We Buy Rare Plants

The Luxe Leaf Co. is a rare plant buyer based in Bakersfield, California, purchasing collector plants from growers and hobbyists across the United States. Whether you have a single rare specimen or an entire houseplant collection you'd like to sell, we make fair, no-obligation offers on the plants that fit our inventory. If you've been looking for a trusted rare plant buyer, we'd love to hear from you.

What We Buy

We purchase a wide range of rare houseplants and collector plants, including variegated Monstera (such as Monstera Albo and Thai Constellation), rare Anthurium (including crystallinum, veitchii, and warocqueanum), collector Alocasia (such as Frydek, Black Velvet, and Regal Shields), and uncommon Philodendron (including Pink Princess, Gloriosum, and Melanochrysum). We also consider other rare aroids, mature specimens, and select corms and cuttings from established growers. Don't see your plant listed? Submit it anyway — our needs change regularly.

How the Process Works

Selling your rare plants to us is straightforward. First, submit clear photos and basic details about your plant using the form above — include the species, size, condition, and your asking price. Second, our team reviews your submission to determine whether it's a good fit for our current inventory. Third, if your plant is a match, we'll contact you by email or phone with a fair offer. There's no obligation to accept, and submitting your plant is completely free. You can also browse our shop to see the types of plants we carry.

Healthy Plants Preferred

We prefer healthy, well-established plants. Plants that are actively growing, pest-free, and have strong root systems receive the strongest offers. If your plant has minor imperfections, include those details in your submission — transparency helps us make a fair assessment. We understand that even experienced growers have plants with quirks, so don't hesitate to submit if your plant isn't perfect.

Individual Plants and Collections

We buy both individual rare plants and entire houseplant collections. If you're a hobbyist selling a single prized specimen, a collector downsizing your collection, or a grower liquidating inventory, we can work with you. Collection liquidations are handled on a case-by-case basis — just submit the details of what you have and we'll take it from there.

Local and Nationwide Sellers

We purchase rare houseplants from sellers across the entire United States. Local sellers in Bakersfield and throughout California can arrange in-person pickup, while out-of-state sellers can ship plants to us using our provided shipping instructions. Whether you're around the corner or across the country, we welcome your submission.

Fair Offers

We strive to make fair, transparent offers on every plant we review. Because we purchase plants for resale, our offers are typically below retail market value — this reflects the time, care, and risk involved in acclimating and reselling each plant. We'll always be upfront about our offer so you can make an informed decision with no pressure.

Typical Response Time

Most submissions receive a response within 1–3 business days if your plant is a good fit for our inventory. If we pass on your plant, you may not hear back — but you're always welcome to submit again in the future as our needs evolve. Ready to sell your rare houseplants? Use the form above to get started.