The activity of maintaining ornamental plants is one of the activities that many people are interested in during the Covid 19 pandemic. This hobby of caring for and collecting ornamental plants seems to continue in 2022.

According to floraldaily.com, a study conducted by the Floral Marketing Fund states that plant purchases are unlikely to decline. Plants play a role in making the room more beautiful, attractive, fresh and support mental health and fitness. People who have “fallen in love” with certain ornamental plants are even willing to pay a high price. Even during the new normal, ornamental plants will continue to be in demand.

Several observers and plant stylists (from the thespruce.com and architeruraldigest.com pages) predict that the trend of ornamental plants in 2022 will still revolve around the Araceae plant group (including the Alocasia species, Aglaonema Epipremnum, Monsteram, Philodendron, Rhapidhopora), including rare species. and the variegata.

Plants with red, purple and pink variegata leaves, such as Peperomia caperata “Schumi Red”, Costus erythrophylus, Begonia spp, Aglaonema spp will also be in great demand. In addition, vines, such as Rhaphidhopora tetrasperma, Hoya ; colorful flowering plants such as orchids and plants with little or no maintenance such as cacti and succulents as well as Sansevieria spp, Zamioculcas (ZZ plant) and Epipremnum spp (pothos).

Ornamental plants with a variety of leaf shapes, unique textures, sizes and colors as well as beautiful flowers make our homes feel more alive and fun. What kind of houseplants will you have this year?