At Ecologist Verde we want to show you some of the plants with colored leaves that you can easily find in any florist or nursery so that your home is full of color and life at any time of the year. Although we all love flowers, these plants with colored leaves They are also a great option not only for their ornamental value, but because they are usually plants that do not require too specific care. If you are still a novice and want to start learning to care for and love plants or, simply, you are looking for options to decorate your space with a beautiful and easy-to-care plant, we recommend that you take a look at this list where you will find many species and varieties of red plants, plants with purple leaves and with other colors that will surprise you.
Aglaonema modestum or aglaonema of fire
The leaves of this Aglaonema variety They are green and with parts of reddish or purple color. Easy to grow, this plant requires very little maintenance so it is perfect for those who do not have much time, but do not want to give up having plants at home. In addition, this plant native to China is perennial so you can enjoy its beauty throughout the year.
Begonia rex or painted leaf begonia
Although begonia is itself a plant already highly valued for its elegant flowers, this variety, the begonia rex, has some colored leaves very characteristic. Large and rosette-shaped, they come to present very different patterns and colors. From pink to almost deep purple. This plant prefers cool environments, with a high degree of humidity and does not receive direct light to improve its growth and flowering.
Here we tell you more about Begonia Care.
Calathea or calatea
Another of the eye-catching colored leaf plants is commonly known as Calathea or calatea. Perfect for decorating any interior space in your home, since it can present different types of coloring and shape of its leaves depending on the variety. Although, in general, it usually has large leaves where the predominant colors are the intense green of its upper part and the purple underside. To help it stay healthy, you will need to ensure that it receives indirect light and abundant watering during spring and summer.
Canna indica or cane of the Indies
Known for its precious tropical flowers, the Canna indica also known as a plant of great ornamental value thanks to the coloring of its leaves. These, large in size, can have different shades that go from green to red; even with different patterns like presenting striped sheets with two colors. Like some of the other species we have introduced to you, the Rattan it needs water and sun to promote its development. Therefore, it is normal for them to be used in garden areas, mainly near ponds.
Ficus elastica or rubber tree
One of the most used plants to decorate exteriors is known as Ficus elastica or the rubber tree. Their reddish leaves, only during their first stage, which become reddish and purple until it becomes colored Intense green as the plant grows. They prefer a bright environment, but without receiving direct sunlight. As long as you keep the substrate well drained, you will not have to worry about its care so that it always looks in perfect condition.
Here you can know +35 types of ficus.
Hemigraphis alternata or red ivy
Another of the plants with colored leaves known is the call red ivy It belongs to the Acantáceas family and is native to the Asian continent. Its leaves are wrinkled and although they present a greenish coloration in the upper part, are purple on the underside. Even depending on the temperature or the light they receive, they can take on a greater almost metallic coloration. Although we recommend that you use it outdoors, you can have it inside your house with the help of a tutor to help it grow naturally.
Asplenium fern or bird's nest fern
This curious species of tree fern, typical of Australia and Malaysia, also needs adequate humidity conditions for its optimal growth. If you take good care of it, it can be an exceptionally long-lived plant. Also, large wavy leaves of the fern Asplenium or bird's nest fern, from apple green color and purple nerves they can reach more than 50cm in length. A perfect option to dress your home with a unique and natural touch.
Ledebouria socialis or escilia
This bulbous plant of the Asparagaceae family and typical of South Africa that has variegated leaves on the upper side and purple on the underside. In addition to its rare and pretty leaves, its flowers, although small, are very striking. You will be able to cultivate the Ledebouria socialis or scilia easily, since it only needs to be located in a shady place in your home.
Caladium or angel wing
Its common name does justice to this showy leaf plant shaped like arrowhead and what counts, depending on the variety with color combinations unique among which are green, white, red and even pink. The Caladiums, caladios or angel wing They are perfect annual plants to decorate interior spaces since they do not withstand frost well and prefer not to receive direct sunlight.
Xanthosoma sagittifolium or African mask plant
If what you are looking for is to get a tropical touch in the favorite corner of your home, we recommend this plant with large leaves and pointed ends. These also have a daring veining in white or yellow, perfect to give it that air you are looking for. The texture of its leaves is also very particular, in addition their size is large, since it is capable of exceeding 50 cm in length, and for all this and the shape they have, it is known as "The African mask" or "Elephant ears".
Other colorful leaf plants
To finish, we show you a list of names of plants with colored leaves that are also very striking and decorative, so you know more options.
- Alocasia Polly or mini elephant ear
- Carex or jonquil
- Ctenanthe oppenheimiana or cenante
- Coleus blumei or cretonne
- Cordyline fruticosa or good luck plant
- Codiaeum Variegatum Pictum or Croton
- Gynura aurantiaca or purple passion plant
- Maranta leuconeura or prayer plant
- Phormium or New Zealand lily
- Ipomoea Batatas or Sweet Potato Vine
- Plectranthus argentatus or plectranthus
- Pilea cadierei or aluminum plant
- Strobilanthes dyerianus or Persian shield
- Tradescantia zebrina or zebrina pendula
In the photos below you will see these plants in the same order as in the list. Also, if you liked all these plants with colored leaves and strange patterns but want to know even more, we encourage you to discover the colored Succulents.
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