Var. Mini ScheffleraSchefflera is a popular houseplant because it's easy to grow (it tolerates a range of growing conditions) and adds fun texture with it's umbrella like leaves. Works great in a well lit room. Wait until top 2" of soil is dried before watering.

Unlike other succulents

Your cactus might be surviving

Water when the soil is completely dried through

the Cast Iron only needs watered every 2-3 weeks

damp forest floor

or African Milk Plant

Water thoroughly and then allow the soil to dry out between waterings

Mosquito Bits are an excellent way to rid yourself of fungus gnats

Unfortunately they are unlikely to produce coffee beans indoors

as they can get mush if the roots on top get too wet

Watering with spring or distilled water will help keep the tips of the leaves from turning brown

Water thoroughly and then let the top half of the soil dry out before watering again