Working in a typical office setup can become mundane.

Caring for a houseplant is fairly simple.

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10 Low Maintenance houseplants for an office

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Pothos

The term houseplant refers to several different species of plants.

The most common houseplant found in an office is Epipremnum more commonly known as Pothos or Devils Ivy.

They require little light and prefer to dry out completely between waterings.

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To provide some humidity, mist these plants twice a week.

#2.

With its variegated foliage and prominent growth habit, this houseplant adds a sense of flair to the office.

Pothos plants

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The leaves come in a variety of variegated patterns and can grow to be very tall with little attention.

This plant prefers to be pot bound, so there is no need to repot annually.

#3.

Snake plant

Peace lilys perform best in a well-lit area where humidity can be provided.

The pebbles prevent direct contact between the pot and water, which can cause root rot.

Not to worry though!

Peace lily plants

The leaves spring right up after a good soaking.

#4.

Spider Plant

Chlorophytum comosum, better know as Spider Plant is known for is long, slender foliage.

Spider plants

Spider plants require very light watering once every two weeks is sufficient as well as moderate lighting.

#5.

Once applied, this sap relieves pain and aids in healing.

Aloe plant

Because aloe is a succulent, it requires little watering (water is stored in its leaves).

If it begins to outgrow your office, trim it back and offer the cut-off pieces to your coworkers.

#6.

Madagascar dragon tree

This plant prefers to remain moist, so try not to let it dry out.

With low light, its variegations tend to become more definitive.

#7.

Ponytail Palm

Ponytail Palm

Beaucarnea Recurvata, or Ponytail Palm, is aslow growing desert plant.

It requires little water once every 10 days will suffice and bright light.

Because of its slow growing nature, this plant is often chosen by those who have limited office space.

Diffenbachia plant

See more:Types of indoor palm tree

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#9.

This purple-foliaged plant grows magnificently as a hanging plant, but performs just as well as a trailing plant.

Purple Heart plant

Place purple heart in the sunniest window of the office and water regularly.

#10.

This plants common name is derived from the time of year it most likely flowers Christmas.

Christmas Cactus plant

Allow this plant to dry between watering.

Selecting a houseplant to grow in your office can be a daunting task to a novice gardener.