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<ul class="summary-list"><li>Low-light plants have adapted to their shady environments both indoors and in their natural habitats.</li><li>Most low-light plants don't need to be watered very often, making them even easier to keep alive.</li><li>Bird's nest fern and calatheas are both shade tolerant and non-toxic to pets.</li></ul><p>Most beginner plants have one thing in common: low-light tolerance. These plants are favorites for dimly lit apartments, dark offices, and shady corners of the <keyword id="11898442" type="UNKNOWN" weightage="100" keywordseo="home" source="Orion">home</keyword>. While all plants need light to create food through the process of photosynthesis, some can survive and continue to grow in less than sunny conditions.</p><p>Erin Marino, editorial lead and plant expert at <a href="https://www.businessinsider.com/reviews/out?u=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.thesill.com%2F" target="_blank" rel="nofollow noopener sponsored">The Sill</a>, shares her top eight choices of plants that tolerate low light, making them perfect <keyword id="12021028" type="UNKNOWN" weightage="60" keywordseo="houseplants" source="Orion">houseplants</keyword> for the duskiness of autumn and winter.</p><h2><strong>What makes certain plants tolerant to shade?</strong></h2><p>Houseplants, like humans, are adaptable to change. In the case of shade-tolerant or low-light plants, Marino explains that it is adaptation over time in the plant's natural environment,  adaptation over time through cultivation in a controlled environment like a greenhouse, or a combination of both that makes these plants resilient in low light.</p><p>"Some plants like ferns are native to dark forest floors. Thanks to a dense canopy of trees above, they receive little direct sunlight, but have adapted over time to thrive in this shady environment," says Marino. "This natural tolerance in their native habitat makes for a popular houseplant, so they are then cultivated by growers to strengthen that tolerance even more over time."</p><h2>1. Snake plant </h2><div type="image" title="snake plant" height="662" width="882" msid="87292243" hostid="261"></div><ul><li><strong>Botanical name: </strong>Dracaena trifasciata 'Laurentii'</li><li><strong>Light level: </strong>Bright indirect to low light</li><li><strong>Pet-friendly: </strong>No</li><li><strong>Watering frequency: </strong>Every two to three weeks, when soil is dry</li><li><strong>Common problems:</strong> Root rot from overwatering</li></ul><p>The <a href="https://www.insider.com/snake-plant-care" target="_blank" rel="noopener">snake plant</a>, also known as the mother-in-law's tongue and Saint George's sword, is the low-maintenance houseplant every novice plant parent needs. It also claimed a top spot in <a href="https://ntrs.nasa.gov/citations/19930073077" target="_blank" rel="noopener">NASA's Clean Air Study</a> in 1989 as being able to reduce indoor air pollutants like benzene and formaldehyde.</p><p>"The snake plant is also a succulent plant that tolerates low light," says Marino. "What does this mean if you're brand new to taking care of plants? You can forget to water it and put it almost anywhere in your home!"</p><h2>2. ZZ plant </h2><div type="image" title="Three potted plants with a ZZ plant on the right" height="1412" width="1883" msid="87292245" hostid="261"></div><ul><li><strong>Botanical name:</strong> Zamioculcas zamiifolia</li><li><strong>Light level: </strong>Medium indirect to low light</li><li><strong>Pet-friendly: </strong>No</li><li><strong>Watering frequency: </strong>Every two to three weeks, when soil is dry</li><li><strong>Common problems:</strong> Overwatering/underwatering</li></ul><p>The <a href="https://www.insider.com/reviews/out?platform=browser&amp;postSource=in%7C60b0061668059d2dfe078859&amp;sc=false&amp;type=LINK-WITH-REVIEW-SLASH-OUT&amp;u=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.thesill.com%2Fproducts%2Fzz-plant%3F_pos%3D1%26_psq%3DZZ%2520plant%26_ss%3De%26_v%3D1.0%26variant%3D39488665190505&amp;sessionid=1635340921765sionid=1635340921765" target="_blank" rel="nofollow noopener sponsored">ZZ plant</a> is not only able to survive the shade but is also drought tolerant. "Having evolved in arid environments, ZZ plants have developed rhizomes that store water to help them survive droughts in their natural habitat," says Marino.