All your questions answered in this wonderful book by Jane Perrone. Have you ever wondered why the leaves of the Swiss cheese plant have holes? Or why – despite your best efforts – you can’t keep some of your plants alive?

Then you are not alone! In Legends of the Leaf she digs deep beneath the surface to reveal the answers. By exploring how they grow in the wild, and the ways they are understood and used by the people who live among them.

Each houseplant history in this beautifully illustrated collection is accompanied by a detailed care guide and practical advice, but it is only by understanding their roots that we can truly unlock the secrets to helping plants thrive.