Plants
Ficus Bonsai
Scientific name: Ficus ginseng
Family: Moraceae
Geographic Origin: Southeast Asia
Description: Bonsai Ficus plants are grown in nurseries and grafted onto a variety of Ficus which rapidly "thickens" the roots. It is widely used as a bonsai and ornamental plant.
This robust, resistant and easy-care plant gives a tropical look to any interior space. Ficus comes from the Latin “figo”, hence Ficus ginseng is within the fig tree family.
Palm Tree Chamaedorea
Scientific name: Chamaedorea elegans
Family: Arecaceae
Geographic origin: North America
Description: Belonging to the palm tree family, Chamaedorea is distinguished by its cane-like stems. Slow-growing, low-maintenance and adds a tropical feel to indoor environments.
This versatile plant is "elegant" as the epithet implies and is able to make its presence known in a room in conditions of low light, air conditioning systems, or even excess water.
Tips: Yellowed leaves or dry tips are usually related to a lack of moisture.
Phytonia
Scientific name: Fittonia sp.
Family: Acanthaceae
Geographic origin: South America
Description: Creeping species, appreciated for its showy foliage. The dense structure of Phytonia leaves and the color of their veins create a harmonious composition.
Adapted to well-lit environments, it is an excellent choice to be used in winter gardens. The genus name Fittonia was coined by a pair of botanical writers, Elizabeth and Sarah Mary Fitton, who were Irish in the 19th century.
Tips: Do a maintenance pruning during the summer period, removing the tips of the stems to encourage compact growth.