The trend of using plants for decoration continues to be popular regardless of the season. Nowadays, many people are increasingly concerned about the environment and are looking to enhance their homes with green spaces. If you’re someone who wants to bring plants into your home but isn’t sure which ones to choose, you’re in the right place! Today, we’ll present a famous plant topic: “Let’s Dive into the Fascinating World of 3 Incredible Plants: the Monstera, Alocasia, and Philodendron!” Let’s take a closer look at the highlights of these three popular plants!

1. Monstera

When discussing famous plants, one cannot overlook “the Monstera.” Known for its striking beauty, it is highly sought after and has earned the nickname “Queen of Leaves.” Monstera originates from Central America, thriving in the humid tropics and often found in forests. This elegant plant is commonly grown in pots to help purify the air and enhance home decor.  Monstera is a member of the family Aroceae of the genus Monstera, whose scientific name is Monstera deliciosa Liebm. Thai people call it shredded betel or split betel. The word Monstera comes from the Latin ‘Monstrum’, meaning bizarre based on the unusual shape and margin of the leaf. ‘Deliciosa’ means delicious, referring to the fruit of this plant.

Highlights of the Monstera

1. Heart-shaped leaves and concave cones

When it grows, the edges of the leaves begin to be deeply serrated, which is the origin of the word split betel or shredded betel. When mature, they will have a hole in the middle of the leaf. Some species, such as Monstera obliqua, have a lot of holes, and the leaves are quite tender, requiring special care. When the mutation occurs, the leaves will be white or mint green, called variegated leaves. The variegated leaves are more expensive than other monstera, such as Monstera Borsigiana Albo and Monstera Deliciosa Mint.

2. Belong to the creeper family

It is an epiphytic plant that creeps up on large trees. Most monstera grows by climbing up a high area. However, there are some species that first grow in a horizontal plane and climb up when mature, such as Monstera Deliciosa Giant.

3. Monstera’s trunk has both short and long joints

The short joint is Monstera Giant, which grows slowly and has large and strong leaves. Other types of monstera, such as Monstera Borsigiana and Monstera Adansonii, have longer joints and smaller leaves.

All-time Favorite Monstera 

1. 1. Monstera Deliciosa Giant 
   2. Monstera Borsigiana Albo
   3. Monstera Thai Constellation

2. Alocasia

The next popular plant family is called Alocasia. Many people enjoy growing Alocasia plants because they come in a variety of species and are relatively easy to care for. Alocasia belongs to the Araceae family, which includes other well-known plants such as Monstera and Philodendron.

Highlights of the Alocasia

1. The stem and rhizomes of the plant grow under soil

Plus, the top of the stem overlaps with leaf sheath. Moreover, Alocasia’s buds will sprout around their old stem.

2. Various leaf shapes

For example, heart-shaped leaves, long and pointed leaves, shield-like leaves.

All-time Favorite Alocasia

• Alocasia Okinawa Silver
• Alocasia Gageana Aurea Var.
• Alocasia Black Velvet

3. ฟิโลเดนดรอน (Philodendron)

Finally, we arrive at the well-known plant family, “Philodendron.” You should consider having at least one or two of these plants in your home, as they are easily accessible. Their prices can range from affordable to expensive, depending on the rarity of the species. Additionally, Philodendrons belong to the Araceae family, which includes the plants we previously recommended.

Highlights of the Philodendron

1. Various leaf shapes.

Many of the leaves we observe are heart-shaped, serrated, oval, pointed, or elongated.

2. Air purifying plants.

Philodendron plants absorb toxins and purify the air indoors, making them popular decorative features in homes and buildings.

All-time Favorite Philodendron

• Philodendron Paraiso Verde

• Philodendron Billietiae

• Philodendron Florida Beauty

How about the “Let’s Dive into the Fascinating World of 3 Incredible Plants: the Monstera, Alocasia, and Philodendron!” that we recommended? In addition to the plants we recommend, there are also other interesting plants. Finally, if you are interested in Monstera, Alocasia, and Philodendron but are still hesitant or have a question, we are happy to advise and export the best quality plants from Thailand to you.

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References:

• Let’s Get to Know “Monstera” Better 
• Let’s Get to Know ‘‘Alocasia’’, A Charming Foliage Plant
• Let’s Get to Know ‘‘Philodendron’’, A Fantastic Foliage Plant
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