house plant

Potted indoor foliage

A house plant is a plant grown indoors, typically in a pot.

House plants are kept for decoration, air quality, or simply the pleasure of tending living things.

Some thrive in low light; others need a sunny window.

She has a talent for keeping house plants alive.

Also spelled as one word: houseplant.

Related

pothos · monstera · water · green · green thumb · calla · hanging basket · succulent · root · root rot · philodendron · fern · potting soil · drainage hole · watering can · pot · low-maintenance · plantstand

Opposites
growing location

house plantgarden plant

Intentionally grown vegetation

landscape plant · garden shrub · field crop · lawn grass · hedge

cultivation vs. wild growth

house plantweed

Uninvited plant

wildflower · native plant · invasive species

Family

houseplant, houseplants

Familiarity
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Profile
Known to kids · Used worldwide · Timeless · Concrete · Positive · Everyday, not technical · Rated G