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Low Light Plant Care Guides & Recommendations

Browse low light plant guides for shaded rooms, offices, filtered windows, and indoor or aquarium spaces where direct sun is limited.

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Close up of the striking red variegation on an Aglaonema leaf Medium

Aglaonema Red Siam

Aglaonema 'Siam Aurora'

Moderate water Bright indirect
Anubias Nana attached to driftwood in a lush freshwater aquarium Medium

Anubias Nana

Anubias barteri var. nana

Moderate water Bright indirect
Close up of the broad, upright leaves of Aspidistra elatior Medium

Cast Iron Plant

Aspidistra elatior

Moderate water Bright indirect
Close up of the yellow and green striped foliage of the Mass Cane Medium

Corn Plant

Dracaena fragrans

Moderate water Bright indirect
Lush, trailing Golden Pothos (Money Plant) cascading from a white hanging planter indoors Medium

Golden Pothos

Epipremnum aureum

Moderate water Bright indirect
A healthy Zebra Plant succulent in a small terracotta pot Medium

Haworthia Fasciata

Haworthiopsis fasciata (formerly Haworthia fasciata)

Moderate water Bright indirect
Healthy Java Fern (Microsorum pteropus) attached to driftwood in a planted freshwater aquarium Medium

Java Fern

Microsorum pteropus

Moderate water Bright indirect
Vibrant green Lucky Bamboo stalks arranged in a modern glass vase with pebbles Medium

Lucky Bamboo

Dracaena sanderiana

Moderate water Bright indirect
Close up of the feathery, arching green fronds of a Chamaedorea elegans Medium

Parlor Palm

Chamaedorea elegans

Moderate water Bright indirect
Lush Peace Lily houseplant displaying striking white spathes and dark green foliage Medium

Peace Lily

Spathiphyllum wallisii

Moderate water Bright indirect
Close up of the glossy, almost black foliage of Zamioculcas zamiifolia 'Raven' Medium

Raven Zz Plant

Zamioculcas zamiifolia 'Raven'

Moderate water Bright indirect
Close up of the striped, pointed tips of Sansevieria cylindrica Medium

Sansevieria Cylindrica

Sansevieria cylindrica (reclassified as Dracaena angolensis)

Moderate water Bright indirect
Close up of the mint-green and silver coloring on Sansevieria Moonshine Medium

Sansevieria Moonshine

Sansevieria trifasciata 'Moonshine' (reclassified as Dracaena trifasciata)

Moderate water Bright indirect
Close up of the matte green and silver spotted leaves of Scindapsus pictus Medium

Satin Pothos

Scindapsus pictus

Moderate water Bright indirect
Close up of the dense, glossy dark green foliage of the Zenzi ZZ Medium

Zamioculcas Zenzi

Zamioculcas zamiifolia 'Zenzi'

Moderate water Bright indirect

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I care for low light plants?
Caring for low light plants requires understanding their specific lighting, watering, and soil needs. Always check the individual plant guides for exact specifications, but generally, consistency in environment and avoiding overwatering are key to success.
What are the most common problems with low light?
The most frequent issues involve improper watering or incorrect light levels. Symptoms like yellowing leaves or stunted growth usually indicate an environmental stressor that can be fixed by adjusting your care routine.