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A house that’s filled with the best indoor plants around, is a happy one. As adding a variety of indoor plants to your home is good for the soul, enhances your room décor, and might even make your air a little fresher. There’s literally no room in the house you can’t grow house plants, so long as it’s got a window and isn’t too cold. So, take the plunge and start decorating your home with some greenery.
We’ve included all different types of attractive indoor plants, and most of them are low maintenance – or, where they aren’t , they’re well worth the effort. We’ve picked a plant for every room, whether you’re looking for large indoor plants to go in a light-filled space, or for plants that love the shade and that will thrive even in a dark, cosy corner.
Plus, anyone with no time to care for these natural home additions can rest assured that there are a couple of convincing artificial indoor plants included in our list, too…Keep scrolling to find our roundup of gorgeous indoor plants and if you want to learn more about outdoor gardening when you’re done, be sure to visit our garden ideas page.
Please note: indoor plants are currently high in demand and some of the following may no longer be immediately available.
The best indoor plants
1. Peace Lily or Spathiphyllum
The best indoor plant: a favourite for its air purifying properties
Specifications
Best for: Air purifying
Type: Tropical
Height: 85cm
Care level: Easy
Position: Medium to low light
Pet safe?: No
Reasons to buy
+Beautiful-looking plant+Adapts well to low-light conditions
Reasons to avoid
– Need dusting occasionally
The Peace Lily Spathiphyllum features beautiful shapely pleated leaves and striking white ‘flowers’ (actually a specialised leaf bract – who knew?), but little did you know that they also boast wonderful air purifying properties too. This is the perfect addition to a home, especially when you’re working from home daily, or spending a lot of time indoors due to the current climate.
What do we like about it?
Peace lilies are the minimalist luxury of house plants; just when you think it’s just foliage, they produce gorgeous, sculptural white blooms. Perfect for a bright window sill or desk.
Care tips
They’re surprisingly low maintenance, far more tolerant of under-watering than overwatering (and they let you know by drooping, perking up again after watering), and happy with ample light or the bare minimum, although those kept in low light will be more foliage- than flower-heavy.
What to watch for:
Keep in mind that lilies are toxic to cats, so make sure they’re kept in a closed room out of reach of curious kitties.
2. Calathea or Goeppertia ornata
The best unusual indoor plant: the leaf imprint is stunning and truly tropical
Specifications
Best for: Tropical vibes
Type: Tropical
Height: 15cm
Care level: Easy
Position: Bright but indirect light
Pet safe?: Yes
Reasons to buy
+Fantastic foliage+Contemporary concrete pot
Reasons to avoid
–Needs a bit more TLC than our other picks
This zebra-like calathea, Goeppertia ornata, is most easily distinguished by its colouring – white to pale pink stripes on the dark green leaf surface with a blush of deep pink underneath – making for a striking addition to any home.
What do we like about it?
Calatheas have large leaves that make a big impact in a room; they also photograph very well, given their exciting veined leaves that look as though they’ve been painted. Calatheas usually grow quite close to the ground in tropical rainforests, which means they’re happy in any reasonably bright spot in the house.
Care tips
Simply place in a reasonably cool area away from fluctuations in temperature, in not-too-bright light, and mist occasionally to keep it happy.
3. Snake Plant or Sansevieria
The best low maintenance indoor plant: for fiery decor with minimal fuss
Specifications
Best for: Virtually indestructible
Type: Tropical
Height: 40cm
Care level: Easy
Position: Bright, some full sun
Pet safe?: No
Reasons to buy
+Near-indestructible+Doesn’t spread much
Reasons to avoid
– Doesn’t respond well to over-watering
Cheekily nicknamed ‘Mother-in-Law’s Tongue’, Sansevieria, the sharp-ended Snake Plant has gorgeous variegated leaves that would add loads of interest to any shelf or windowsill. As the name suggests, it’s pretty feisty, and almost impossible to kill, so if you’re looking for the best house plants for beginners, this is a good place to start.
What to we like about it?
It’s ideal for small spaces, as it doesn’t spread out and is rigid enough not to flop under its own weight as it grows. Ideal if you tend to neglect your house plants.
