Written by
Sabina
Dreaming of swaying palm trees and sun-drenched destinations? Good news: you don’t need to go on holiday to create a tropical atmosphere. Discover 8 houseplants that will transform your interior into a green oasis full of exotic vibes!
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Strelitzia reginae
Strelitzia, also known as Bird of Paradise Plant, is a real tropical showstopper. Most people are familiar with Strelitzia nicolai: an impressive plant with large, tropical leaves. But if you want spectacular flowers too, go for Strelitzia reginae. This variety produces the iconic orange and blue Bird of Paradise flowers that instantly bring the ultimate tropical feel.
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Bromelia
Looking for striking shapes and colours? Add the exotic Bromelia to your wishlist. Its eye-catching flowers and bracts in red, yellow, pink or orange bring a tropical touch to your home for months. Curious to see how this exotic beauty is grown? Take a look inside the greenhouse of a Bromelia specialist!
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Alocasia
Large leaves, striking veins, unusual shapes: the tropical Alocasia, also known as Elephant Ear, deserves a place in any interior with an exotic twist. Alocasia doesn’t produce flowers, but its impressive leaves more than make up for it.
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Banana Plant
Few plants evoke that holiday feeling quite as instantly as the Banana Plant. Its characteristic trunk and leaves will transport you straight to a tropical resort. Another bonus: Banana Plant grows relatively quickly, so you can create a lush green look in no time.
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Calathea
Calathea is a tropical showstopper that never stops surprising. This plant is known for its spectacular leaf patterns, ranging from subtle stripes to bold, flame-like markings.
Did you know that many Calatheas ‘go to sleep’? In the evening, their leaves move upwards, and during the day they open up again.
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Monstera
Monstera, also known as Swiss Cheese Plant, is one of the most popular tropical plants for indoors. Its iconic leaves with natural splits instantly create a lush look. Tip: this tropical favourite loves climbing up a moss pole.
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Philodendron
With Philodendron, you can bring a little piece of rainforest into your living room. There are hundreds of varieties of this tropical houseplant, so there’s always a Philodendron that can fill your living room with holiday vibes.
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Medinilla
Looking for a plant with serious wow factor? Then Medinilla is an excellent choice. This exotic beauty produces large, cascading clusters of pink flowers that almost look too beautiful to be real.
Going on holiday?
Despite that lovely tropical atmosphere at home, are you still planning a holiday? No worries. With these handy tips and tricks, your plants will get enough water while you’re away, whether or not you have a plant sitter. How about making your own drip watering system, for example? Or a watering system using string? Another clever trick: group your plants together to create a humid microclimate.
Caring for tropical plants
Picked out your favourite tropical specimens and could use a little help looking after them? Discover this article with basic rules and tips for caring for houseplants. Also useful: read this article featuring the most frequently asked questions about houseplants and keep mealybugs and aphids out of your home with these clever tips.
