Plants with unusual flowers and emissions of a beautiful interior garden

Blooming houseplants can provide a fresher, more pleasant indoor climate. Some wild and exotic flowers can even be grown at home. See which less common plants are useful for indoor gardens.

Unusual houseplants – Kalanchoë thyrsiflora / desert cabbage

Desert cabbage belongs to the Crassulaceae family and is native to South Africa. Its leaves can reach up to 1 meter. To thrive, Kalanchoë thyrsiflora requires a sunny position, where the leaves develop their characteristic red color. Particularly interesting is the fact that the plant dies after flowering, usually after two years. However, you can keep it as a houseplant by sowing Kalanchoë thyrsiflora regularly.

Care of houseplants – Passiflora caerulea (Passion Flower)

Passion flowers are mainly grown as houseplants, balcony plants, or outdoor container plants. They grow much better in a sunny, warm location. Passiflora caerulea is a beautiful vine that can reach several meters in height when given enough space. The characteristic passion flowers rise above dark green, segmented foliage. Their scent is very special, but not too strong or unpleasant. The fruit of Passiflora caerulea is not edible, but it is also non-toxic.

Passion flowers as houseplants or outdoor potted plants

Cupressus macrocarpa – indoor cypress, goldcrest cypress

The indoor cypress, which comes from California, likes a bright and sunny place all year round. It can be grown as an indoor or container plant on the balcony or in the garden.

Aromatic houseplants – Sanguisorba (burnet)

Burnet belongs to the Rosaceae family and is cultivated as an edible herb. It requires only a partially shaded spot with moist soil. Sanguisorba has a traditional reputation as a blood-staunching plant, and its slightly bitter leaves go well in dishes, salads, and sauces.

Bonsai tree Juniperus procumbens Nana (dwarf creeping juniper)

Bonsai trees are popular houseplants. Dwarf creeping juniper can reach 20 cm in height. As a potted plant, juniper is very durable and sturdy. Its typical scale-like foliage varies between green and blue. Nana can also be used in rock gardens, as ground cover, and in parks.

Highly adaptable houseplants – Platycerium bifurcatum (staghorn fern)

Native to tropical forests, Platycerium bifurcatum can be grown very easily in the home. A special feature of the fern is its two different types of leaves, including fronds that resemble antlers. To grow well, the staghorn fern needs a bright position with plenty of light.