Nothing describes an attractive houseplant better than those with striped foliage. They make quite the show when planted in indoor gardens.
Another good thing about these naturally striped leaves is that they are available in lots of varieties that even beginners can comfortably plant with ease.
In this article, we'll give you an outline of 25 plants with naturally striped leaves that you can choose from to beautify your space.
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- Plants With Naturally Striped Leaves
- 1. Croton 'Codiaeum Variegatum'
- 2. Mother in Law's Tongue 'Sansevieria Trifasciata'
- 3. Wandering Jew 'Tradescantia pallid.'
- 4. Calathea 'Calathea Makoyana'
- 5. Pleomele 'Dracena Reflexa'
- 6. African Mask Plant 'Alocasia Sanderiana'
- 7. Bromeliads
- 8. Nerve Plant 'Fittonia'
- 9. Ti Plant 'Cordyline Minalis'
- 10. Spider Plant 'Chlorophytum comosum.'
- 11. Philodendron Birkin
- 12. Prayer Plant 'Maranta leuconeura.'
- 13. Watermelon Peperomia 'Peperomia Argyreia'
- 14. Moses in the Cradle Plant 'Tradescantia Spathacea'
- 15. Calathea ‘Orbifolia’
- 16. Zebra Plant 'Aphelandra squarrosa.'
- 17. Zebra Cactus 'Haworthiopsis attenuata.'
- 18. Pinstripe Calathea 'Calathea Ornata'
- 19. Alocasia Polly 'Alocasia Amazonica'
- 20. Green Velvet Alocasia 'Alocasia Micholitziana Frydek'
- 21. Picasso 'Peace lily.'
- 22. Spotted Chinese Evergreen
- 23. Manjula Pothos
- 24. 'Variegated Banana'
- 25. 'Variegated Cast Iron Plant'
Plants With Naturally Striped Leaves
1. Croton 'Codiaeum Variegatum'
- 1 Croton Codiaeum variegatum Petra live house plant 6" pot Beauty Plant
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One of the most delicate striped plants on our list and is loved by many gardeners because of its beautiful striped foliage available in an array of eye-catching colors like orange, red, pink, green, and even yellow.
Important things to note about this plant are that they detest being moved around too frequently. This is why they sometimes shed too much of their leaves when moving.
To get the croton plant well established, plant in a place where they can get sufficient amounts of bright sunlight, humidity, warmth, and constant misting, mostly in scorching weather.
2. Mother in Law's Tongue 'Sansevieria Trifasciata'
- BOWSTRING EVERGREEN: Sansevieria Superba is a drought-tolerant perennial with sharp, dark green leaves year-round. Commonly known as Snake Plant or Devils Tongue Plant, this hardy succulent is composed of strong fibers that have been used to craft bowstrings for generations. As a houseplant, Superba is very easy to care for and delivers a strong statement through its undeniable aesthetic
- BOWSTRING EVERGREEN: Sansevieria Superba is a drought-tolerant perennial with sharp, dark green leaves year-round. Commonly known as Snake Plant or Devils Tongue Plant, this hardy succulent is composed of strong fibers that have been used to craft bowstrings for generations. As a houseplant, Superba is very easy to care for and delivers a strong statement through its undeniable aesthetic
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As the name somewhat implies, this plant is characterized by very succulent leaves that are spiky and long.
A vital advantage of this plant is that they are straightforward to plant and manage, even for beginners, needing minimal watering and other care practices. They are also quite firm and can withstand low light conditions.
Their stripes are colored green with some variants in yellow and are horizontally shaped along the exterior edges.
3. Wandering Jew 'Tradescantia pallid.'
- Easy to grow house plant
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The perfect choice if you are looking for a striped indoor plant with a burst of colors. The name 'Wandering Jew' rightly suits it as you would find them to be creeping plants, fit to be used as a hanging planter or placed atop a shelf.