Care tips
Just be sure not to over-water it, and you’ll be rewarded with a hardy, handsome plant.
4. String of hearts plant or Ceropegia linearis
The best hanging indoor plant: the trailing hearts will add instant interest to every room
Specifications
Best for: Easy to look after
Type: Real
Height: 20cm
Care level: Easy
Position: Bright but indirect light
Pet safe?: Yes
Reasons to buy
+Striking trailing shape+Long-lasting if cared for well
Reasons to avoid
–Can get a bit untidy
The String of Hearts plant Ceropegia linearis has become very popular in recent years due to its attractive trailing habit and small, heart-shaped leaves in a beautiful sage colour. It looks particularly stunning suspended from the ceiling.
What do we like about it?
This is the ultimate home styling plant that will add a touch of boho chic to any home. If properly cared for, this plant will give you joy for many years.
Care tips
Water well during growing season and very sparingly in winter.
5. Succulents or Ariocarpus
The best small indoor plants: the neat and tiny structure of succulents is perfect for minimal interiors
Specifications
Best for: Easy to look after
Type: Desert native
Height: 20cm
Care level: Easy
Position: Bright but indirect light
Pet safe?: Yes
Reasons to buy
+Very low-maintenance+Attractive containers+Perfect for windowsills
Reasons to avoid
–Full shape makes them a bit tricky to water
Succulents, Ariocarpus – part of the Cactaceae (cactus) family – are super cute and super-trendy. Adored for their mix of leaf shapes and shades of green which add visual interest to all types of space. Display them in a sunny spot, in chic or worn and rustic pots for a stunning display that will not budge.
What do we like about it?
Succulents are the nearest you’ll come to care-free plants; they also come in a dizzying variety of shapes and shades, and their firm, structured stems make them an excellent choice for interior styling.
Care tips
The best thing you can do for your succulents is forget about them; they dislike frequent watering or being disturbed too much; every once in a while, you can water them by standing them in a dish full of water for about half an hour.
6. Aloe Vera or Aloe barbadensis miller
The best indoor plant for home remedies: stick a little aloe gel on sunburn or sores and feel the healing power of nature!
Specifications
Best for: Home remedies
Type: Slow-growing succulent
Height: 30cm
Care level: Easy
Position: Bright but indirect light
Pet safe?: No
Reasons to buy
+Low-maintenance, handsome plant+Gel can be used to treat burns and scrapes+Endless puns surround this plant
Reasons to avoid
–May regret chopping bits off–Not a good one for pets
Every house inhabited by children – or accident-prone adults – needs an aloe vera in it, and this Barbados aloe is as good a cultivar as any for its soothing properties on burns, cuts, bruises and scrapes. Unfortunately it’s so lovely that you’ll be loathe to snap bits off to get to the healing gel inside, with its plush green serrated fronds, delicate variegation and serrated shape. If you’re lucky, you may get a tubular yellow-green flower in the summer, but that foliage is lovely enough by itself.
Wondering what other plants you can used as home remedies? We have the best garden plants for health in our guide.
What do we like about it?
An aloe plant can easily last you a lifetime, with many people boasting passing on their aloes to their children. It’s fun watching it slowly grow and finding it new pots every once in a while.
Care tips
Aloes are succulents, and as such, don’t like being interfered with too much. They store water in their juicy stems, so water sparingly, and always from below.
What to watch for:
Aloe may be beneficial to humans, but it isn’t to pets, so watch young puppies and kittens around these plants.
Best shade loving indoor plants
7. Dragon Tree or Dracaena fragrans ‘Janet Craig’
The best indoor plant for shade: sure to bring topical vibes to your space
Specifications
Best for: Height
Type: Tropical/subtropical
Height: 100cm
Care level: Intermediate
Position: Light shade, close to a window
Pet safe?: No
Reasons to buy
+Softer effect than normal dragon tree+Tall and slim; sits happily in corners
Reasons to avoid
–A little less traditional than your average dragon tree
You might be tempted to inject a little drama into a living room or bedroom with a fierce-looking dragon tree, but not fancy the thought of sticking yourself every time you go to water it. That’s where this slightly softer cultivar comes in: its elongated leaves are a little like an elongated peace lily’s, still striking, but with less spiking.
