Best Decor with Low Light Plants
Some rooms in your house have no windows. In these rooms it is great if you can decorate with low light plants. It is wonderful to have green living plants in your home. It creates a sense of calm and improves well-being.
Plants can improve air quality, reduce stress, and improve concentration. It’s no wonder people want them in their homes. The one thing that most plants need is light. A problem can occur when there is not enough light for the plant to flourish. We have a remedy for that. When the light levels are too low for many plants to survive, it is time to bring in low light-loving greenery.
What is low light? The areas in your home that have no windows, or if there are windows, the shades are closed most of the time. Corridors that have no windows are also very low-light areas. It can be a common problem in indoor spaces.
If you think of the plants that live near the floor of the forest, you know they are not getting much light at all. The trees shade them from the sun and a lot of the light available. They live quite well in these conditions. These are the plants we turn to when we want a living green plant in our low-light areas.
12 Best Plants that will Thrive In Low Light
Southern Maidenhair fir (Adiantum capillus-veneris)
A southern maidenhair fern is a species of fern native to the southern United States and Mexico. It is a small fern, typically growing to about 20-30 cm tall. It has delicate, fan-like fronds, similar to a Boston Fern. The leaves are finely divided and have a distinct black stem. This plant does well in a terrarium and is commonly used as a houseplant.
Staghorn fern (playtcerium spp.)
The staghorn fern is a very unique-looking plant. It is a type of epiphytic fern. It gets its name from its antler-like growth habit. They grow on trees and rocks in tropical regions. They have distinctive large, flat fronds that resemble the shape of a stag’s anglers. Staghorn ferns can be grown mounted on plaques or in baskets. They require high humidity to thrive. A bathroom may be a good place to grow this one.
String of Coin (Peperomia pepperspot)
A string of Coins is a trailing vine with small, coin-shaped leaves. It has very low maintenance requirements and the ability to thrive in many different lighting conditions. It is common as a houseplant and sometimes called String of Turtles, due to its round leaves that resemble turtle shells.
Heartleaf Philidendron (Phildendron hederaceuym)
The Heartleaf Philodendron is a tropical vine that is very common as a houseplant. It has heart-shaped leaves and the ability to climb or trail, making it a popular choice for hanging baskets or trained to climb a trellis or pole. It is relatively easy to care for and can tolerate low-light conditions, making it a great choice for indoor gardening.
Bolivian Begonia (begonia boliviensis)
A Bolivian Begonia, also known as Rex begonia, is known for its brightly colored and intricately patterned leaves. They are typically grown as indoor plants and require high humidity to thrive. They are low maintenance making them popular among indoor gardeners. They do not like to be overwatered.
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Golden Pathos (Epipremnum aureum)
The Golden Pathos is a species of flowering plant in the arum family. It is a common houseplant and is known by other names such as golden pathos, hunter’s robe, ivy arum, silver vine, and taro vine. This plant is known for its attractive heart-shaped leaves and its ability to climb and trail. It will purify the air by removing toxins such as formaldehyde and carbon monoxide.
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Spider Plant (Chlorophytum Comosum)
A spider plant is a perennial plant in zone 8 or warmer. It is known for its long, thin leaves that resemble spider legs, and its small white flowers. Spider plants are commonly grown as houseplants as they are relatively easy to care for and can help purify the air in a home. They can also be grown outdoors in warm climates. They are available with green or variegated leaves. To propagate a spider plant, just take a baby offshoot and stick it into some potting soil. It will grow from the rhizomes.
English Ivy (Hedera helix)
English ivy is a vigorous, fast-growing vine. The leaves can be dark glossy green, white and green, or yellow and green depending on the variety. It handles low light very well. Watch for spider mites on the underside of the leaves of this plant. It is a great choice for hanging baskets and can be put outside in warmer months.
Rabbits Foot Fern
A rabbit’s foot fern, also known as a Hares foot is a type of fern that is native to the southeastern United Sates. It has fuzzy, furry rhizomes that resemble a rabbit’s foot. It also feels similar to a rabbit’s foot. The fern has delicate, feathery dark green fronds that can grow up to 12 inches long. It is popular as a house plant because it is easy to care for and can tolerate low-light conditions. One of the easiest of all ferns to grow.
The next three plants are great for low light conditions, although not ideally suited for hanging baskets as they get too tall. Still worth a mention for these locations though.
Aroid Palm ZZ Plant – zambioculcus zamiifolia
A ZZ plant is a species of flowering plant, native to Eastern Africa. In the countries of Kenya and Tanzania. This plant is known for its glossy, dark green leaves and its ability to tolerate low light and drought conditions. It is a popular choice for indoor gardening. Also known as the Zanzibar gem. It grows fairly slowly but does produce 4-5 new stems every year.
Dumb Cane Dieffenbachia
The Dieffenbachia plant is a tropical plant native to the Caribbean and South America. It has large, glossy leaves and has the ability to purify the air by removing toxins. Some species can grow quite large. They enjoy high humidity conditions so require misting. Also, it prefers to be dry. Don’t overwater this plant. All parts of the plant are toxic if ingested.
Chinese Evergreen Plant
The Chinese evergreen is a type of tropical plant, native to southeast Asia. It is known for its large glossy leaves that are typically green but can also be variegated with shades of silver or gray. The plant is known for being easy to care for and can grow well in low-light conditions making it popular. Chinese Evergreens have the ability to purify the air by removing toxins.
