Indoor Plants Page 2

Polyscias fruticosa......................................................Aralia Ming - An elegant shrub or hedge, curled foliage, dark green. Grows on branches that resemble canes.

Palm - Syagrus romanzoffiana...........................Queen Palm - Prefers a bright light, low to medium moisture requirements. Feathery, medium textured foliage.

Polyscias fruticosa 'Elegans'.............................Parsley Aralia - Parsley-like foliage, very fine and fluffy. Deep green foliage. Medium moisture, light, and nutrient levels. A very dependable variety in the interiorscape.

Pleomele reflexa 'Song of Jamaica'..................Song of Jamaica - (syn.) Dracaena reflexa 'Song of Jamaica' - As above, not as bright. The foliage is a dark green, with light green stripes.

Palm - Caryota mitis............................................Fishtail Palm - Indoors, this palm requires moderate moisture levels, and a medium to bright light. Spider mites are a potential problem in dry settings. To prevent, raise the humidity level around the plant. Keep fairly well fertilized for the best foliage color.

Palm - Chamaedorea erumpens x seifrizii.......'Florida Hybrid' Bamboo Palm - A wonderful palm for the interiorscape. Long lasting, and relatively durable. Prefers medium moisture, nutrients, humidity, and light. Great vertical accent. Can be allowed to get quite large indoors. Slender growth habit makes it suitable for tight spaces.

Natal Mahogany...................................................Trichelia dregeana - Large, dark green foliage, and a very tropical look make this a great selection for indoors. Relatively new to the interior market, this plant is a native to southern Africa, that has proved to be a wonderful introduction to the horticultural industry. Although it requires high amounts of moisture, it is fairly low in it's maintenance needs. Height is variable, but the best specimens are over 6 or 8 feet.

Nephrolepis assorted.........................................Boston Fern, Fishtail Fern, Macho Fern - An old time classic interior plant selection. Provide ample moisture, and medium to high humidity is best. Medium light is best, but it will tolerate low or high light. Usually available in several sizes.

Neantha Bella Palm............................................Chamadorea elegans - When used indoors, the Parlor Palm, as it is sometimes called, can be very long lasting. Medium moisture, light, and humidity are preferred. Do not allow the soil to stay moist, but do not allow to dry completely. Great for smaller spaces, apartments, office reception areas etc.

Nephthytis (Syngonium) podophyllum...........'Berry Allusion', 'White Butterfly', etc - A very prolific grower, the Nephthytis is relatively easy to take care of when indoors. Available in small pots (4", 6", 8"), and in hanging baskets. Tolerant of low light, but prefers medium to high. Medium to high moisture requirements

Norfolk Island Pine..............................................Auraucaria heterophylla - Prefers to be kept relatively moist, but not wet. Some drying between watering is good. Higher light is best, and higher humidity is desired. Deep green foliage, pine-like in appearance. Available as a small plant for a desktop, or anywhere up to 8 feet tall or more. Larger specimens require quite a large area!

Orchids assorted..................................................................Too numerous to list. Availablity often changes, depending upon supply, environmental conditions, and time of year.

Pothos..................................................................Epipremnum aureum - One of the most popular plants for use indoors in hanging baskets, or where a training effect is desired. Variegated green and yellow foliage provides a brightening effect. Also available with solid green foliage, or with some white variegation rather than the yellow. Tolerant of low to high light, and prefers medium to high moisture.

Pachira glabra.....................................................Money Tree - Relatively new introduction to our region. Used indoors in the U.S., and as a landscape plant in Asia. Not much information is available to us about the growth habits of this plant in our region. Often it is sold as a novelty plant, usually 3 plants in a pot, braided. We have kept specimens growing in the greenhouse for several years, where they have attained a height of 6 feet and are still growing under indoor conditions. Medium moisture and light.

