Find Out Which Houseplant You Should Get Based on Your Zodiac Sign

Illustrations by Becky Jiras | Concept by Madeleine Fournier
Illustrations by Becky Jiras | Concept by Madeleine Fournier

Houseplants are the perfect touch that can make a house or apartment feel like a home. They're inviting and colorful, and come in so many shapes, sizes, and yes, colors! But when there are so many plants to choose from, it can be overwhelming to narrow down one that's right for you, your personality, and your space. Luckily, our zodiac signs can help with that! By looking closely at our unique personality traits associated with our signs, we can better understand what plant we'd vibe with most. Don't think you want a plan that needs tons of attention? Don't worry, there are some beautiful self-sufficient ones out that don't need constant love and care. Or if you get great satisfaction from planting seeds and watching them grow, there are great plants for that too! And if you're a Leo and just want the coolest sounding plant out there, we got you covered (spoiler alert: it's called donkey tail). Keep reading to see which houseplant you should buy based on your zodiac sign.

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Aries (March 21-April 19)

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This Pencil Cactus Succulent Houseplant ($18) rewards you if you take good care of it: beautiful red and gold sticks will grow extremely tall! Just be careful: they're also called "Firesticks," as their sap has properties that can cause blindness.

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Taurus (April 20-May 20)

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If you love to nurture things and watch them grow, then this Fiddle-Leaf Fig ($195) is perfect for you. It's a plant that needs a lot of organized attention, but will give you those beautiful Pinterest home vibes in return.

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Gemini (May 21-June 20)

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The Monstera Deliciosa ($15) is a Swiss cheese plant (sadly, it doesn't produce cheese). It grows fast and is a gorgeous plant for decor, but can become irritated if it's not handled properly.

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Cancer (June 21-July 22)

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If you're an introvert that values your alone time, you'll heavily relate to the Prayer Plant ($65). It tends to fold up at night for "me" time and is relatively low maintenance to care for.

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Leo (July 23-Aug. 22)

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Leos love being the center of attention, so what better plant to get than the one with the best name? The Donkey Tail ($8) drapes itself over everything and is (thankfully) pretty forgiving if you forget to water it.

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Virgo (Aug. 23-Sept. 22)

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Virgos will appreciate the extremely practical Snake Plant ($63) as it clears the air and is insect resistant. It also loves low light, so make sure you have a special place for it.

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Libra (Sept. 23-Oct. 22)

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This Bonsai Tree ($32) is beautiful for a reason: it doesn't like to be neglected and flourishes when properly cared for. It also symbolizes peace and balance, so it's the perfect thing to have in your home.

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Scorpio (Oct. 23-Nov. 21)

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The Trachyandra Tortilis ($5) is a unique, snake-like plant that looks like Medusa's hair. But in addition to just looking cool, this plant is also long-living, so it'll be loyal to you for quite some time!

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Sagittarius (Nov. 22-Dec. 21)

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The Moon Cactus ($6) is definitely a conversation starter! It's prickly, so be careful when handling, but if it's properly cared for, it'll really open up for you and bloom.

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Capricorn (Dec. 22-Jan. 19)

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Capricorns will appreciate that this Aloe Vera Plant ($35) is self-sufficient, so you won't have to do too much for it. The hardworking plant has medicinal uses, so it's smart to have one at home.

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Aquarius (Jan. 20-Feb. 18)

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The Rubber Plant ($40) will give any space an ultracool vibe and comes in a ton of fun colors, so you can make sure it matches your decor theme. It can also be grown big or kept small, depending on its conditions, so you make the call for your space.

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Pisces (Feb. 19-March 20)

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The Spider Plant ($7) is a low-maintenance plant that clears toxins in the air. It's also adaptable and hard to kill, so if you're not the best plant parent, don't worry!