The green lushness of houseplants bring life into a room, literally and figuratively. As ornamental as houseplants are, many also provide health benefits by purifying the air and increasing humidity in the dry chill of winter. Flowering houseplants add another layer of enjoyment, bringing color and maybe even scent into your decor.
Many people shy away from houseplants because even the most hardy houseplant will eventually require some care. But you would be surprised at how a handful of plants can survive on the most minimal attention. If you'd like to try your hand at growing plants indoors or you're looking to brighten someone else's abode, here's a selection of houseplants that will thrive with minimal care and in varying degrees of sunshine.
African Violet (Saintpaulia) | Fibrous Rooted Begonias | Bromeliads | Christmas Cactus - Growing and Caring for Christmas Cactus |
Clivia or Kaffir Lily (Clivia Miniata) | Peace Lily (Spathiphyllum floribundum) |
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