Pachypodium lamerei........................................Madagascar Palm - Technically this is not a palm, but a succulent. The growth habit, which is upright, gives the plant a 'palm' shape, hence the name. The trunk is covered in thorns, and the leaf is deep green, length up to 24 inches. This plant does have a white flower, although we have yet to see one reach this point.

Palm - Chamadorea elegans.............................Neantha Bella Palm - When used indoors, the Parlor Palm, as it is sometimes called, can be very long lasting. Medium moisture, light, and humidity are preferred. Do not allow the soil to stay moist, but do not allow to dry completely. Great for smaller spaces, apartments, office reception areas etc.

Palm - Chrysalidocarpus lutescens...................Areca Palm - This is what we consider the 'disposable' indoor palm. Prefers to be kept relatively moist, and in a higher light situation. Can experience some mealybug problems, which is easily enough treated with a systemic insecticde. We have found that many people are not able to keep this palm in the best of conditions. Keep well fertilized and watered in order to keep it as full as possible, but do not allow it to sit in water.

Palm - Dypsis decaryi .........................................Triangle Palm - The triangular shape of this palm gives it the name. Ususally it would prefer medium or high light, and even moisture. Take care to not let it sit in water, as it is not very tolerant of wet soils. This palm would do well in larger containers.

Palm - Howea fosteriana.....................................Kentia - One of the highest quality palms available. Prefers indirect bright light, tolerant of medium light. Prefers even moisture, avoid allowing it to dry out. Very slow growth rate translates to a high price tag, but also to a very long life span. This is the king of indoor palms.

Palm - Hyophorbe lagenicaulis.........................Bottle Palm - When used in the interiorscape, the Bottle Palm can be very nice if cared for appropriately. Average moisture, without allowing the soil to dry out is best. Medium to high light is preferred. Scale insects are one of the few potential problems.

Palm - Hyophorbe verschaffeltii.........................Spindle Palm - Prefers medium to high light, and medium moisture. Tolerant of some time in dry soils. Best suited for large containers.

Palm - Phoenix roebellinii...................................Pygmy Date Palm - Prefers bright light, medium moisture. Allow to dry somewhat between waterings, do not let it sit moist. Available in several sizes. These make an excellent patio plant, or in an entrance, foyer, etc. Fine foliage texture can provide a feathery, light appearance.

Palm - Ravenea rivularis.....................................Majesty Palm - Prefers medium or high light, low to medium moisture levels. Light green foliage, and fine to medium foliage. Growth indoors can vary from slow to medium.

Palm - Rhapis excelsa........................................Lady Palm - A great choice for medium or low light situations, yet tolerant of high light or full sun. This palm is very tolerant of dry situations, although it prefers to be kept evenly moist. Deep green, deeply serrated foliage. Clumping habit. Growth to only about 8 feet, it is relatively slow growing. Typically if purchased at 4 feet, for example, it would be many years before it reached full height, if at all, especially indoors.

Palm - Wodyetia bifurcata...................................Foxtail Palm - Prefers a bright light indoors, low to medium moisture requirements. Medium to deep green foliage. These palms provide a unique appearance, and are quite popular in larger settings, such as hotel or office lobby areas. They do particularly well when placed in a natural light situation.

Peperomia assorted............................................P. clusiifolia, P. obtusifolia - An excellent plant for indoors, very tough and versatile. Tolerates drought conditions, prefers medium moisture for the best growth. Tolerates low, medium or high light, relatively easy care requirements. Available in several varieties, some with light green foliage, some dark green, red variegation, white variegation, yellow variegation etc. Thick succulent type foliage.

Philodendron 'Hope'..........................................'Hope' Selloum - Large, elephant ear shaped foliage, with deep serrations around the leaf edge. Prefers low to medium moisture, and larger containers. Tolerant of low light, but would prefer medium to high light. This is an improved variety, that is better suited to the indoors than the species Philodendron selloum. These can attain a height of 6 or 8 feet over several years, but to do so normally requires regular potting-up.

