17 Houseplants That Grow WITHOUT Sunlight.
Everyone knows that plants need light.
So should we give up having plants if our rooms are dark and lack light?
Do not panic ! There are plants that do well in the shade. And they thrive there very well. It is also said that they are shadow plants.
These plants don't need a lot of light. They just need indirect exposure.
So how do you know if there is enough indirect light in your home? It is very simple.
If you can read a book in a room with natural light, there is enough indirect light for these plants.
To make your life easier, we have selected for you 17 houseplants that grow without light. Look :
1. Dracaena
Here is a beautiful houseplant that you can grow at home, even without light: dracaena. There are many species and they are all easy to maintain.
2. Bromeliad
This beautiful, colorful tropical plant is one of the easiest to grow. Its exotic beauty blossoms in the shade. It is therefore a perfect indoor plant that will spice up your decoration!
3. Adiantum fragrans
Ferns love shade, humidity and coolness. THE'Adiantum fragrans is no exception to the rule. Its beautiful, light green foliage only needs one thing to develop: regular watering. This plant that we nickname the hair of Venus will be perfect in a windowless bathroom!
4. Mountain palm
Nothing scares this magnificent palm tree, not even dark rooms! It is not demanding to develop: it only needs indirect light and a little water, especially in summer. With little maintenance, it brings an exotic touch to any room in the house.
5. Cyperus alternate leaves
Are you looking for a houseplant that is easy to care for and grow? So choose this Cyperus with alternate leaves with its beautiful evergreen foliage. This plant with its leaves that look like umbrellas is also called alternate papyrus. It thrives very well in a living room, an office, a living room or an entrance without direct light.
6. Mother-in-law's tongue
A great classic! The mother-in-law's tongue is indestructible. It adapts perfectly in a dark environment with little light and is happy with indirect light. It is very resistant and requires little care.
7. Fucus pumila
the Fucus pumila Also called creeping fig tree is a very resistant climbing plant. Its dense and delicate foliage can also fall elegantly. It is a pretty houseplant that also has a reputation for cleaning up indoor air. She doesn't like direct sun or hot weather. It is perfect for decorating a bathroom!
8. Philodendron
From the same family as vines, the philodendron is a perennial houseplant that doesn't ask for much sun. Its large leaves grow in a liana and make it a very decorative plant.
9. Calathea
Calathea is a very beautiful houseplant thanks to its large leaves adorned with contrasting patterns. It does well in the shade, but it fears the cold. It needs a temperature of 13 ° C minimum.
10. Maranta leuconeura
She is magnificent, is not she ? This tropical indoor plant cannot stand direct light! It therefore needs subdued light. Exposed to direct sunlight, its sublime leaves with colorful and contrasting patterns dry out.
11. Polystic with swords
This pretty green plant that looks like a fern does not like direct sunlight. A dark room suits him perfectly. On the other hand, it needs humidity. The soil in its pot should be slightly moist and acidic. She likes a little spray from time to time. Why not place it in the bathroom so that it enjoys a humid environment?
12. Peperomias
The peperomias is a pretty decorative plant with its large leaves that come in different shades of green. Soft light suits it to develop. Indeed, its delicate leaves fear direct exposure to the sun. If you place it near a window, you will need to install a curtain.
13. Epipremnum aureum
It is also called devil's ivy or indoor ivy. It is a very popular houseplant because it is hardy and easy to care for. She is able to live with very little light and requires little care. Just a little water when the soil in its pot is dry!
14. Japanese sedge
This perennial plant likes partial shade. It is in a shaded space that its flexible leaves will develop and form a beautiful decorative tuft.
15. Hairy chlorophyton
His nickname ? The spider plant! It is true that with its long thin and flexible leaves that hang down, it makes you think of a graceful spider. This resistant plant is very easy to maintain. Ideal for novice gardeners! You just need to find a little corner in the shade or partial shade, without direct light.
16. Moon flower
With its elegant white flowers, it looks like an arum! This exotic, easy-care plant grows very well indoors. It should be placed out of direct sunlight for its dense foliage and flowers to develop. Be careful, this plant cannot stand direct sunlight, but it still needs a bright space to flourish.
17. Aglaoneme
With its magnificent foliage, this houseplant illuminates a living room, a living room, an office, an entrance or a bedroom. She should not be exposed to direct sunlight but appreciates a bright environment.
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