The most beautiful large houseplants are real eye-catchers in any home. With their impressive leaves, distinctive growth habits and natural appearance, they instantly add more atmosphere to a living room, office or bedroom. Whether you love tropical plants or prefer a calm, modern interior, there is always a large houseplant that suits your home.
At Olivera Garden, you will find an extensive range of houseplants in a variety of types and sizes. But which large plants are actually the most beautiful for your living room? And which varieties suit your available space and the amount of natural light?
In this article, you will discover the 15 most beautiful large houseplants. We compare their appearance, placement and care, so you can more easily choose a plant that suits your interior.
The 15 most beautiful large houseplants at a glance
| Houseplant | Placement | Care |
|---|---|---|
| Monstera deliciosa | Light, indirect sunlight | Easy |
| Strelitzia nicolai | Lots of light | Moderate |
| Ficus lyrata | Light, indirect sunlight | Moderate |
| Kentia palm | Partial shade to light | Easy |
| Areca palm | Light, indirect sunlight | Moderate |
| Alocasia | Lots of indirect light | Moderate |
| Ficus elastica | Light to partial shade | Easy |
| Dracaena | Light to partial shade | Easy |
| Yucca elephantipes | Lots of light | Easy |
| Banana plant | Lots of light | Moderate |
| Schefflera | Light, indirect sunlight | Easy |
| Philodendron | Light, indirect sunlight | Moderate |
| Pachira aquatica | Light, indirect sunlight | Easy |
| Rhapis excelsa | Partial shade to light | Easy |
| Polyscias fabian | Light, indirect sunlight | Moderate |
Which plant suits you best depends mainly on the amount of natural light, available space and the level of care you want to provide.
Why are large houseplants so popular in homes?
The most beautiful large houseplants combine a distinctive appearance with a placement that suits your home.
A large houseplant can transform an empty corner into an atmospheric space. Impressive plants are particularly well suited to living rooms with high ceilings or large windows.
In addition, large green leaves create a natural look. You can combine different leaf textures or use one striking plant as an eye-catcher.
Want to add more greenery to your interior? Browse the extensive indoor range at Olivera Garden and discover plants in a variety of types and sizes.
1. Monstera deliciosa – the popular Swiss cheese plant
The Monstera deliciosa is one of the best-known large houseplants. Its large, split leaves give any space a tropical look.
With enough light and a sturdy moss pole, this plant can reach impressive sizes. It is best placed in a bright spot away from harsh afternoon sun.
2. Strelitzia nicolai – tropical eye-catcher
The Strelitzia nicolai is known for its large, banana-like leaves and upright growth. This makes it a beautiful plant for spacious living rooms.
This tropical houseplant loves plenty of natural light and needs enough space to develop its leaves.
3. Ficus lyrata – the fiddle-leaf fig
You will recognize the Ficus lyrata by its large, leathery leaves with a distinctive shape.
This elegant houseplant is perfect for modern interiors. Place it in a bright spot and avoid major changes in temperature or watering.
4. Kentia palm – elegant house palm
The Kentia palm has long, graceful leaves that give it a calm and natural appearance.
This palm grows relatively slowly and tolerates less light than many other tropical houseplants. This makes it suitable for various places in the home.
Do you have a living room with less direct sunlight? Browse our shade plants and discover which varieties are suitable for places with less light.
5. Areca palm – full tropical palm
The Areca palm has several graceful stems and a full crown of fine, feathery leaves.
This large houseplant looks beautiful in a spacious living room. Provide plenty of indirect natural light and prevent the potting soil from drying out for extended periods.
6. Alocasia – impressive elephant ear
The Alocasia immediately stands out with its large, distinctly shaped leaves. Some varieties have dark green leaves with light veins.
This tropical plant loves warmth, plenty of light and relatively high humidity. Avoid cold drafts and keeping the roots wet for extended periods.
7. Ficus elastica – sturdy rubber plant
The Ficus elastica has sturdy, glossy leaves and grows into an impressive houseplant under good conditions.
This variety is relatively easy to care for. It loves a bright spot and can dry out slightly between waterings.
Looking for a green eye-catcher that does not require too much care? Browse our easy houseplants for more low-maintenance varieties.
8. Dracaena – large low-maintenance houseplant
The Dracaena is an excellent choice if you are looking for a large houseplant that requires little care.
With its sturdy stems and narrow leaves, it suits modern living rooms and offices well. Water sparingly and prevent the roots from staying wet.
Thanks to its sturdy character and stylish appearance, the Dracaena is also popular as an office plant. Discover our collection of office plants for more greenery at your workplace.
9. Yucca elephantipes – sturdy houseplant
The Yucca elephantipes, also known as Yucca gigantea, has sturdy stems and long, sword-shaped leaves.