Philodendron 'Burle Marx'...................................Light green foliage, on a mounding/vining plant. Great in planters, containers, or hanging baskets. Can also work well on a totem. Tolerant of low light, faster growth rate in medium and high light. Prefers medium or high moisture levels.

Philodendron 'Congo' & 'Congo Rojo'...............Heart shaped foliage, mounding or vining growth habit. Growth rate is medium, and this plant prefers medium moisture levels. Tolerant of low or high light, but would prefer medium light levels.

Philodendron 'Cordatum' or 'Micans'.................Also available in a solid green leaf. This is a very tolerant plant, and can be used successfully in low, medium or high light. Generally, medium to high moisture is preferred.

Philodendron 'Imperial' Green or Red................Heart shaped foliage, mounding or vining growth habit. Growth rate is medium, and this plant prefers medium moisture levels. Tolerant of low or high light, but would prefer medium light levels.

Platycerium bifurcatum......................................Staghorn Fern - Usually available in a cedar wood slat hanging basket. This fern, although it does not look like a fern in the classic sense, tends to nned a host to grow on. It grows on and around the container (host), and can completely surround it. Best in a filtered light, away from direct sunlight. Does not need much water, but an occasional soaking in a bucket or a sink full of water, with some liquid fertilizer would be a help.

Pleomele reflexa 'Song of India'........................Song of India - (syn.) Dracaena reflexa 'Song of India' - A versatile plant, tolerates low, medium or high light. The foliage of this plant makes it goood to use in darker corners to brighten them. The D. reflexa is easily trainable to many interesting shapes and sizes. Tolerant of dryer soils, it would prefer medium, even moisture.

Polyscias fruticosa..............................................Aralia Ming - Very fine, elegant foliage, medium green. Typically available in smaller pots, although this can grow to be a beautiful large specimen. Relatively slow growth rate. Medium light, and moisture requirements.

Pony Tail Palm.....................................................Beaucarnea recurvata - When used in the interiorscape, this plant prefers to be on the dry side of moist. High or medium light is preferred. Take care not to over-water the Ponytail, as it will not be happy! Very slow growth.

Queen Palm.........................................................Syagrus romanzoffiana - Prefers a bright light, low to medium moisture requirements. Feathery, medium textured foliage.

Ravenala madascariensis.................................Traveler's Tree/Traveler's Palm - Prefers medium to high light, and medium moisture levels. Bright green foliage, large, banana(leaf) like in shape

Ravenea rivularis.................................................Majesty Palm - A good choice for medium to high light. Medium moisture levels.

Reflexed Dracaena.............................................Dracaena reflexa (syn. Pleomele reflexa) 'Song of India', 'Song of Jamaica' - A versatile plant, tolerates low, medium or high light. The foliage of this plant makes it goood to use in darker corners to brighten them. The D. reflexa is easily trainable to many interesting shapes and sizes. Tolerant of dryer soils, it would prefer medium, even moisture.

Rhapis excelsa....................................................Lady Palm - A great choice for medium or low light situations, this palm is very tolerant of dry situations, although it prefers to be kept evenly moist. Deep green, deeply serrated foliage. Clumping habit. Growth to only about 8 feet, it is relatively slow growing. Typically if purchased at 4 feet, for example, it would be many years before it reached full height, if at all, especially indoors.

Rubber Plant, Variegated..................................Ficus elastica 'Sylvie' - A new twist to an old favorite. Light green foliage with white and pink variegation. A bit more fickle than the species Ficus elastica, it reacts poorly to over or under watering.

Rubber Plant..........................................................Ficus elastica 'Burgundy', 'Robusta' - Often reffered to as the 'Rubber Plant', this cultivar tolerates low and medium light situations better than the species F. elastica. Usually it will require a large container, and it does tend to take quite a bit of space. Tolerant of dry soil, although it is best to keep it evenly moist for the best performance.