</p><h2>3. Bird's nest fern </h2><div type="image" title="Potted bird's nest fern" height="1412" width="1883" msid="87292248" hostid="261"></div><ul><li><strong>Botanical name: </strong>Asplenium nidus</li><li><strong>Light level: </strong>Medium indirect to low light</li><li><strong>Pet-friendly: </strong>Yes</li><li><strong>Watering frequency: </strong>Every one to two weeks; keep slightly humid</li><li><strong>Common problems:</strong> Overwatering/underwatering, bacterial blight</li></ul><p>Known for its wavy fronds that grow out of a central rosette, the <a href="https://www.insider.com/reviews/out?platform=browser&amp;postSource=in%7C60b0061668059d2dfe078859&amp;sc=false&amp;type=LINK-WITH-REVIEW-SLASH-OUT&amp;u=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.thesill.com%2Fproducts%2Fbirds-nest-fern%3Fvariant%3D33064812281961&amp;sessionid=1635340921765sionid=1635340921765" target="_blank" rel="nofollow noopener sponsored">bird's nest fern</a> will add a vibrant pop of green to your space. This charming houseplant is also pet-friendly - a perfect foliage friend for your fur baby.</p><p>"Ferns get a bad rap for being difficult to care for, but the bird's nest fern variety is relatively low maintenance," says Marino. "It is epiphytic in its natural habitat, meaning it grows on other things like trees or rocks to reach more light."</p><h2>4. Pothos </h2><div type="image" title="A hanging devil's ivy a.k.a. pothos plant" height="1413" width="1884" msid="87292250" hostid="261"></div><ul><li><strong>Botanical name:</strong> Epipremnum aureum</li><li><strong>Light level: </strong>Medium indirect to low light</li><li><strong>Pet-friendly: </strong>No</li><li><strong>Watering frequency: </strong>Every one to two weeks, when soil is dry</li><li><strong>Common problems:</strong> Mealybugs, scale, overwatering/underwatering</li></ul><p>The crowd-pleasing <a href="https://www.insider.com/reviews/out?platform=browser&amp;postSource=in%7C60b0061668059d2dfe078859&amp;sc=false&amp;type=LINK-WITH-REVIEW-SLASH-OUT&amp;u=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.afloral.com%2Fcollections%2Fsilk-flowers-real-touch-flowers%2Fproducts%2Fhanging-real-touch-pothos-house-plant-48&amp;sessionid=1635340921765sionid=1635340921765" target="_blank" rel="nofollow noopener sponsored">pothos</a> plant has been one of the most popular houseplants for decades, not just for its attractive trailing vines and different shades of green, but for its enduring nature in several types of environments.</p><p>"There's a reason you see it just about everywhere, from malls to doctors' offices to your friend's living room - it'll tolerate just about any environment," says Marino. "It's even sometimes referred to as the 'cubicle plant' because of its tolerance to less than ideal conditions like low natural light."</p><h2>5. Philodendron </h2><div type="image" title="A heartleaf philodendron in a gray pot sitting on a round white table" height="2000" width="2666" msid="87292252" hostid="261"></div><ul><li><strong>Botanical name: </strong>Philodendron hederaceum</li><li><strong>Light level: </strong>Bright indirect to low light</li><li><strong>Pet-friendly: </strong>No</li><li><strong>Watering frequency: </strong>Every one to two weeks, when soil is dry</li><li><strong>Common problems:</strong> Spider mites, overwatering/underwatering</li></ul><p><a href="https://www.businessinsider.com/reviews/out?u=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.thesill.com%2Fproducts%2Fphilodendron-green%3F_pos%3D1%26_psq%3Dphilodendron%26variant%3D39550909743209" target="_blank" rel="nofollow noopener sponsored">Philodendrons</a> are revered for their unique heart-shaped green leaves, easy-going nature, and trailing vines that make it a popular pick for beginners and collectors alike to put high up or in a hanging basket.