Artificial plants also known as fake plants, are imitations of natural plants used for decoration, commercial and sometimes made for scientific purposes. Nowadays, they are broad selections of artificial plants that are distinguishable from real plants by casual observation for detailed botanical or artistic purposes. Other than plastics, artificial plants can be made out of paper, silk or even polyester. Just like clothing, they may also use cotton or rayon. Since they are inspired by real living plants, there are a lot of species that you can purchase online or in-store to decorate your house or even for wedding flower arrangements. Here are the top 8 artificial plants in Malaysia.
How To Buy The Right Artificial Plant
Artificial plants are usually mass-produced so there are a lot of selections out there. Researching the species of the plant, checking the details and the purpose of buying the plant are some of the things you have to give a thought to before purchasing an artificial plant.
- Research the species
You should do research regarding the species of the plants you want to buy so you can avoid further confusion. Knowing what type of artificial plant you want to use will ease the purchasing progress.
- Check the details
You should check every detail of the artificial plants because a glossy finish can come across to be a bit tacky. You would want artificial plants that look real and natural so try to avoid this kind of finish.
- Purpose of buying
You should buy with a purpose to avoid wasting money and it is not convenient to have a bunch of unused artificial plants around your house. They can collect a bunch of dust and will take up space so only purchase them when you know it is usable for you
8 Best Artificial Plants in Malaysia 2024
1. Assorted Potted Artificial Plants
These artificial plants offer 10 different kinds of species and come in a mini pot with the right fitting of the plants. Their selections are making it easier for you to choose ones based on your preference. Pick one now and start decorating your living room or place it on top of your outdoor coffee table to lighten up the surrounding.
Specifications:
- Material: Polypropylene
- Species Available: Philodend Leaf, Orchid Grass, Fittonia Leaf, Chrysanthemum, Romana Leaf, Cassia, Peperomia, Hot Peperomia, Viola, Tropica
Pros:
✅ Good for room decoration and wedding events
✅ The quickest way to brighten up a room
✅ Suitable for indoor and outdoor
Price: RM6.44 – RM9.87
*Prices may vary at the time of purchase
2. Phalaenopsis Leaf Artificial Plant
The artificial Phalaenopsis leaves are commonly small in size and decorated in a small pot to enhance the appearance of their green leaves. The imitations of parallel veins on the leaves look natural enough to fool anyone with a single glance. Its affordability is also one of many reasons why you have to pick this artificial plant.
Specifications:
- Material: Plastic
- Sizes Available: 22cm, 24cm, 32cm
Pros:
✅ Affordable
✅ Small appearance
✅ Suitable for indoor and outdoor
Price: RM0.70 – RM3.14
*Prices may vary at the time of purchase
3. Willow Artificial Plants
These artificial plants come in a bunch that consists of 175 pieces of leaves and all of the 4 different colours are beautiful with great details to imitate the real willow leaves. If you are looking for artificial plants for a wedding ceremony, this species is perfect due to its elegant and delicate look.
Specifications:
- Material: Plastic
- Species Available: Willow Leaf
- Colours Available: Green, Light Green, White, Champagne
Pros:
✅ Long-lasting
✅ Nice appearance
✅ Suitable for indoor and outdoor
Price: RM3.98
*Prices may vary at the time of purchase
4. Potted Creeper Artificial Plants
These types of artificial plants will look great as room decoration as it adds up some colour to the ambience and can change the way you view the room. It comes with a pot so you can place it anywhere you prefer. Made of polypropylene so it is odourless so you do not have to worry about the smell.
Specifications:
- Material: Polypropylene
- Species Available: Nickels Small, Golden Pothos, Ficus Pumila, Persian Yard, Salix Jalar, Euca Anggur, Senecio, Tea Leaves, Mimalu, Red Cone, Brown Cone, Water Leaf, Salix Lima, Sichit Nickles, Norain Yard
Pros:
✅ Odourless
✅ Nice appearance
✅ Suitable for indoor and outdoor
Price: RM16.13 – RM25.73
*Prices may vary at the time of purchase
5. Eucalyptus Artificial Plants
You do not need a green thumb to know that eucalyptus artificial plants are beautiful in terms of shapes and colours. It is round in shape and offers a variety of colours such as light blue, champagne and green, they are perfect for flower arrangements. Made of silk cloth, it is soft to touch and easy to arrange.
Specifications:
- Material: Silk Cloth
- Colours Available: Autumn Green, Green, Autumn Light Purple, Royal Blue, Light Blue, Gules, Champagne, Pink, White
Pros:
✅ Silk material
✅ Great appearance
✅ Suitable for indoor and outdoor
Price: RM5.50
*Prices may vary at the time of purchase
6. Potted Rosemary Artificial Plants
The real and living rosemary has powerful antibacterial, antiviral, and antifungal properties when consume but this artificial rosemary will make a great decoration in your room. Talcum powder is dusted on the leaves to imitate the real plant so the artificial plant looks a lot more natural. Its branches are made with wire to hold the plant in place so it will not be out of shape.
Specifications:
- Material: Polypropylene, Paper Pulp Pot
- Species Available: Rosemary
Pros:
✅ Nice appearance
✅ Great imitation
✅ Suitable for indoor and outdoor
Price: RM15.97
*Prices may vary at the time of purchase
7. Potted Bonsai Artificial Plants
The aim of growing a real Bonsai is to create a miniaturised representation of nature but in the form of a tree. If you want to own a bonsai but do not have the time to care for one, get this artificial bonsai instead. It will not fade due to its material and can be placed anywhere in your house since it comes with a small pot.
Specifications:
- Material: Plastic
- Species Available: Assorted
Pros:
✅ Nice appearance
✅ Variety of choices
✅ Suitable for indoor and outdoor
Price: RM2.69 – RM7.94
*Prices may vary at the time of purchase
8. Purple Mini Succulents Artificial Plants
Mini succulents are a mini version of an average-sized succulent. The artificial mini succulents are typically decorated with moss or small pebbles and are suitable for someone that prefers small-sized plants. Made of polypropylene, it will not wilt nor fade so all you need to do is brush off the built-up dust and it will look brand new.
Specifications:
- Material: Polypropylene
- Designs Available: Assorted
- Colours Available: Purple
Pros:
✅ Mini-sized
✅ Variety of choices
✅ Suitable for indoor and outdoor
Price: RM1.83 – RM4.71
*Prices may vary at the time of purchase
Disclosure: This list was compiled by the team at My Weekend Plan after extensive research and shared opinions to suggest helpful recommendations for the public. The sequence of brands is in no particular order so if you have any other great suggestions too, please email us support@myweekendplan.com.my. For more information, kindly refer to our copyright, privacy & disclosure policy.
