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Fantastic Foliage Houseplants

From frilly fronds to big, bold, brightly colored leaves, foliage houseplants set the tone in any room. Choose from the selection of attractive tropical beauties described here to dress up your home.

By Denny Schrock

Balfour aralia
 

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Aralia

Balfour aralia (pictured) is one of several aralias commonly available as houseplants. Ming aralia (Polyscias fruticosa) has deeply cut lacy leaves. Parsley aralia (P. f. 'Elegans') is smaller, with dense curled leaves. All develop corky, gnarled trunks as they age. Aralias need warm temperatures and high humidity. Keep them away from cold drafts.

Why We Love It: They're great trees with glossy green, scalloped leaves that create a beautiful texture indoors.

Name: Polyscias scutellaria 'Balfourii'

Growing Conditions: Medium to bright light; 65-85 degrees F; keep soil evenly moist

Size: To 6 feet tall and 3 feet wide

Note: This plant is poisonous and can make children or pets ill if they chew or eat it.



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