FAQ About Indoor Plant Genetic Traits and Modifications

Genetically modifying indoor plants can pose several risks, including unintended environmental impacts such as affecting local ecosystems if modified plants are introduced outdoors. There is also the potential for reduced genetic diversity if modified plants are favored to the exclusion of natural variations. Additionally, some people have ethical or health concerns regarding genetically modified organisms (GMOs), although such risks are generally lower for decorative indoor plants compared to food plants.