6 Tall Houseplants to Add Beauty and Texture to Any Home – Elevate Your Space Instantly

Tall houseplants lend a certain sense of style to any room and immediately become a focal point. Whether you are going for a tropical look or a serene, calming vibe, tall houseplants can fit the bill.

The care of houseplants varies with the type of plants. Some houseplants require more maintenance than others. If you are contemplating plants that originate in tropical areas, for example, chances are they need a higher humidity level than you have in your home. In that case, add a pebble tray under the container. Be sure to check the plant tag when you purchase a plant for care tips, as well as research the plant.

There are many places to fit a containerized, tall houseplant. Those that prefer or tolerate low light brighten up a dark corner in a room. Towering plants also fit nicely behind a living room chair near a window or in the dining room. Tall houseplants that stand on the floor provide greenery in apartments where there is less room for desks, tables, shelves, or mantels. For a large space that needs filling, start with tall houseplants and add alternating sizes in front of or around the tall plants. Or you can buy a super tall and wide plant such as a split-leaf philodendron.

Tall Indoor Plants

Are you looking for tall, easy-to-grow houseplants to spice up your indoor spaces? There are a number of tall plants that you can grow to give any indoor space a beautiful focal point. Here are some of the best large indoor potted plants that you can grow.

1. Parlor Palm

Parlor palm (Chamaedorea elegans) grows to a height of 4 feet (1.2 m) and is ideal for a north or east facing window. Native to Mexican tropical rainforests, its elegant, light green fronds brighten up any room.

Maintaining a compact shape and easy care, parlor palm is one of the most popular plants for the home or office. It does well in low light conditions and prefers a moist, humusy potting soil. Fertilize about once a month during the growing season, but not during winter. Find a mature parlor palm from Costa Farms on Amazon to instantly add beautiful texture and greenery to your space.

2. Money Tree

Money trees (Pachira aquatica) can grow up to 8 feet (2.4 m) tall as a houseplant and is often sold with twining trunks. It is believed to bring good luck, thus is labeled with the common name “money tree.” It hails from tropical rainforests from Mexico to northern South America. Shiny, green leaf clusters contain 5 to 9 elongated leaflets. Keep the potting soil moist, but do not allow water to remain in the saucer, which can cause root rot.

Money trees prefer a humid environment in typical home or office temperatures. Provide indirect sunlight to prevent leaf burn. Money tree is suitable for a tabletop till it matures tall enough to stand on the floor. Pet-friendly money trees can be purchased from the Plants for Pets store on Amazon.

3. Dragon Tree

The dragon tree (Dracaena reflexa var. angustifolia) originates from Madagascar and surrounding islands. Previously known as Dracaena marginata, the dragon tree can grow up to 6 feet (1.8 m) as a houseplant. Tall stems are punctuated with narrow, spikey leaves at the top. The cultivar ‘Tricolor’ sports white and pink edges on green leaves. ‘Magenta’ is green with magenta-red edges.

Provide the dragon tree bright, indirect light. It is very sensitive to fluoride in the water so use filtered or distilled water. Allow the potting mix to dry between waterings. Leaves, sap, and stems are toxic to humans and animals if ingested. Costa Farms has mature dragon trees available through Amazon.

4. Rubber Plant

Rubber tree plant (Ficus elastica) is an adaptable plant that grows from 6 to 10 feet (1.8 to 3 m) tall. If it starts to get lanky, you can cut it back to create more branching. Rubber plants have large, oval, leathery leaves that, depending on the cultivar, can have tricolor variegation, reddish leaves, or dark leaves with white midribs.

Rubber plants prefer bright light but will adapt to low light (think that corner of the room). Water rubber plants well, then let them drain. Allow the soil to dry somewhat before watering again. Leaves have a sticky white sap that can irritate, so keep them away from children and pets. Find a mature 'Burgundy' rubber tree from Lively root.

5. Variegated Schefflera

Variegated schefflera (Schefflera arboricola ‘Variegata’) is a dwarf form of schefflera with creamy or white variegation that grows from 3 to 6 feet (0.9 to 1.8 m) tall. Shefflera is one of the easiest houseplants to maintain. It is shrubby with umbrella-like clusters of oval, green leaves.

Schefflera prefers medium to bright light but will accept a lower light. Let the soil dry between waterings and fertilize lightly. Avoid hot or cold drafts from vents, which may damage the plant. Find a variegated schefflera from American Plant Exchange store on Amazon.

6. Split-Leaf Philodendron

Split-leaf philodendron (Monstera deliciosa) is for those who have a large space to fill. It can grow up to 8 feet (2.4 m) tall and wide with gigantic, green, split leaves. The common name is philodendron but, rather, it is a perennial vine. Native to Central America, it prefers bright, indirect light, well-drained potting soil, and a balanced fertilizer three or four times a year.

Water thoroughly, then let the water drain. Allow the soil to begin to dry out before watering again. A moss pole will help it to climb upward, and it should send aerial roots out to help it attach. Find a lush and beautiful split-leaf philodendron from Lively Root and prepare to be blown away by its tropical charm.