Best Indoor Plants for Low Light Rooms

10 Best Plants that That Thrive in Low Light

Not every home or office receives abundant natural sunlight, but that doesn't mean you can't enjoy beautiful indoor plants. Many houseplants thrive in low-light conditions, making them perfect for apartments, offices, bedrooms, bathrooms, and rooms with limited windows.

Below are ten of the best low-light indoor plants, along with their care requirements and helpful resources.

Peace Lily (Spathiphyllum)

⭐ Difficulty: Easy

☀️ Light Needs: Low to bright indirect light

💧 Watering: When the top inch of soil feels dry (about once a week)

🐾 Pet Safe: ❌ No (Toxic to cats and dogs)

📖 Care Guide: Peace Lily Care Guide

Snake Plant (Sansevieria)

⭐ Difficulty: Very Easy

☀️ Light Needs: Low to bright indirect light

💧 Watering: Every 2–4 weeks

🐾 Pet Safe: ❌ No

📖 Care Guide: Coming Soon

ZZ Plant (Zamioculcas zamiifolia)

⭐ Difficulty: Very Easy

☀️ Light Needs: Low to bright indirect light

💧 Watering: Every 2–3 weeks

🐾 Pet Safe: ❌ No

📖 Care Guide: Coming Soon

Golden Pothos (Epipremnum aureum)

⭐ Difficulty: Easy

☀️ Light Needs: Low to bright indirect light

💧 Watering: When the top 2 inches of soil are dry

🐾 Pet Safe: ❌ No

📖 Care Guide: Beginner's Guide to Pothos

Chinese Evergreen (Aglaonema)

⭐ Difficulty: Easy

☀️ Light Needs: Low to medium indirect light

💧 Watering: Every 1–2 weeks

🐾 Pet Safe: ❌ No

📖 Care Guide: Beginners Guide to Chinese Evergreen

Cast Iron Plant (Aspidistra elatior)

⭐ Difficulty: Very Easy

☀️ Light Needs: Low light

💧 Watering: Every 2–3 weeks

🐾 Pet Safe: ✅ Yes

📖 Care Guide: Coming Soon

Hearleaf Philodendron

⭐ Difficulty: Easy

☀️ Light Needs: Low to bright indirect light

💧 Watering: When the top inch of soil feels dry

🐾 Pet Safe: ❌ No

📖 Care Guide: Coming Soon

Philodendron Micans

⭐ Difficulty: Easy

☀️ Light Needs: Medium to bright indirect light (tolerates lower light)

💧 Watering: Every 1–2 weeks

🐾 Pet Safe: ❌ No

📖 Care Guide: Philodendron Micans Care Guide

Dracaena

⭐ Difficulty: Easy

☀️ Light Needs: Low to medium indirect light

💧 Watering: Every 1–2 weeks

🐾 Pet Safe: ❌ No

📖 Care Guide: Coming Soon

Spider Plant (Chlorophytum comosum)

⭐ Difficulty: Very Easy

☀️ Light Needs: Bright to medium indirect light

💧 Watering: About once a week

🐾 Pet Safe: ✅ Yes

📖 Care Guide: Beginner's Guide to Spider Plant

🌱 Best Products for Low-Light Plant Care

Keep your indoor plants healthy with these essentials:

🌿 Full-Spectrum Grow Lights
🪴 Decorative Planters with Drainage
💧 Moisture Meters
🌱 Indoor Potting Mix
🌼 Houseplant Fertilizer
🪣 Watering Cans
🪴 Plant Stands
💦 Humidifiers

Which Low-Light Plant Is Right for You?

Plant

Beginner Friendly

Pet Safe

Peace Lily

⭐⭐⭐⭐☆

❌

Snake Plant

⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐

❌

ZZ Plant

⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐

❌

Golden Pothos

⭐⭐⭐⭐☆

❌

Chinese Evergreen

⭐⭐⭐⭐☆

❌

Cast Iron Plant

⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐

✅

Heartleaf Philodendron

⭐⭐⭐⭐☆

❌

Philodendron Micans

⭐⭐⭐⭐☆

❌

Dracaena

⭐⭐⭐⭐☆

❌

Spider Plant

⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐

✅

Final Thoughts

You don't need a bright sunroom to enjoy thriving houseplants. These low-light favorites are well suited to homes, apartments, offices, and cozy corners with limited natural light. Pair them with the right planter, quality potting mix, and, if needed, a grow light to help them flourish.

Be sure to explore our individual plant care guides for more detailed growing tips and browse our favorite indoor plant accessories to create your own lush indoor oasis.