Em Casalena
Author for A-Z Animals

Em Casalena is a writer at A-Z Animals where their primary focus is on plants, gardening, and sustainability. Em has been writing and researching about plants for nearly a decade and is a proud Southwest Institute of Healing Arts graduate and certified Urban Farming instructor.

Em is a resident of Arizona and enjoys learning about eco-conscious living, thrifting at local shops, and caring for their Siamese cat Vladimir.


Brazil Pothos vs. Philodendron Picture

Heartleaf philodendrons are excellent houseplants, and often the first plant one might think of when tropical houseplants are mentioned. With their big, glossy leaves and lovely heart-shaped appearance, these plants… Read More

By Em Casalena 1 year ago


Heart Of Palm Plant Picture

Have you ever had heart of palm before? Heart of palm is a white vegetable that is extracted from the center of several species of palm trees. It is cultivated… Read More

By Em Casalena 1 year ago


Black Palm Tree Picture

The black palm tree is a rare beauty in the plant trade, as it only really grows in very specific regions of Australia. Let’s break down some facts about this… Read More

By Em Casalena 1 year ago


Oil Palm Tree Picture

Western and southern Africa is the original home of the African oil palm tree. The African oil palm can be used to obtain both palm and kernel oil. The majority… Read More

By Em Casalena 1 year ago


Ponytail Palm Tree Picture

Have you ever heard of the ponytail palm tree? Despite its name and general appearance, the ponytail palm is a member of the Agave family and is indigenous to the… Read More

By Em Casalena 1 year ago


Pindo Palm Tree Picture

When one thinks of palm trees, one might quickly picture heat-loving plants that can endure and even thrive in the higher range of hardiness zones. That being said, not all… Read More

By Em Casalena 1 year ago


Foxtail Palm Tree Picture

Among all the palm trees out there, the foxtail palm tree boasts the most amazing leaf displays. Its fronds grow in a curved fashion, not unlike that of a fox’s… Read More

By Em Casalena 1 year ago


Bonsai Palm Tree Picture

Palm trees are typically used for landscaping and ornamental purposes, as many species can grow exceptionally tall and fast. Some species can max out at about 10 feet, making them… Read More

By Em Casalena 1 year ago


Sabal Palm Tree Picture

The sabal palm is the state tree of Florida, and it makes sense why. Nothing says “Florida” quite like a palm tree. Interestingly enough, the sabal palm is not a… Read More

By Em Casalena 1 year ago


King Palm Tree Picture

Who doesn’t love the unique king palm tree? This species is native to Australia and beloved around the world for its lovely foliage and unique, slender appearance. While this palm… Read More

By Em Casalena 1 year ago


Royal Palm Tree Picture

The royal palm tree is an imposingly tall and straight palm tree, the kind you would expect to find dotting the streets of southern Florida or the streets of cities… Read More

By Em Casalena 1 year ago


Lady Palm Tree Picture

Although the lady palm is a less popular indoor houseplant when compared to its cousins in the Arecaceae family, plant collectors nonetheless love its exquisite beauty. This species is one… Read More

By Em Casalena 1 year ago


Cat Palm Plant Picture

The cat palm is a plant that has been used in landscaping and as an indoor houseplant since the Victorian era. It’s a really stunning species with large, delicate leaves… Read More

By Em Casalena 1 year ago


Bamboo Palm Plant Picture

Have you ever heard of the bamboo palm? The bamboo palm is, for starters, not a bamboo plant. It is a species of palm tree that somewhat resembles the look… Read More

By Em Casalena 1 year ago


Parlor Palm Plant Picture

One of the most popular houseplant palms available today is the parlor palm. The Americas' subtropical and tropical climates are home to parlor palms. This species can reach heights of… Read More

By Em Casalena 1 year ago


Date Palm Tree Picture

The date palm is a tropical tree best known for producing the delicious and world-beloved fruit known as the date. However, date trees are also quite aesthetically pleasing and are… Read More

By Em Casalena 1 year ago


What Fruit Grows On Palm Trees? Picture

Warm, tropical environments around the globe have gorgeous and distinctive palm trees as a defining feature of their landscapes. Several types of palm trees produce the two most well-known edible… Read More

By Em Casalena 1 year ago


Coconut Palm Tree Picture

The coconut palm tree is by far one of the most popular palm trees in the world, if not the most popular. This lovely palm is used for everything from… Read More

By Em Casalena 1 year ago


Majesty Palm Plant Picture

The majesty palm is a tropical tree that is indigenous to Madagascar and may reach heights of around 100 feet in the wild. However, this tropical beauty is becoming less… Read More

By Em Casalena 1 year ago


Areca Palm Tree Picture

Due to its stunning look and simplicity of care, the areca palm tree is undoubtedly one of the most beloved palms in tropical and subtropical regions. Fans of this palm… Read More

By Em Casalena 1 year ago


Philodendron vs. Pothos Picture

Philodendrons and pothos are beloved household plants that are somewhat similar but are ultimately quite different plants. In this guide, we'll explore everything you need to know about the key… Read More