</p><p>"It often gets confused with the pothos, which makes sense, as aesthetically these plants look similar and require similar care," says Marino. "Both also climb and trail in their native habitats to maximize sun fleck capture."</p><h2>6. Chinese evergreen</h2><div type="image" title="Chinese evergreen plant" height="1414" width="1885" msid="87292254" hostid="261"></div><ul><li><strong>Botanical name:</strong> Aglaonema</li><li><strong>Light level: </strong>Bright indirect to low light</li><li><strong>Pet-friendly: </strong>No</li><li><strong>Watering frequency: </strong>Every one to two weeks, when soil is dry</li><li><strong>Common problems:</strong> Spider mites, root rot from overwatering</li></ul><p>The hardy <a href="https://www.insider.com/reviews/out?platform=browser&amp;postSource=in%7C60b0061668059d2dfe078859&amp;sc=false&amp;type=LINK-WITH-REVIEW-SLASH-OUT&amp;u=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.leonandgeorge.com%2Fplants%2Ftiger-evergreen-medium-nouvelle&amp;sessionid=1635340921765sionid=1635340921765" target="_blank" rel="nofollow noopener sponsored">Chinese evergreen</a> plant is frequently seen in more dimly lit offices and darker corners of the home because of its adapted resilience to low light. "Native to the tropical forest floors of Asia, the Chinese evergreen plant prefers indirect sunlight - direct can scorch their variegated leaves - and has adapted to survive lower light levels," says Marino. </p><h2>7. Prayer plant</h2><div type="image" title="A prayer plant in a white pot on a table" height="1414" width="1885" msid="87292256" hostid="261"></div><ul><li><strong>Botanical name:</strong> Calathea</li><li><strong>Light level: </strong>Bright indirect to low light</li><li><strong>Pet-friendly: </strong>Yes</li><li><strong>Watering frequency: </strong>Every one to two weeks; keep slightly humid</li><li><strong>Common problems:</strong> Overwatering/underwatering, over-exposure to sunlight</li></ul><p>Calatheas are renowned for their low-light tolerance. Often called "<a href="https://www.businessinsider.com/reviews/out?u=https%3A%2F%2Fbloomscape.com%2Fproduct%2Fred-prayer-plant%2F" target="_blank" rel="nofollow noopener sponsored">prayer plants</a>," Calathes raise and lower their leaves from day to night in a praying motion as part of their circadian rhythm - a phenomenon called nyctinasty. "It is theorized that these movements are meant to follow the sun and catch as much light as possible, an essential trait for a forest-floor-dwelling plant," says Marino. </p><h2>8. Dracaena </h2><div type="image" title="A potten dracaena plant" height="1268" width="1691" msid="87292259" hostid="261"></div><ul><li><strong>Light level: </strong>Bright indirect to low light</li><li><strong>Pet-friendly: </strong>No</li><li><strong>Watering frequency: </strong>Every one to two weeks, when soil is dry</li><li><strong>Common problems:</strong> Leaf loss and root rot due to overwatering</li></ul><p>Almost all <a href="https://www.businessinsider.com/reviews/out?u=https%3A%2F%2Fbloomscape.com%2Fproduct%2Fdracaena-gold-star%2F" target="_blank" rel="nofollow noopener sponsored">dracaenas</a> are popular houseplants due to their low maintenance and tolerance for low light. With over 100 different species within the genus, there is a dracaena for every plant parent out there.</p><p>"They are sometimes referred to as dragon trees," says Marino. "Dracaena comes from the Ancient Greek word drakaina meaning 'female dragon.' Their thin, sword-like leaves can come in a variety of colors and are perfectly shaped for maximizing sun fleck capture."</p><h2>Best places to buy these plants online</h2><p>We test and recommend the best <a href="https://www.businessinsider.com/where-to-buy-plants-online" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer">places to buy plants online</a>. 