Best care practices for this plant are to feed it with lots of bright but indirect sunlight and avoid watering directly into the crown to prevent a case of root rot. When placed in a site with low light, the once colorful leaves react negatively by fading off slowly.
4. Calathea 'Calathea Makoyana'
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- Sunlight: Low to bright, indirect light.
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The Calathea would need lots of warmth and humidity when being grown. Quite a popular choice when it comes to striped houseplant leaves, but all the same, not recommended for novice gardeners because of their sensitivity to cold or any slight change in their growing conditions.
The Calathea is beautiful and is known by another alias like the 'peacock or zebra' plant.
5. Pleomele 'Dracena Reflexa'
- Grown, packaged and shipped exclusively by Wekiva Foliage. There are various cultivars of the dracaena reflexa that display different leaf variations, although the most popular you'll see sold in garden stores is the yellow edged variegata type. They usually grow up to about 3ft tall indoors (which takes a fair few years) and have a bushy tree type of look about them.
- Grown, packaged and shipped exclusively by Wekiva Foliage. There are various cultivars of the dracaena reflexa that display different leaf variations, although the most popular you'll see sold in garden stores is the yellow edged variegata type. They usually grow up to about 3ft tall indoors (which takes a fair few years) and have a bushy tree type of look about them.
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The Pleomele's are native to subtropical regions and, as expected, love warm, humid climates. To grow them successfully away from the tropics, you need to guarantee a sufficient dose of bright but indirect sunlight and constant misting.
Dracena, also known as 'Corn plants or Dragon plants,' is characterized by long, green leaves with beautifully contrasting yellow stripes.
Please note that they are toxic to animals and should be kept away from pets if you have any.
6. African Mask Plant 'Alocasia Sanderiana'
- LOW Maintenance & Stylish
- Alocasia Plant Pot: Alocasia Polly is a beautiful house plant with distinctive leaves. The arrowhead- or shield-shaped leaves have large, protruding white veins running through them, which contrast strongly with the rest of the dark green leaf
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It is characterized by very dark green leaves with streaks of white or green veins. You can establish them without stress by supplying them with adequate water, indirect light, and humidity.
Please do note that the African Mask is toxic, both to humans and animals. It is best to keep them out of the reach of children or pets.
7. Bromeliads
- Commonly Known as the Sweetheart Hoya or Valentine's Hoya
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Bromeliads are of different types, including those bearing stripes on the leaves. They are characterized by large modified leaves called bracts.
Bromeliads are humid-loving indoor plants. They grow best under bright but indirect sunlight. Direct sunlight would have their leaves burning.
8. Nerve Plant 'Fittonia'
- Proper name: Fittonia / Prefers bright, indirect light / Keep evenly moist, not wet or dry / Good in terrariums, also
- Easy to grow house plant
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The Nerve plant is lovely to behold. They are tiny with dark green foliage with white or sometimes pink stripes.
This plant is ideal to plant close to bathrooms or anywhere with high humidity as they love moisture. Their mature height size is about 15cm, making them the perfect choice for compact homes.
9. Ti Plant 'Cordyline Minalis'
- Hawaiian Cordyline fruticosa Good Luck Red Ti Leaf Plant Log Cuttings -1 Pack 2 logs
- The Hawaiian Ti Plant is one of the most recognizable and useful of the native plants.
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These tropical plants are available in various bright colors like green, purple, red, pink, etc.
It is important to note that using any water containing fluoride will turn the bright colors of this leaf brown. It is safe to use rain or filtered water.
For best results, have them planted under bright but indirect sunlight and high humidity.
10. Spider Plant 'Chlorophytum comosum.'
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- Proper name: Chlorophytum comosum ‘Bonnie’
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This unique plant spots new offshoots hanging down pretty on the plant, looking like baby spiders, hence the name 'Spider Plant.'
We will recommend this for novice gardeners as they are pretty easy to grow and maintain, strong also to tolerant of a wide range of unpleasant conditions, and offer excellent aesthetics, too, with their long green and white striped leaves.