By Em Casalena 1 year ago


Baltic Blue Pothos Picture

For pothos or aroid plant collectors wishing to diversify their indoor plant collections, the Baltic blue pothos is a must-have plant. This Epipremnum pinnatum cultivar has glossy, green leaves that… Read More

By Em Casalena 1 year ago


Cebu Blue Pothos Picture

You're going to like this plant if you're a total sucker for any plant with a bluish or purplish hue. The colorful Cebu blue pothos, which is unique to Cebu… Read More

By Em Casalena 1 year ago


Silver Satin Pothos Picture

The silver satin pothos, which is also known as the satin pothos or silver pothos, is an excellent houseplant for lovers of tropical foliage. This evergreen climbing plant is widely… Read More

By Em Casalena 1 year ago


Harlequin Pothos Picture

Searching for a low-maintenance indoor plant that requires little attention? Maybe you’re in the market for a rare pothos variety? If so, you might want to look into the harlequin… Read More

By Em Casalena 1 year ago


Snow Queen Pothos Picture

Pothos are climbing houseplants that look lovely in hanging baskets and pots, both indoors and outdoors. They are low-maintenance and are available in a variety of hues, sizes, and forms.… Read More

By Em Casalena 1 year ago


Jessenia Pothos Picture

A more recent variety of the beloved Epipremnum aureum species is the Jessenia pothos plant. Because of its hardiness and bright green marbling, it has increased in popularity in the… Read More

By Em Casalena 1 year ago


Golden Pothos Picture

The golden pothos is a low-maintenance houseplant with glossy, heart-shaped leaves and a vining tendency ideal for hanging from shelves or placing in baskets.  The golden pothos' other popular name,… Read More

By Em Casalena 1 year ago


N’Joy Pothos Picture

With its distinctive mottled white and green variegation and tiny irregular leaves, the N'Joy pothos is a lovely Epipremnum aureum variation that stands out from the pothos throng. Although some… Read More

By Em Casalena 1 year ago


Jade Pothos Picture

One of the more popular varieties of pothos that have been welcomed into homes all across the world in the past few years is the jade pothos. This resilient plant… Read More

By Em Casalena 1 year ago


Dragon’s Tail Pothos Picture

Because of its unique leaves, the pothos plant species known as the dragon's tail pothos or Epipremnum pinnatum, is one that you should include in your collection of indoor plants.… Read More

By Em Casalena 1 year ago


Marble Queen Pothos Picture

The marble queen pothos, also known as Epipremnum aureum 'Marble Queen,' is a speckled plant that is quite easy to grow, maintain, and propagate. Because of this, both rookie and… Read More

By Em Casalena 1 year ago


Global Green Pothos Picture

A lesser-known pothos variety that has become increasingly well-known in recent years is the global green pothos plant. These resilient plants are prized for their gorgeously textured leaves and deep… Read More

By Em Casalena 1 year ago


Glacier Pothos Picture

The glacier pothos, a cultivator of the well-known marble queen pothos, is a delicate pothos variation with gorgeous green and white hues. It is sometimes mistaken for its two near… Read More

By Em Casalena 1 year ago


Pearls And Jade Pothos Picture

One of the most opulent pothos cultivars one can find on the plant market today is the pearls and jade pothos. This stunning variety is known for its magnificent green… Read More

By Em Casalena 1 year ago


Neon Pothos Picture

A truly beautiful pothos from the Epipremnum genus, the neon pothos has notoriously vivid green and chartreuse foliage. It is considerably more vibrantly colored than other cultivars and can really… Read More

By Em Casalena 1 year ago


Golden Pothos vs. Philodendron Picture

Golden pothos and philodendrons are quite popular houseplants. It’s obvious why, of course. Both of these plants are tropical beauties that are quite easy to care for. However, they are… Read More

By Em Casalena 1 year ago


Types Of Pothos: A Complete Guide Picture

Pothos plants have always been a popular low-maintenance houseplant. That’s because pothos plants are one of the easiest plant species to cultivate indoors and care for long-term. They feature shiney… Read More

By Em Casalena 1 year ago


Pothos vs. Monstera Picture

More than ever before, houseplant enthusiasts are choosing to take on the challenge of growing large monstera and pothos plants as indoor houseplants. Their leaves are appealing because of their… Read More

By Em Casalena 1 year ago


Pothos Roots: A Complete Guide Picture

The maintenance of its roots plays a significant role in pothos houseplant care. Unfortunately, it’s very difficult to see the condition of one’s pothos roots underneath the soil. How can… Read More

By Em Casalena 1 year ago


10 Pothos Houseplant Benefits Picture

The pothos plant is a must-have for novice and seasoned plant owners alike, and this plant can be found in practically every home of a houseplant enthusiast worldwide. In addition… Read More

By Em Casalena 1 year ago


Croton Plant Picture

There’s no plant quite like the croton plant! This beautiful tropical species is known for growing quite large and boasting extremely bright and colorful foliage. While this species can definitely… Read More

By Em Casalena 1 year ago