What do we like about it?
This is your best plant for shade: it responds well to low light areas such as hallways, and its upright habit (plant person speak for ‘growing tendency’) means it won’t interrupt your flow as you bustle past.
Care tips
The issue some people have with this plant is that if overwatered, combined with being placed in the shade, it will succumb to root rot and die. Allow the soil to dry out between watering and you should be fine.
What to watch for:
This plant can be a magnet to naughty pets (especially cats) that love chewing on its blade-like leaves, which can make them sick. Avoid in a household with young pets.
8. ZZ Plant or Zamioculcas Zamiifolia
Best statement indoor plant: for when you’re ready to up your house plant game
Specifications
Best for: a centrepeice
Type: Tropical
Height: 80cm
Care level: Easy
Reasons to buy
+Distinctive look+Easy care+Does well in light shade
Reasons to avoid
–Won’t do well in full sun
What do we like about it?
Zamioculcas is one the best-looking tropical plants for your home, with their distinctive, dark green fleshy leaves. Sturdy and enduring, they require little maintenance, and will be perfectly fine positioned away from a window, so long as they get some natural light. Slow-growing, this plant should live for many years.
Zamioculcas care tips
Take care not to overwater, allowing the top layer of the compost to dry out between watering. As with other house plants, avoid moving it too often. Plant in well-draining soil that isn’t too compact.
9. Cast Iron plant or Aspidistra
Best indoor plant you can’t kill: as the name implies, this is the Iron Man of indoor plants
Specifications
Best for: Low light areas
Height: Up to three feet
Type: Tropical/subtropical
Care level: Easy
Reasons to buy
+Virtually indestructible
Reasons to avoid
–Even if you want to kill it, it probably won’t let you
What do we like about it?
Aspidistra elatior has a common name of ‘Cast Iron Plant’, which will give you an idea of its survival potential. Once a symbol of staid suburban life, aspidistras are enjoying something of a revival. They have attractive, glossy green leaves, require very little maintenance – and actively dislike bright light, making them perfect for darker rooms.
Aspidistra care tips:
Aspidistras mainly need a good start – namely, good compost – to flourish. After that, you just need to water them occasionally, but not too often.
For more cool common house plants and care tips check out our feature.
10. Dragon tree or Dracaena marginata
Best easy care indoor palm: this very recognisable type of Dragon tree will be a talking point all year round
Specifications
Best for : A low maintenance palm display
Height : Up to three feet
Type: Tropical/subtropical
Care level: Easy
Reasons to buy
+Easy care+Attractive palm-like shape
Reasons to avoid
–Not suitable for pets
What do we like about it?
Dracaenas, or ‘dragon plant’ as they are sometimes called, are another excellent option for darker spots. They do need some indirect light, and we’ve found they do quite well on the floor somewhere in the vicinity of a window. These nicely shaped plants look a bit like mini palm trees and make great statement plants when large.
How to care for Dracaena
Dracaenas like being well watered, and, like other tropical plants with blade-shaped leaves, they like having their leaves misted with water.
What to watch for
Avoid buying these plants for households with pets: cats especially love chewing on the blade-shaped leaves, sometimes injuring themselves in the process.
11. Money tree or Pachira aquatica
Best large indoor plant (with a beautiful trunk): up the interest of a small space with this number
Specifications
Best for: A tall display
Height: 1.5 metres
Type: Tropical/subtropical
Care level: Intermediate
Reasons to buy
+Beautiful tree trunk+Doesn’t need lots of light
Reasons to avoid
–Prone to root rot–Gets heavy
What do we like about it?
Pachira aquatica, or Money Tree/Guiana Chestnut, is a native of Central and South America where it grows in swamps. It’s an all-round attractive plant with elongated leaves, and mature species are often sold with a plaited trunk, which adds interest. It does like a bright spot by a window, but will tolerate some shade, too. As with most exotic plants, so long as there is some natural light coming from somewhere, it’ll be ok.