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<ul class="summary-list"><li>Most indoor plants require a lower watering frequency and indirect light.</li><li>Choosing the perfect spot in your <keyword id="6363870" type="UNKNOWN" weightage="100" keywordseo="home">home</keyword> or office can be the key to a thriving houseplant.</li><li>It's important to <a href="https://www.insider.com/pet-safe-houseplants" target="_blank" rel="noopener">confirm plant toxicity</a> if you have pets at home.</li></ul><p>Choosing the right houseplant for your home or office can require more than just a visual attraction. Filling our indoor spaces with houseplants provides not only a verdant environment but several have been known to <a href="https://psychcentral.com/news/2020/01/06/plants-shown-to-reduce-stress-at-work#1">reduce stress</a> and <a href="https://ntrs.nasa.gov/citations/19930073077">purify the air</a>. </p><p>Angelo Randaci, master gardener and horticulture expert at <a href="https://earthsally.com/angelo-randaci" target="_blank" rel="noopener">Earth's Ally</a>, gave us his care tips on the top 10 best plants for your indoor space. </p><h2><strong>What makes a good indoor plant?</strong></h2><p>Of course, any living thing will require a certain level of care, but some of the best indoor plants are the easiest to take care of. For an indoor plant that will brighten and enliven your space but won't disrupt your routine too much, look for plants that:</p><ul><li><strong>Have an easy and infrequent watering schedule:</strong> A dead or wilting houseplant does not make for lovely decor. Opt for something hardy enough to withstand an accidental missed watering or two.</li><li><strong>Require bright but indirect light: </strong>This gives you more flexibility to place them where they look best in your home.</li><li><strong>Are non-toxic to pets, if you're a pet parent: </strong>Check our favorite <a href="https://www.insider.com/pet-safe-houseplants" target="_blank" rel="noopener">pet-safe houseplants</a> or find out more on plant toxicity through the <a href="https://www.aspca.org/pet-care/animal-poison-control/toxic-and-non-toxic-plants" target="_blank" rel="noopener">ASPCA's houseplant database</a>.  </li></ul><h3>What is a hardiness zone?</h3><p>Choosing a plant that will thrive in the appropriate climate zone can make a huge difference in a plant's health.</p><p>The <a href="https://planthardiness.ars.usda.gov/PHZMWeb/">USDA's plant hardiness zones</a> set a standard for which plants are most likely to thrive planted outdoors in your geographic location. Knowing your zone means knowing everything from winter temperatures to humidity levels in the area you live.</p><p>These factors will help you determine the potential effects of the outdoor climate on your indoor plant. If you live in a zone with high humidity, for example, consider an indoor plant that can adapt to those conditions. </p><h2><strong> Swiss cheese plant</strong></h2><p><strong><div type="image" title="Potted Swiss cheese plant a.k.a. Monstera plant" height="1414" width="1885" msid="83062541" hostid="261"></div></strong></p><ul><li><strong>Light level:</strong> Bright indirect light</li><li><strong>Watering frequency:</strong> Once a week</li><li><strong>Pet-friendly:</strong> No</li><li><strong>Hardiness zones:</strong> 10-12</li></ul><p>The Swiss cheese plant (<em>Monstera deliciosa)</em> is easily one of the most popular and aesthetically pleasing houseplants. Its split, heart-shaped leaves and simple upkeep make it an indoor favorite. "This plant can thrive during summer months outdoors as well," says Randaci.