Plants are a gift from nature. They are not just functional, providing us with oxygen, but also a beautiful, natural addition to any home. However, taking care of these plants might be a struggle. Well, low-maintenance houseplants are the best for indoors, especially for lazy plant owners.
Every plant lover knows it is about more than just aesthetics; it is about bringing love and life into your home. However, you might not be able to tend to it daily. Whether you see them as pets, companions, or simply decor, you cannot deny the way houseplants can transform a space.
Decorating your space can be a breeze with these low-maintenance houseplants that are perfect for indoor environments. If you’re wondering which plants to bring into your home in 2025 that can handle a little neglect (like forgetting to water or move them into the sun), we’ve got you covered. Here are some of the best low-maintenance houseplants in 2025 that will give you the look you want without demanding too much of your time.
3 Easy-Care & Low-Maintenance Indoor Plants in 2025
1. Philodendron ‘Congo’
Philodendron Karestianum also known as “Congo” is a beautiful native South American indoor plant that is perfect for plant lovers with a busy schedule. The plant is known for its thick, textured, dark green leaves with an almost shiny surface that makes it glow. It is often confused with a Monstera due to similarity in looks. It can beautify your home from hanging in a basket or flowerpot. Growing up to 3–5 feet tall with vines 2–3 feet apart, it can be the cutest prop you just need on your shelf.
Water: Grows well with minimal water.
Light: it can develop well without direct sunlight and has a preference for indirect light. Direct sunlight can damage leaves.
Strength: adapts well to its environment and adjusts to humidity levels.
2. Ponytail Palm (Beaucarnea Recurvata)
The Ponytail Palm (Beaucarnea Recurvata) is the best for the lazy or forgetful plant owner. This American native adds a touch of the tropics, with a thick stem that can store water for weeks and a slender top with cascading leaves. Its stem can hold water, and the plants can survive on it, but it also adds a natural, realistic vibe to your home. Its leaves add a decorative touch and rarely shed. It can reach up to 4 feet indoors and adapts well outdoors.
Water: Can survive with watering once or twice a month.
Light: Thrives with indirect or direct sunlight.
Resilience: Can grow up to 30 feet in hot climates or outdoors and has incredible survival instincts.
3. Dusty Miller (Senecio Cineraria)
Dusty Miller also known as Senecio cineraria, is a beloved native of the Mediterranean and is a plant with a dazzling silver color. The dusty miller is popular for its pretty looks, unique silver color and ability to survive well when left alone. Although it can be toxic as well, but only when consumed.
It brings a calm and refined feel to any room. Despite having been a major benefactor of pretty privilege, it is tough and resilient, unlike other plants. It is a low maintenance for plant lovers because it is easy to care for. It grows up to 2 feet tall and wide.
Water: It only requires minimal watering and good soil.
Light: Survives well in low light, but prefers bright and indirect light
Strength: Reseeds easily and adds an aesthetic touch to your home.
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