Common varieties of lotus palm

1. Large-leaf lotus palm

Its origin is Tenerife. The stem has relatively few branches. The plant can generally grow to 1 meter in height, and the width of the rosette can reach 30 centimeters. It is a big guy among the lotus palms. Its leaves are spoon-shaped with obvious red or purple edges. The flower color is white to light pink. Because of its large leaf disk and beautiful leaf color, it is loved by many people. Everyone likes to use it as an ornamental foliage plant at home. When more plants need to be planted, they can be propagated by cuttings. However, for its young plants, they may have fewer branches, so they can also be propagated by sowing.

2. Red and Green Lotus Palm

It is native to the Canary Islands. It has many branches and can grow to a height of 25 cm to 50 cm. Its leaves are obovate, 2.5 cm to 5 cm long, blue-green in color, with reddish-brown edges. The flowers are light yellow, sometimes with a blush, which is very unique. It likes an environment with good light and requires soil with good drainage. It is usually made into potted plants and placed in the home for decoration, and it is also very ornamental.

3. Black Mage

It is a relatively special variety that does not exist in nature. Its leaves are neatly arranged like a rosette, and its color is black, so it always makes people feel very solemn and mysterious, and it has a very high ornamental value! The entire plant grows upright and can reach a height of about one meter. It has many branches, the stem is light brown in color, the leaves are relatively thin, and the length is between 5 and 7 centimeters. There is a small tip on the top. The flowers are yellow in color. After flowering, the plant usually dies. It is very suitable for placing at home!

4. Qingsheng Brocade

Its origin is also in the Canary Islands. The plant has many branches. The color in the middle of the leaves is a mixture of light green and apricot yellow. There will be red patches on the edges and small hairy serrations. If it is grown outdoors, if the temperature difference is large, the color of its leaves will change from golden yellow to red. It is colorful and very beautiful. It is usually used to decorate coffee tables and desks, and the effect is very good!

That’s all for today. You can study other types of lotus palms in your spare time!