</p><h2><strong> Spider plant</strong></h2><p><strong><div type="image" title="A potted spider plant" height="3499" width="4666" msid="83062543" hostid="261"></div></strong></p><ul><li><strong>Light level:</strong> Bright indirect light</li><li><strong>Watering frequency:</strong> Once a week</li><li><strong>Pet-friendly:</strong> Yes</li><li><strong>Hardiness zones:</strong> 9-11</li></ul><p>Spider plants (<em>Chlorophytum comosum) </em>are preferred among plant lovers for their pet-friendliness. They can also be placed in a hanging planter to take up less horizontal space indoors. "Spider plants have air-purifying qualities and can be grown as annuals outdoors and brought indoors during colder months," says Randaci.</p><h2><strong style="color: #000000;">ZZ plant</strong></h2><p><strong style="color: #000000;"><div type="image" title="Three potted plants with a ZZ plant on the right" height="1412" width="1883" msid="83062546" hostid="261"></div></strong></p><ul><li><strong>Light level:</strong> Low light</li><li><strong>Watering frequency:</strong> Once every 7-14 days</li><li><strong>Pet-friendly:</strong> No</li><li><strong>Hardiness zones:</strong> 9-10</li></ul><p>The ZZ plant (<em>Zamioculcas zamifolia)</em> is one of the toughest indoor houseplants and can survive even the most difficult situations, such as long periods without water. "ZZ plants can purify the air and are able to remove volatile organic compounds from the air," says Randaci.  </p><h2><strong> Snake plant </strong></h2><p><strong><div type="image" title="A potted snake plant near a window" height="1414" width="1885" msid="83062548" hostid="261"></div></strong></p><ul><li><strong>Light level:</strong> Bright light/low light</li><li><strong>Watering frequency:</strong> Once a month</li><li><strong>Pet-friendly:</strong> No</li><li><strong>Hardiness zones:</strong> 9-11</li></ul><p>Renowned for their low maintenance, snake plants (<em>Dracaena trifasciata)</em> can survive difficult conditions, low light, and usually only require water once a month. "They grow best in bright light, but will tolerate very low light situations. They are also very pest and disease resistant," says Randaci.</p><h2><strong> Devil's ivy a.k.a. pothos</strong></h2><p><strong><div type="image" title="A hanging devil's ivy a.k.a. pothos plant" height="1413" width="1885" msid="83062549" hostid="261"></div></strong></p><ul><li><strong>Light level:</strong> Bright indirect light/low light</li><li><strong>Watering frequency:</strong> Every two weeks</li><li><strong>Pet-friendly:</strong> No</li><li><strong>Hardiness zones:</strong> 10-12</li></ul><p>Pothos (<em>Epipremnum aureum) </em>are beloved for their durability and trailing vines. They're also famously easy to propagate. While they are not pet-friendly, pothos make the perfect hanging plant for any indoor space. "Pothos prefer bright, indirect light, but will thrive in most low light situations," says Randaci.  </p><h2 style="text-align: left;"><strong> Cast iron plant</strong></h2><p><strong><div type="image" title="A potted cast iron plant" height="1411" width="1881" msid="83062550" hostid="261"></div></strong></p><ul><li><strong>Light level:</strong> Bright indirect light/low light</li><li><strong>Watering frequency:</strong> Once a week</li><li><strong>Pet-friendly:</strong> Yes</li><li><strong>Hardiness zones:</strong> 7-11</li></ul><p>Named for their nearly indestructible nature, cast iron plants (<em>Aspidistra elatior)</em> are native to Japan and have a rich, dark green color. This houseplant is perfect for black thumbs and houseplant beginners. "This is an adaptable houseplant," says Randaci. "It will tolerate most any light level except total darkness or full sun."    </p><h2><strong> Air plant</strong></h2><p><strong><div type="image" title="Hands holding a bowlful of air plants" height="1414" width="1885" msid="83062551" hostid="261"></div></strong></p><ul><li><strong>Light level:</strong> Bright indirect light</li><li><strong>Watering frequency:</strong> Once to twice a week</li><li><strong>Pet-friendly:</strong> Yes</li><li><strong>Hardiness zones:</strong> 9-13</li></ul><p>Air plants (<em>Tillandsia</em>) make excellent, pet-friendly, low-maintenance houseplants. Air plants have a delicate appearance, but don't need any soil to grow and can be displayed anywhere there is bright, indirect light, making them perfect decor for bathrooms. "Air plants only need a light soaking once a week or misting once every few days," says Randaci. </p><h2><strong> Chinese evergreen </strong></h2><div type="image" title="Chinese evergreen plant" height="1414" width="1885" msid="83062553" hostid="261"></div><ul><li><strong>Light level:</strong> Indirect light</li><li><strong>Watering frequency:</strong> Once a week</li><li><strong>Pet-friendly:</strong> No</li><li><strong>Hardiness zones:</strong> 10-11</li></ul><p>The popular Chinese evergreen plant (<em>Aglaonema sp.)