5 Indoor Plants that Change Colours

May 28, 2024, 10:17 IST

Riya Teotia

Indoor plants that change colours can add a dynamic and visually striking element to your home decor.

Coleus (Plectranthus scutellarioides)

Known for their vibrant and varied foliage, coleus plants can display multiple colours, including green, red, yellow, and purple. Their colours can change based on the amount of light they receive.

Caladium

These plants are famous for their heart-shaped leaves that come in a variety of colours, such as red, pink, white, and green. The colours can intensify or change depending on the light and season.

Croton (Codiaeum variegatum)

Crotons are well-known for their colourful, leathery leaves that can vary from yellow, orange, and red to purple and green. Changes in temperature, light, and watering can affect the intensity of their colours.

Stromanthe Triostar (Stromanthe sanguinea)

This plant features leaves with a striking combination of green, white, and pink. The colours can change slightly depending on the light levels and the age of the leaves.

Prayer Plant (Maranta leuconeura)

This plant has leaves with intricate patterns of green, red, and purple. The leaves fold up at night (hence the name ‘prayer plant’), revealing different colour patterns.

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