Indoor Plant Species, Their Benefits, and Care Tips



1. Snake Plant (Sansevieria trifasciata)

BENEFITS CARE

Purifies air by removing toxins like formaldehyde and benzene.

Produces oxygen even at night.

Low maintenance.

Improves indoor air quality.

Adds a modern touch to décor.

Water sparingly; allow soil to dry between waterings.

Tolerates low light but prefers indirect light.

Use well-draining soil.

Avoid cold drafts.

Fertilize once a month during growing season.



2. Spider Plant (Chlorophytum comosum)

BENEFITS CARE

Effective at removing indoor pollutants

Non-toxic to pets.

Promotes humidity.

Easy to propagate.

Adds a vibrant look to interiors.

Water moderately; keep soil slightly moist.

Prefers bright, indirect light.

Use well-draining soil.

Trim brown tips as needed.

Fertilize monthly in spring and summer.



3. Pothos (Epipremnum aureum)

BENEFITS CARE

Excellent air purifier

Grows in various light conditions.

Promotes humidity.

Easy to propagate.

Low maintenance.

Helps reduce indoor ozone levels.

Water when top inch of soil is dry.

Thrives in low to bright indirect light.

Use well-draining soil.

Prune to maintain shape.

Fertilize every 2-3 months.



4. Peace Lily (Spathiphyllum)

BENEFITS CARE

Filters indoor air pollutants

Adds humidity to the air.

Elegant white flowers enhance décor.

Low maintenance.

Can tolerate low light.

Keep soil consistently moist.

Prefers bright, indirect light.

Avoid direct sunlight.

Use well-draining, peat-based soil.

Fertilize every 6 weeks during growing season.



5. Aloe Vera (Aloe barbadensis miller)

BENEFITS CARE

Air purifier

Gel can be used for skin care.

Easy to maintain

Adds a desert aesthetic to décor.

Tolerates drought.

Water deeply but infrequently.

Prefers bright, indirect sunlight.

Use cactus potting mix.

Ensure good drainage.

Avoid overwatering.



6. ZZ Plant (Zamioculcas zamiifolia)

BENEFITS CARE

Air purifier

Tolerates low light conditions.

Low maintenance.

Drought-tolerant.

Adds a lush, green look to interiors.

Water when soil is dry

Tolerates low to bright indirect light.

Use well-draining soil.

Wipe leaves to remove dust.

Fertilize biannually.



7. Boston Fern (Nephrolepis exaltata)

BENEFITS CARE

Excellent air purifier.

Adds humidity to the air

Non-toxic to pets

Beautiful fronds enhance décor

Helps alleviate dry skin and dry throats.

Keep soil consistently moist

Prefers indirect light.

High humidity environment

Use peat-based potting mix.

Mist regularly.



8. Rubber Plant (Ficus elastica)

BENEFITS CARE

Effective air purifier.

Adds a bold look to décor.

Easy to grow.

Low maintenance

Can grow into a large indoor tree.

Water when top inch of soil is dry

Prefers bright, indirect light

Use well-draining soil.

Wipe leaves to remove dust.

Fertilize monthly during growing season.



9. Chinese Evergreen (Aglaonema)

BENEFITS CARE

Purifies air.

Tolerates low light conditions.

Adds a splash of color to interiors.

Low maintenance

Helps reduce indoor humidity.

Water when top inch of soil is dry.

Thrives in low to medium light.

Use well-draining soil.

Avoid cold drafts.

Fertilize every 2-3 months.



10. Dracaena (Dracaena spp.)

BENEFITS CARE

Air purifier.

Adds height and structure to décor.

Low maintenance

Tolerates low light conditions.

Helps reduce indoor toxins

Water when top inch of soil is dry

Prefers bright, indirect light.

Use well-draining soil.

Avoid overwatering.

Fertilize monthly during growing season.