• There is a plethora of flowering tropical plants.Orchids image by Patricia Molina from Fotolia.com
  
  The tropics have had a mass appeal on citizens of the Western World. The unique animals, warm climate and especially the tropical flowers have made a lasting impression on the households of millions. Flowering tropical plants are popular additions to the home. There is a plethora tropical plants used in the home.
  
  

African Violet

• African violets are very popular houseplants.African violet image by Shirley Lai from Fotolia.com
  
  The African violet is a small tropical plant. Most blooms are purple, but colors range from pink to light blue. African violets average 6 to 10 inches tall. Place your plant in bright, indirect light. A bright corner is an ideal locale for the African violet. Due to its tropical origins, the African violet requires moderate moisture. Water every other day, keeping the soil moist. Proper drainage is necessary for the health of an African violet. Use a pre-packaged African violet soil, easily found at garden supply centers.
  
  

Hibiscus

• Hibiscus produces large flowers.hibiscus image by photlook from Fotolia.com
  
  Hibiscus plants are popular tropical plants, commonly grown in the United States as a houseplant. Hibiscus plants are prolific bloomers with flower colors ranging from white to reddish-orange. Hibiscus plants require bright light. Place in direct sunlight; a window is an ideal locale. These plants are tropical and require constant warmth. Do not let your house temperature drop below 65 degrees Fahrenheit. Water every other day, keeping the soil moist. In winter, water your plant with warm water. For best flowering, use a hibiscus fertilizer through the months of March and October, the plant's growing period.
  
  

Orchids

• There are various species of orchids.Orchids image by Tuyen (2-n) from Fotolia.com
  
  Orchids are one of the most popular tropical plant types. There are thousands of various species of orchids; however, according to Flower Arrangement Advisor (see reference 3), the most common household orchids belong to the species of cattleya, phalaenopsis, paphiopedilums, cymbidium, dendrobium, oncidiums and vanda. Orchids enjoy filtered light inside, as it most closely resembles the filtered light it receives in its natural environment. The watering process of your orchid is important to understand to ensure the health of your plant. Most orchids do well with being watered every four to seven days; make sure your pot drains well. Orchids experience root rot if left in water.
  
  

Anthurium

• Anthuriums come from South America.anthurium image by Arraial from Fotolia.com
  
  Anthurium is a hardy, easy to grow plant renowned for its attractive red foliage and yearlong blooms. Place your plant in bright, filtered sunlight, near a window, but not in direct light. Plant in a soil mixture of equal parts peat moss, pine bark and perlite. Water every other day, keeping the plant moist but not soaked. Over watering will lead to root rot. With proper care, the Anthurium can live for several years and bloom regularly throughout its life. Native to the tropics of South America, Anthuriums are now found in homes across the world.