Light- Dim light.
Water- When watering, make sure the soil is completely moist, and leave the soil to dry out between waterings.
Pet friendly- No. Pets are poisoned by this plant.
Parent level- Beginner.
Pro tip- Chinese evergreens prefer warm temperatures and humidity, so choose a location that provides both.
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Light- Bright, indirect lighting is used.
Water- When the soil is almost entirely dry at the top, water it.
Pet friendly- Yes.
Parent level- Beginner to the intermediate plant parent level.
Pro tip- Wipe away any dust that has gathered on the leaves.
Light- Place it in a well-lit area where to receive indirect illumination throughout the day.
Water- Keep the soil moist, but let it dry out for at least 1 inch before watering again. It necessitates more frequent watering during the summer.
Pet friendly- No. If cats or dogs eat it, they will be poisoned.
Parent level- Intermediate. The fiddle leaf fig has a reputation for being a diva.
Pro tip: This plant enjoys moderate humidity, so a good mist will keep it happy.
Light: Shine a bright light on this one, but not direct sunlight.
Water: Water it once or twice a week (yellow leaves = don't water it). Before watering, allow the soil to dry on top.
Pet friendly- No. If eaten, it is poisonous to both pets and humans.
Parent level- Beginner.
Pro tip- Cut a small notch in the node where the leaf came off if you desire new leaf growth after it has fallen off.
Light- It prefers bright, indirect lighting. Leaves and flowers can be damaged by too much direct light.
Water- Keep the soil wet with water. Allow the soil to dry out further over the winter months before watering.
Pet friendly- No. Fido and felines are both poisoned by this plant.
Parent level- Beginner.
Pro tip- For best results, rotate the plant regularly.
Light- Except for direct sunlight, this plant prefers all types of illumination.
Water- Keep the soil moist yet allow sufficient drainage for the plant. It doesn't like to drink a lot of water.
Pet friendly- Yes.
Parent level- Beginner.
Pro tip- Overwatering is the bamboo palm's death knell. It despises wet soil. The bamboo palm is an excellent choice if you have a history of ignoring plants.
Light- Medium-light is preferred, but bright, indirect light can be tolerated.
Water- Keep the soil moist at all times by watering it.
Pet friendly- No. Cats and dogs are poisoned by this plant.
Parent level- Beginner level.
Pro tip- If you don't have the space to allow this plant to flourish, keep it modest. Cut it down to size.
Light- Give it plenty of strong, indirect light. Keep it out of direct sunlight.
Water- When the soil begins to dry out, water it.
Pet friendly- No. This is a poisonous plant.
Parent level- Beginner.
Pro tip: Wipe the leaves off now and again to remove any dust.
Light- It thrives in a shady environment. Keep out of direct sunlight.
Water- Because it is drought tolerant, water only when the soil begins to dry out.
Pet friendly- No.
parent level- Beginner.
Pro tip- For this small guy, less water is better. Its stem and roots might decay if it receives too much water.
Light- It prefers low light but grows more quickly in medium to bright indirect light.
Water- Keep the soil as dry as possible. You're overwatering if the leaves turn black, and you're underwatering if the leaves turn yellow.
Pet friendly -No. Cats and dogs are poisoned.
Parent level- Beginner.
Pro tip- A pothos can also be draped over a table.
Light- Dim light.
Water- When watering, make sure the soil is completely moist, and leave the soil to dry out between waterings.
Pet friendly- No. Pets are poisoned by this plant.
Parent level- Beginner.
Pro tip- Chinese evergreens prefer warm temperatures and humidity, so choose a location that provides both.
Light- Indirect lighting of the sun.
Water- It can withstand droughts because its leaves store water. Before watering, allow the soil to dry out.
Pet friendly- No. If swallowed, this substance is toxic to pets.
Parent level- Beginner.
Pro tip- If the "bead trails" become too long, you can cut them down.
Light- Bright and indirect sunlight.
Water- It thrives in dry environments, so use it cautiously. Because it dislikes standing water, use a planter with a drainage hole.
Pet friendly- Yes.
Plant level- Beginner.
Pro tip- If your leaves start to turn brown, take them off to keep your plant healthy. Cut off a leaf and separate the gel from the stem to make your aloe gel for your skin.
Light- Dim light.
Water- When watering, make sure the soil is completely moist, and leave the soil to dry out between waterings.
Pet friendly- No. Pets are poisoned by this plant.
Parent level- Beginner.
Pro tip- Chinese evergreens prefer warm temperatures and humidity, so choose a location that provides both.
