A man’s love for his 67 houseplants just landed him in the hospital, fighting for his life while he waits for a heart transplant. Wallace suspects soil bacteria or mold from his plant collection played a role, though his underlying heart condition remains the primary concern. Wallace’s experience has sparked a broader conversation about the risks of indoor plants, especially for those with weakened immune systems. Pseudomonas aeruginosa, a bacteria commonly found in soil and water, is one of the culprits he believes contributed to his infection. After more than five years with an LVAD, he’s now waiting for a heart transplant, a process complicated by his infection.