The 20 best houseplants for beginners

For someone who’s never grown houseplants before, the idea of caring for a bunch of living organisms with a wide range of food, water, and sunlight needs can be daunting. 

Fortunately, the plant world is full of easy-going plants that are perfect for beginners, the type of plants that can stand up to being overwatered once or twice or completely neglected for a week or two. From dramatic trailing pothos vines to flowering African violets, and everything in between, these 20 houseplants are perfect for anyone who’s looking to cultivate a green space indoors. 

Note: some of these plants may be toxic to animals, especially cats and dogs. Before buying a plant, please make sure that it is safe for your pets. 

Ponytail Palm

This miniature tree adds tons of visual interest to any space that it’s in, thanks to a frazzle of thin foliage and its cute bulbous trunk. Technically, it’s an agave, which means that it will need plenty of sunlight and soil that is allowed to fully dry out between waterings.

Dieffenbachia

Colloquially called “dumb cane,” dieffenbachias love to be left alone — mostly. Once planted in soil with plenty of aeration, the plants like to stay damp (read: not soaking wet) and do best when they can soak up filtered, indirect light. Note: this plant gets its nickname thanks to a numbing effect caused by the leaves when eaten, so make sure that it’s out of the reach of curious kids or pets.

Aglaonema

Often called “Chinese evergreen,” aglaonema is available in a wide variety of colors and leaf patterns. It’s easy to care for, only requiring weekly watering and a good supply of indirect light, and will bring lush, dramatic foliage to any space.

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