This sturdy houseplant loves plenty of light and needs relatively little water. Thanks to its distinctive growth habit, it suits a bold or modern interior perfectly.
Want to know more? Read our comprehensive guide on caring for Yuccas.
10. Banana plant – tropical atmosphere at home
The banana plant, often sold as Musa, has large, fresh green leaves that instantly create a tropical atmosphere.
This plant grows relatively quickly with sufficient warmth and light. Keep its space requirements in mind and water regularly during the growing season.
11. Schefflera – the versatile umbrella plant
You will recognize the Schefflera by its leaves that grow like fingers from a single point.
This houseplant can grow into a beautiful, full plant. It loves a bright spot and is relatively easy to care for with balanced watering.
12. Philodendron – lush green leaves
Large Philodendron varieties are popular for their impressive leaves and tropical appearance.
Self-supporting varieties, in particular, can become quite wide. Place them in a bright spot away from prolonged harsh sun and water when the top layer of soil begins to dry out.
13. Pachira aquatica – money tree with a distinctive stem
The Pachira aquatica is recognizable by its hand-shaped leaves and often braided stem.
These beautiful large houseplants grow into striking green trees under good conditions. Provide plenty of indirect light and prevent water from sitting at the bottom of the pot.
14. Rhapis excelsa – stylish bamboo palm
The Rhapis excelsa has several slender stems and fan-shaped leaves.
Thanks to its compact, upright growth habit, this palm is particularly suitable for a calm interior. It tolerates partial shade and generally grows slowly.
15. Polyscias fabian – stylish house tree
The Polyscias fabian is a particularly beautiful large houseplant with a sturdy stem and round, dark green leaves. Thanks to its compact, tree-like growth habit, this plant is a stylish addition to modern living rooms.
This houseplant loves a bright spot away from harsh afternoon sun. Provide even watering and avoid cold drafts. With the right care, the Polyscias grows into an elegant green eye-catcher.
Which large houseplant suits your living room?
The most beautiful large houseplants for your living room depend not only on your personal taste, but also on the amount of natural light and available space.
When choosing a large houseplant, placement is at least as important as appearance.
Do you have plenty of natural light? Then a Strelitzia, Yucca or banana plant are interesting choices. For places with less direct sunlight, a Kentia palm, Dracaena or Rhapis is often more suitable.
Also consider the plant's final width. Some varieties grow mainly upwards, while others take up a lot of space with their large leaves.
Caring for large houseplants: 5 practical tips
With the right care, large houseplants will remain beautiful for years.
- Light: choose a placement that suits the plant's needs.
- Water: check the potting soil before watering again.
- Drainage: prevent excess water from sitting at the bottom of the decorative pot.
- Feeding: provide suitable plant food during the growing season.
- Space: keep the growth of leaves and roots in mind.
You may also rotate the plant regularly to ensure even growth towards the light.
Buy large houseplants at Olivera Garden
With the most beautiful large houseplants, you can easily add more atmosphere and character to your interior. Whether you choose a tropical Strelitzia, an elegant Kentia palm or a sturdy Dracaena, there is always a plant that suits your home style.
At Olivera Garden, you will discover an extensive range of plants in a variety of types and sizes. Browse all our houseplants and choose the green eye-catcher that suits your interior.
Combine your favorite plant with a beautiful decorative pot for a complete look.
Our plants are delivered directly from the grower. Within the Netherlands and Belgium, you can enjoy free shipping on orders from €50.
Frequently asked questions about large houseplants
1. What are the most beautiful large houseplants?
Popular large houseplants include the Monstera deliciosa, Strelitzia nicolai, Ficus lyrata, Kentia palm and Ficus elastica. Which plant is the most beautiful depends on your interior and available space.
2. Which large houseplant requires little care?
Dracaena, Yucca elephantipes and Ficus elastica are relatively low-maintenance. They mainly need a suitable placement and balanced watering.
3. Which large houseplants can tolerate low light?
A Kentia palm, Rhapis excelsa and some Dracaena varieties tolerate less light. However, these plants cannot grow healthily without any natural light.
4. Which large houseplant grows quickly?
A banana plant and some Monstera and Philodendron varieties can grow relatively quickly under favorable conditions. Sufficient light, warmth and nutrients support growth.
5. How often should you water a large houseplant?
This varies depending on the plant variety, pot size, temperature and season. Therefore, check the potting soil regularly and only water when the plant needs it.
6. Which large houseplant is suitable for a modern living room?
A Strelitzia nicolai, Ficus lyrata, Dracaena or Yucca elephantipes suits a modern living room perfectly. These plants look particularly beautiful when combined with a simple decorative pot.
