10 Low Maintenance Indoor Plants Ideal for Beginners (Easy-care Houseplants)
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The easy-care, low-maintenace indoors plants are hassle-free plants that do not require very frequent care and can withstand some level of neglect.
These plants are ideal for a beginner plant parent. If you are new to houseplant parenthood and do not know where to start, choose from our list of the low maintenance, easy care indoor plants.
These plants are also perfect for the busy houseplant parent who has very limited time to attend to their plants. Do not stress over your plants care. The list below comprises of very hardy plants which will not fail you.
Low-maintenance Indoor Plants for Beginners
The best low maintenance houseplants include the Snake Plants, Pothos, Monstera, Heartleaf Philodendron, Areca Palm, Chinese Evergreens, Rubber Plants, Jade Plants among others.
1. Snake Plants (Sansevieria trifasciata)
If you are looking for a plant with a tough constitution and easy to care for, Snake Plant is such a plant. It is slow growing, low maintenance and extremely hardy (almost indestructible).
Snake Plants can withstand low light, dry air, drafts and periods of dryness. The only drawback for these plants is root-rot which is brought about by soggy soil.
The sword-shaped leaves give Snake Plants an architectural look which makes it ideal for any space.
Learn more on how to grow and care for Snake Plants
2. Pothos (Scindapsus aureus)
The Pothos are hard to kill houseplants that easily adapt to indoor growing conditions. They are also very colorful and very versatile.
If kept away from drafts, direct sunlight and with moderate watering, Pothos will thrive even with some level of neglect. They are also good indoor air cleaners.
Read more on how to grow and care for Pothos
3. Areca palm (Dypsis lutescens)
The Areca Palm is one of the most popular of the palms on account of its hardiness, beauty and ease of care.
The beauty of Areca Palm emanates from its yellowish bamboo-like canes and beautiful arching foliage. It is also a good indoor air cleaner.
4. Swiss Cheese Plant (Monstera deliciosa)
Swiss Cheese Plant is a popular plant that easily adapts to indoor growing conditions. The large, deeply-cut, perforated leaves of Swiss Cheese Plant are a sight to behold.
Monstera is a suitable stand alone plant for occupying large empty spaces at it can grow upright when provided with support.
Though Monstera can adapt to various light requirements adequate light is needed to produce the large leaves.
Learn more on how to grow and care for Swiss Cheese Plant (Monstera)
5. Rubber Plant (Ficus elastica)
Rubber Plant is a hardy, easy-care plant which is easily adaptable to a wide range of growing conditions.
The stately Rubber Plant is a popular stand alone plant for the large spaces. The large shiny leaves clearly stand out and give any room a very exotic look. It is also a good indoor air cleaner.
Read more on how to grow and care for Rubber Plants
6. Heartleaf Philodendron (Philodendron scandens)
Heartleaf Philodendron also called Sweetheart Plant is a hardy, easy-care plant based on its ability to withstand neglect and poor growing conditions.
The beautiful Heartleaf Philodendron is easy to grow and will easily adapt to indoors growing conditions. It is also a good indoor air cleaner.
Learn more on how to grow and care for Heartleaf Philodendron
7. Corn Palm (Dracaena fragrans)
Corn Palm is an easy care houseplant that will easily adapt to a wide range in the lighting. However, it does not like to be exposed to direct sunlight.
This Dracaena Plant is a popular plant on account of its large yellow-striped leaves which will brighten up even the dullest of places.
According to a study carried out by NASA (National Aeronautics and Space Administration), Corn Palm was found to be a good indoor air cleaner.
Read more on how to grow and care for Corn Palm
8. Chinese Evergreens (Aglaonema)
Chinese Evergreen is regarded as one of the most tolerant and reliable of the easy-care houseplants.
The Chinese Evergreen will adapt well to varying light levels and will even thrive in the poorly lit spots. It is also a good air cleaner.
Learn more on how to grow and care for Chinese Evergreens
9. Jade Plant (Crassula ovata)
Jade Plant is a popular succulent plant with thick branches and thick, shiny and smooth, yellowish-green leaves which grow in opposite pairs along the branch and it can withstand a great deal of neglect and mismanagement and is easy to grow even for a beginner.
Jade Plant like Crassula coccinea (Sunglow Plant), Crassula arborescens (Silver Dollar Jade), Crassula brevifolia (Crassula pearsonii) and Crassula capitella 'Campfire' can survive a considerable period of time without being watered as the fleshy leaves and stems store water. They are some of the best easy-care, low-maintenace plants.
Crassula ovata blossoms in bright light with 4-6 hours of direct sunlight, average warmth of 15-260C , moderate humidity of 50-55% and moderately moist, rich, well-drained, succulents potting soils coupled with monthly feeding in the growing season.
Read more on how to grow and care for Jade Plant
10. Spider Plant (Chlorophytum comosum)
Spider Plant is a popular easy care plant that is extremely adaptable to a wide range of growing conditions.
The spectacular Spider Plant will grow in hot or cool rooms, in sun or shade and will withstand dry air. It is also a good indoor air cleaner.
Learn more on how to grow and care for Spider Plant
