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Style it by the edge of your sofa to add bonus space for your morning coffee or evening snacks, or use it by a window in your entryway, bedroom, or kitchen as a pedestal table to show off your favorite houseplants.
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Caley Sturgill, Southern Living, 16 Apr. 2026
Here's what three gardening experts say about when and how to prune pothos, plus tips for caring for this popular houseplant.
—Lee Wallender, The Spruce, 14 Apr. 2026
Try placing pretty potted houseplants on the floor, countertops, or bathroom shelves.
—Charlotte Observer, 13 Apr. 2026
Ceramic, terracotta, and plastic pots all work well for houseplants.
—Lauren Landers, Better Homes & Gardens, 12 Apr. 2026
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Caley Sturgill, Southern Living, 16 Apr. 2026
Here's what three gardening experts say about when and how to prune pothos, plus tips for caring for this popular houseplant.
—Lee Wallender, The Spruce, 14 Apr. 2026
Try placing pretty potted houseplants on the floor, countertops, or bathroom shelves.
—Charlotte Observer, 13 Apr. 2026
Ceramic, terracotta, and plastic pots all work well for houseplants.
—Lauren Landers, Better Homes & Gardens, 12 Apr. 2026
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“Houseplant.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/houseplant. Accessed 25 Apr. 2026.
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houseplant
noun
house·plant
ˈhau̇-ˌsplant 
: a plant grown or kept indoors
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