Scientific Name Dieffenbachia spp. Plant Family Araceae Origin Tropical Americas Main Category Indoor Subcategory Foliage Color Green/cream variegation Avg Size 0.5–2 m Benefits Air-purifying Care Level Moderate Light Needs Low–Bright indirect Water Needs Moderate Soil Type Rich well-draining
Symmetrical conifer often used indoors as a small potted tree; delicate layered branches. Plant Common Name Araucaria plant Scientific Name Araucaria heterophylla (Norfolk Is. pine) Plant Family Araucariaceae Origin Norfolk Island / Southern Hemisphere Main Category Indoor / Outdoor Subcategory Conifer / tree Color Green Avg Size Indoor: 60–180 cm Benefits Ornamental, architectural presence Care
Small clumping cactus hybrid prized for large vibrant flowers. Plant Common Name Chamaelobivia hybrid Scientific Name ×Chamaelobivia (hybrid) Plant Family Cactaceae Origin Hybrid (Andes) Main Category Outdoor / Container Subcategory Small flowering cactus Color Red/pink/orange Avg Size 5–20 cm Benefits Showy flowers in spring/summer Care Level Easy Light Needs Full sun Water Needs Low Soil
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Clumping palm with feathery fronds—popular for a tropical feel. Plant Common Name Areca Palm Scientific Name Dypsis lutescens Plant Family Arecaceae Origin Madagascar Main Category Indoor / Outdoor Subcategory Palm (clumping) Color Green Avg Size 1.5–3 m (indoors) Benefits Humidifying effect, air-purifying Care Level Moderate Light Needs Bright indirect Water Needs Moderate; keep slightly moist
