5 Low Light Indoor Plants: How to Grow Inside with Expert Tips
Hello, fellow plant enthusiasts! In today’s second edition of our viral video series, I’m super excited to introduce you to five fantastic indoor plants that can thrive well even in low light rooms. Should you have been looking to add more greenery indoors but just don’t seem to have enough natural light, then this list is just right for you. We are about to delve into these houseplants and how to look after them.
1. Phlebodium Aureum (Golden Polypody)
For successful indoor plant care, high humidity levels are desired; thus, daily misting works much magic. Place the plant on a tray containing water and pebbles in the room, especially when the room is somewhat dry. It is hardy to choose and survive some sort of neglect but would do so much better with proper care. I have one in a dim corner of my apartment, and it’s doing wonderfully!
2. Fittonia (Nerve Plant)
Coming in next on our list is the stunning Fittonia, otherwise known as the nerve plant. A real showstopper for any plant lover, its main feature includes some brilliant colors and veining on its leaves that give an added flair to any room. Though it prefers brighter conditions in which those colors can get punched up, Fittonia can tolerate low-light environments quite well for a plant, making it a great choice for dimmer areas of one’s house or apartment.
This plant would turn a dark spot in any area of your house into something more eye-catching, thanks to its contrasting foliage. If you do decide to grow Fittonia, just make sure to keep the soil consistently moist because it loves humidity. A great way to spice up and add some greenery to a room needing a little life.
3. Syngonium (Arrowhead Plant)
Next on the list is the Syngonium, also known as the arrowhead plant. These pretty houseplants love bright, indirect light, but the all-green varieties will tolerate low light. Just a caution: pink-and-white-variegated Syngoniums are sensitive, as they contain less chlorophyll and thus require more light.
Indoor Care: Syngoniums are pretty fussy. I also find them to shed leaves easily if relocated to a darker room. The key is the introduction during spring when the plant is in the growing season. In that way, it will have enough time to accommodate the new environment, even if it is somewhat darker. Settled, it will pay you off with lush growth in due time, and believe me, it is worth it!
4. Chlorophytum (Spider Plant)
Let’s look at one of the easiest houseplants to take care of, the Chlorophytum, better known as a spider plant. Renowned for the hardy nature of this plant, it’s ideal for those just starting or seeking a low-maintenance indoor plant. Even though the spider plant prefers a brighter area, it will do quite well in lower light conditions and therefore can be used throughout your home.
These plants are real growers and usually have long-stemmed, small, white flowers on them that are a bonus. If your spider plant has been acclimated to a brighter space—such as being outside or even in a really bright room—it will take time to get used to being moved to a darker location, but it will thrive eventually. It’s virtually foolproof and requires very little attention once it’s settled.
5. Zamioculcas Zamiifolia (ZZ Plant)
Last but not least, I would like to introduce the Zamioculcas zamiifolia, or ZZ plant. That is one of the most low-light-tolerant plants you can find in nature, which can survive and develop well even if they are placed quite far from the windows. If you were afraid of your home being too dark to plant something, a ZZ plant is your answer.
It was just incredible to me how this plant could do great in places where other plants would not be able to. It does not need to be watered all the time—in fact, it can go several weeks without really being taken care of. One of the few ways it does get harmed is by overwatering. My mom has one that’s grown huge, and it was set away in one of the corners of low light. If you are in search of a hardy, easy-to-care-for indoor plant, this is it!
Conclusion: Adding Greenery to Low-Light Spaces
I hope this guide has inspired you in bringing some greenery into your low-light rooms. With a little extra care, beautiful and thriving houseplants will make their way into your low-light space. Plants like the Phlebodium aureum, Fittonia, Syngonium, Chlorophytum, and Zamioculcas zamiifolia are perfect for growing indoors, especially in those dim corners.
Indoor plant care in low-light conditions requires merely understanding what your plants need and offering them a little more humidity, carefully watering them. Feel free to experiment with various types of plants until you observe which works best in your house. These houseplants will add color, life, and vibrancy into any room, whether one is starting or an avid gardener of plants.
If you’ve enjoyed this guide and would like to learn more about growing plants indoors, feel free to leave a comment or request a third edition!
Happy planting!
