What are some easy-care houseplants that are hard to kill? Recommendations for cheap and beautiful varieties

People always say they are"plant killers" who kill everything they grow, but really they just haven't picked the right varieties! Today I'm recommending five cheap and beautiful houseplants that are a godsend for lazy people. Even if you occasionally forget to water and fertilize, they'll still thrive, and beginners can buy them blind without any regrets.

Pilea peperomioides:Pilea peperomioides, with round leaves like little mirrors, glossy and shiny, placed on a windowsill it looks fresh and pleasing. The key thing is it's tough, just find it any corner with indirect light, no need for daily sun, avoid harsh sun in summer, and don't let it go below 5 degrees in winter, and it basically won't die. Watering is also easy, water only after the soil dries out completely, and if you occasionally forget, the leaves may droop a little, but a bit of water perks it right up. You can buy a small seedling for just over ten yuan, amazing value.

Cane Begonia:Cane Begonia (Begonia maculata), the name sounds quite artsy, but it's actually very easy to grow. Its stems are segmented like bamboo, the leaves have small spots, and it blooms in clusters of pinkish-white flowers, so you get both foliage and flowers. This one isn't picky about environment, just a bit of indirect light indoors is fine, move it somewhere cooler when it's hot in summer, don't let it freeze in winter, water when the soil is dry and let it dry out between waterings, occasionally give it some rice water, and it'll grow like crazy. You can buy quite a large one for a few dozen yuan, and it looks great in the living room.

Calathea crotalifera:Calathea crotalifera has been a trendy pick in recent years, with leaf patterns like cicada wings, alternating yellow and green, giving it a natural sophisticated look. Many people think Calatheas are hard to grow, but this variety is an exception. It doesn't like harsh sun, just put it in a semi-shaded spot, like next to the TV or in a corner of the bookshelf. Don't water too often, water when the soil surface is dry, occasionally mist the leaves to maintain humidity, and even if a few leaf tips dry out, just trim them off, it won't affect overall growth at all. For a few dozen yuan you can get a pot of "oil painting-like" greenery.

False Aralia:False Aralia (Plerandra elegantissima) sounds imposing just from the name, and its leaves are like feathers, layered in tiers, with a tropical vibe that instantly elevates the style of your home. This one is very shade-tolerant and can grow even in weaker light, just don't put it in a completely dark corner. Don't water too much, don't let water accumulate in the pot or it'll easily get root rot, just water thoroughly after the soil dries out. Pay a little attention to keeping it warm in winter, and it's fine as long as it stays above 10 degrees. It doesn't grow very fast, but it's easy to care for, buy a small one and grow it slowly, the more you grow it the more rewarding it feels.

King Fern:King Fern has large, spreading fronds with a naturally lazy forest feel, suitable for both bathrooms and living rooms. It likes moisture but isn't picky about soil, just use regular nutrient soil. The key is to avoid harsh sun, indirect light or semi-shade is best. You can water more frequently, but don't let water accumulate, mist the leaves often to keep the air humid, and even if you occasionally forget to water and the leaves curl a bit, a little misting will revive them. This one is really tough, as long as it doesn't freeze (above 5 degrees is fine), it's basically unkillable. For a few dozen yuan you can bring a "little forest" home.

Actually, these five houseplants share a common trait: they aren't picky about light, aren't greedy for fertilizer, and don't have high watering requirements. Even if you're a beginner at growing plants, with just a little care you can grow them well. Don't repot them frequently, don't fertilize randomly, and promptly trim off any yellow or dead leaves you find, and they'll grow just fine.