Elderly people who grow these plants live longer and are in great health
Everyone knows that "a family with an elder is a family with a treasure," so besides providing them with abundant material comforts, we also need to keep them happy and in good health. Growing flowers for them is also a good choice, as it not only purifies the indoor air but also cultivates character. So below, let me introduce several kinds of flowers suitable for elderly people to grow.
Jade Plant (Portulacaria afra / Elephant Bush)
The Jade Plant likes a warm, dry environment and plenty of light, but it also tolerates partial shade. It is fairly drought-tolerant and does not tolerate waterlogging. Its leaves are relatively thick and fleshy, and it produces elegant small flowers. It is one of the most popular plants in recent years. The Jade Plant symbolizes blood kin and being together forever, so it is very suitable for elderly people to grow indoors.
Orchid
Orchids are suited to a warm, humid environment. They dislike direct strong light, tolerate partial shade, are averse to dryness, and dislike water accumulation. Orchid leaves are slender and evergreen all year round, giving a feeling of elegance and quiet refinement. Orchids also symbolize longevity and noble purity, making them very suitable for elderly people with refined tastes to grow.
Kalanchoe (Kalanchoe blossfeldiana)
Kalanchoe is relatively easy to care for. It likes a warm, humid environment and plenty of light, and it is not cold-tolerant. Its leaves are relatively thick and fleshy, and it produces bright small flowers with a long blooming period, giving it high ornamental value. Kalanchoe also symbolizes a long life of a hundred years and great good fortune, making it absolutely the best choice for elderly people.
Money Tree (Zamioculcas zamiifolia / ZZ Plant)
The Money Tree likes a warm, humid environment. It dislikes direct strong light, tolerates partial shade, is fairly drought-tolerant, dislikes water accumulation, and is not cold-tolerant. The Money Tree is a typical foliage plant, with dark green leaves shaped like ancient copper coins, symbolizing rolling in wealth, and it has high ornamental value. Moreover, it can effectively purify harmful gases indoors, making it very suitable for elderly people to grow.