Also known as the bamboo palm, the areca palm is an eye-catching home addition for its feathery and arching fronds that feature more than 100 leaflets on each one. Keeping them in humid environments and by a sunny window will help them grow. Gardening Know How recommends fertilizing them in the spring and using a micronutrient spray in the summer.

• Height: Up to 6-7 feet, indoors
• Water: Weekly
• Light: Full sun or bright, indirect light
• Temperature: 65º – 70ºF

The leaves of this sweet bay leaf tree are often used as seasoning in soups, stews and pasta sauces. They have leathery and stiff leaves and can grow 4 to 8 feet tall when exposed to the sun indoors. Train them to form into topiaries while they’re young and keep them in areas with temperatures ranging from 45 º to 64ºF, says Gardening Know How.

• Height: Up to 4-8 feet, indoors
• Water: Weekly
• Light: Full sun or indirect light
• Temperature: 45º – 64ºF

With their glossy and long hand-shaped leaves, these evergreen palms need indirect light to grow. They can withstand deep shade and low humidity, along with the cool winter air, making them good picks to keep near the door, according to North Carolina Extension Gardener.

• Height: Up to 6 feet, indoors
• Water: Weekly
• Light: Bright, indirect light
• Temperature: 60º – 80ºF

We’re sad to say these trees don’t grow corn. Instead, similar to corn plants, they grow from thick stems that form long leaves at the top. They’re described as being one of the easier houseplants for your indoor collection (humidity being their top necessity), according to The Old Farmer’s Almanac.

• Height: 4-6 feet, indoors
• Water: Weekly
• Light: Bright, indirect light
• Temperature: 60º – 75ºF

The large leaves of the banana tree can give any room a tropical feel. According to Houseplant Central, it’s easy to care for a Dwarf Cavendish banana, one of the Musa banana plants, indoors. Keep them in a warm, humid environment where they’ll grow in bright or indirect sunlight. While beautiful, the leaves are prone to damage and tears, so place your tree where they’re less likely to be touched.

• Height: Up to 6-10 feet, indoors
• Water: 2-3 times a week
• Light: Full sun
• Temperature: 75º – 95ºF

This uber-trendy plant keeps popping up in design magazines and chicly styled Instagram shots, thanks to its wide, textured leaves. Young plants feature dense foliage that spreads out as they age and grow more “tree-like.” Give it bright, indirect light — near an east-facing window is perfect. Water once the top inch of soil is dry, drench until water comes out the bottom of the pot and then let it dry out again.

• Height: Up to 6-10 feet, indoors
• Water: 2-3 times a week
• Light: Bright, indirect light
• Temperature: 60º – 80ºF

While many dwarf fruit trees do well outdoors in pots, this particular variety can survive inside all year long. Calamondin orange trees produce tiny, very sour fruits, and even better, fragrant white flowers that will make your room smell amazing.

• Height: Up to 3-6 feet, indoors
• Water: Weekly
• Light: Bright, direct and indirect light
• Temperature: 55º – 70ºF

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This tall and hardy beauty comes in many varieties, from tricolor and variegated leaves to almost black ones. Put yours in a spot with bright, indirect light and water about once a week without water-logging, advises “The Little Book of House Plants and Other Greenery.”

• Height: Up to 2-10 feet, indoors
• Water: Weekly
• Light: Bright, indirect light
• Temperature: 65º – 85ºF

It starts small, but over time, this succulent develops thick, woody stems and grows into a 3-foot-tall (or more) miniature tree. Plant in a well-draining mix, and aim for warm, dry conditions. Moist but not wet soil is the goal — shriveled or brown leaves signal you’re under-doing it on the H2O, according to The Old Farmer’s Almanac.

• Height: Up to 3-6 feet, indoors
• Water: Every 2-3 weeks
• Light: Bright, indirect light
• Temperature: 65º- 75ºF

If you need to breathe a little life into a dark dining room, here’s your solution. Tried-and-true parlor palms can withstand sporadic watering and low-light conditions, including near north-facing windows. Bonus: They’re pet-friendly, the ASPCA confirms.

• Height: Up to 2-6 feet, indoors
• Water: Weekly or biweekly
• Light: Low and filtered light
• Temperature: 65º-80ºF

Large, lush leaves sprout out of this fast-growing plant, which can reach 5 feet tall or more when content. It’s easy to propagate too: Just lop off a thick stem, leave in water until roots appear and then replant in a new pot.

• Height: Up to 3-5 feet, indoors
• Water: Biweekly
• Light: Bright and indirect light
• Temperature: 65º- 70ºF

The classic ficus has stuck around for a reason — it’s more tolerant of low-light than other indoor trees, and it makes do with moderate watering. If you notice significant leaf drop, it’s likely due to a sudden change in temperature or light, the Missouri Botanical Garden says.

• Height: Up to 2-10 feet, indoors
• Water: Weekly
• Light: Low, indirect light
• Temperature: 65º – 80ºF

With spiky, structural foliage, this desert native thrives on as much sunlight as possible. Forgetful waterers will rejoice too: It’s extremely drought-tolerant and needs only infrequent dousing.

