Most people believe that plants, especially the ones in homes, require lots of water and sunshine to survive. While that may be true for many varieties, low light plants exist. And they can easily flourish, with or without sunshine
What are Low Light Plants?Â
Low light plants are home plants that can easily thrive in darker corners, without much sunlight. This is because they process energy at a much slower rate, in comparison to regular plants.Â
Benefits of Low Light Plants
Low light plants offer multiple benefits. They are low maintenance, apartment-friendly and in most cases, pet-friendly. They often add aesthetic appeal to the shaded areas of your home and help purify the air. Â
6 Home Plants That Flourish With Little to No SunshineÂ
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Snake PlantÂ
The snake plant is known for its tall sword like leaves. It can easily withstand irregular watering and dark spaces, which makes it a great choice for beginners.Â
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ZZ Plant
The Zamioculcas zamiifolia plant, more commonly known as the ZZ plant hails from East Africa and features glossy, emerald green leaves. This plant actually thrives in poorly lit spaces.
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Peace Lily
Peace Lily is a low maintenance and pretty plant that blooms at least once a year. It is an exceptional air purifier and wilts when in need of water, which makes it easy to take care of.Â
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Pothos Plant
Pothos plant is famous for its cascading leaves that form vines. It is extremely versatile and can thrive in all kinds of space, irrespective of the lighting.Â
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Chinese Evergreen Plant
The Chinese Evergreen plant features leaves in bright colours such as green, pink and red. Most experts believe that this plant actually does better in artificial lighting.
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Cast Iron PlantÂ
The cast iron plant got its name due to its durability. It features tall and strong leaves that can easily withstand neglect, low sunshine and changes in temperature.
It is important to note that low light doesn’t necessarily mean no light. All of the above mentioned plants do require care and maintenance from time to time. However, they are more forgiving than regular plants. Â
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