Low Maintenance Indoor Plants to Brighten Your Space

  • August 26, 2024
  • 03:32 Minutes

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Indoor plants are a great way to bring not only nature but also positivity into your life and home. They can lighten up your space and also have benefits.

Low-maintenance plants can also be ideal for those who want to enjoy the benefits of houseplants without needing constant care. In this article, we will discuss 15 such indoor plants.

15 Low Maintenance Indoor Plants 2024

Here are 15 easy-to-care-for indoor plants that can brighten up your home and spread positivity.

1. Fiddle Leaf Fig

The Fiddle Leaf Fig, also known as Ficus Iyrata, has violin-shaped leaves and is quite popular. It can grow up to 10 feet tall indoors, making it a striking focal point in any room. It is pretty low maintenance and does not need frequent care.

2. Philodendron

Philodendrons come in various species, but most feature heart-shaped leaves and trailing vines. They’re adaptable and can grow in different conditions.  Philodendrons are known for their air-purifying qualities and ability to thrive.

3. Bromeliad Vriesea Intenso Orange

The Vriesea Intenso Orange, or flaming sword houseplant, is known for its bright orange spike lasting 3-6 months. It’s a colorful, easy indoor plant that brightens up any space.

4. Preserved Fern Kokedama

Kokedama is a Japanese art form where plants are grown in a moss-covered ball of soil. Preserved ferns in this style require no watering or special care. Preserved fern kokedamas offer the beauty of plants with zero maintenance, perfect for those who travel frequently or have limited time for plant care.

5. String of Pearls

This succulent features cascading stems of bead-like leaves resembling a string of pearls. It’s a suitable choice for hanging baskets or high shelves.

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6. Echeveria

Echeverias are rosette-forming succulents in various colors and shapes. They’re compact and perfect for small spaces. These succulents store water in their leaves, making them low-maintenance.

7. Prayer Plant

The Prayer Plant is known for its distinctive leaf movements – its leaves fold up at night like praying hands. It features beautifully patterned leaves. While it prefers consistent moisture, the Prayer Plant is forgiving and can bounce back quickly if occasionally neglected.

8. Air Plants

Air plants are unique because they don’t require soil to grow. They come in various shapes and sizes and can be displayed creatively. Air plants are incredibly low-maintenance and can thrive in environments with minimal care.

9. Orchid

Orchids are elegant plants with long-lasting flowers in various colors and species, such as Phalaenopsis (Moth Orchid) and Dendrobium. You can grow orchids with little but consistent care.

10. Lucky Bamboo

Despite its name, Lucky Bamboo isn’t bamboo. It’s a resilient plant that can grow in water or soil and is often shaped into decorative forms.

11. Anthurium

Anthuriums’ leaves are shaped like hearts, which adds to the beauty of this plant. They add a tropical touch to any space.  Anthuriums are relatively easy to care for and can bloom year-round with proper care.

12. Aloe Vera

The Aloe Vera plant has many benefits. For instance, you can apply it to your hair for a shiny look. The plant is perfect for those who often forget to water their plants.

13. Spider Plant

Spider Plants are popular, easy-to-grow houseplants with long, arching leaves and the ability to produce “baby” plants (plantlets) that can be propagated. They’re perfect for beginners and can quickly fill a space with cascading foliage. An added advantage is their air purifying property.

14. Tradescantia Zebrina

Also known as Wandering Jew, Tradescantia Zebrina features striking purple and silver-striped leaves. It grows quickly and can be adorned in a hanging basket in your home. This plant is highly adaptable and can tolerate a range of conditions.

15. Peace Lily

Peace Lilies are flowering plants with large green leaves and white flowers. Peace Lilies can indicate when they need water by dropping their leaves. Their beauty can adorn any living space and brighten it.

Conclusion

As Beth Ditto says, ‘A beautiful plant is like having a friend around the house.’ With minimal effort, you can make your living space beautiful and bright with indoor plants. Before bringing home a plant, you can consider the space of your house and your aesthetic.

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