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Tabletop plants
Our range of table top / desktop plants allows the creation of unique and vibrant indoors.
Tabletop plants range
Our interior plantscape consultants work with you to assist in designing your indoors according to your vision and brief:
- Carrying out measurements and light readings
- Recommendation on the right plants and containers based on lighting, design requirements and budget
- Calculating the requirements for Green star rated projects
- Ensuring a safe installation for you and your staff
Ambius table top plants are perfectly suited to a range of containers; desktop, top of cabinet displays and more.
Dracaena deremensis 'Lemon Surprise' - Exclusive to Ambius
The Dracaena deremensis 'Lemon Surprise' is a vibrant new cultivar of the popular Dracaena deremensis. Its bright green and yellow variegated leaves grow in a unique rosette shape, adding a burst of color and visual interest to any indoor space. Its distinctive appearance sets it apart from other dracaenas in our collection, making it a perfect complement to our most popular 200mm SKU line.
Temperature
Not suitable for cold conditions. Cold damage may appear on leaves if temperatures get below 15ºC. They enjoy humid environments as dry air can cause brown tips.
Specifications
Light: Medium and High
LUX: 400-2000
Pot Size: 200mm squat
Height: 30cm - 60cm
Weight: 2kg - 2.65kg
Scindapsus Aureus (Pothos)
Scindapsus is a genus of flowering plants consisting of close to 40 species. It is endemic to Asia, but can also be found in the Pacific islands. It climbs by using adhesive aerial roots.
Temperature
Originating from areas that are warm and humid all year around, Scindapsus are cold sensitive and don’t enjoy temperatures below 15ºC.
Specifications
Light: Medium and High
LUX: 400-2000
Pot Size: 140mm, 200mm
Height: 20cm - 1.8m
Weight: 325g - 13kg
Dracaena Fragrans (Golden Heart)
Dracaena fragrans Golden Heart is a flowering plant species, native throughout tropical Africa.
Unique in:
- Variegated leaves
- Versatile – medium and high light levels
Temperature
Very sensitive to the cold and will show damage even after one night of cold temperatures. They prefer temperatures of 20–25ºC but will tolerate temperatures to around 15ºC.
Specifications
Light: Medium and High
LUX: 400 - 200
Pot Size: 200mm
Height: 40cm - 70cm
Weight: 2.3kg - 4kg
Zamioculcus zamiifolia (ZZ / Zanzibar Gem)
Zamioculcus is a tropical perennial plant native to eastern Africa. Zamioculcus derives its name from the cycad genus Zamia due to its similar looking foliage.
Temperature
The best growth temperature is produced between temperatures 18 – 26ºC. Hot temperatures will give an increase in leaf production.
Specifications
Light: Medium
LUX: 400 - 1500
Pot Size: 140, 200, 250, 300mm
Height: 20cm - 1m
Weight: 865g - 9.25kg
More tabletop plants
Birds Nest Sansevieria
Sansevieria is a genus of about 70 species of flowering plants, whose common names include mother-in-law’s tongue, devil’s tongue, African spear, bow string hemp and snake plant. They are native to India, Indonesia and Africa.
Bromeliad
Bromeliad is the generic term for all flowering plants in the Bromeliaceae family. They are native to tropical and subtropical regions.
Calathea (Marantacea)
Calathea plants are a part of the family of plants known as Marantaceae, which is a species of flowering plants from tropical areas such as Africa. They are famous for their wide, green, colourful leaves.
Cast Iron Plant
Aspidistra Elatior is a species of plant native to Japan and Taiwan. It is known for its high tolerance of neglect hence the name ‘Cast Iron Plant’.
Compacta
Dracaena is a genus of forty species of subtropical, evergreen woody plants grown for their statuesque form and ornamental foliage. ‘Compactor is a smaller growing Dracaena, with small dense foliage.
