10 Chic Houseplant Ideas to Style Your Home

3. ZZ Plant (Zamioculcas zamiifolia)

The Plant That Forgives You for Being Human

Let’s get real for a second—I suck at remembering to water my plants. I’ll tell myself, “Oh, I’ll do it after I brush my teeth,” and then I forget. For weeks. And yet somehow, my ZZ Plant is still thriving like it owns the place.

This plant—scientific name Zamioculcas zamiifolia, but I just call it my “get out of jail free” plant—is the ultimate choice for anyone who’s bad at keeping things alive. If you’ve ever killed a cactus, this one’s for you.

Glossy Foliage That Looks Expensive (But Isn’t)

One of the first things I noticed when I brought mine home was how polished it looked. Those glossy, dark green leaves catch the light in the coolest way, making it look like it belongs in a designer living room or a luxury office space.

I stuck mine next to a mirror in my entryway and let me tell you—it adds instant oomph without trying too hard. It’s the kind of plant that makes your space feel pulled together, even if your coffee table is covered in mail.

Built to Survive (Almost) Anything

The ZZ Plant is basically the superhero of the indoor plant world. It’s extremely resilient, which means it can handle everything from Seattle’s gray winters to that one corner of your apartment where the sun never hits.

I had mine in a windowless bathroom for two months once and forgot it existed. When I finally remembered? Still kicking. This thing thrives on neglect and adapts to low light, medium light, and even fluorescent office lighting.

Which brings me to…

Perfect for Offices & Entryways

If you work in an office with no windows—or if you’re like me and tend to ignore the front part of your house until someone’s coming over—the ZZ Plant is your new BFF.

I have one on my desk at work and another by my front door. Both are thriving with zero attention. They’re also super compact and tidy-looking, so they fit into any professional or home environment without looking messy.

Safe for Kids & Pets

And here’s the cherry on top: it’s non-toxic and pet-friendly! I used to stress about what plants were safe now that I have a curious pup running around. No worries here. Even if he chews on a leaf (which he tried), there’s no danger involved.

So yeah, this plant checks all the boxes: stylish, tough, forgiving, and safe.

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