15 House Plants for Urban Dwellers

1. Peace Lily: This pretty plant reduces air pollution, doesn't need direct light or much water and blooms a beautiful white flower. Water it every once in a while, send it some good vibrations and you'll have a peaceful and happy house plant. (via My Domaine)

2. Spider Plant: These green leaves with white stripes are best displayed hanging. They are popular house plants because they easily adapt to temperatures, as low as 35 degrees F and as high as 90 degrees F. (via Apartment Therapy)

3. Indoor Bonsai Tree: Wall artwork is out, living artwork is in. Grab yourself a bonsai. It was originally a Japanese art form. Its primary use is for contemplation, so start staring at one today. And water it every once in a while why don't ya? (via Florgeous)

4. Rubber Tree: Looking for a tall drink of water? Well, dreams can come true. Get yourself a rubber tree that will stand as high as eight feet tall. Keep him happy and leave him near some sunlight. (via Today)

5. Jade Plant: With nicknames such as friendship tree, money tree and lucky plant, we don't think you can go wrong. Buy one today and let us know what good things happen! (via Wikipedia)

6. Snake Plant: You've probably seen this guy before… and that's probably because it's perfect for apartments. It's technically a succulent, so it doesn't need much water, but it also doesn't need much light. Sounds unkillable to us! (via The Girl Creative)

7. Philodendren: The Greek translation means “love tree," and really, what's not to love? The house plant varieties like to climb or hang, so choose what's best for your living space. (via BHG)

8. Zebra Plant ($50): Put on your animal prints and hang out with this zebra plant today. The green and white stripes will look stylish in any apartment. (via Demo Store)

9. Begonia: Have a friend with a begonia? Take a cutting and start your own! It's like having a grown-up friendship bracelet in plant form. (via Apartment Therapy)

10. Indoor Herb Garden: City living boasts wonderful restaurants, but when you want some good home cooking, you are going to need some fresh herbs. Make your own windowsill herb garden today! (via Bonnie's Plants)

11. Lavender: People pay big bucks for lavender scented candles, sachets and spray. But why not just have the real deal? (via Gardenista)

12. Bamboo: They sure taste good in our Thai food, but they also look great too! These green shoots are a great addition to any coffee table. (via Apartment Therapy)

13. Fern: You might want to get two so you can sit between them and interview your guests when they come over. (via BHG)

14. Succulents: Succulents have taken over when it comes to trendy indoor plants. Probably because they can endure extended periods of drought. We think they look best in a DIY terrarium. (via Succulents and Sunshine)

15. Cactus: If you kill a cactus, we don't know if there is any hope for you. You can deprive it of water for days or months and still have a healthy, prickly plant. (via Home My Design)

What house plants have survived your indoor city garden? Let us know @BritandCo and check out our podcast episode with Lettuce Grow's Zooey Deschanel for more inspo!

This post has been updated.