Light- Dim light.
Water- When watering, make sure the soil is completely moist, and leave the soil to dry out between waterings.
Pet friendly- No. Pets are poisoned by this plant.
Parent level- Beginner.
Pro tip- Chinese evergreens prefer warm temperatures and humidity, so choose a location that provides both.
The Spotted Dove is a medium-sized bird in southern Asia. A coat of light grayish-brown feathers decorates this bird, with a hint of pink and a black collar patch on its neck dotted with white spots.
These doves eat seeds, fruits, and grains but occasionally eat insects and caterpillars for a protein boost.
They are skilled at navigating through the trees, and they build their nests in trees or shrubs, where they usually tuck away two white eggs. Both parents share the duty of incubating these eggs. Once hatched, the fledglings stay around the nest for about 12 to 18 days before launching into the sky to explore the world.
The giant Chinese salamander is a critically endangered salamander species. It is the world’s largest amphibian. Chinese salamanders have an average length of 1 meter and weigh 11 kg. Their bodies are heavily built and flat, with short but sturdy limbs.
They can live for up to 60 years. The conservation status of giant Chinese salamanders is critically endangered. Researchers could only find 24 giant Chinese salamanders in the wild. Excessive hunting by humans caused an alarming decline in their population.
The Chinese Giant Salamander is the world's largest amphibian, found in the streams and lakes of China. It can stretch up to almost 6 feet in length, second only to the largest amphibian which is discussed in the next section.
They are active at night and feed on insects, frogs, crabs, and fish. Sometimes, they resort to cannibalism. Since they have poor eyesight, they have a built-in vibrational sensor called the lateral line system that helps them locate prey and avoid danger.
Interestingly, they make sounds resembling a baby crying, so locals in China call them "baby fish.” Despite this endearing name and their huge size, Chinese Giant Salamanders have the IUCN Critically Endangered status due to habitat destruction and overhunting7.
The Chinese box turtle is also known as the golden-headed turtle. It has a high dome-shaped shell, higher than other turtles with dome-shaped shells. It has a dark brown carapace with creamy yellow markings. Also, each gender has an extension of a yellow line from behind the eyes. The male turtle has a broader tail than its female counterpart.
This turtle is endemic to Central China5. You will find it in the wild in Hunan, Chongqing, Henan, Anhui, eastern Sichuan, and along the Yangtze drainage. It's also present in Taiwan and Japan.
Stick insects, also known as leaf insects or ghost insects, are some of the largest insects in the world, consisting of about 3,000 species. They are also some of the longest ones in the order Phasmatodea.
The longest stick insect belongs to the genus Phobaeticus, including the species Phobaeticus serratipes and Phobaeticus chani, each with a body length of up to 21 in.
However, the world’s longest insect record belongs to a newly discovered species called the Phryganistria chinensis. This stick insect has a body length measuring 25 in. It was found and bred at the Insect Museum of West China.
This big insect has a flat tubular appearance resembling a stick. It can easily hide from predators by blending into branches and leaves. The stick insect can play dead on tree branches to defend itself until the predator loses interest. It may even lose a leg to escape predators and regenerate it later.
The Chinese mantis is a praying mantis species native to China and other parts of Asia. It has a long, slender body appearing in brown and green colors. It is longer than most praying mantises and grows between 2.75 and 4 in long.
The Chinese mantis is a carnivore and can tackle and eat large insects, including grasshoppers, crickets, cockroaches, moths, and spiders.
An illustration of an otherworldly creature, possessing a head that resembles a primate skull in place of a traditional anthropoid face. This unusual being is also depicted holding a machine gun in appendages that look remarkably similar to monkey hands.
Create a digital painting of a young Hispanic girl dressed in unique steampunk accessories, like gears and cogs, standing staunchly in front of a grand steam-powered machine. The image should be in a classic sepia tone to add a touch of nostalgia. Emphasize dramatic lighting and noticeable shadows for an air of intrigue. The artistic style should follow exquisite Victorian aesthetics, showcasing intricate details and wealthy textures. This composition aims to celebrate the essence of the steampunk genre, blending features of technology, exploration, and the Victorian era.
Often confused for a hydrangea, Chinese snowball viburnum (Viburnum macrocephalum) is a showstopper in the front yard. "In late spring, large white flowers cover the plants so long as they are not in too much shade," says Roethling. "Some re-flowering can occur in fall. The flowers come out green and, when fully open, brighten to a giant white, snowball-like inflorescence." This tree variety does well with pruning should it begin to outgrow its space.
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