A Feast for the Eyes: 22 Stunning Photos of Houseplants (23 photos)
Growing a gorgeous houseplant on your windowsill is easier said than done. Unlike weeds that happily push through asphalt, indoor plants can be notoriously fussy. And if you actually manage to get one to bloom—that is a true badge of honor. 
The internet is full of vibrant plant care communities, and one of the largest on Reddit is r/houseplants, boasting over 900,000 members. Here are some of the most impressive photos proud plant parents have shared of their beloved green companions. 
With proper care, a Phalaenopsis orchid will reward you with long-lasting blooms. 
“Me and my Philodendron ‘Prince of Orange.’” 
Dioon edule (chestnut cycad) is one of the oldest seed plant species on Earth, having survived since before the dinosaurs. 
A blooming 75-year-old holiday cactus (Schlumbergera). 
“My Echeveria showing me some love.” 
Part of the family for over 50 years. 
Indoor gardening taken to the next level. 
“Update on my Alocasia Dragon Scale: after pushing out two green leaves, it put out a completely white one!” 
“Bought this grocery store orchid for my grandma three years ago for Mother’s Day. It currently has 45 blooms.” 
“A 35-year-old Euphorbia acrurensis thriving in my uncle’s living room.” 
“My Peperomia letting me know it appreciates the love.” 
“The Creation of Adam,” Michelangelo, c. 1508–1512. 
“I planted this last year and look how much it’s grown! A pitcher pouring out a string of pearls.” 
Everything about this photo is perfection—the purple Oxalis and the cat. 
“My favorite indoor garden oasis.” 
“My fiancée asked me to snap a picture of her Philodendron ‘Prince of Orange’ flowering.” 
A balcony adorned with cascading Sedum morganianum (commonly known as burro’s tail). 
“My oldest houseplant: a ten-year-old Texas ebony (Ebenopsis ebano).” 
A burro’s tail succulent in full bloom. 
“I told her she could be anything she wanted, so she became a spine. Follow your anatomical dreams, sweet little jade plant!” 
“I was over the moon when my Huernia zebrina bloomed!” 
“I think my banana plant is going to need higher ceilings soon.”
