House plants history summary

The histories of houseplants and container gardening are closely intertwined. This timeline aims to highlight significant moments in this rich history.
1478 BCE

In Ancient Egypt, Queen Hatshepsut grew frankincense in her temple.

Ancient Greeks and Romans cultivated laurel trees in terracotta vessels.

Renaissance

Ornamental plants were introduced to Europe from Anatolia and East Indies.

Aristocracy of France and England enjoyed exotic plants.

17th century
18th century

Lower classes enjoyed house plants as more species were brought from Africa, Asia and South America.

House plants became popular in Victorian house.

19th century
20th century

House plants became common in offices during World War II, and became wildly avalible after the war.

House plants sill maintained and expanded its papularity espicaly in 2020 were house plants sales reached all time high during COVID-19 pandemic.

Currently
See also:
First plants
First Flower
First trees
Agru hist