Pronounced (schef-lera el-e-gan-tiss-i-ma)
Fast facts:

• Schefflera genus is comprised of tropical evergreen shrubs and small trees and known colloquially as 'umbrella trees'
• Schefflera elegantissima has also been categorized as 'Plerandra elegantissima' or 'Dizygotheca elegantissima', and it seems all genus names may be used interchangeably
• Common name is 'false aralia' or 'spider aralia'
• Native to New Caledonia and hardy zones 10-12

With eye-catching foliage, Schefflera elegantissima has easily become a shop favorite. Though there are no cultivars or varieties of this species rather, foliage will differ depending on maturity of the plant. Juvenile plants will have more textured leaves while adult specimen with have deeper lobes, a mature specimen is pictured above. In your home, false aralia's will prefer bright and indirect light, and prefer to have some air circulation, as well as good drainage in their planting mediums. It likes to be moist but not soggy, so a blend of perlite and peat moss can make a good baseline for planting, ensuring humidity will also help to ensure a happy houseplant. Leaf drop will occur with these plants if they are not receiving frequent enough waterings, so be sure the soil does not dry too much in between waterings. These plants are not pest tolerant, and it is important to check in with them frequently, especially in winter, to catch an infestation early. Feeding needs are on the lighter side, and the false aralia can be fed with a gentle fertilizer 1-3 times during the planting season. Though slow growing, these houseplants will reach 5-8 feet in height with maturity. 

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Pronounced (pep-er-ROH-mee-a gra-vee-OH-lens)
Fast facts:

• ​commonly known as 'ruby peperomia' or 'ruby glow'
• non-toxic to pets
• semi-succulent
• native to Ecuador

An easy to care for houseplant we love, Peperomia graveolens is a small succulent shrub growing up to 10" in height. Preferring bright indirect light, it is an excellent choice to sit in the sill of an East or North window, or set back from a West or South window. Leaves are V-shaped with green tops and wine red undersides and stems. This specimen has low watering needs, the soil must dry out in between waterings, and we'd recommend planting in a well-draining soil blend, such as a cactus or succulent mix. If leggy, tops can be pinched off to encourage branching and a denser growth habit. Blooms are long lasting and  emerge as long tendrils from the main growing stems of the plant with a red stem and creamy white to light green flower, deadhead when desired. A great selection for the individual looking to add some low maintenance color in their home or office environment!

Pronounced (poly-poh-dee-uhm  oar-ee-uhm)
Fast facts:

• name Polypodium is derived from Greek, means 'many little feet'
• also known as 'Phlebodium aureum'
• in nature are terrestrial or epiphytic ferns 
• rhizomatous growth habit & rhizomes are covered in numerous golden scales
• various common names such as 'bear paw fern', 'gold foot fern', and 'blue star fern'

A popular houseplant, this blue-green fern changes dramatically in size once it matures maxing out at 12-50" in height with a 4-20" spread. An excellent choice for those with North or East facing light in their homes, though will work in most light aside from direct or scorching light. We recommend planting in 1 part potting mix to 1 part epiphytic mix, such as orchid bark, moss, etc. In nature this fern is both terrestrial and epiphytic and will prefer a richer soil as such. A shallow and wide container is preferred over a deep and narrow pot so that the rhizomes have enough space to spread. Watering should be tailored so that the soil is moist but not wet, with no sitting water, misting with water is appreciated but not necessary. In time fronds will grow larger and more lobed as the plant matures. Fertilizer is not necessary, but a diluted fertilizer can be applied during summer growing season, take care to not overload the plant.