“This vining, epiphytic, highly-sought-after species can be trained to grow up, rooting into a moist surface, or simply allowed to cascade out of a pot or hanging basket,” notes Jayson Opgenorth, director of horticulture for LiveTrends Design Group. He adds, “Brandi is a great ’learner plant’ that tolerates a wide range of growing conditions, allowing you to test and trial different light and care conditions.” Care Tips:

Light: Bright, indirect sunlight Soil: Well-draining soil Water: Keep moist but not wet; mist often Temperature: 65 to 85 degrees Fahrenheit Humidity: 50 to 60%

“As this plant thrives in humidity, it’s considered high-maintenance. However, with great care, this plant will reward you with stunning leaves,” says Carrie Waggoner, the experiential and workshops manager at Flowers for Dreams. “It can sometimes be hard to find, as it’s not available all year. Keep your eye out at home improvement stores, and if you see it in a shop, snap it up!” Care Tips:

Light: Bright, indirect sunlight Soil: Light potting soil or sandy loam Water: Allow to dry completely, then soak; don’t mist Temperature: 70 to 80 degrees Fahrenheit Humidity: 20 to 50%

There’s the ‘Dragon Scale’ alocasia with its almost turtle-like design, the ‘Gray Dragon’ with its silvery hue, and the ‘Purple Sword’ with its narrow, deep green leaves. All are worthy of any plant collection, says Benjamin Futa, CEO of The Botany Shop. However, one of his favorites for 2022 is the Black Velvet variety, which features saturated green leaves and contrasted white veining. He says, “It’s one of the most popular at the moment, and can be found in plant shops, nurseries, and online platforms like Etsy. Care Tips:

Light: Bright, indirect sunlight Soil: Coarse, well-draining Water: Keep moist but not soaked; mist occasionally Temperature: 55 to 85 degrees Fahrenheit Humidity: 60 to 75%`

“Some distinctive characteristics are its bronze-colored new foliage and beefy, above-soil structural roots,” Opgenorth says. “A superbum is a slow-growing species and is endangered in its native habitat, so verify it is not collected from the wild and grow one yourself to keep the genetics alive,” he adds. Care Tips:

Light: Bright, indirect sunlight Soil: Light, well-draining soilWater: Keep moist but not soaked; mist often Temperature: 70 to 90 degrees FahrenheitHumidity: 65 to 80%

“Ficus Audrey has deep green, oval-shaped leaves with dramatic yellow veins. In nature, these plants grow into tall banyan figs with impressive root systems and hanging aerial roots,” Waggoner notes. “While ficus lyrata is known to be fussy, Audrey, in contrast, is more tolerant and easier to care for.” Care Tips:

Light: Bright, indirect sunlight Soil: Light, well-draining soilWater: Keep moist but not soaked; mist oftenTemperature: 65 and 80 degrees FahrenheitHumidity: 40 to 60%

“Native to the humid rainforests of Southeastern Asia, its beautifully mottled yellow to dark green foliage provide a fantastic show. And the almost leathery feel of the foliage speaks to its durability,” Opgenorth says. Care Tips:

Light: Bright, indirect light Soil: Light well-draining soil Water: Keep moist but not soaked; mist often Temperature: 60 to 90 degrees Fahrenheit Humidity: 50 to 70%

Like some of the other popular houseplants on this list, the hoya kerrii can be tricky to find at big-box stores. However, Waggoner says you’ll likely have good luck looking at boutique plant shops or on Etsy. Care Tips:

Light: Bright, indirect light Soil: Airy, well-draining soil Water: Allow to dry completely, then soak; mist occasionally Temperature: 60 to 80 degrees FahrenheitHumidity: 40 to 70%