What are the best natural plants to have in your home or apartment?

In addition to decorating, plants bring life and joy to domestic environments.

Bringing a plant into your home can transform the environment, making it more welcoming and pleasant. For those who want to start an indoor garden or even have a plant of their own, plant specialist Murilo Soares, from the channel Spanish plants on YouTube, suggests species that adapt well to different light conditions and spaces, both in houses and apartments.

Below is a guide with plant suggestions and the most suitable environments for each of them.

House plans

The sword of Saint George

Known for its hardiness, Espada-de-São-Jorge is a versatile option that adapts well to different environments, including bedrooms and areas with little sun. In addition to being practical, it is famous for its air purifying properties.

Ficus elastica (rubber fig)

With large, thick and shiny leaves, Ficus elastica is ideal for well-lit environments, such as living rooms near windows. This plant requires indirect light and careful watering, avoiding excess water so as not to compromise its roots.

Orchids

Perfect for decorating and adding a delicate touch, orchids love environments with indirect light and good ventilation, such as living rooms or home entrances. They are elegant plants, however they require moderate watering and special care with humidity.

Peperomia raindrop

With round, shiny leaves that resemble raindrops, Peperomia raindrop looks beautiful on shelves or countertops. It adapts well to environments with indirect light and has low irrigation requirements, ideal for those looking for easy-care plants.

Succulent broken heart

This exotic-looking succulent plant is an excellent choice for composing compositions on tables or benches with good lighting. Its leaves form small heart-shaped “slices”, and it requires indirect light and sporadic watering.

Apartment plans

Maranta Tricolore

With leaves that mix green, pink and cream, Maranta Tricolor gives color to the environment and is recommended for spaces with indirect light, such as bookcases or coffee tables. It loves humidity, so it can be a good option for bathrooms.

Peace lily

The Peace Lily is a plant that adapts well to low light conditions and has the ability to purify the air, making it excellent for living rooms and bedrooms. With its delicate white flowers, it is a popular choice for those looking for a touch of elegance.

Maranta Burlé

Maranta Burle, with its green, striped leaves, is a compact plant, ideal for small spaces. It grows well in places with indirect light and humidity, such as the bathroom, but it can also be placed in the living room, as long as it is away from direct light.

Green Boa

Easy to care for, Green Jiboia grows well in dimly lit locations, making it ideal for hallways and shelves. It is a fast-growing plant that can be grown on hanging supports or trellises, giving it a lush look.

Anthurium

With its bright flowers, Anthurium is perfect for adding a touch of color to indirect light environments, such as the living room. This plant is also hardy and easy to care for, requiring only moderate watering and avoiding direct light.

Source: Terra

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