The largest indoor plants

Today, anyone can imagine himself as a gardener, and grow his own garden even in an apartment. The largest indoor plants are an oasis among concrete walls. There are thousands of plants suitable for home conditions, and among them there are real giants. There are also TOP useful indoor plants.

Monstera: 4-5 meters and higher

The real queen among indoor plants is monstera (Monstera deliciosa). A representative of tropical flora is in demand due to its gigantic size and large juicy leaves with interesting cuts. Monstera can grow 4-5 meters in height. But it can be limited if the ceiling height does not allow. The largest houseplant likes diffused sunlight and well-drained soil. If the plant likes everything. It will delight you with leaves up to half a meter wide.

Spotted Dieffenbachia: up to 3 meters

The list of the largest indoor plants cannot do without Dieffenbachia seguine. Which is spread all over the world. This species has poisonous properties. Dieffenbachia should not be kept in a house where there are pets or small children who may accidentally eat the leaves. A plant with beautiful leaves with bright veins can grow up to 3 meters in height at home. Loves bright sun and does not like overflow.

Codieum: up to 1 meter

One of the brightest large plants is codiaeum (Codiaeum variegatum), which is mistakenly still often called croton. A representative of this species can reach a height of 2.5 or more, but in home conditions it rarely reaches more than one meter. Bright colors and veins on the leaf indicate that the plant receives bright diffused light, and muted colors signal weak lighting.

Ficus rubber: up to 2 meters

Rubber-bearing or elastic ficuses (Ficus elastica) are a great option for beginners among gardeners who want to show off their large houseplants to their guests. Caring for ficuses does not require great costs and efforts. You can grow your own rubber tree very quickly. Ficus can grow 60 cm in one growing season. The plant likes bright diffused light, it should be watered every 1-2 weeks, and the soil should be allowed to dry between waterings.

Lyre-shaped ficus (letter): up to 3 meters

Another giant ficus comes from western Africa. It got its good name (Ficus lytara) because of its resemblance to an ancient stringed instrument – the lyre. In the natural environment, the letter can reach up to 30 m in height, but at home it is unlikely to grow higher than 3 m. Experts advise placing the ficus on a bright window and turning the pot from time to time so that the plant grows straight and does not lean towards the light. Likes regular loosening of the soil plus watering when the ground dries up by 5 cm. The plant does not respond well to frequent relocations.

Asplenium nest: up to 1.5 meters

Kostenets, also known as asplenium (Asplenium nidus), can grow up to 1.5 m in height and 1.2 m in width. It will make a great addition to any collection of house plants. It grows slowly and has a large, bright green branch emerging from the center that resembles a nest – hence the name. Place the asplenium on a north-facing window and watch it grow.

Olive tree: up to 2 meters

Mediterranean gardeners have cultivated olive trees (Olea europaea) for thousands of years. Currently, it is an important agricultural crop. Dwarf olives add elegance to the interior, and even amateur gardeners can grow the plant. Domestic olive trees grow up to 2 m in height. In order for the tree to grow big, you should put it on a window with bright light and keep the soil moist.

Dracaena marginata: up to 2.5 meters

Dracaena (Dracaena marginata) comes from Madagascar. It is on the list of the most popular house plants. Dracaena is known for its narrow leaves with red edges and a willow-like trunk. Able to grow up to 2.5 m in height. The plant likes bright light and the soil is completely dry between waterings.

Dracaena frangars: 4 meters and above

Another dracaena from our list is called the tree of happiness. Fragrant dracaena (Dracaena fragrans) is one of the easiest evergreen plants to grow, although it can reach a height of 4 m or more. It feels good on a bright window with indirect sunlight. Does not like overflows, so do not flood the soil.

Strelitzia royal: up to 2 meters

Decorative flowering plant (Strelitzia reginae). If you help the plant to grow tall, it will thank you with bright flowers. Thanks to which it received the nickname bird of paradise. Strelitzia can grow up to 2 m in height and feels better if it is planted in a tight pot. It is desirable to place the bird of paradise near a bright window and water it every 1-2 weeks.

Lemon tree: up to 1.5 meters

How to enjoy fresh citrus without leaving home? Feel free to plant a lemon (Citrus x meyeri). Lemon, depending on the type of tree, grows up to 1.5 m in height. Low enough so that your living room does not turn into an orchard. But tall enough to be the center of attention. The plant likes bright, south-facing windows and moist soil.

Spathiphyllum Wallace: up to 1.8 meters

One of the popular types of large-leaved indoor plants is spathiphyllum (Spathphyllum wallisii). It is known for its beautiful white flowers that can appear at any time of the year. And its dark green glossy leaves help purify the air indoors. Under favorable conditions, it can grow up to 1.8 m in height. The plant likes moist soil and bright light.

Colocasia: up to 1.5 meters

This plant has many names: edible colocasia (Colocasia esculenta), taro and even elephant ears. The last nickname is precisely related to very large leaves up to one meter in length. Although the plant itself does not often grow higher than 1.5 m. The giant of the indoor world likes indirect sunlight and moist soil.

Rhubarb: up to 3 meters

This majestic palm tree can reach a height of 30 meters in the open ground. But in an apartment it is unlikely to grow higher than 3 m. The palm tree has numerous stems with giant dark green branches. Ravenia (Ravenea rivilaris) prefers high humidity and frequent watering, as well as a combination of direct and diffused sunlight.

Yucca: up to 2 meters

Yucca is different. And some species in open ground grow up to 9 m in height. Giant yucca (Yucca elephantipes) is most suitable for indoor cultivation. It does not require special conditions. It feels best in indirect light and in well-drained soil. The plant is resistant to drought.