Rubber Plant Miniature.........................................Ficus elastica 'Melany' - This is a variety developed specifically for the interior market. Very tolerant of low light, it prefers to be kept moist, although it will tolerate some dry periods. Also very tolerant of being pot-bound.

Palm - Licuala grandis.........................................Licuala Palm - Not often available, usually through special order. Somewhat of a difficult palm, best suited for experienced persons. Medium green color, fan shaped leaf, with very little serration. Clumping habit, slow growth. Prefers medium light situations, no direct sunlight. Medium moisture, with high organic material in the soil.

Peace Lily.............................................................Spathiphyllum spp. - Best when used away from direct sunlight, tolerant of low light. Dark green foliage, clumping. White spath flower held above the foliage. Requires high amounts of moisture, relatively high nutritional needs. We recommend using a controlled release fertilizer, with ocassional additions of liquid fertilizer. Grows best in high quality potting media, does not tolerate poor quality soils. Considered an indicator plant for moisture.

Palm - Livistona chinensis..................................Chinese Fan - This palm prefers medium to bright light, medium moisture. Relatively easy maintenance indoors. The large fan shaped foliage requires quite a lot of horizontal area. Great for lobby, reception areas, etc. Available in many sizes for the interior.

Philodendron 'Xanadu'........................................'Xanadu' - This is a great choice for indoors in a medium or high light setting. Low light is tolerated as well. Low to medium moisture levels are preferred. The 'Xanadu' will react poorly to over-watering.

Sansevieria assorted.........................................Sansevieria trifasciata - One of the most tolerant plants for the interiordcape. It is honestly very difficult to kill this plant! Tolerant of dry or wet potting media, low or high light. THis plant can tolerate drought conditions very well, great for people who travel a lot, or tend to "forget" about watering their plants.

Schefflera actinophylla 'Amate'........................Schefflera 'Amate' - Developed specifically for the interior market. This is an improved variety of Schefflera actinophylla that is sterile, and does not produce seeds as the species does. Therefore it is not a problem if placed outdoors, in regards to being invasive. Large textured foliage is good to help fill larger spaces.

Schefflera arboricola...........................................Dwarf Schefflera - The full and fluffy growth habit of this plant makes it a good filler plant, where there is an area to fill. Typically it is kept as a rounded shape, but it can be trained into many shapes and sizes. Tolerant of dry or moist soils, low or high light. Do not allow to stay dry or wet for long periods. A very versatile plant for indoors.

Schefflera arboricola 'Dazzle'.............................'Dazzle' Variegated Schefflera - A relatively new introduction to the interior market. Developed specifically for use indoors. Very bright variegated foliage, and a larger leaf than the species Schefflera arboricola, but not as large as Scheff. actinophylla. Prefers moist potting media, but is tolerant of drying out, just make sure to soak thouroughly if it does get dry.

Schefflera arboricola 'Gold Capella'..................Variegated Schefflera - Some yellow variegation. Not as evident as S. arboricola 'Trinette', provides a darker green accent, with light splashes of yellow. Full growth habit, can be trained to many shapes. Tolerant of low, medium or high light situations.

Schefflera arboricola 'Luseanne'........................Arboricola Luseanne, Miniature Schefflera - Very full, compact growth habit. Shorter internodes that Sch. arboricola, which results in a much shorter growth habit and makes it more suitable for smaller pots and smaller spaces as it doesn't take up as much room. Easy care. This is a very under-utilised variety in Nassau. We highly recommend this plant for apartments or small living spaces. Very tolerant.

Palm - Veitchia merillii........................................Adonidia, Manila Palm, Christmas Palm - When used indoors, these prefer a relatively bright location. If located indoors in an area with low humidity, some spider mite problems may occur. To aid in prevention, try to provide more humidity by placing pebbles in a saucer under the pot, and keeping filled with water, but not so much that the soil stays in contact with the water.

