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Ideally, you should plant them in rich, moist soil loaded with organic matter, so you should consider composting. These plants also require partial or full shade, so keep them out of direct sunlight. 10. Common Rhubarb ( Rheum rhabarbarum) Heliconia is a genus of exotic flowering plants native to tropical rainforests. The tropical plants are characterized by large banana-like leaves growing between 6” and 10 ft. (15 cm – 3 m) tall on sturdy stems. Another exotic feature of Heliconia plants is the flowers that resemble a bird’s beak—like the bird of paradise flowers. Choose a location in your home that receives bright, indirect light and allow the top inch or two of soil to dry between waterings. Viburnum× burkwoodii, V. × hilleri 'Winton' AGM, V. rhytidophylloides 'Willowood', V. tinus– fragrant flowers 5. Ultimately exceeding 4m (12ft) under most conditions Skimmia × confusa 'Kew Green' (m) AGM: (e) large clusters of fragrant creamy-white flowers in dense conical panicles in spring. Height 1.2m (4ft). Spread 1.5m (5ft).

Whorled Leaves

The large palmate foliage grows up to 2-3 feet across. It grows up to an impressive height of 10-15 feet and looks great in small gardens. 19. Swiss Cheese Plant realtropicals Mulleins exhibit 12-16 inches long gray-green leaves. Its variety, ‘Arctic Summer,’ grows up to 7-8 feet tall. This drought-tolerant evergreen perennial prefer dry or gravelly soil. 3. Umbrella Plant Cast iron plant features large green leaves suited to a visible area of your living room, dining, or sitting room. It can reach about 3 feet tall. Dumb cane plants also go by the name of Leopard Lily. Some cultivars have enormous, variegated leaves up to 24” (60 cm) wide. Gaultheria mucronata (syn. Pernettya mucronata) (male and female plants are needed to ensure females produce berries) – acid soil

A great indoor houseplant option if you live in a big city or polluted environment, Calathea Orbifolia is a purifying houseplant that removes toxins from the air. The plant prefers loose and fertile soil that is rich in organic matter. It requires plenty of moisture, so be prepared for a busy watering schedule. It will grow best in full sun but can easily tolerate shady conditions. 16. Canna Lilies ( Canna indica) Bird of paradise plants are ideal for growing in a bright corner of a room or conservatory. The indoor varieties of tropical Strelitzia plants grow up to 5 ft. (2.1 m) tall and wide. For a dazzling tropical plant, look for a variegated bird of paradise plant.The swiss cheese plant is one of the most unique large leaf plants you can grow. As the name suggests, the leaves have small circular holes reminiscent of Swiss cheese. Apart from their enormous leaves, plants with big leaves can also brighten up a garden space. They give the landscape a different look and help to fill up a little bit of needless, empty spaces. Some leaves also have medicinal uses, for example the leaves of the snapdragon plant are used to reduce fever and inflammation. Names of exotic Ti plant cultivars with stunning foliage include Rubra Cordyline ( Cordyline fruticosa ‘Rubra’), Cordyline fruticosa ‘Firebrand,’ and Cordyline fruticosa ‘Lilinoe.’ The philodendron Xanadu specie features unique big, leathery, lobed leaves, making it a perfect option as a central piece of any room. The more the plant gets established, the more intricate its leaves grow alongside giant lobes.

This plant produces tall, white flowers during the summer months, but its large, green leaves catch the eye throughout the year. C. 'Ruby Wedding' AGM: (*) (e) (w) bright red flowers in spring. Height 1.5m (5ft). Spread 1.5m (5ft). A suitable soil test ( RHS Soil Analysis Service) will help identify the soil texture and acidity or alkalinity which will influence the range of suitable plants. Acid-loving or ericaceous shrubs grow best in a pH range of 4-6, and ideally pH 5-5.5.

Alternate Leaves

Daphne bholua ‘Jacqueline Postill’ AGM: (e) dark leathery leaves and very fragrant white flowers, purple-pink in bud, borne in late winter-early spring. Height 2-2.5m (6½-8ft). Spread 1.5m (5ft). Leaves come in all different shapes and sizes. They all have the same basic setup. All leaves are used for photosynthesising in a plant, and that feeds the plant. You've got the midrib, and the veins, and the edge, and the leaf stem, which is called the petiole. Hypericum × hidcoteense ‘Hidcote’ AGM: (e) dark green leaves, cup-shaped golden-yellow flowers. Height 1.2m (4ft). Spread 1.5m (5ft). This little shrub or small tree has glossy and large foliage that makes quite a bold tropical impression. It grows best in bright but indirect light. 24. Velvety Anthurium

Canna lilies are beautiful green or variegated leafy tropical plants with colorful exotic flowers. Large leaf blades grow between 12” and 24” (30 – 60 cm) and up to 8” (20 cm) wide. The tropical leaves grow on arching stems that grow between 1.5 and 8 ft. (0.5 – 2.5 m) tall. Plants with big leaves make great lush foliage addition to indoor environments. Tropical large-leafed house plants generally thrive indoors.At maturity, a bird of paradise grown indoors can reach up to six to seven feet tall and four feet wide. Be aware, however, that this plant is toxic to humans , cats, dogs, and horses. There are many reasons for owning houseplants. They are air purifying, relaxing to look at, and create a nice focal point in any room. I like a mix of leaves and textures for my houseplants. L. pileata: (e) dark glossy green leaves and in late spring tiny white flowers followed by violet-purple berries. Height 60cm (2ft). Spread 2-2.m (6½-8ft). Arctostaphylos uva-ursi ‘Vancouver Jade’: (*) (e) small, glossy, dark green leaves and small racemes of pink flowers in summer then red berries. Height 15cm (6in). Spread 45cm (18in) or more. Dieffenbachia, o therwise known as a dumb cane , these plants have large waxy leaves. They are a pretty mix of yellow, white, and green. They are low maintenance, making them a perfect addition to any office or room with filtered, indirect light.