Houseplant
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A houseplant is a plant that is grown indoors in places such as residences and offices. Houseplants are commonly grown for decorative purposes and health reasons such as indoor air purification. Plants used in this fashion are most commonly, though not always, tropical or semi-tropical.
Alternative grow methods
Aside from traditional soil mixtures, media such as expanded clay may be employed in hydroculture in which the plant is grown in a water and nutrient solution. This technique has a number of benefits, including sterile, odorless, reusable, and more hygienic media. Habitat for soil-bound pests is also eliminated, and the plant's water supply is less variable. However, some plants do not grow well in this technique, and media is often difficult to find in some parts of the world, such as North America, where hydroponics and specifically hydroculture is not as well-known or widespread.
References
- Indoor Plants - Soil Mixes, HGIC (Home & Garden Information Center) 1456, Clemson University Cooperative Extension Service
- Potting Mixes for Certified Organic Production, National Sustainable Agriculture Information Service
External links
- Plants Poisonous to Cats, The Cat Fanciers' Association
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Related articles
Caring for a houseplant | List of common houseplants | horticulture
