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Meet 6 species of plants that are ideal for living room

Check out some plants that are great in terms of beauty and maintenance to make your living room even more cozy.

By Chrys Hadrian

Submitted at Feb 3, 2025, 9:00 AM

05 min de leitura
Balcony Apartment, signed by Guto Requena.

Balcony Apartment, signed by Guto Requena. (Maíra Acayaba)

The living room is the heart of the house, where we relax, welcome guests, and spend quality time. And nothing is better than investing in plants to add that special touch, bring more life and freshness to the décor, and even purify the air of the projects. If you're thinking about setting up a green corner in your living room, here’s a list of great options to make the project even cozier and connected to nature.

Rhapidophyllum


Rhapidophyllum (Rhapis excelsa)

Rhapidophyllum (Rhapis excelsa) (Emod / Unsplash/Divulgação)

With its tropical appearance and thin leaves, the Rhapidophyllum is perfect for filling corners of the living room. It likes indirect light and is super resistant, plus it brings a beach vibe inside the house.

Fiddle Leaf Fig (Ficus lyrata)


How to grow Ficus

Ficus lyrata (Unsplash/CASACOR)

This plant is almost an icon of interior design. Its large dark leaves add a touch of sophistication and are perfect for those who want an imposing plant in the décor.

Snake Plant


Snake plant meaning and how to grow

Snake Plant (Sansevieria trifasciata) (Unsplash/Divulgação)

Durable, elegant, and known for protecting the house against negative energies, the Snake Plant is a plant that fits any décor. It tolerates low light and doesn’t require frequent watering, in addition to assisting in air purification.

Monstera


Monstera vase

Monstera (Monstera deliciosa) (Unsplash/CASACOR)

Want visual impact? The Monstera is the right choice and the most popular for indoor projects! Its large, cut leaves lend a tropical and modern feel. It loves brightness, but no direct sunlight.

Pacova


Pacová

(selvvva/Divulgação)

With large, shiny leaves, the Pacová is striking and great for complementing with other species, contributing different textures and shapes. It is typical of the Brazilian flora, easy to care for, and adapts well to indoor projects.

Begonia Maculata


Begonia Maculata

Begônia Maculata (weflores/Divulgação)

This favorite of many is also known as "polka dot begonia". Its elongated leaves with white spots provide a unique and more graphic touch to the living room. It enjoys indirect light and a bit of humidity to stay beautiful.