Fifth place is held by Mammillaria, also known as Pincushion Cactus, with a total of 529,729 posts. The pincushion cactus is popular among cactus lovers because of its small size and ease of care.
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The fourth most Instagrammable houseplant is Sedum which is also known as Stonecrop. The plant is extremely popular among beginners as its appearance is exceptionally versatile; not only is this a great selling point for the plant, but it can also endure harsh conditions and survive prolonged periods without water (aka light negligence).
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The second runner-up is the Haworthia plant, or Zebra Cactus. Scientifically known as Haworthiopsis attenuata, the plant has a total number of 824,048 posts on Instagram. The plant's popularity is due to its ease of care, as it can tolerate varied lighting conditions and can survive long periods in dark spaces.
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Agave Americana, otherwise known as Agave, places second with 1,835,178 posts on the platform. Agave plants have a multitude of uses, but their main benefit is that their sap and juices can be used to treat many gut-related issues. It is also rich in nutrients which is why many see it as a more natural alternative to processed sugar.
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Aloe Vera plant (Aloe barbadensis miller) had the highest number of hashtags on Instagram, making it the most Instagrammable. The plant has 5,155,019 combined hashtags on the platform to date. The plant has been a household favorite for centuries due to its medicinal and cosmetic purposes. The Aloe Vera plant secures its top spot by totaling over five million posts on Instagram via various relevant hashtags.
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