With the growing variety of plants and flowers, choosing the ideal species to grow at home can be a difficult task. Even more so if you’re on the team that can’t keep anything alive for a long time (or that has a mini jungle at home). Thinking about that, Luiz Roberto Lisbonbiologist and expert on cobasicreated a list of flowers and plants that can be the ideal match for different profiles of caregivers.
Plants for plant mothers and fathers (those who know and like to care)
Ficus Lyrata: great choice for indoor environments. It looks impressive with its large, violin-shaped leaves – a stately plant that will add a tropical and elegant touch to any home decor.
Hydrangea: plant that prefers outdoor environments and that blooms in a variety of vibrant colors such as pink, blue, purple and white. In addition, it is a long-lasting species that looks good in any garden.
May’s flower: indoor plant, easily recognizable by its colorful flowering, usually in red, pink, orange and yellow. For those who prefer low-maintenance indoor plants, this is a great choice. Its flowers last for weeks and require simpler care.
For those who live in small apartments
Lucky Bamboo: very adapted to reduced environments, as it is compact and grows vertically, taking up little space. Lucky Bamboo is also easy to care for as it doesn’t require much water or direct sunlight and is a decorative plant that can add a touch of serenity and harmony to a room.
Violets: classic option for apartments because they are small and compact, in addition to having a wide variety of colors and flowers. They can be easily grown in vases and take up little space, but add a touch of color and joy to the environment. Not to mention that they are low maintenance plants and can bloom all year round.
Tillandsia: another low-maintenance plant as it only requires a little moisture, making it a practical choice for those short on space and time. It’s also super versatile – it can be hung on walls, windows or other less predictable places.
For those with a garden or large outdoor areas at home
Roses, hibiscus, ixoras and azaleas: these are perennial plants, which bloom annually, with flowers of different shapes and colors. In general, they adapt better to large spaces and require simpler care.
For those who are absent-minded (those people who always forget to water or expose to the sun)
Boa: resistant and easy-care plant, which can survive in different lighting conditions and does not need specific care in terms of watering (a humid substrate is enough).
Zamioculcas: a good choice for those who sometimes forget to water little plants frequently, as it is resistant and does not require much maintenance. She likes moisture, but not soggy soil. Great for indoor and low-light environments.
Peace Lily: Can grow in low light conditions and likes water in a higher volume to survive. They are resistant, without losing the charm and elegance of their characteristic white “flowers”.
For those who will start now
Anthurium: rustic and easy to care for, it can be grown both indoors and outdoors (but as long as it is not exposed to direct sunlight all day long!). It has colorful and attractive flowers, making it an excellent choice for anyone wanting to learn about different types of plants.
Rafis Palm: hard-wearing and easy-care, great for indoors; all with a sleek look that is sure to help create a tropical feel in any space.
Sword of Saint George: versatile, can be grown in different types of environments. It has an interesting look that unites rusticity and sophistication, and for that, just use colorful pots when planting them.
For those who are also pet moms and dads
According to the American Society for the Prevention of Cruelty to Animals (ASPCA), plants such as areca bamboo and the sunflower are considered safe plants to have in environments where these animals circulate. Still, it is important to bear in mind that, as with any other plant, it is highly recommended that pets do not interact by chewing or ingesting leaves, stems or fruits of ornamental plants, because, like humans, each organism reacts in a different way and ingestion of plants can be harmful.