Thirsty Houseplants That Need Plenty of Water to Thrive

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Quench Their Thirst: Houseplants That Crave Extra Water for Lush Growth

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Not all indoor plants are created equal when it comes to their watering needs.  Some are particularly thirsty and require consistent moisture to thrive.

If you’re looking to add some lush greenery to your home, here are 12 houseplants that need lots of water to thrive.

Prayer Plant

The colorful foliage of prayer plants will quickly wilt and develop brown edges if the soil dries out.

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Rex Begonia

The striking, swirled leaves of rex begonias come at a price – they are highly sensitive to drying out, which causes brown, crispy edges.

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Alocasia

With large, arrow-shaped leaves, alocasias are statement houseplants that need consistently moist soil to thrive.

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Baby’s Tears

This tiny, mat-forming plant is adorable but quite intolerant of drying out. Baby’s tears quickly turn brown and crispy if the soil dries more than a half inch down.

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