11. Philodendron Birkin
- The Philodendron Birkin is a beautiful plant with striking white stripes on its green leaves.
- PLANT DESCRIPTION: Exhibits a stunning variety that develops pure white pinstripes on its foliage, growing ever more variegated as the plant matures. This is a somewhat smaller, non-vining Philodendron with an upright growth habit.
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This once-rare plant has features enough to earn a spot on the list of 'must grow' striped plants. It is compact, unlike other philodendron variants making it a top choice for the houseplant.
Native to the rain forests of Brazil, the plant would require constant misting and high humidity to grow well. Birkins are fast growers, but that can only be achieved when the right conditions for its growth are seen to.
12. Prayer Plant 'Maranta leuconeura.'
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- Red Prayer Plants originate from the tropics in Brazil and love to dance in the moonlight. They get their nickname "prayer plant" from their leaves folding up at night, which mimics hands praying. It's been said they do this to make sure their roots get access to rainfall.
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Another native plant of the tropical rain forests of Brazil, you can quickly identify this plant with its variegated leaves with vein-like streaks. At night when the leaves curl slightly, a splash of deep red color is revealed.
Prayer plants are available in many variants, but the tri-colored one with red, silver or dark green patches stands out the most.
They can be a bit complicated to grow and, as such, not for beginners.
13. Watermelon Peperomia 'Peperomia Argyreia'
Words cannot adequately explain the kind of beauty this plant offers to your space.
The plants are as delicate as they are beautiful. Their big bulky leaves with fancy silvery stripes are supported by stems that are not so strong. This results in the shedding of a few of its leaves now and then.
The Watermelon Peperomia is native to South Africa. They grow best under mid-light and do not appreciate too much watering as it might lead to a collapse of the stems.
On the bright side, the beautiful watermelon Peperomia is relatively easy to propagate.
14. Moses in the Cradle Plant 'Tradescantia Spathacea'
- beautiful 2 tone plant for indoors or out
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A rare houseplant with a queer name, but worth acquiring due to the many benefits it offers. Its flowers are small and white, and they grow in a boat-like shaped bract hence the name 'Moses in the Cradle.’
The plant is a typical low-maintenance one, requiring minimal care and attention.
Have them planted in a place with high humidity, so get them constantly misted several times a week, or better still, use a humidifier.
As attractive as their pink leaves are, Moses in the Cradle plant are known to be toxic to humans and animals, so handle them with care.
15. Calathea ‘Orbifolia’
- Calathea orbifolia is a stunner. It has big round leaves with beautiful coloring and detail.
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Looking for a plant that will give you that tropical feel? The Calathea Orbifolia is just what you need.
This green with silver striped leaves is usually 8 - 12 inches wide and has brilliant leathery foliage with an appealing light green streak.
They need just several things to get properly established. Good soil moisture against soggy soil and bright indirect sunlight against direct sunlight will see them growing the right way.
An additional advantage of these plants is that they have been proven to be nontoxic to humans and animals; therefore, they are safe to plant in the house.
16. Zebra Plant 'Aphelandra squarrosa.'
- Bold House Plant
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Like a zebra, this adorable Brazil native plant spots dark green leaves with beautiful white stripes.
Conditions for good growth include warm temperature, increased humidity, moist but not soggy potting mix, and bright but indirect sunlight.
Zebra plants are not fast growers but would be able to attain a few feet when planted indoors. Furthermore, they are non-toxic and safe to have in your space.
17. Zebra Cactus 'Haworthiopsis attenuata.'
- Common names include: Zebra Haworthia| Scientific name: Haworthiopsis attenuata |Shipped well-rooted & potted in a 4 inch plastic pot with soil and ready for a size up!
- Common names include: Green Haworthiopsis attenuata | Scientific name: Haworthia coarctata |Shipped well-rooted & potted in a 4 inch plastic pot with soil and ready for a size up!
