The Best Houseplants for Beginners
These houseplants are the best place to start your collection. They are all easy to grow and can generally withstand erratic watering, uneven or bad light, and fluctuating temperatures. They will thrive in dorm rooms, offices, and sometimes even dismal corners. Golden Pothos Vine There is a reason golden pothos (Epipremnum pinnatum "Aureum") is one of the most popular hanging plants around. In its native habitat, golden pothos grows into a tree-swallowing monster with huge yellow and green leaves. As a houseplant, the plant will grow aggressively from pots or trailing baskets with minimal care. They will easily root in a simple glass of water. With better care, large, mottled, mature leaves may develop. Spider Plant A well-grown spider plant (Chlorophytum) is a magnificent thing. The plant grows easily in baskets or atop columns with arching leaves. The variegated variety is by far the most common. Over time, a mature plant will send out plantlets or offsets on long stems