Janet Craig (Dracaena Deremensis)
Dracaena is a genus of forty species of subtropical, evergreen woody plants grown for their statuesque form and ornamental foliage. Despite being quite ‘tree like’ or ‘shrub like’, these plants are part of the Lily family.
Moth Orchid
Phalaenopsis is one of the most popular orchids in the trade, through the development of many artificial hybrids. They bloom in their full glory for several weeks.
Parlour Palm
Chamaedorea is a genus of 107 species of palms, native to subtropical and tropical regions of the Americas. They are small palms with slender, cane-like stems, growing in the understory of the rainforests.
Peace Lily
Spathiphyllum is one of 36 species in a genus of tropical evergreens. It was discovered in the late 19th century growing wild in Central America. Spathiphyllum are prized for their large white flowers that appear sporadically throughout the year.
Stromanthe
Stromanthe is a genus of plant in the family of Marantaceae, native to the tropical portions of the Americas from Mexico to northern Argentina.
Arrangement
These mixed plants are prepared at the Ambius Nursery. The species of plants in the Arrangement can vary from time to time. They can contain Syngonium spp., Dracaena deremensis, Dracaena deremensis ‘Janet Craig’, Dracaena marginata, Scindapus auerus, and Spathiphyllum.
Ambius Maintenance and Servicing
Offering you the peace of mind we provide the complete maintenance of your indoor plants ensuring they continue to thrive
Tabletop plant benefits for offices and any indoor spaces
Tabletop plants are a simple yet effective way to bring greenery into your office or indoor space without requiring large floor areas. Ideal for desks, meeting rooms, receptions, or communal areas, plants add a fresh touch while creating a more relaxed and productive atmosphere. Species like Pothos, Peace Lilies, and smaller Dracaenas are popular choices, offering visual appeal with minimal upkeep. In office environments, tabletop plants can help reduce stress, boost focus, and soften sterile or tech-heavy spaces with a touch of nature.
Complementing tabletop plants, an extention of this design into alignment with floor standing containers, hanging containers, our range of green walls as well as a mention of our moss wall. Combined with the same vision and style, together this alignment provides cohesion in the aesthetics of your indoors, flowing throughout surfaces - perfect for modern interiors. At Ambius, we provide tailored plant solutions that suit your space, whether small-scale accents or bold green design features.
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Plant design, installation and maintenance
1. Survey
Our Plantscape design consultants assist in the design process and carry out a comprehensive survey of your premises. Understanding your vision and needs is at the core of our planning.
- Carrying out measurements and light readings
- Recommendation on the right plants and containers based on lighting, design requirements and budget
- Calculating the requirements for Green Star rated projects
- Ensuring a safe installation for you and your staff
2. Installation
We project manage all of our installations from start to completion.
- A seamless transition from sales to installation
- Ensuring the installation details are clear and suitable
- Continued guidance throughout the process
- A thorough Site Risk Assessment of the project prior to installation
- Ensuring your satisfaction with the final design
3. Service
Our dedicated local team of horticultural service technicians will maintain your plants, ensuring they continue to be healthy and thriving.
- Regular service cycle to ensure healthy and thriving plants
- Free of charge call outs within 24 business hours (Mon-Fri)
- Implementation of key horticultural service practices: Watering, cleaning, pruning and trimming, integrated pests and disease management, fertilising and replacing the plants if necessary
- Easily identifiable service team that provides discreet service
- Proof of service made available and Regular Quality Audits conducted
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Frequently asked questions
What plants are good desk plants?
Plants like Pothos, Peace Lily, ZZ Plant, and Peperomia are ideal desk companions. Although our range of plant species allows for a wide options of choices and designs to perfectly suit your space.
What are good plants for top shelf?
Trailing plants like Pothos work well on higher shelves. Their cascading foliage creates a striking visual effect while softening hard edges.
Which is the best plant to keep on the desktop?
Various varieties suit desktops specifically, from the ZZ Plant, Pothos, Peace Lily, Moth Orchid and more.