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Waxy-Leaf Houseplant Reference
A sortable, filterable lookup table for glossy-leaved houseplants — light, water, growth rate, pest resistance, and pet safety, side by side.
17
species catalogued
Quick Reference
- 6 of 17 species here tolerate low light: ZZ Plant, Snake Plant, Pothos, Peperomia, Chinese Evergreen, and Corn Plant.
- 11 of 17 are toxic to cats and dogs, 3 are mildly toxic, and 3 are pet-safe — use the Pet Toxicity filter below before placing one in a pet-accessible room.
- Fastest growers: Rubber Plant, Pothos, Philodendron (up to 2 ft/year). Slowest: Jade Plant, Aloe Vera, Echeveria, Snake Plant, Corn Plant.
- A waxy cuticle resists pests and water loss better than matte-leaf plants (e.g. Monstera), but dust still blocks light — wipe leaves monthly to keep them photosynthesizing efficiently.
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