Garden Answers (UK)

Name that houseplant!

How well do you know your houseplant­s? Here are some of our favourites to see if you can name them!

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1 Climbing plant popular in the 1970s. Large glossy leaves develop characteri­stic lobed shape on maturity. Prefers sun or light shade, moderate humidity. H8m (26ft) S2.5m (8ft) 4 Widely available and easy to grow; a popular choice for student bedsits, hanging from macramé pot holders... Prefers light shade and low humidity. H30cm (12in) S60cm (2ft) 7 Arrow-shaped foliage with silver veins and wavy edges. Prefers light shade and high humidity, so mist leaves daily. Keep out of direct sun and draughts. H1.2m (4ft) S1m (3ft 3in) 2 Shade-tolerant foliage plant with broad, glossy leaves. Prefers light shade and low humidity, so mist every few days in summer. Yields a milky white latex. H1.8m (6ft) S1.2m (4ft) 5 Shade-loving palm with tall stems of dark green leaves. Needs moderate humidity, so stand its pot on a tray of damp pebbles or mist every few days. H3m (10ft) S2m (6½ft) 8 Tolerant of light shade, this popular houseplant has sword-shaped leaves with a yellow edge. Thrives on neglect, so avoid over-watering. H75cm (30in) S30cm (12in) 3 Tolerant of full sun, this palm-like plant is perfect for a sheltered sunny spot on the patio in summer. Bring indoors over winter in a bright spot. H1.5m (5ft) S75cm (30in) 6 On-trend succulent often available in garden centres. Prefers bright conditions and low humidity. Plant in cactus compost or gritty multipurpo­se. H20cm (8in) S15cm (6in) 9 Elegant houseplant with glossy foliage and longlastin­g flowers with a prominent spadix and surroundin­g white spathe. Prefers light shade. H and S60cm (2ft)

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