Do you have a corner in the room where there is little light? Do you love plants? These 12 plants need little light and give your room a warm and above all green look. Also the perfect choice for the bathroom or the office.
The vast majority of plants just need a lot of light in the house. Light causes the plants to convert carbon dioxide and water into glucose and oxygen (photosynthesis). In addition, light in most cases also provides the fresh, green appearance of the leaves of a plant. Fortunately, there are also exceptions and various plants are suitable for living with less or little light.
You probably don't have the same amount of light everywhere in your house. That's not a bad thing, because these plants grow perfectly with less light. In fact, in many cases too much light causes problems.
Calatheas are immediately noticeable because of the leaves that are provided with stripes. This ensures that the plants are real eye-catchers that stand out in every room. Although the plants are eye-catchers, it is best to place them in a shady spot.
Another plant that does well in the shade or in a dark corner is the Dieffenbachia. The plants are often multicolored, which makes them stand out everywhere. I wouldn't put the plant in a dark corner completely, but ensure limited light. PAY ATTENTION! This plant is TOXIC!
A tropical plant that you can perfectly place in your own living room. Don't be tempted by the word tropical:these plants absolutely do not like direct sunlight. Rather give them a spot on the north, so that there is less direct sunlight.
This plant is actually a must for every household. It is a particularly easy plant, which also does not mind being forgotten once. In addition, it is best to place her in a place where there is not too much light. That said, I have a grass lily in our terrarium and it is under a lamp and is doing great there too. So you can put this plant in different places and the plant will continue to do well. Bonus:this plant purifies the air!
Bedroom happiness is also known as Moses' beard. A plant that immediately catches the eye because of the small fresh green leaves. The plant does well in a hanging pot. Bedroom happiness is suitable for a room where there is less (direct) light, hence the name.
Before I discuss this plant, ferns are not the easiest plants to keep. These plants need a fairly high humidity. This means that you have to water regularly, especially in the summer. However, if you are looking for a plant that does well in the shade, then ferns are a must. You can choose from more than 2,000 varieties, so there is bound to be one that suits you.
Another plant that falls under tropical plants and therefore needs a little more care. The plant likes a moist environment, making it the perfect plant for the bathroom. The bathroom is also perfectly suitable for another reason:bathrooms are often places in the house where there is less light.
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The Spathiphyllum, or for the connoisseurs among us, is a strong plant that is suitable for people who do not have green fingers. It is not a problem if the plant is occasionally forgotten. Or that you suddenly provide the plant with an excess of water. Do not place the plant in direct sunlight, because the spoon plant does not like that. Bonus:a must for every room, as the plant is capable of purifying the air.
It may be difficult to pronounce, but this plant, which is related to the more famous Aaron's Chalice, is an absolute must-have if you have a dark corner in your home. The plant has few maintenance requirements and is therefore perfectly suited as an office plant. CAUTION:this plant is TOXIC!
If you are starting to plant and have no green fingers at all, then the Sanseveira (women's tongue) is the ideal plant. You can safely forget about the plant, every now and then a little water is sufficient. The plants do well in the light as well as in a dark spot. I myself have a Sanseveira in the hallway and it has barely had water for months. Still as good as in the beginning.
The plant is also known as a butcher's plant. The name is no coincidence:the plant is not only very strong, it grows well in all places. In fact, it is precisely in dark corners that the plant will feel completely at home.
A plant that has been particularly popular for a while is the Monstera. It is available in countless varieties, including some very expensive specimens. Don't let this put you off, you can often find Monstera's for a very affordable price at Aldi and Lidl, among others. The plant likes moist soil, but should absolutely not be kept wet. Also works well in a dark corner of the room. Instead of buying a plant, you can take a Monstera cuttings.
What plants do you have in your house?
