Plants add a special touch to any decoration, however, it is important to know the species of plants to place inside the house and that require simpler care to remain beautiful and full of life.
Thinking about people who have difficulty establishing a watering and care routine, we have listed 11 plants that do well indoors and do not need a lot of water.
So how about getting to know these plants?
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11 plants to put indoors that don’t need a lot of water
1. Zamioculcas
Perfect plant for those who have difficulty remembering to water, Zamioculca only needs water once a week.
The tip is to observe the plant’s substrate, the soil, if it is damp, do not water.
This plant has yellowed leaves and rotten roots if it has too much water.
In the winter months, the tip is to water only 1 or 2 times a month, always keeping an eye on the soil to see if it is still damp.
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2. Elephant Paw
One of the plants to place indoors is the Elephant’s Paw.
It has a most interesting look, its name comes from the fact that its stem resembles an elephant’s foot.
It is a plant that does not like humidity and therefore watering should be done every 20 or 30 days.
Here it is worth observing the soil to see if it is still damp, do not water in this case as it could cause the roots to rot.
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3. Kalanchoe
A plant suitable for those who like to take short trips without having to leave the key with neighbors to water plants.
Kalanchoe does very well for a few days without water because it loves dry weather.
Its leaves accumulate water and therefore excessive watering can cause its roots to rot.
When the soil is completely dry you can safely water again.
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4. Sword of Saint George
The most striking characteristic of this plant is that it accumulates water in its leaves, so excessive watering should be avoided.
Pay attention to the plant’s soil, only water it when it is dry to avoid causing the roots to rot.
According to some popular superstitions, this plant is an amulet against the evil eye, making it one of the good plant options to place indoors, right?
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5. Mini Cactus
Generally when we think about cacti we think that it is a plant that needs direct exposure to the sun, right?
Mini cacti, which can even be purchased in supermarkets, do not need direct light and do very well indoors.
Regarding watering, you can rest assured since this is a succulent plant that accumulates water in its leaves and therefore only needs watering when the soil is dry.
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6. Crown-of-Christ
A plant with a very interesting appearance and which does not like excessive humidity, but requires a little more attention when watering than the previous ones.
In the warmer months of spring and summer it is interesting to maintain a moderate watering routine, observe the soil, when it is close to being dry (but not completely dry) it is time to water.
In the colder autumn and winter months you should water less.
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7. Philodendron
This is one of the plants to place indoors that has national origins.
The heart shape on its leaves are a spectacle apart from the cascade it forms in the vases.
A plant that does well indoors and doesn’t require much watering, just water when you see that the soil in the pot is dry.
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8. Jade
The beauty of this plant is the fact that it looks like a miniature tree, its leaves have a bluish-green tone that is simply beautiful.
Growing this plant indoors is quite simple, take the pot out for some time during the day to get sunlight.
You don’t need to leave it in the sun for a long time, positioning it near the window will do the trick.
Water only when you notice that the substrate is dry.
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9. Aloe vera (Babosa)
Aloe vera is known as one of the most versatile plants when it comes to homemade recipes for hair care and even health.
Take advantage of the fact that this is one of the plants to place indoors because you don’t have to worry about the indoor environment.
It is a plant that does not require much in terms of watering, that is, you can water it once a week in summer and just once a month in the colder months.
Always check when the soil in the pot is dry and then water.
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10. Begonia
You know that plant that has a flower that looks like a whole bouquet?
So this is the Begonia that can be found in very colorful varieties and whose care lies in choosing a fertile substrate to grow it.
Keep your Begonia in semi-shade and when watering, pour water on the ground and never on the plant’s leaves.
Water when you notice that the substrate is dry.
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11. Echeveria
Closing our list very well – of plants to place indoors that don’t need a lot of water – we have another succulent, the Echeveria.
The curious shape of this plant resembles a flower and some places sell arrangements made with it.
Because it accumulates water in its leaves, this plant only needs watering once a week.
Excessive moisture can cause its roots to rot, so be very careful.
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