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In modern life, people are increasingly fond of growing plants. Planting can cultivate one's mind and body and also optimize the environment, and potted plants just meet this need. Among them, those potted plants with heart-shaped leaves are especially popular, as if they are the gifts of nature's love to the human world. Today, let's get to know the world of these potted plants with heart-shaped leaves together.
Hoya kerrii
Hoya kerrii, also known as "Loving Heart Leaf" or "Lovers' Hoya". Its leaves are thick and emerald green, presenting a standard heart shape. It has a very strong vitality. You can just insert a leaf into the soil and it will take root and germinate. This plant is native to Thailand and has also been introduced and cultivated in Guangdong, Fujian and other places in China. Hoya kerrii prefers a warm, humid semi-shady environment. It is drought-tolerant, afraid of waterlogging and not cold-tolerant. It is very suitable as an ornamental plant on balconies, window sills and desks. Its unique heart-shaped leaves also make it an excellent choice for gifts between lovers. One leaf represents "wholeheartedness", and two leaves represent "having mutual affinity".
Ficus religiosa var. benghalensis 'Willow Leaf'
Ficus religiosa var. benghalensis 'Willow Leaf' is an evergreen indoor foliage plant. Its leaves are large and heart-shaped with clear veins. Its straight trunk usually grows in a natural state. The bark is gray and smooth, and the branches have a certain degree of flexibility and are easy to shape. Ficus religiosa var. benghalensis 'Willow Leaf' is easy to shape and grows relatively fast. However, when it lacks water, its leaves will droop to remind the owner to water it in time. In the Jiangsu, Zhejiang, Shanghai and Anhui regions, it is a bit difficult to cultivate Ficus religiosa var. benghalensis 'Willow Leaf' in winter and special attention needs to be paid to keeping it warm. In addition, the sap of Ficus religiosa var. benghalensis 'Willow Leaf' has an odor. When you rub its leaves, a special smell will be emitted, but it doesn't matter if you don't touch it. The plant type of Ficus religiosa var. benghalensis 'Willow Leaf' is beautiful and it is one of the preferred choices for indoor decoration.
Ceropegia woodii
Ceropegia woodii, also known as Heart Vine, String of Hearts, Wax Flower, One Inch Heart, is a perennial herbaceous plant of the genus Ceropegia in the Asclepiadaceae family. Its leaves are thick, kidney-shaped, dark green, with single opposite leaves that are heart-shaped. The young stems of Ceropegia woodii are cylindrical and then gradually become triangular. The vines can grow to several meters long, elegant and flowing. Its flowers are pale purple, clustered, with bud shapes like lamps and umbrella-shaped when in bloom. The flowering period is from May to October. Ceropegia woodii prefers warmth, is not cold-tolerant, and is also shade-tolerant and light-sensitive, avoiding direct strong sunlight. Sandy soil that is loose and has good drainage is suitable for it. It is suitable for hanging at a high place, allowing the vines to hang down naturally, which is highly ornamental and is an excellent choice for gifts between lovers.
Hemionitis arifolia
Hemionitis arifolia, also called Alisma Fern, belongs to the family Gymnogrammitaceae and the genus Hemionitis, a small tropical terrestrial fern. Its leaves are round-ovate or heart-shaped, with fine soft hairs on the surface. The back of old leaves has brown veins. The petioles are slender and the leaves are clustered. Hemionitis arifolia is native to the tropical rainforests, wetlands under the forest and bushes in Southeast Asia. It is also common in Taiwan, Hainan and other places in China. It likes moisture and can tolerate semi-shade. It is suitable for being placed in a well-ventilated, scattered light environment indoors for cultivation. The leaves of Hemionitis arifolia are evergreen throughout the year, symbolizing "May all your wishes come true", and it is a preferred material for making creative bonsai and micro-landscapes.
Caladium bicolor
Caladium bicolor, also known as Fancy Caladium, has been highly sought after by many young people in recent years due to its extremely beautiful leaf colors. Most of its leaves are heart-shaped, with extremely diverse and colorful changes in leaf colors, having clear and eye-catching colored veins or gorgeous and psychedelic colored spots. As its name implies, Caladium bicolor can produce delicate small flowers with just a floating leaf on the water. The green heart-shaped leaves have obvious notches and ripple slightly on the water, giving a refreshing feeling. It is suitable for being planted in a hydroponic or humid environment to add a unique color to the home.
Potted plants with heart-shaped leaves are the gifts of nature to us. They are not only beautiful but also contain rich meanings and emotions. Placing a potted plant with heart-shaped leaves at home can make you feel the warmth and love of nature. I hope the above introduction can help you better understand these beautiful plants and assist you in choosing the green plants you like.