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Another solid example of an easy-care plant, the Zebra Cactus plant, will thrive with minimal care.
With this native South African plant, you do not have to worry about humidity. With ample sunshine and warmth, you can get them off to a great start.
Watering should also be done sparingly to avoid leaf rot. Zebra Cactus spot a not-so-impressive flowering when they bloom; the good thing is that they are safe and nontoxic for humans and animals.
18. Pinstripe Calathea 'Calathea Ornata'
- Calathea Plant Pot: Calathea Ornata, a beautiful house plant, features beautifully veined, oval-shaped, pink or white-striped, dark green leaves. The leaves' deep burgundy or purple undersides give it a distinctive look
- Prefers bright, indirect light
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Quite the fussy plant but an overly rewarding plant. Native to South America, the key features of this outstanding plant are its glossy dark green leaves with great pink stripes and impressive height size of about 30cm.
To get them growing right, have them planted in a place where they can enjoy high humidity to keep dry leaf edges at bay.
Also, keep their sweet pink stripes sharp and bright by shielding the leaves from increased sunlight.
An added benefit of this plant is that it is non-toxic to animals and plants.
19. Alocasia Polly 'Alocasia Amazonica'
- Exotic Fake Houseplant - When it comes to the natural beauty of Alocasia Amazonica, also known as Alocasia Polly, it is all about the elaborate tropical foliage. This artificial hybrid Alocasia will grace your indoors with its lush growth and distinctly colored leaves for years to come.
- This plant is unique with an eggplant-colored underbelly, beautiful green veins, and striking geometric features. It may look intimidating, but it's actually quite easy to grow.
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Topping the list of beautiful houseplants you need in your space.
This plant with dark green leaves, strong white streaks, and finely curved edges will brighten your room.
20. Green Velvet Alocasia 'Alocasia Micholitziana Frydek'
- This alocasia has arrow-shaped, green velvet leaves with bold, white venation. Native to the Philippines, it does best with lots of sun and frequent waterings. It may be a little more high-maintenance than your other plants, but those soft, stunning leaves make it worth it.
- Sunlight: Bright indirect light. No direct light.
- Water: Once every week. Allow soil to dry 2" down.
- Pets: Not pet-safe!
- Care: Great choice for the intermediate plant parent.
- Alocasia Frydek has beautiful green leaves with white veins
- It is an upright growing plant, making it a great tabletop plant
- Beautiful addition to any home
- This plant is fragile and will experience some damage in shipping.***
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Green Velvet is a classy and exquisite houseplant. They are Velvet textured deep green leaves, which come in unique arrowhead shapes that are finely decorated with brilliant white veins.
They make quite a show when planted in your indoor gardens.
21. Picasso 'Peace lily.'
They are highly adored for their beautiful aesthetics. The Picasso has leaves resembling brush strokes with beautiful white streaks.
22. Spotted Chinese Evergreen
- These are evergreen perennial herbs with stems growing erect or decumbent and creeping.
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This shade-loving plant features long dark leaves with tiny streaks of white. They are pretty low-maintenance plants and good air purifiers.
23. Manjula Pothos
- The pearl and jade Ivy is a rare, but easy to grow indoor vine
- The Pothos NJoy is a lovely, variegated, and vibrant additional to any room in the home.
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Heart shaped with sparkling white streaks against a dark green hue developed by the University of Florida.
24. 'Variegated Banana'
Beautiful banana plant with fantastic coloring. For best results, keep them where they can enjoy bright, indirect sunlight.
25. 'Variegated Cast Iron Plant'
- The Cast Iron Plant Provides the Garden with nice Green Foilage, Perennial Plant will continue to grow and bush out the longer you have it, Plant in picture is example of a fully grown mature clump of multiple plants
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Dark green leaves with white streaks, extremely low maintenance, and detests prolonged direct sunlight.
