Best Low Light Hanging Houseplants

1. Pothos

Botanical Name: Epipremnum aureum

Pothos needs no mention when it comes to low-light rooms. This low-maintenance, air-purifying plant with heart-shaped variegated leaves looks adorable in hanging baskets.

2. Philodendron

Botanical Name: Philodendron hederaceum

Many Philodendron varieties favor indirect light, making them ideal for low-light rooms. For variegated ones, make sure they get some indirect light once in a while.

3. Spider Plant

Botanical Name: Chlorophytum comosum

The cream-white spiderettes dangle beautifully over the rims of hanging baskets. This versatile plant adapts well to low light conditions.

4. Chinese Evergreen

Botanical Name: Aglaonema

Aglaonema is a gorgeous houseplant that adjusts well to any indoor environment. Pick the best variety here for growing in hanging baskets.

5. English Ivy

Botanical Name: Hedera helix

The green lobed leaves with creamy edges of this plant spill gracefully over the edges of the hanging baskets, making it look super stunning in low-lit rooms!

6. Syngonium

Botanical Name: Syngonium podophyllum

Syngonium looks gorgeous in hanging baskets, and you can also grow charming pink varieties for an exquisite view at home. It performs well in low light settings.

7. Peperomia

Botanical Name: Peperomia caperata

Peperomia can withstand low indirect light, making it a good companion for hanging baskets. It displays heart-shaped leaves in red, gray, green, and cream hues.

8. Donkey’s Tail

Botanical Name: Sedum morganianum

Also popular as Burro’s Tail, this low-light succulent grows up to 2-4 feet long, with dangling fat stems covered in beautiful gray-green leaves.

9. String of Bananas

Botanical Name: Senecio rowleyanus

This low-light succulent with small, plump banana-shaped leaves looks pretty cool in hanging baskets. Normal room temperature is ideal for growth.

10. String of Pearls