Houseplants for Filtered Light
Houseplant Varieties for Indirect or Filtered Light
It is much easier to find areas of your home that offer indirect or filtered light as indirect light can be found in areas of the home with east-facing windows or places within rooms that receive filtered full light from a south or west facing window
African Violet
Small, compact plant with fuzzy leaves and vibrant flowers in shades of purple, pink, and white. Prefers bright, indirect light. Keep soil moist but not waterlogged. High humidity is beneficial. Avoid getting water on the leaves to prevent spotting.
Alocasia
Large, glossy, arrowhead-shaped leaves with prominent veins. Adds a tropical touch to indoor spaces. Prefers bright, indirect light. Keep soil consistently moist but not soggy. High humidity is essential. Protect from drafts and temperature fluctuations.
Aloe Vera
Succulent plant with thick, fleshy leaves containing medicinal gel. Prefers bright, indirect to direct light. Allow the soil to dry out completely between waterings. Avoid overwatering.
Areca Palm (Dypsis lutescens)
Feathery, arching fronds on multiple stems. Adds a tropical feel to indoor spaces. Prefers bright, indirect light. Keep soil evenly moist. High humidity is beneficial. Avoid direct sunlight to prevent leaf burn.
Arrowhead Plant (Syngonium podophyllum)
Arrow-shaped leaves that come in various colors and patterns. Grows as a vine or bushy plant. Prefers bright, indirect light. Keep soil consistently moist. High humidity is beneficial. Prune regularly to maintain shape.
Bird's Nest Fern (Asplenium nidus)
Rosette of large, wavy fronds. Adds a lush, tropical look to indoor spaces. Prefers bright, indirect light. Keep soil consistently moist but not waterlogged. High humidity is essential. Avoid direct sunlight.
Bromeliad
Tropical plant with colorful, long-lasting flowers and rosette-shaped leaves. Prefers bright, indirect light. Keep the central cup filled with water and soil slightly moist. High humidity is beneficial.
Cactus
Includes a variety of species with thick, fleshy stems adapted to store water. Often have spines. Prefers bright, direct sunlight. Allow the soil to dry out completely between waterings. Well-draining soil is essential.
Caladium
Known for its heart-shaped, colorful leaves with various patterns. Prefers bright, indirect light. Keep soil consistently moist. High humidity is beneficial. Avoid direct sunlight.
Calathea
Striking, patterned leaves that can move in response to light. Adds a dramatic touch to indoor spaces. Prefers low to medium indirect light. Keep soil consistently moist. High humidity is essential. Avoid direct sunlight.
Chinese Evergreen (Aglaonema)
Variegated leaves in shades of green, silver, and red. Easy to care for and very adaptable. Prefers low to medium indirect light. Allow the top inch of soil to dry out between waterings. Tolerant of low light conditions.
Dieffenbachia (Dumb Cane)
Large, attractive leaves with variegation. Can grow quite tall indoors. Prefers medium to bright indirect light. Keep soil consistently moist but not waterlogged. Avoid direct sunlight.
Dracaena
Various species with long, narrow leaves, often striped or variegated. Prefers medium to bright indirect light. Allow the top inch of soil to dry out between waterings. Avoid direct sunlight.
Dragon Tree Plant (Dracaena marginata)
Thin, arching leaves with red edges. Adds an exotic look to indoor spaces. Prefers bright, indirect light. Al1low the top inch of soil to dry out between waterings. Avoid direct sunlight.
Dwarf Citrus
Miniature citrus trees that produce fragrant flowers and small fruits. Prefers bright, indirect to direct light. Keep soil consistently moist but well-drained. Benefits from regular fertilization.
Firetail Chenille (Acalypha poiretii)
Known for its bright red, fuzzy flowers that resemble chenille yarn. Prefers bright, indirect light. Keep soil consistently moist. High humidity is beneficial.
Hoya
Vining plant with thick, waxy leaves and fragrant, star-shaped flowers. Prefers bright, indirect light. Allow the top inch of soil to dry out between waterings. Avoid direct sunlight.
Jade Plant (Crassula ovata)
Succulent with thick, fleshy leaves and a tree-like structure. Prefers bright, indirect to direct light. Allow the soil to dry out completely between waterings. Avoid overwatering.
Kalanchoe (Kalanchoe blossfeldiana)
Succulent with thick, fleshy leaves and clusters of small, colorful flowers. Prefers bright, indirect light. Allow the soil to dry out completely between waterings. Well-draining soil is essential.
Kentia Palm (Howea forsteriana)
Graceful, arching fronds on a tall, slender trunk. Adds a tropical feel to indoor spaces. Prefers bright, indirect light. Keep soil evenly moist. High humidity is beneficial. Avoid direct sunlight.
