Pick up all fallen leaves on the soil. This is the best way to clean large plants such as rubber plants that are difficult to move. Pin By Ana K On Good Omens Plant Care Houseplant Pretty Plants Plant Care Use a soft washcloth with a bit of warm water and mild soap to gently rub the tops and undersides of the leaves. How to wipe houseplant leaves . One aspect of plant care that we sometimes forget about is cleaning your plants leaves. Keep The Houseplant Free From Dust. Lightly wipe up both sides of all leaves to exclude any dust and grime over your plant. In nature plants are periodically cleansed by falling rain but indoor plants need to be cleaned as wel. The best ways are to wipe them with a cloth duster or brush rinse them with water spray them with a dilute soap solution or use compressed air to remove dirt. It does take a bit more time and can be fiddly but you usually have to do it less often. Dunk your cloth in water and then squeeze out any excess liquid...