How to care for Pachira acquatica
True to its name, this plant loves water, so water often, especially in the summer. It’s crucial not to let it stand in water, though, as this can cause root rot.
12. Snake plant or Sansevieria bacularis ‘Mikado’
Best small indoor plant for shade: tiny but full of character
Specifications
Best for: Small spaces
Height: 75 cm
Type: Tropical/subtropical
Care level: Easy
Reasons to buy
+Easily propagated+Beyond easy to care for
Reasons to avoid
–It’s not the best for cats and dogs should you have pets running around
What do we like about it?
Sansevierias may have weird common names (‘Mother-in-law’s tongue’ or ‘Snake plant’), but it’s a wonderful, tough little plant that will be happy almost anywhere. There are lots of different varieties of sansevierias out there, some with chunkier stems, others with slim ones, but they all have one thing in common: a high tolerance of a variety of light levels, from bright direct light to shade.
How to care for sansevierias:
Avoid over watering; in the winter, water very sparingly, about once a month. Don’t water from above.
13. Rubber plant or Ficus elastica
The best large indoor plant: a gorgeous and hardy house plant that’s very Insta-friendly
Specifications
Best for: Easy to look after
Type: Tropical
Height: 110cm
Care level: Easy
Position: Bright but indirect light
Pet safe?: No
Reasons to buy
+Easy care, stunning plant+Makes for a great centrepiece
Reasons to avoid
–It will grow to be enormous
Rubber plants, Ficus elastica, are – as the botanical name implies – a type of ficus, and, they are among the most popular house plants. Known for their thick, attractive, glossy leaves, they come in a variety of types, but our favourite is the dark and dramatic ‘Abidjan’.
What do we like about it?
Rubber plants are super easy to care for: apart from watering and bright light, they’re not fussy about where they are and can grow very, very tall, if a large indoor plant is what you’d like.
Care tips
Water well and regularly; although rubber plants will tolerate some neglect, they will only truly thrive with regular watering. They also need a lot of bright light, so position them next to a window.
What to watch for
The sap of this plant is very runny and glue-like – and it’s a skin irritant. Be aware of this when pruning (wear gloves) and keep an eye out for curious pets who might want to have a nibble.
14. Gardenia
The best fragrant indoor plant: this beautiful plant has a heavenly scent
Specifications
Best for: Indoor fragrance
Type: Tropical
Care level: Intermediate
Reasons to buy
+Stunning scent+Beautiful flowers and foliage+Compact plant
Reasons to avoid
–Can be difficult to keep alive
We think gardenia is one of the best all-round indoor plants you can grow at home. It has gorgeous dark green, glossy foliage and spectacular, rose-shaped flowers that are snowy white when they first open, then gradually change colour to cream and then yellow. And the scent is out of this world: a creamy, white floral that manages to also stay fresh and even a little soapy.
How to care for gardenia
This plant does require a little more attention than other indoor plants; it’s sensitive to temperature fluctuations (so don’t place it next to a radiator or draughty window), likes plenty of light but not direct sunlight, and needs to be watered by being stood in a dish (otherwise, it’s likely to die from a fungal infection).
High maintenance, but absolutely wonderful.
15. Orchids
The best indoor plants for looks: nothing beats these exotic indoor bloomers
Specifications
Best for: Striking flowers
Type: Tropical
Care level: Intermediate
Reasons to buy
+Visually striking+Some varieties smell wonderful
Reasons to avoid
–High maintenance
Why do we like it?
Orchids are primarily prized for their colourful and unusual blooms that look almost like mini sculptures. Some varieties also are exquisitely fragranced (think a complex, subtle perfume). We especially like the variety Zygopetalum ‘Trozy Blue’, which has both the visual appeal and a delicious fragrance in the mornings.
How to care for orchids
Orchids aren’t grown in the same way as any other indoor plant. In their natural habitat, orchids use their strong roots to grip onto rocks or tree branches, so they should be planted in a very light soil mix that has been ‘opened’ by lots of pebbles, with lots of drainage. Water by soaking the plant in the sink weekly, allowing it to absorb as much water as it likes.