</em> is admired for its striking variegated leaves and hardiness. "They are easy to care for and adaptable to almost any home or office, although they are sensitive to locations where temperatures drop below 60 degrees," says Randaci.</p><h2><strong> Bird's nest fern</strong></h2><p><strong><div type="image" title="Potted bird's nest fern" height="1412" width="1883" msid="83062555" hostid="261"></div></strong></p><ul><li><p><strong>Light level:</strong> Medium indirect light</p></li><li><p><strong>Watering frequency:</strong> Once a week, plus occasional misting </p></li><li><p><strong>Pet-friendly:</strong> Yes</p></li><li><p><strong>Hardiness zones:</strong> 10-11</p></li></ul><p>Bird's nest ferns (<em>Asplenium nidus)</em> enjoy a more humid environment, so these lush plants are perfect for well-lit bathrooms. Their cascading, rippled fronds look great in a hanging planter and are also a pet-friendly houseplant.</p><h2><strong> Palms</strong></h2><p><strong><div type="image" title="Potted palm plant" height="1393" width="1857" msid="83062559" hostid="261"></div></strong></p><ul><li><strong>Light level:</strong> Medium to bright indirect light</li><li><strong>Watering frequency:</strong> Every 1-2 weeks, depending on humidity levels</li><li><strong>Pet-friendly:</strong> Yes, with exceptions</li><li><strong>Hardiness zones: </strong>10-12 for parlor palms and areca palms; 9-11 for pygmy date palms and kentia palms</li></ul><p>True palms are an excellent tropical addition to bring indoors. True palms are relatively easy to care for and are also pet-friendly; however, beware the sago palm (<em>Cycas revoluta</em>) which is not a true palm and is quite <a href="https://www.aspca.org/pet-care/animal-poison-control/toxic-and-non-toxic-plants/sago-palm" target="_blank" rel="noopener">toxic to pets</a>.</p><p>"Parlor palms (<em>Chamaedorea elegans</em>) and areca palms (<em>Dypsis lutescens</em>) will thrive in warmer climates, while pygmy date palms (<em>Phoenix roebelenii</em>) and kentia palms (<em>Howea forsteriana</em>) can survive temperatures in the 30's," says Randaci.</p><p><strong>Quick tip: </strong>When choosing a houseplant, Randaci recommends reading the plant label for culture information and necessary growing conditions. He also suggests inspecting your plant for signs of wilting, possible pests/disease, and new growth. </p><h2><strong>Indoor plant care tips</strong></h2><p>Whether you're a houseplant novice or expert, maintenance is key in letting your plant thrive. Choosing the right pot, the right fertilizer, and the right spot for your plant in your home or office can be just as important for its health as watering.</p><p>"After purchasing your plant, check if it needs to be repotted - the roots may be growing through the drainage hole or pushing the plant up - and always choose a decorative pot with a drainage hole," says Randaci. "Make sure you have a quality potting mix and fertilizer/feed that will fit your plant's needs according to the recommendations on the label or from your local nursery." </p><p>If you're worried about your watering habits, Randaci recommends testing things out and watering indoor plants when the top few inches feels dry to the touch.  </p><h2><strong>Insider's takeaway</strong></h2><p>Many indoor plants can be finicky, but with the right amount of care, most will live a healthy life. 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