With their large, shiny leaves, tropical plants look very decorative and give rooms a whole new atmosphere. So it's no wonder that tropical leaves have been one of the hottest decoration trends since 2017! And this trend will last for a long time because it gives us a feeling of summer, warmth and vacation. Today we're going to show you a few beautiful ideas on how to create lavish use of greenery and botanical printsa good pinch of exoticismbring into your own four walls.
Tropical leaves bring a holiday feeling into your home!
The strong green of plants andBotanik-PrintsFits almost any decor, but works best in combination with styles such as glamour, boho, colonial and mid-century modern. Scandinavian minimalism can also be beautifully enlivened with a touch of exoticism. No matter what style of living is popular with you, there are countless ways in which you can implement the green leaf motifs into your furnishings. Here we show you some of them.
Tropical leaves decorate fabrics
Tropical print fabrics are one of the easiest ways to add a summery feel to your home. Leaf-patterned bedding, curtains, rugs, shower curtains, and pillowcases are just what you need when you want to redecorate a room with little effort. The tropical look doesn't always have to be brightly colored. A bedroom in gray, beige and white tones looks fresh and airy thanks to the bed linen in white and green.
Jungle feeling also in the spring-summer collection 2020 from H&M Home
The latest home collection from H&M Home is also inspired by tropical plants and botanical prints. The lush green is combined with gold and white. The label covers pillowcases and bed linens as well as tablecloths in different shades of green for a unified look. Natural materials and earthy tones go perfectly with this.
Tropical leaves types and names
Tropical plants likethe Monsteras are the epitome of the tropical look. In the print motifs we also see a variety of beautiful leaf shapes that have an extremely decorative effect. Popular urban jungle plants that are often used in tropical prints are:
Die Zimmeraralie (Aralia sieboldii, Fatsia japonica)
The royal fern (Osmunda regalis)
Die Paradiesvogelblume (Strelitzia reginae)
The dwarf banana tree (Musa acuminata)
The delicious window leaf (Monstera deliciosa)
The Frangipani (Plumeria)
The rubber tree (Ficus elastica)
Die Goldfruchtpalme (Dypsis lutescens)
Fan palms such as the dwarf palm (Chamaerops humilis)
Botany print wallpaper
Tropical leaf wallpaper is another lovely idea for those who want bigger interior changes than just a few pillows. A wallpaper with a jungle look sets off your bed impressively and can highlight the sofa in the living room. You can also integrate tropical plants as pattern wallpaper in the bathroom.
If you live in a rented apartment, you can easily purchase removable wallpaper. Self-adhesive wallpapers are also perfect for sprucing up wall clocks, stairs and chests of drawers. Here you can check out more ideas on how todecorate the staircasecan.
Spice up furniture with tropical prints
Leftover wallpaper is a great way to quickly and easily refresh old furniture. Dressers, bedside tables and cupboards can easily be decorated with self-adhesive wallpaper. Old chairs get a new look with new upholstery!
Tropical leaves as wall art
Murals also add a wonderful tropical flair. From the dining room to the home office - they suit every room. Depending on the motif and material, you can easily adapt your posters to the respective room. The variety of motifs is very large and you are guaranteed to find a motif that suits your taste. Even a large-format, illustrative print of a Monstera leaf looks extremely decorative on an empty wall. Stylized watercolor-style posters are also a real eye-catcher. Combined with sayings or black and white graphics, a special ensemble is created.
Tropical leaves and natural materials
What can the tropical motifs be best combined with? Rattan, bamboo, wicker and of course wood! Mahogany and teak are good choices for tropically decorated rooms. They usually come from tropical areas and are very durable, allowing you to create an exotic mood. For example, use seagrass baskets as planters or to store blankets or pillows. A round jute rug also has a natural, rustic look.
Jungle green and pink are a great color duo
Dark green and baby pink are a very charming combination in the home, especially for the girl's room. Pink looks super girly and takes the heaviness away from the green. Green, white and light wood complete the whole thing perfectly.
Window stickers for the bathroom
Are you looking for a beautiful and unobtrusive bathroom decoration? A window film with a leaf motif is a great idea for the bathroom window. These glass stickers offer sufficient privacy protection and still allow sunlight to pass through. You can also order window films cheaply online and have them printed with your own motif.
Dishes with tropical patterns for an exotic touch at the table
And why not bring a touch of exoticism to the table with a tropical decoration? Plates and tablecloths reminiscent of the freshness of summer create a beautiful, festive atmosphere. For a particularly elegant and luxurious touch on thefestive tableGold-colored cutlery also provides. If the tablecloth has a pattern, go for a plain-colored tableware set. And vice versa: combine your patterned tableware with plain table linen.
Idea for a simple craft project
Here's a super easy craft project you can do on a free afternoon. To make these chic decorative plates, you don't need any templates or special materials, just modeling clay and some paint. Because the project is so simple, you can even do it with your children. It's a great opportunity for them to express their creativity.
Tools & Materials:
Use a small bowl as a mold (e.g. 10 cm diameter)
Brush (flat and thin tip)
oven-hardening modeling clay
Acrylic craft paint (cream, forest green)
Pencil
Krylon pen for golden highlights
Form a ball of clay and place it in your bowl. If you want to make several jewelry plates, make sure that all the balls are the same size. Press the ball into the bowl to form a plate about 5mm thick. Carefully remove the ball from the bowl and continue to refine the shape as needed. Bake the plates in the oven according to package instructions.
After the dishes have cooled, paint them white with two coats. Use pencil to draw leaf shapes into the bowls as a guide for painting. Then use a very fine brush to paint the leaves. Paint a different leaf shape on each bowl. Finally, touch up the edges and sides of the bowls with a gold marker.
Now you can be inspired by the other ideas in our picture gallery and bring the urban jungle feeling into your own four walls!
Urban jungle style in the dining room
Printed throw pillows liven up any couch
Dark green as an accent in a Scandinavian gray and white bedroom
Neutral colors and grass green conjure up a beautiful atmosphere in the teenager's room
Boho style bedroom with palm tree carpet
Braided baskets as planters are trendy
A Monstera rug brings nature into the children's room
Hanging baskets are perfect as decoration for a boho bedroom
Baby pink, grey, white and green look fresh and modern
Tropical print throw pillows are an inexpensive way to brighten up the room
Combine patterned with plain colored throw pillows
Bright colors and a banana leaf print bedspread and pillows for a playful bedroom
Make your bathroom feel like the outdoors with a banana leaf shower curtain
Tropical leaf print bedding is an affordable way to spruce up the bedroom
Upholster your headboard with a banana leaf print fabric to make it bolder and more eye-catching
Headboard and curtains with the same pattern create a unified look
Tropical leaf print pillows will brighten up your bedroom and make it summery