16. Stephanotis
Best indoor white floral: a pretty climber with a heady scent
Specifications
Best for: Training into a floral arch
Type: Exotic/tropical
Care level: Easy
Reasons to buy
+Beautiful flowers+Can be trained into an arched shape
Reasons to avoid
–Won’t flower if it’s not healthy
Why do we like it?
The exotic stephanotis, much like gardenia, is a visually striking plant with dark-green leaves and white flowers. It’s a climber and can be trained to form an arch, which makes for a very pretty display plant. The scent is powerful and most like jasmine (which can also be grown indoors but tends not to do well without fresh air).
How to care for stephanotis
Keep in a well lit position away from direct sunlight, and avoid sudden temperature changes.
The best artificial indoor plants
17. Artificial Cheese Plant
The best artificial indoor plant: for a lot of drama – beautiful, fuss-free drama
Specifications
Best for: Glossy foliage
Type: Artificial
Height: 64cm
Care level: Very easy
Position: Anywhere
Pet safe?: Yes
Reasons to buy
+Trendy tropical+No need for special conditions
Reasons to avoid
–Won’t get any bushier
These days, you’re never more than six swipes away from an Insta snap of deep green, glossy foliage, artfully filtered and thoughtfully hashtagged. Simply put, there’s a huge trend right now for tropical-look foliage bursting out of every corner of the house, but unless you have a private gardener it can be hard to keep track.
Enter this fabulously Insta-ready artificial cheese plant, with its realistically shaped and textured leaves, thick stems and on-trend glazed pot. Its evergreen foliage will – obviously – be abundant year round, but, only you and we need know why that is!
What do we like about it?
It’s the most realistic-looking artificial indoor plant on our list and it avoids complications with animals/children chewing on the real thing. Omitting the need for care, while its permanently compact look is a bonus for people in small spaces. It’s a clear winner.
18. Artificial Hanging Plant
The best hanging artificial plant: this one is String of Hearts-esque and you will not see the difference (especially when it’s high up)
Specifications
Best for: Those who’ve run out of surfaces
Type: Artificial
Height: 78.7cm
Care level: Very easy
Position: Anywhere
Pet safe?: Yes
Reasons to buy
+Something a bit different+Won’t make a mess watering
Reasons to avoid
– Doesn’t look too realistic close up
Run out of available surfaces to accommodate your maximalist decorating tendencies? We hear you. This hanging planter can be hung from the wall or ceiling for an unexpected touch of greenery, and best of all, it’s artificial, so no over-zealous watering – inevitably resulting in drips on the carpet – needed.
What do we like about it?
Its delicate strings of variegated faux foliage are unbelievably pretty, and the DIY look of the rope and concrete-look planter is absolutely on-trend. Hanging plants typically require lots of bright light, but this artificial lookalike will be perfect for a dark corner or windowless bathroom.
What to watch for:
It may not be the most convincing up close, so best positioned at some distance.
How to buy the best indoor plants
A note on house plants and pet safety
While we have labelled many of our chosen house plants when they’re not pet safe, this is mainly as a precaution. Young puppies and kittens will try to chew anything, and it’s best to keep any plants our of their reach; you may want to choose from our best artificial plants instead.
Buy from the right place
Always buy your house plants from a reputable seller, preferably from a specialist plant retailer, not a supermarket. The important exception is Waitrose Garden: they do sell in Waitrose supermarkets, but the plants are grown by the plant specialists Crocus.
Check before you put in your shopping basket
If you see plants that look unnaturally green, or are blooming out of season and are crammed into a dark corner or warehouse, it’s best to avoid them: they will have been artificially overstimulated by too much fertilising, and are likely to succumb to disease once you’ve brought them home.
Consider the conditions at home
In terms of which plants to choose, consider how much light there is in your home. Most tropical plants prefer bright, indirect light, though some varieties may tolerate a bit of shade. A steady temperature is also important: house plants hate draughts, or the hot dry air from radiators, so think if you’ve got a spot by a window that doesn’t get opened too much.