Plant Encyclopedia

The Botanix botanical encyclopedia: species sheets, categories, common problems and care guides. Recognition, diagnosis and personalised reminders.

Categories

  • Indoor Plants — The best plants to bring life to your home, office and apartment.
  • Outdoor Plants — Hardy plants for gardens, terraces and borders.
  • Balcony Plants — Compact, colorful and perfect for urban spaces.
  • Herbs — Basil, rosemary, mint and every aromatic to grow at home.
  • Succulents — Fleshy leaves, low water needs, huge personality.
  • Cacti — Spiny architectures that live on sun.
  • Orchids — Elegant blooms, aerial roots, precise care.
  • Tropical Plants — Giant leaves, high humidity, jungle vibes.
  • Trees — Great protagonists of gardens and parks.
  • Shrubs — Structure, hedges and long-lasting blooms.
  • Flowers — The color that makes every green space alive.
  • Vegetables — From garden to table, a genuine harvest.
  • Fruit Plants — Trees and shrubs that deliver real fruit.
  • Climbers — Vertical green coverage, indoors and out.
  • Pet Friendly Plants — Safe for cats, dogs and small pets.
  • Toxic Plants — Beautiful, but handle with care.
  • Beginner Plants — Start green without fear of failing.
  • Low Light Plants — Green for dim rooms and shady corners.
  • Air Purifying Plants — Reduce indoor VOCs and improve air quality.
  • Fast Growing Plants — Visible results in just weeks.
  • Rare Plants — Collector pieces for true enthusiasts.

Plants

Problems

  • Yellow leaves — Yellowing leaves are the most common signal of water or nutrient imbalance.
  • Brown leaves — Brown tips and edges point to water stress or air that’s too dry.
  • Root rot — The most common cause of houseplant death.
  • Spider mites — Tiny mites that spin fine webbing and suck sap.
  • Scale insects — Small brown or cottony shields on stems and leaves.
  • Drooping leaves — Lost turgor: too much or too little water, or thermal shock.
  • Curled leaves — The plant defends itself from thirst, strong light or pests.
  • Powdery mildew — White powdery coating on leaves, common in greenhouses and autumn.

Care

  • Watering — When, how much and how to water without mistakes.
  • Light — The fundamental resource of photosynthesis.
  • Repotting — How and when to repot without stressing the plant.
  • Pruning — Targeted cuts for compact, healthy growth.
  • Fertilizing — NPK, micronutrients and correct frequency.
  • Propagation — Cuttings, division, air-layering: the magic of new plants.
  • Humidity — Air humidity matters almost as much as pot water.
  • Winter care — Protecting plants through dormancy.

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