About PlantRanked
PlantRanked helps you discover the perfect houseplant for your space, lifestyle, and experience level. We combine data from multiple botanical databases to give you accurate, actionable recommendations.
Our Data Sources
- •Trefle.io — Open botanical database with 400K+ species, taxonomy, and growth conditions
- •Open Plantbook — Houseplant-specific care data including light, water, humidity needs
- •USDA PLANTS Database — Hardiness zones, native ranges, and distribution data
- •ASPCA Toxic Plant List — Pet safety verified against the ASPCA database of toxic and non-toxic plants
How We Score Difficulty
Our difficulty score (1-5) is computed from watering tolerance, light flexibility, humidity needs, temperature sensitivity, and growth resilience. A score of 1 means the plant survives nearly anything; 5 means it requires precise conditions and expert attention.
Independent & Unbiased
PlantRanked is not affiliated with any plant retailer. We provide neutral recommendations based on data, not inventory. When we link to stores, it's for your convenience — we may earn a small commission from affiliate links at no cost to you.
Contact
Have a suggestion or found an error? We'd love to hear from you. Reach out at support@weblabra.com.