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For families with babies, choosing green plants cannot be taken lightly, and safety should be given the highest priority. Next, I will recommend several types of green plants that are suitable for families with babies.

Lucky Bamboo

The leaves of the lucky bamboo are emerald green and slender. When cultivated in water, it is clean and soil-free, symbolizing "wealth and peace." When cultivating it with clean water in daily life, change the water once every 2 to 3 days in the initial stage. After it takes root, change the water once every 1 to 2 weeks, and the water level should submerge about one-third of the roots. Place it in a place with diffused light or semi-shade, and avoid direct sunlight. The optimal room temperature is 18-24°C.

Safety: It is non-toxic to humans, but some materials indicate that it contains saponins. If pets accidentally ingest it, they may have diarrhea. It is recommended to keep it away from the areas where pets are active.

Ficus Elastica

The leaves of the ficus elastica are thick, shiny, and have a strong ability to adsorb dust, which can improve the indoor air quality. During daily maintenance, water it thoroughly when the potting soil is dry. In summer, you can spray water on the leaves for cleaning, and reduce watering in winter. Place it in a place with sufficient diffused light to avoid the leaves being burned by strong light in summer.

Safety: The whole plant is non-toxic. However, when the plant is relatively tall, a stable flower pot should be used. It is recommended to place it in a corner or an area where the baby has less activity.

Fiddle-leaf Fig

The leaves of the fiddle-leaf fig are shaped like a cello, with an artistic and fresh style. It has strong shade tolerance and is suitable as the main landscape plant in the living room. During daily maintenance, keep the soil moist, control the amount of water in winter to avoid root rot. Ensure good ventilation, and the optimal room temperature is 15-25°C. Keep it away from the air outlets of air conditioners or heaters.

Safety: The leaves are tough and not easy to be damaged. It is non-toxic and the daily maintenance is simple. Just wipe the leaves once a month.

Ivy

The vines of the ivy naturally droop, and it can purify harmful substances such as formaldehyde and benzene. It is suitable for north-facing rooms. During daily maintenance, water it to keep the soil moist. Spray water once a day in summer and water once a week in winter. Place it in a semi-shady environment, such as the windowsill of a study or a corridor, and avoid direct sunlight.

Safety: The whole plant is non-toxic, but the vines may entangle the baby's fingers. It is recommended to hang it at a height of more than 2 meters, such as on a ceiling hook, to keep it completely out of the baby's reach.

Dwarf Coconut

The dwarf coconut has a mini plant shape, and its leaves are slender and soft. It is suitable for placing on a desk or a side cabinet. During daily maintenance, water it once a week in summer and once every 10 days in winter, and keep the potting soil slightly moist. Place it in a place with diffused light or in the shade, and there is no need to expose it to the sun frequently.

Safety: It is non-toxic and the plant is low and stable, and the flower pot is not easy to tip over. It can be directly placed on furniture that the baby cannot reach.

Peperomia Obtusifolia

The leaves of the peperomia obtusifolia are round, plump, and as green as jade, and the plant shape is compact. It is suitable for windowsills or office areas. During daily maintenance, water it thoroughly when the potting soil is dry. In summer, you can spray mist on the leaves to increase humidity, but be careful to avoid doing it at noon. Place it in a place with sufficient diffused light, and it can receive a small amount of direct sunlight in winter.

Safety: The whole plant is non-toxic, but the leaves are relatively brittle. If the baby grabs it, they may break the leaves. It is recommended to place it on a bookshelf or a windowsill that is higher than the baby's height.