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Calathea, also known as Rattlesnake plant, is among the most beautiful houseplants. It has pleasing colored and patterned foliage. Leaves are upright, boldly marked with the zebra-like pattern of vivid colors such as green and yellow green on the upper surface and green and light purple or red on the lower surface. This plant purifies the air and is super-easy to grow. It likes a bright spot in your home, but not in the sun. Keep soil moist, not saturated.

Peperomia Rossii

Grow peperomia in a medium or bright spot to keep the plant happiest. They can tolerate low light, but may not thrive as well and the foliage may not be as interesting.

Water peperomia when the soil feels dry to the touch. Many varieties of this small houseplant can effectively hold water in their fleshy stems and leaves during times of drought, which makes them a great houseplant for busy plant parents.

You don't really need to fertilize peperomias, but you can if you'd like these easy-to-grow houseplants to grow a little faster. Use any fertilizer made for indoor plants and follow the directions on the packaging.

Dieffenbachia prefers diffused sunlight or partial shade, but will tolerate full shade, which is why it is well-suited as a houseplant. It thrives in temperatures between 60 and 75°F. Your dieffenbachia should be watered regularly, with soil being allowed to dry between waterings. It can be planted in any good quality, well-drained potting media and should be repotted as needed to allow for best growth. To encourage even growth, rotate your plant often.

Sansevieria, more well known as “Snake plant” or “Mother-in-law’s tongue”. Their leaves are stiff, very thick and grows vertically forming dense upright stands. It grows well in bright light but can sustain in low light levels as well. This is one of the easiest houseplants to grow. Grows well with light watering and will even forgive you for letting it dry out over a long three day weekend.

With their thick, woody stems and oval-shaped leaves, jade plants have a miniature tree-like appearance that makes them very appealing for use as a decorative houseplant. They live for a very long time, often being passed down from generation to generation

and reaching heights of two to three feet over time when grown indoors. Though jade plants like the warm, dry conditions found in most homes, keep moisture to light side of dry.

Aloe Vera Best knowing for its healing properties and its ability to clean the air. One of the benefits of growing aloe is its ability to sooth a minor household burn or sunburn. Snap off a leaf and you can keep it in the refrigerator for up to one week. Prefers to be tight in the pot or root bound. Aloe is not fussy, doesn’t need a lot of attention.
Prefers bright light with a bit of sun, but not all day on hot south window.To water just let it soak in the sink every two to three weeks.

Peperomia Obtusifloria

The Peperomia Obtusifolia is a succulent-like variety of Peperomia, originally found in the rainforests of South America. Also known as the Baby Rubber Plant, it is actually unrelated to the Hevea Bransiliensis, the primary resource of natural rubber. The Peperomia Obtusifolia (or Peperomia Green) is characterized by its thick upright stems with glossy, oversized leaves. It stores water in its thick leaves, which shrivel in drought and plump when water is available. Leaves are typically dark green, but can also have white or yellow variegation that resembles marbling.

Tillandsia (Air Plants)

Tillandsia - Commonly known as air plants, these botanical curiosities can be found in jungles, rain forests or deserts - from sea level to high mountain regions, and increasingly in homes and offices where their low-maintenance and intriguing shapes are hugely appealing. Although these are low care plants, that is not the same as no care at all. Provide your tillandsia with the light, water and air circulation they need, and they will thrive for you!