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 Many houseplants come from jungle regions where the tree canopy constantly filters sunlight. However, some plants, especially those native to South Africa and Australia, need ample sunshine to thrive. You can transform a bright room with a pretty planter and one of these houseplants that crave the sun's rays.  Aloe Vera (Aloe barbadensis) Add to your first aid arsenal with a low-maintenance aloe vera plant. The sap provides ready relief for minor cuts and burns, and plants are easy to propagate by repotting the pups.2 Plant your aloe vera in a heavy terra cotta pot that will both support the top-heavy growth, and encourage air circulation. You can also mound soil around the stem to provide support for flopping plants.  Light: Full sun; tolerates filtered sun Water: Keep evenly moist; do not overwater; provide good drainage; tolerates drought Jade Plant (Crassula argentea) With its sturdy stems and interesting, fleshy leaves, jade plants have endured as popular houseplant...

 Few houseplants are better for novice indoor gardeners than hardy, low-maintenance cactus plants. Overall, the needs of cactus plants are simple: warm temperatures, bright light, and minimal water, although there are a few exceptions. Best of all, many varieties will reward proper care by blooming with cheery, brightly colored flowers. Here are some of our favorite indoor cactus plants to add to your collection. And note: because many of these plants have sharp, painful spines, it's best to keep them far away from kids and pets and wear protective gear or use tongs when handling them directly. Saguaro Cactus Botanical Name: Carnegiea gigantea Sun Exposure: Full sun Soil Type: Succulent soil or cactus mix Soil pH: 5.0-6.5 This is the iconic cactus we picture when we imagine Southwest desert landscapes. With the proper care, you can enjoy them for many years to come. Water your saguaro sparingly—once per month, allowing the soil to fully dry out between waterings—and give it as much...

  No design element makes a statement in your home quite like a tall, lush potted plant. Tall indoor plants can serve as the focal point for a room, add a   pop of verdant color , and lend a tropical,   jungle-like vibe   to a space. Whether you’re looking for   a towering indoor tree   or a more compact specimen that can add dramatic height to a smaller space, there’s a tall houseplant to fit your needs. Read on for favorite tall indoor floor plants that can grow to great heights in your home. 1-Fiddle-Leaf Fig Botanical Name:   Ficus lyrata Sun Exposure:  Bright, indirect light, and some direct sun Soil Type:  Well-draining indoor potting mix Soil pH:  6.0 to 7.0 There’s a reason this trendy ficus is so sought after, even years after it first became all the rage. With their attractive, deep-green foliage and ability to grow eight to 10 feet tall, fiddle-leaf figs simply demand attention. These plants need lots of bright light...