This is a nice design element everyone could have in their home!  Because of its neutral pot, it works for multiple styles, mine of which is rustic elegance.  If you look at it closely you can definitely tell its artificial with the openings and wiring inside.  Reminds me of a Christmas tree, where you can see the inner parts.  However, from about 2 and a half feet away you cannot tell.  And someone would have to be looking directly at it to even notice from close range.  The leaves are a rich and a bright, deep green (more of a blue-green than a yellow-green that the online picture suggests).  I am happy with my purchase.