Before going right into the list, some tips must be shared:
Each plant has different needs, don't expect all plants to be the same. Most need to be watered at specific time intervals. To know when to water your plant, you'll have to check the soil to see if it is damp or not. Some need even less watering and prolonging dry soil (or underwatering) is usually better than overwatering.
Do not use tap water if possible. Either use store-bought or leave water to dechlorinate for at least one day.
Do not expect plants to thrive or even survive near extreme temperatures, meaning intense cold or extreme heat. Obviously, no fireplaces or stoves allowed either.
Have patience! A lot of new plant owners expect a lot from their plants in just a few days.
Most, but not all, plants require a humid environment. Grouping them in the same place is recommended.
Although it is not needed, feeding plants (or fertilising) based on their blooming periods will let them grow beautifully.
Most if not all plants are poisonous to pets and kids so try not to leave them any near.
Humble yourself and ask for help if you do not know or have any problems. Ploi has an amazing Discord community where you can ask for advice at any time!
Now, on with the list!
Monstera Deliciosa
Monstera Deliciosa
Other names: split-leaf philodendron, swiss cheese plant, windowleaf, ceriman
Watering: Medium to high watering
Temperatures: 14°C ~ 24°C
Humidity: Likes humid environments
Light: Loves bright, indirect light
Soil: Needs a bigger pot with good drainage since it can grow a lot.
Blooms: Mid-summer
More info:
Grows aerial roots
Peace Lily
Peace Lily
Other names: Spathiphyllum, spath
Watering: Little watering, once per week at most
Temperatures: Average house temperature, 15°C+
Humidity: Likes humid environments, misting is recommended
Light: A place with low light or more shade is best
Soil: Preferably water retaining soil
Blooms: Beggining of spring, end of summer. To grow flowers it will need fertiliser
ZZ Plant
ZZ Plant
Other names: Eternity Plant, Emerald Palm, Zanzibar Gem, Zamioculcus Zamiifolia
Watering: Extremely little watering, ZZ acts like a succulent (or cactus)
Temperatures: 10°C ~ 25°C
Humidity: Any
Light: Prefers bright indirect light but can survive with almost no light
Soil: Well-drained soil, needs little repotting since it grows slowly.
Snake Plant
Snake Plant
Other names: Sansevieria (as of old, but popular) and Dracaena trifasciata
Watering: Little to medium watering
Temperatures: Likes warmer places with over 20°C
Humidity: Low
Light: Prefers bright indirect light
Soil: Any soil, no fertilisers needed, they're also slow growers
Echeveria
Echeveria
Watering: Little watering
Temperatures: Any, but prefers higher temperature
Humidity: Low
Light: Prefers bright indirect light
Soil: Well-draining, no fertilisers needed
More info:
Echeveria's worst enemy is rot. Overwatering or bunching plants together or any other humidity intensifying process should be avoided
English Ivy
English Ivy
Other names: Hedera helix, common ivy
Watering: Medium watering, do not overwater
Temperatures: 20°C And more
Humidity: Likes humid environments
Light: Little to no light needed
Soil: Requires well-drained soil and preferably growing space, this plant grows a lot!
Blooms: Autumn
More info:
It is invasive and can be dangerous to trees
Outdoors, english ivy is a plant that grows carelessly
Lucky Bamboo
Lucky Bamboo
Other name: Dracaena sanderiana
Watering: Needs water depending on the soil. Soil must be damp at all times
Temperatures: 18°C and more
Humidity: Likes humid environments
Light: Medium indirect light
Soil: Requires well-drained soil and monthly fertiliser. Lucky Bamboo can just grow in water without soil