Schefflera arboricola 'Trinette'............................Variegated Shefflera - Bright yellow variegation. Provides a bright yellow accent, with splashes of deep green. Very tolerant of moisture, heat, humidity, and light.

Schefflera elegantissima....................................False Aralia - Very fine foliage, lacy, serrated. The foliage is a burgundy color. When used in the interiorscape, may attract mealybug, or spidermite. Increasing humidity around the plant will help in the prevention of pest problems. Treat with a systemic insecticide to combat any existing problems. Often used when larger (5' or more), take on a very upright, vertical growth habit.

Schefflera tupidathus...........................................Tupidanthus - A medium growing plant, very tolerant of indoor conditions, prefers medium moisture, light.

Schlumbergera hybrids......................................Holiday Cactus, Christmas Cactus - Wonderful bright flowers on this cactus, large in comparison to the foliage size. Foliage is deep green, scale-like. Available in many colors, reds, oranges, whites, peach, pinks. Use caution to not overwater. Can tolerate some dry periods. Reacts well to an ocassional application of a balanced fertilizer.

Song of India.........................................................Pleomele reflexa, Dracaena reflexa 'Song of India' - A versatile plant, tolerates low, medium or high light. The foliage of this plant makes it goood to use in darker corners to brighten them. The D. reflexa is easily trainable to many interesting shapes and sizes. Tolerant of dryer soils, it would prefer medium, even moisture.

Spathiphyllum spp..............................................Peace Lily - Best when used away from direct sunlight, tolerant of low light. Dark green foliage, clumping. White spath flower held above the foliage. Requires high amounts of moisture, relatively high nutritional needs. We recommend using a controlled release fertilizer, with ocassional additions of liquid fertilizer. Grows best in high quality potting media, does not tolerate poor quality soils. Considered an indicator plant for moisture.

Spathoglottis assorted.......................................Ground Orchid - This is an orchid that grows in the ground, preferably in pots with a potting media with high organic content. Performs best when it is not allowed to dry out.

Sphaeropteris cooperi.......................................(syn. Cyathea cooperi) Australian Tree Fern -

Succulents Assorted..........................................Succulents of all shapes, colors, and sizes !!!

Swiss Cheese Plant............................................Monstera delisciosa - Often sold growing on a totem, or in hanging baskets. This plant can either climb, or hang, depending upon growing conditions. Large deep green foliage, with holes throughout, such as swiss cheese. Tolerant of low to high light, and medium moisture requirements.

Syagrus romanzoffiana.......................................Queen Palm - Prefers a bright light, low to medium moisture requirements. Feathery, medium textured foliage.

Syngonium podophyllum...................................Nephthytis podophyllum 'Berry Allusion', 'White Butterfly' -

Ti Plant cultivars....................................................Cordyline terminalis 'Black Magic' - Many varieties available; 'Cotton Candy' - light pink, 'Black Magic' - almost black, 'Red Sister' - most popular, reddish leaf, many others. Used for foliage and color accents.

Variegated Shefflera............................................Schefflera arboricola 'Trinette', or 'Gold Capella' -

Veitchia merillii....................................................Manila Palm, Adonidia Palm, Christmas Palm - When used indoors, these prefer a relatively bright location. If located indoors in an area with low humidity, some spider mite problems may occur. To aid in prevention, try to provide more humidity by placing pebbles in a saucer under the pot, and keeping filled with water, but not so much that the soil stays in contact with the water.

Yucca elaphantipes.......................................Yucca - A very hardy plant for the interiorscape. Low watering requirements, prefers to be allowed to dry some between waterings. Do not allow to stay moist, as rot will quickly occur. Tolerates low to high light, slower growth will occur in lower light, so be especially careful to not overwater. Requires high light to flower, and will not do so until mature.

Zamia maritima....................................................Cardboard Palm - As this plant is tough outdoors, as it is indoors as well. The slow growth rate means that it prefers to be on the dry side rather than constantly moist. Bright light, or medium light is preferred.