Keeping house plants is a great way to cozy up your home, although it can be quite a commitment if you aren’t used to watering them every day. For those looking for low-maintenance plants to grow indoors, I’ve put together a list of different types from Bloomscape that are both aesthetically pleasing and easy to take care of. Not only are these plants a nice addition to your space and make for the perfect Instagrams, but they also have health benefits. Some are known for their air purification abilities, while others can even be used in your skincare routine. You won’t need to worry about inviting insects into your home along with these plants, as many of them don’t cause this problem at all. Forgetting to water some of these plants is also not a major issue, as they can even last through droughts.

Scroll down to take a look at the easiest houseplants to grow, along with some useful tips on how to take care of them. When you’re ready to purchase, you can get $15 off your first purchase of $50+ via my link. While you’re here, check out some of the best modern vases for your indoor plants.

Ponytail palm

Fun, distinct, and handy - this plant is low-maintenance and super adaptable to changes. The Ponytail Palm is drought tolerant, slow-growing, and requires very little care. This plant is ideal for people with very little time or who travel regularly. The Ponytail Palm will be perfectly happy being watered every couple of weeks and left alone to soak up the sunlight. This distinct plant brings a little fun to any room in your home.

Bird of Paradise

Impressive and tropical with large, glossy leaves - Bird of Paradise is considered the queen of the indoor plant world. This large, upright plant adds a rich, tropical flair to your space as its glossy, banana-shaped leaves fan out. It is relatively hardy and adapts to a wide spectrum of light conditions from direct sun to low, indirect light, but will flourish in a sunny spot.

Aglaonema indo princess

Low maintenance with unique camouflage-pattered leaves - the Indo Princess Aglaonema is known for its distinctive grayish-green foliage with rich deep green spots and chevrons. Because of their tolerance for both moist and dry conditions, and the fact that they will thrive with low light, they are a perfect choice for less than ideal light conditions or forgetful plant owners. This species of Aglaonemais native to Indonesia and is perfectly suited for a modern living room or office, dim bedroom, or cozy study. The Indo Princess Aglaonema will even flourish in offices with very little or no natural light and adapt and do quite in under fluorescent lighting.

bamboo palm

Lush and dramatic with dark green fronds - the Bamboo Palm is found in the forests of Mexico and Central America where it lives in the shade of larger trees. This means it has adapted to lower light conditions found in most homes. It is a great choice for the home or office because it rates highly on NASA’s list of air-purifying plants.

Dracaena limelight

Full and bright with wide neon leaves - the Dracaena Limelight is among the easiest indoor plants around. This bright indoor plant will flourish and adapt in almost any environment. With glossy, electric lime green leaves this native African tropical houseplant thrives as a low-light interior plant and even adapts to fluorescent lighting. It will also grow well in indirect bright light, but the foliage will be a lighter green in color.

Prickly pear cactus

Playful and easy to care for, the Prickly Pear Cactus has bright green paddle-like pads that actually grow on top of each other. A Prickly Pear is perfect for the person who wishes to add a bit of green to their environment with limited time to care for plants. Native to the hot, dry desert climates of South America, Central America, and the southern parts of North America, the Prickly Pear thrives in a warm sunny spot in your home.

KIMBERLY QUEEN FERN

Graceful, soft, and timeless - the fern grows upright, making it perfect for hanging baskets. This fern will enjoy regular mistings and warmer temperatures and will, in turn, clean and filter the air of pollutants and toxins.

Dracaena marginata open weave

Fun and delicate, with woven stems and spiky, upright leaves - this Dracaena Marginata variety is tall with an open braid weave consisting of 4 canes or stems. Its thin, green leaves banded in red or pink on top of slender stems make a delicate, slight abstract silhouette. As it grows, it maintains its upright appearance making it perfect for blank walls, spots behind furniture or narrow corners.

SANSERVIERIA

Architectural and sturdy - this plant is super easy to take care of and highly adaptable. Sansevierias have stiff, upright, sword-like leaves. Its architectural nature makes it a natural choice for modern and contemporary interior designs. If you’re new to plant ownership or are simply looking for an easy-care houseplant, the Sansevieria is the plant for you. This hardy plant remains popular because of its adaptability to a wide range of growing conditions. It can withstand full sun and handle low light—though it will do best in indirect sunlight. And because the Sansevieria is native to the arid deserts of West Africa, it does not require much water, especially in the winter. NASA research has shown that Sansevierias purifies and clean indoor areas by removing toxins such as formaldehyde and benzene. Since they produce oxygen mainly at night, Sansevierias make excellent bedroom companions.

Philodendron hope selloum

Stunning, exotic, and vibrant with large, serrated leaves - this incredible houseplant makes a huge impact. Its impressively large leaves are heart-shaped, medium green, and glossy with deep, wavy incisions along the edges. This jungle giant is not only beautiful, but also a very forgiving, adaptable, and low-maintenance houseplant.This Philodendron is a fun tropical addition to any space in your home and also filters certain toxins from the air, improving the overall air quality in your home.

Money Tree

Easy and graceful, with large leaves and a braided trunk - the Money Tree is a perfect indoor foliage plant to give you a tropical feel. With its braided stem and bright green palm looking leaves, it looks both like a tree and palm. The Money Tree gets its name because the Feng Shui practice believes it will bring positive energy and good luck to the owner. It has been said this plant reduces stress, anxiety and may also help lessen sleeping disorders.

Burgundy rubber tree

Robust and dramatic with large, glossy leaves - the Burgundy Rubber Tree is a spectacular indoor plant with thick, glossy leaves that range from a rich burgundy red to almost black. It is strong and sturdy but doesn’t like change—so pick a bright spot and let it do its thing! Native to the rainforests of India and South America, it can quickly adapt to common indoor temperatures. Given enough bright light, ample humidity, and with careful watering, your Rubber Tree will thrive in your home, filling the corner of a room within a few years.

Dracaena janet craig

Whimsical and low maintenance - the Dracaena Janet Craig is highly adaptable and very easy to care for. They thrive on neglect, adapt to low light conditions, and need very little water. This, along with their size and upright growth, makes the Dracaena Janet Craig a perfect plant for beginners who need a large, indoor plant in their home. Plus, NASA lists it as an excellent plant for removing harmful chemicals from the air.

Thanks for reading! Remember - plants come fully grown and potted, straight from Bloomscape’s greenhouse. When you’re ready to purchase, you can get $15 off your first purchase of $50+ via my link because there’s no such thing as too many plants.