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When a new life arrives at home, every corner is filled with laughter and joy. When decorating the home, choosing appropriate flowers and plants can not only beautify the environment but also cultivate children's love for nature. However, considering that children are curious and love to touch and play with things, it is crucial to select plants that are friendly to kids. The following flowers and plants are safe and interesting, making them ideal for families with children.

Succulents are cute and easy to care for, making them the top choice for families with kids. Most succulents are small in size and non-toxic, so even if children accidentally touch them, there is no need to worry. Additionally, they have low requirements for light and water. Parents can water and repot succulents with their children, helping to cultivate the kids' sense of responsibility and hands-on abilities.

Spider plants serve as both "air guardians" and "cute green pets" at home. Their long, slender, and soft leaves naturally hang downward, forming a unique green curtain that is highly ornamental. The golden pothos (a type of spider plant) has golden edges on its leaves, giving it a fresh and elegant look. Spider plants can effectively absorb harmful gases like formaldehyde and benzene from the air, creating a healthy breathing environment for children. Moreover, they have tenacious vitality and are easy to propagate by cuttings. Parents can cut the spider plant's stolons with their children and plant them together, allowing kids to intuitively observe the process of life growth.

Mint is a practical and interesting plant. It emits a fresh and pleasant aroma that can refresh the mind and repel mosquitoes, creating a mosquito-free play space for children. Mint has tender green leaves, and (rubbing) them releases a stronger fragrance, which can fully engage children's sense of smell and touch. Parents can pick mint leaves with their children to make mint tea or cool mint drinks, which not only strengthens parent-child bonds but also lets children understand the edible value of plants.

If children love colorful flowers, sunflowers (note: in Chinese, "sunflower" here refers to Portulaca grandiflora, commonly known as moss rose) are a great choice. These flowers are small and delicate, coming in various colors such as red, yellow, and pink. They have strong adaptability, being drought-resistant and able to thrive in poor soil, requiring little meticulous care. Children can observe how sunflowers bloom and close with the sunlight every day, experiencing the magical laws of nature.

Begonias are highly ornamental. Begonia semperflorens (wax begonia) produces clusters of flowers in rich colors like pink and red, with a long blooming period that adds color to the home for a long time; Begonia rex (king begonia) has unique leaves covered with patterns resembling toad skin, full of artistic appeal. Begonias are non-toxic and relatively easy to care for, suitable for placing in the living room, balcony, and other areas to create a warm and beautiful home environment for children.

Growing these child-friendly flowers and plants at home can not only beautify the environment and purify the air but also serve as a small window for children to understand nature. When parents take care of plants with their children, kids can learn knowledge through practice and cultivate love and a sense of responsibility, allowing greenery and laughter to bloom together at home.