5 Indoor Plants You Need to Add To Your Collection. Now!

After nearly two years indoors, during the Covid-19 pandemic, people began blending the outdoors with their living space. And for many, this meant becoming plant mommies and daddies.

Indoor plants are great! They add vibrance and life to any space, and they can improve your wellbeing. These days there are so many options out there. But here are 5 Indoor Plants You Need to Add To Your Collection.

Let us know what your favourite type of indoor plant is, in the comments below.

Coffee Plant

The source of the world’s most beloved breakfast beverage. But did you know coffee plants can make an easy-to-care-for house plant? The coffee plants will flower with small white flowers that can then bear the berries containing the seeds that are made into coffee beans.

But don’t expect to have an indoor source of coffee from this, it takes years before it bears fruit.

Care	Keep away from drafts like those produced from air conditioning.
Light	Bright light, shaded from direct sun.
Water	Water at least weekly. Keep soil thoroughly moist but not soggy.
Bonus	Besides the seeds, all parts of the plant is toxic to both humans and animals.

Dracaena

A species of plant characterised by spear-like leaves shooting off from cane-like main stems. Also known as Dragon plants, Dracaena are majestic and regal, and so easy to care for!

Care	Place in large, well-draining pots. All Dracaena needs it proper watering and correct light exposure. Good idea to grow them in a bathroom or kitchen.
Light	Bright, indirect light. Too much direct sun exposure can scorch the leaves.
Water	Dragon plants prefer underwatering than drowning in soggy soil. Let the top few centimeters of the soil dry out before watering again.
Bonus	Dracaena are actually part of the asparagus family!

Tillandsia

‘Air plants’ do not have complex root systems. Despite the name, these plants do need proper watering and correct sunlight to thrive // RARE AND AIR / SOURCED

These are called ‘air plants’ as they do not need to be grown in pots of soil. Instead they can be hung or placed in terrariums, or even placed bare on a windowsill.

Tillandsias do not absorb water or nutrients through its roots, rather through its leaves.

Care	Greener types typically need frequent watering and higher humidity compared to the grey types.
Light	Tillandsia need good, indirect sunlight. Too much heat can scorch their leaves.
Water	Weekly watering is optimal. Ensure the plant dries out between waterings, and that droplets don’t sit between the leaves. An alternative option is to dunk the plant in a container of water.
Bonus	Once an air plant matures and flowers, the mother plant will die. Not before producing ‘pups’ that can grow into more plants.

Money Tree

The Money Tree, scientifically known as pachira aquatica. Followers of Feng shui believe that if you place this plant in the correct position, it will bring your space good fortune and positivity.

A tree native to Central and South America. It is an easy-care houseplant with a hardy nature.

Care	They are forgiving to those who tend to overwater plants.
Light	Bright, filtered sunlight – for at least six hours a day. Can tolerate lower light, but will grow at a slower rate. Avoid bright, midday sun.
Water	Keep soil evenly moist, avoid long periods of drying out. While money trees love lots of water (as in their name) they can quickly die when overwatered. Avoid this by placing them in soil and a container with proper drainage.
Bonus	Money trees are famous for their braided trunks. They will continue to grow in the twist as they mature.

Rosemary

soil — Rosemary has long been used a cooking staple and medicinal herb // GARDENERS PATH / SOURCED

An evergreen perennial that has long been a popular kitchen garden plant. But it can make for a stunning (and great smelling) indoor addition.

Rosemary is part of the mint family, bringing your home some herbaceous cheer.

Care	Rosemary prefers dry, well-draining soil. A sandy cactus soil blend will do the trick – or try mixing sand into traditional potting soil to lend it some air.
Light	Best suited for full sunlight and moderate shade. Keep on a bright windowsill or in a well-lit room.
Water	Water only when top half inch of the soil is dry. Use your finger, a stick or a moisture meter to check.
Extra information	Rosemary has pretty purple blooms that bees go crazy for and are just as edible as the rosemary leaves. This plant is historically known for its antioxidant and anti-inflammatory compounds.