The Best House Plants To Get Based On Your Zodiac Sign

Houseplants are a way to spruce up your living space as we continue with work from home arrangements amidst the pandemic. Not only does the greenery give your home a refreshed look, research has found that keeping indoor plants also has a myriad of health benefits.

NASA revealed that plants can remove up to 87% of air toxins from a room within 24 hours. Healthline found that houseplants can reduce stress, increase attentiveness, raise productivity and help you recover from illnesses more quickly.

With this in mind, Clear It Waste Collection picked out the best houseplant that matches the personality traits, needs and appearance of each Western astrology sign. Here’s their list of picks below:

Aries

Aries (Mar 21 – Apr 19)Houseplant: Calathea

Calatheas have a big presence in any room, perfect for the bold, enigmatic Aries they are matched with. With lush multi-coloured foliage, they are sure to catch the eyes of those who enter the room. Similar to their star sign counterpart, Calatheas can wilt from a lack of attention.

Taurus

Taurus (Apr 20 – May 20) Houseplant: Ponytail Palm

The Ponytail Palm loves to relax in serene environments, preferring to bask in spots graced with sunlight. A low-maintenance plant, the Ponytail Palm only needs to be watered once every few weeks, reflecting Tauruses’ trademark characteristics of stability and perseverance.

Gemini

Gemini (May 21 – Jun 21)Houseplant: Bromeliad

Geminis are known to be a busy sign that some say need to clone themselves in order to get everything done. The bromeliad does exactly that. This long-lasting plant produces pups that will replace the original. Like their astrological counterparts, too much attention is the biggest turn-off for this greenery, so water sparingly.

Cancer

Cancer (Jun 22 – Jul 22)Houseplant: Asaparagus Fern

Cancer signs are attractive yet intuitive, meaning they easily pick up on any energy around them. An Asparagus Fern is similar in that it can thrive in the right environment but also possesses a need for healthy attention.

Leo

Leo (Jul 23 – Aug 22)Houseplant: Yucca

This spirited fire sign is known to enjoy the sun while holding a natural air of regality, much like the Yucca plant and its expansive plumage. The Yucca embodies vivacity and is a great plant to bring a taste of nature indoors. Like their Leo counterparts, be sure to shower it with sunshine and attention for it to thrive.

Virgo

Virgo (Aug 23 – Sep 22)Houseplant: Begonia

This earth sign represents practical, perfectionist qualities that match the Begonia plant perfectly. Its beautiful blooms come in a variety of colours and patterns that need minimum upkeep, very well-situated for indoors. This allows detail-orientated Virgos the time to focus on other areas of their lives.

Libra

Libra (Sep 23 – Oct 23)Houseplant: Peace Lily

Libras champion harmony and equality, which makes them perfectly suited to the Peace Lily. This greenery is great for detoxifying the home. Beautiful to look at, it is considered one of the easiest plants to care for. This combination makes it suitable for any space or situation, just like Libras.

Scorpio

Scorpio (Oct 23 – Nov 21)Houseplant: Cast-Iron Plant

Scorpios are strong characters that embody independence and persistence. As its name suggests, the Cast-Iron Plant shares similar traits. One of the hardiest plants to grow indoors, it’s comfortable at extremes that others wouldn’t survive, a common trait among Scorpios.

Sagittarius

Sagittarius (Nov 22 – Dec 21)Houseplant: African Violets

Sagittarius is known for being spontaneous and having a thirst for adventure. African Violets are one of the most popular houseplants across the world. Like the fire sign, African Violets have a few quirks involved in its care, but if these are met it will produce an elegant display of purple petals.

Capricorn

Capricorn (Dec 22 – Jan 19)Houseplant: Guiana Chestnut (Money Plant)

Capricorns are known for being practical, ambitious and self-reliant. The Guiana Chestnut is a perfect match with a low-maintenance personality. Its slender, interwoven roots keep its flowers and fruits on another level. The Feng Shui belief that this plant brings luck to its owner will also help with Capricorns’s lofty aspirations.

Aquarius

Aquarius (Jan 20 – Feb 18)Houseplant: Air Plant

This humanitarian sign represents a mystical healer who bestows water and life upon the land. Hence, an Air Plant is a great fit for Aquarius. Air plants are epiphytes, which means that they grow beside other plants or in suitable gaps, not in soil — breathing new life into everything they touch. Mist them regularly to keep them hydrated, or immerse in water for an hour if in need of rejuvenation.

Pisces

Pisces (Feb 19 – Mar 20)Houseplant: Jade Plant

The Jade Plant is an apt botanical comparison to reflect the conflicted nature of the Pisces sign. Liable to fade if not given enough water, but quick to bounce back when their needs are met, with proper care these plants can grow to up to six feet tall. They’re often generational good luck gifts within families, reflecting the giving nature of this water sign.

This article was originally published on Home & Decor.