1. Air Plant (Tillandsia spp.)
Air plants seem almost like they hail from another world in the way they can grow, well, just in the air. Yes, that’s right; no soil at all is required. Moreover, their leaves can look a bit like the appendages of an exotic sea animal or like alien tentacles. These fascinating houseplants have become pretty popular over the last several years, and there’s no wonder why so many people choose to have them indoors.
Not only are they interesting and unique, but they are also low-maintenance. If you’re not interested in dealing with pots and soil, an air plant may be the houseplant for you.
Since these plants don’t need soil to grow, they can retain nutrients and water through specialized leaf structures called trichomes. Indoors, these easy-going plants can grow on just about any type of surface as long as they get some sunlight.
Though they don’t require much water, it’s best to water them once in a while by rinsing, misting, or soaking them and then letting them dry thoroughly.
