10 unpretentious indoor plants that will decorate your home

These plants will withstand occasional watering and will not require constant attention. Some of them are safe for children and animals – scroll through our selection.

1. Succulents

After the sultry and arid South American prairies, they are no longer afraid of anything. They are distinguished by dense stems or leaves with special fabrics that conserve moisture. The most famous representatives of this group are cacti.

Taking care of them is not difficult. Use a specially selected potting mix for succulents. If you don’t like thorns, choose non-thorny cacti: Discocactus, Ailostera, Mammillaria Bokasskaya.

How often to water? Once every two days in summer and once every four days in other seasons.
Are they dangerous for children and animals? Most succulents are not poisonous but have sharp thorns.

2. Zamioculcas

Ideal for dimly lit rooms. Unpretentious in care: you can periodically forget about watering, fertilizing and transplanting. Oddly enough, the plant will do best in poor, unfertilized soil with sand and good drainage.

In addition, zamiokulkas will not take up much space: a narrow tall pot will suit him.

How often to water? When the soil in the pot is completely dry (if in doubt, wait another day before watering).
Is it dangerous for children and animals? It can cause poisoning in anyone who wants to taste it.

3. Chlorophytum

This variegated perennial shrub immediately attracts attention with its green narrow leaves with a white border. Great for planters and tall structures. The soil can be any, as well as the size of the pot.

Chlorophytum will not be afraid of shading and coolness (up to +10 C). At the same time, the plant cleans and humidifies the air in the house well. It is believed that it even neutralizes negative energy.

How often to water? In spring and summer, once every two days, in autumn and winter – once a week.
Is it dangerous for children and animals? No.

4. Crassula

The same “money tree”, which, according to popular belief, brings financial well-being. It got its name due to dense leaves that retain moisture. Dry air and a long absence of watering will not harm her.

Feels equally good in the south and north of the apartment. By the way, it is distinguished by its fertility: it is enough to stick its leaf into water or into the ground – and in a few days you will receive a ready-made seedling.

How often to water? In winter – 1-2 times a month, in spring and autumn – once a week, in summer – 1-2 times a week.
Is it dangerous for children and animals? May cause poisoning – be careful.

5. Ficus

If you occasionally forget to water or fertilize your plants, ficus is the perfect option. It is not easy to destroy him with a lack of care: he is not afraid even of dry air and lack of light.

For small spaces, you can choose varieties with small, but no less spectacular leaves. But overgrown specimens will calmly react to pruning.

How often to water? Depending on the condition of the soil. Dip your finger into the ground: if the ground is dry and crumbling, it’s time to water.
Is it dangerous for children and animals? Dangerous for people with asthma and animals (if swallowed).

6. Sansevieria

If you have no experience growing plants, start with sansevieria. She is practically indifferent to heat and cold, light and shade, moisture and drought. In the winter months, it can do without watering at all.

One of the few houseplants that will survive drafty hallways and front doors.

How often to water? As soon as the soil dries out. In winter, watering is limited: once every 2-3 weeks.
Is it dangerous for children and animals? It is safe for humans, but if ingested, it can cause poisoning in animals.

7. Pachira Aquatika

It is also called the “bottle tree” and is believed to bring good luck and prosperity. At the same time, it is very easy to point out the plant: it can be placed in a shaded corner of the room, deprived of watering and spraying (up to 7–10 days). An excess of light and abundant moisture will only destroy it.

How often to water? Everything is individual: make sure that the soil does not dry out. If the leaves of the plant have become sluggish, then it needs to be watered more often.
Is it dangerous for children and animals? No, the plant is safe for everyone.

8. Spathiphyllum

Its whimsical mini-cala-like white flowers will delight you all year round. Spathiphyllum tolerates a lack of moisture well: after a week or two without water, the flowers may wilt, but immediately after watering they will come to life.

The plant will not refuse fertilizers, but it will not disappear without them. The main thing is to protect it from drafts and cold.

How often to water? In summer – every three days, in winter – once a week.
Is it dangerous for children and animals? Yes, it is better to put the plant higher.

9. Nolina (Beaucarnea)

Feel free to go on a trip for one or two weeks – the plant will feel fine. Nolina grows in the desert, and therefore is accustomed to a lack of moisture. The soil the plant needs is loose and low-nutrient.

How often to water? Once every 5-7 days, in the heat – more often. In winter, on the contrary, you need to water twice a month.
Is it dangerous for children and animals? No.

10. Scindapsus golden

Lovers of climbing plants and vertical gardening will like it. Scindapsus shoots with heart-shaped, juicy green leaves in a yellow-white speck will transform even the most shaded corner of the room.

The plant can do without the sun at all, with artificial lighting. It will take root well in the kitchen or in the bathroom, regardless of temperature changes and moisture. And the air in the room will become cleaner.

How often to water? As soon as the soil in the pot dries out by about a third.
Is it dangerous for children and animals? Poisonous, suitable for homes where there are no pets.