Jul 23, 2023

10 best fragrant house plants

In a garden, fragrance is just as important as colour, and there's nothing like going into your living room and being greeted by a wonderful aroma. I mean, won't you just enjoy it when you don't have to use air fresheners or candles because your houseplants can take care of everything?

Lavender

For its cool, relaxing smell and beautiful purple blossoms, lavender is a favourite among indoor gardeners. Although this resilient herb can usually thrive outside in cold locations, keeping yours in a container will let you enjoy its aroma throughout winter. Make sure it gets plenty of direct sunlight, or consider using a grow light to keep it blooming over the winter. To use in teas and sweets, cut the blossoms with unopened buds and hang them to dry, or simply snip off a stem and rub the leaves between your fingers for a fast aroma.

Tuberose

Locally known as ‘Rajanigandha’ or ‘Gulchhadi’, Tuberose has a great fragrance and looks beautiful in pots near windows and balconies. It produces white fragrant blooms for 2-3 years after being planted. Because it is a tropical plant, position it in direct sunlight, such as a south or east-facing window. Tuberose has waxy flowers on a long stem that provide a powerful sweet aroma, complementing its attractive appearance.

Roses

They are well known for their familiar fragrance in addition to their appearance and hues. Some roses types, particularly edible & local are grown only for their petal perfume. Even if everyone is aware of their legendary aroma, it must be highlighted.

Eucalyptus

Although this plant does not produce blooms, its fragrance is widely renowned and used in essential oils and candles. Eucalyptus is a species of herb that may fill your home with pleasant, earthy scents. Because this plant thrives (and produces the greatest smells) in direct sunshine, place your eucalyptus near a south-facing window to allow it to absorb nutrients. Trim down its stems to keep its leaves appearing full and lush, as it is prone to looking lanky. Water only when the topsoil is completely dry.

Jasmine

Parijat

This lovely night-blooming plant is also referenced in ancient Indian literature. If pruned periodically, the plant can be cultivated in pots. After dropping off, the shrub blooms vigorously at night and produces carpet flowers in the morning.

Champa

These flowers have some of the greatest scents. In India, there are various little flowering trees known as 'Champa,' which may or may not be botanically related. Magnolia, Michelia, Plumeria, and many others are notable genera.

Rosemary

As a houseplant, rosemary looks great with its needle-like foliage. The aroma is citrusy and herbal. Grow this plant in a spot that gets 4-5 hours of direct sunlight per day. It is, however, difficult to grow. Lemongrass is a wonderful herb with a distinct citrus aroma. Its unique lemon flavour lends itself to a multitude of culinary applications. Furthermore, raising one home will save you money on grocery shop excursions!

Gardenia

They fall in the favourite list of every houseplant enthusiast for their amazing fragrance and gorgeous white flowers. This indoor plant loves sunlight, high humidity, and prefers growing in acidic soil. These lush houseplants are a little high maintenance, but they reward attentive plant parents with full, snow-white blooms that give off a heady scent. Keep yours in a spot with direct sunlight that's away from hot air and cold drafts. Like hoya plants, gardenia thrives best in the same location and can become finicky if moved around. You'll also want to give this plant moderate humidity, ideally by running a humidifier nearby (they're divas, remember?) or by setting it atop a humidifying tray of pebbles and water.