• Height: Up to 10 feet, indoors
• Water: Every 7-10 days
• Light: Bright, direct and indirect light
• Temperature: 30ºF and above

Pachira thrives in more swamp-like situations similar to its original home in the South American wetlands. It can tolerate overwatering if there’s good drainage and appreciates bright, indirect light. You’ll typically find it sold with a braided trunk under the name “money tree” due to its fortuitous associations in East Asia.

• Height: Up to 6-8 feet, indoors
• Water: 1-2 times per week
• Light: Bright, indirect light
• Temperature: 60º – 85 ºF

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This plant can grow up to 8 feet tall inside if you give it sufficient light — too little and the stems can look leggy and sparse. It’s better to be on the side of under-watering versus overwatering, which can cause leaf loss and root rot.

• Height: Up to 3-8 feet, indoors
• Water: Weekly
• Light: Bright, indirect light
• Temperature: 60ºF and above

Tall ceilings are a must for this majesty palm tree that can grow up to 10 feet indoors but luckily if you don’t have space at the moment, it grows about one foot every year. This tree requires a bit more care — it’s essential to keep track of soil moisture and that it’s given enough light.

• Height: Up to 10 feet, indoors
• Water: Weekly or bi-weekly
• Light: Bright, indirect light
• Temperature: 65º – 85ºF

Lemon cypress trees give off a bright lemony scent, which is bound to lighten your mood on a dreary day, and they’re not difficult to care for. Simply make sure it’s in a space that provides bright, direct light and water once a week.

• Height: Up to 3 feet tall, indoors
• Water: Weekly
• Light: Bright, direct light
• Temperature: 60º – 85ºF

The dragon tree is known for its spiked, sword-shaped leaves. This species is great for beginners due to its ability to withstand a wide range of light exposures and temperatures. Plus, it’s drought-resistant so it’ll forgive you if you forget to water it once or twice. Keep in mind that this tree has a vast root system, so potting in a large vessel would be best.

• Height: Up to 6 feet tall, indoors
• Water: Weekly to biweekly
• Light: Low, bright direct to medium, indirect light
• Temperature: 65º – 80ºF

If you value a multipurpose plant, why not invest in one that will actually bear fruit? The self-pollinating olive tree will begin to produce olives and small white flower clusters once it reaches two to four years old. It should be kept in a sunny location and watered frequently.

• Height: Up to 8 feet tall, indoors
• Water: Twice a week
• Light: Direct
• Temperature: 45ºF and above

Also known as Elephant’s Foot, this free-flowing palm tree can add an organic touch to your living space with its long curly leaves. The thick stem holds water, so you only need to water once a week or every other week, depending on the temperature and humidity within your household.

• Height: Up to 6-8 feet tall, indoors
• Water: Weekly to biweekly
• Light: Direct
• Temperature: 60ºF and above

Moist soil is the key to making sure the slow-growing Ming Aralia thrives in your home — but don’t overwater since this species can easily drown. Keep an eye on the roots — the tree’s roots can easily rot if the soil is not well-drained and survives best in warmer weather. Its irregular shape and feathery leaves create an interesting focal point in any room.

• Height: Up to 3 feet, indoors
• Water: Weekly
• Light: Bright, indirect light
• Temperature: 70º-85ºF

The Fountain Palm, also known as the Chinese Fan Palm, should be watered frequently and kept in bright but indirect light to thrive. It also grows large paper fan-like leaves, but be careful — the stems have spikes that can damage your skin.

• Height: 34-42 inches, indoors
• Water: 2-3 times per week
• Light: Bright, indirect to direct light
• Temperature: 65º – 85ºF

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Bask in the joyful holiday scent of evergreen trees all year long with this Norfolk Island Pine. Avoid letting the temperature in your home drop too low; 65º – 70ºF is an ideal temp but nothing below 50ºF. It can be watered weekly but switch to biweekly in the cold winter months.

• Height: Up to 3-6 feet, indoors
• Water: Weekly or bi-weekly
• Light: Bright, direct and indirect
• Temperature: 65º – 70ºF

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Grow this refreshing tropical fruit in the comfort of your own home — it should start to fruit once it’s three to four years old. Native to tropical regions, the Psidium guajava loves bright and direct full sunlight, as well as warm temperatures. To prevent root rot, water the tree less often in the winter and ensure the soil has good drainage.

• Height: Up to 4-6 feet, indoors
• Water: Weekly
• Light: Bright, direct light
• Temperature: 65º – 85ºF

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The unique thick truck will make a beautiful statement in your home. This tree usually stays small indoors and loves sunlight, but bright and indirect light is best. The thick leaves store water, so if you accidentally miss a watering, your plant should still be in good shape.

• Height: Up to 40 inches, indoors
• Water: Every 3-4 days
• Light: Bright, indirect light
• Temperature: 60º – 75ºF