10 Indoor Plants That Change Color
07.08.2024 - 14:15
/ balconygardenweb.com
/ Editorial Team
Did you know some house plants have foliage that morphs hues, while others have flowers that change color? Let’s explore these plants so you may select your favorite picks to liven up your home!
Just like our skin, plants have pigments that give them their color. The main ones are chlorophyll for green, anthocyanins that give red, purple, and blue, and carotenoids and flavonoids for orange and yellow.
When a plant is young or in stress, it might make less chlorophyll, letting other pigments show through, thus displaying different colors. Light, temperature, and even soil pH can affect the pigments in a plant and, therefore, its hue.
This color change can help it attract pollinators, protect itself from harsh sunlight, or even signal danger to other plants. Let’s take a look!
Botanical Name: Codiaeum variegatum
Crotons are known for their beautiful and colorful leaves, but the standout is the different colors and patterns in their leaves. From yellow and green to purple and white or even deep shades of red, this plant is treasured for its varied hues.
However, you may find that its tropical-looking leaves sometimes fade and lose their brightness. This is because crotons love warmth and long hours of indirect sun. No light or exposure to direct, harsh sunlight and cold can cause its leaves to change colors.
Botanical Name: Begonia
Many begonia varieties are known to change colors due to the soil pH and sunlight. If the soil is acidic, your begonia will have brighter shades of red, but the leaves will turn purple if it’s alkaline. And without ample sunshine, its leaves may even turn pink!
Botanical Name: Hypoestes phyllostachya
These tropical plants have brightly colored spotted leaves with splashes of pink, red, white, and lime