These indoor trees are perfect for adding an architectural element to any room.

Give it a try inyour living room, bedroom, or office.

Over time, the trunk thickens and becomes more interesting and textural.

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The shiny, hand-shape leaves of this native of Mexico and South Americaadd a tropical feelto any decor.

Weeping fig is available in almost any height; justkeep it prunedto fit your decor.

It might also naturally drop a few leaves in the fall, due to lowering light levels.

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That’s because thiseasy-care houseplantstores moisture in its bulbous base, so it can go weeks without being watered.

It develops thick, cane-like stems as it grows.

This impressive tree produces masses of gigantic, dark green, and waxy violin-shape leaves.

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It’s the perfect indoor tree for large living rooms or entries.

You’ll love its broad, dark-green fronds that add elegance to any room.

In general, they cost a bit more than other palms, but they’re worth the extra expense.

Weeping Fig

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A desert native, it’s the perfecthouseplant for forgetful owners.

This handsome plant has bright green, sword-shape leaves on a thick, woody trunk.

It develops handsome, bright green orvariegated hand-shape foliageon graceful, upright branches.

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Available in standard and dwarf forms, there’s a schefflera to fit any size room.

In darker conditions, it might get leggy and need some pruning to keep it compact.

Inspect your plants every few weeks for pests such as spider mites, mealy bugs, or scale.

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Norfolk Island pine is a slow grower that develops soft, dark green needles along its horizontal branches.

Over time, the lower branches might die back.

Thesepopular plantsoffer both style and grace in one package, producing elegant, arching fronds ofbright green foliage.

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Majesty palms especially enjoy a humid atmosphere, so they’reperfect for a bathroom.

Over time, this plant grows wider, so you might need to repot every few years.

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Kentia Palm

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yucca cane plant

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schefflera actinophylla amate house plant

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Fishtail palm leaf

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potted majesty palm

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Lady Palm

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