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Drop-Dead Gorgeous Tricolor Houseplants

7 Tricolor Houseplants



 If your home is already full of traditional plants whose leaves are too dull to look at, you should consider colorful plants that have different colors in their foliage. Also very attractive are tricolor houseplants. Tricolor houseplants are an easy way to enhance your indoor greenery. They provide the same freshness and vitality as a stationary plant while adding a splash of color. Warm up a space with red and pink accented foliage, or go cool and contemporary with purple-tinged plants. With various leaf shapes and plant sizes, your ideal home is ready to have a tricolor plant for every area of the home.


1. Candy Cane Plant



The plant, which gets its name from the fuzzy stripes on its leaves, might make you think of holiday candy. You can find variants with dazzling red highlights or full red leaves, but most versions have contrasting shades of green and beautiful yellow edges. The plant does well in a variety of environments, including full sun and moderate shade; Bright leaves grow in a sunny location.


2. Cleopatra Snake Plant


If you want the amazing look of the Cleopatra snake plant, be prepared to visit many nurseries as this plant is hard to find. The beautiful, intricate leaf design adds depth and texture to any space, and the unique rosette-style leaf structure sets it apart from other plants. The Cleopatra snake plant is suitable for apartments because of its slow growth.


3. Chinese Evergreen Tricolor



One of the most interesting multicolored plants available is the Chinese Evergreen. The leaves have an interesting camouflage-like pattern and three different colors. Some varieties come in dark, light, and pink, while others come in three different shades of green. Since it doesn't need direct sunlight, it's a great option for a space with little natural light.


4. Corona Tricolor


Calathea Roseopicta is one of those plants that will dazzle your visitors with excitement. It's a striking addition to a plant stand with its deep green leaves and high-contrast green and pink design. Glossy leaves shine brightly. The best part is that this plant does not require direct sunlight. Instead, it enjoys strong and indirect light indoors.


5. Gingerland



Because of the design of the leaves, the ginger plant is also known as angel wings. Each leaf is beautiful and delicate, with two distinct lobes and a long, graceful point. Most caladium plants have a striking color pattern with intense red highlights, soft green cores, and dark green edges.


6. Bolero Tricolor


Each leaf of the Bolero Tricolor is beautiful with its vivid yellow, purple, and green colors. The leaves are broad and tall, giving the plant a lush look that's perfect for a modern or boho-chic setting. Use one plant or group several pots together to create a small indoor jungle.


7. Lawrence Rainbow Croton



A good option is Lawrence Rainbow Growton. It has long, slender leaves that grow vertically, giving it a tree-like appearance. The most attractive feature of this plant is its color. Green leaves with vivid colors of orange, yellow, and red. Place this plant in strong, direct sunlight for brighter hues.

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