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How well do you know your indoor green companions? Test your knowledge of popular houseplants and their care!

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Which houseplant is nicknamed "Devil's Ivy" because it is nearly impossible to kill?

About Houseplant Identification

Give your memory a workout with Houseplant Identification: 15 multiple-choice questions aimed at mixed difficulty, free to play right in your browser. How well do you know your indoor green companions? Test your knowledge of popular houseplants and their care! Expect to spend about 7 minutes; every question comes with an explanation, so you learn something even when you miss.

A few sample questions

  1. 1. Which houseplant is nicknamed "Devil's Ivy" because it is nearly impossible to kill?

    Answer: Pothos

  2. 2. What popular houseplant has long, sword-shaped leaves and is also called "Mother-in-Law's Tongue"?

    Answer: Snake Plant

  3. 3. Which houseplant produces baby plantlets on long runners that dangle from the mother plant?

    Answer: Spider Plant

  4. 4. The Fiddle Leaf Fig gets its common name from the shape of its leaves resembling what?

    Answer: A violin or fiddle

  5. 5. Which houseplant genus is known for colorful patterned leaves that fold up at night like praying hands?

    Answer: Calathea

Frequently asked questions

How long does Houseplant Identification take?

Most players finish Houseplant Identification in about 7 minutes. You can pause between questions, replay it as often as you like, and there is no penalty for taking your time — answers are explained after you submit them.

What's a good follow-up after Houseplant Identification?

If you enjoyed this memory games quiz, try the Daily Challenge — five rotating questions, refreshed every 24 hours, that count toward your streak. You can also use the Surprise Me button on the homepage to land on a different game type for variety.

Can I print Houseplant Identification?

Yes — use the Print button at the top of the page for a clean question sheet, or "Print with Answers" to make an answer key. Printed sheets work well for group play at home, in a classroom, or at a senior center.

Will I lose my progress if I close the page?

Your overall progress — XP, streaks, and badges — is saved in your browser automatically. A quiz that's underway restarts if you leave mid-game, but at about 7 minutes, Houseplant Identification fits comfortably in one sitting.

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