Maidenhair Fern (Adiantum spp.)
Delicate, lacy fronds that add a soft, airy look to indoor spaces. Prefers bright, indirect light. Keep soil consistently moist. High humidity is essential. Avoid direct sunlight.
Monstera or Swiss Cheese Plant (Monstera deliciosa)
Large, perforated leaves that add a dramatic touch to indoor spaces. Prefers bright, indirect light. Allow the top inch of soil to dry out between waterings. Benefits from regular misting.
Nerve Plant (Fittonia albivenis)
Small plant with brightly colored leaves veined in white, pink, or red. Prefers low to medium indirect light. Keep soil consistently moist. High humidity is beneficial.
Orchid
Elegant blooms and thick, leathery leaves. Prefers bright, indirect light and high humidity.
Oxalis
Known for its clover-like leaves and delicate, colorful flowers. Prefers bright, indirect light. Allow the top inch of soil to dry out between waterings. Can tolerate some direct sunlight.
Parlor Palm (Chamaedorea elegans)
Small palm with feathery fronds. Adds a tropical feel to indoor spaces. Prefers low to medium indirect light. Keep soil consistently moist. High humidity is beneficial.
Peace Lily (Spathiphyllum)
Dark green leaves and elegant white flowers. Known for its air-purifying qualities. Prefers low to medium indirect light. Keep soil consistently moist. High humidity is beneficial.
Peperomia or Radiator Plants (Piperaceae)
Small, compact plants with various leaf shapes and colors. Prefers medium to bright indirect light. Allow the top inch of soil to dry out between waterings. Tolerant of lower light conditions.
Philodendron
Various species with heart-shaped or lobed leaves. Easy to care for and adaptable. Prefers medium to bright indirect light. Allow the top inch of soil to dry out between waterings.
Ponytail Palm (Beaucarnea recurvata)
Known for its bulbous base and long, curly leaves. Adds a unique touch to indoor spaces. Prefers bright, indirect to direct light. Allow the soil to dry out completely between waterings. Drought-tolerant.
Polka Dot Begonia (Begonia maculata)
Long, wing-shaped leaves with white polka dots and red undersides. Prefers bright, indirect light. Keep soil consistently moist. High humidity is beneficial.
Polka Dot Plant (Hypoestes phyllostachya)
Small plant with brightly spotted leaves in pink, red, or white. Prefers bright, indirect light. Keep soil consistently moist. High humidity is beneficial.
Pothos (Epipremnum aureum)
Trailing vines with heart-shaped leaves. Very easy to care for. Prefers low to medium indirect light. Allow the top inch of soil to dry out between waterings.
Prayer Plant (Maranta leuconeura)
Striking, patterned leaves that move in response to light. Prefers low to medium indirect light. Keep soil consistently moist. High humidity is beneficial.
Sago Palm (Cycas revoluta)
Slow-growing plant with feathery, arching fronds. Prefers bright, indirect light. Allow the soil to dry out between waterings. Avoid overwatering.
Sansevieria or Snake Plant (Dracaena trifasciata)
Upright, sword-like leaves that are very tolerant of low light and infrequent watering. Prefers low to bright indirect light. Allow the soil to dry out completely between waterings.
Spider Plant (Chlorophytum comosum)
Long, arching leaves with green and white stripes. Produces small plantlets. Prefers medium to bright indirect light. Allow the soil to dry out between waterings.
Staghorn Fern (Platycerium alcicorne)
Unique, antler-shaped fronds that grow on a mounting board or in a pot. Prefers bright, indirect light. Keep soil consistently moist. High humidity is essential.
String of Hearts (Ceropegia woodii)
Trailing plant with heart-shaped leaves and delicate vines. Prefers bright, indirect light. Allow the soil to dry out between waterings.
String of Pearls (Senecio rowleyanus)
Trailing plant with bead-like leaves that resemble pearls. Prefers bright, indirect light. Allow the soil to dry out completely between waterings.
Tillandsia
Air plants that don’t require soil. Various shapes and sizes. Prefers bright, indirect light. Mist regularly or soak in water for a few hours every week.
Umbrella Plant (Schefflera)
Features glossy, umbrella-like leaf clusters. Prefers medium to bright indirect light. Allow the soil to dry out between waterings.
ZZ Plant (Zamioculcas zamiifolia)
Glossy, dark green leaves and very resilient. Prefers low to bright indirect light. Allow the soil to dry out between waterings.
Zebra Plant
Striking leaves with white veins and dark green background. Prefers bright, indirect light. Keep soil consistently moist. High humidity is beneficial.
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