Best Houseplants for Indirect Medium Light Levels – Easy Care & Suitable for Beginners

In this article, we will list our favourite and easy-to-care plants which will thrive in medium and indirect lighting conditions. All those plants are easy to care for and suitable for beginners!

Philodendron

Philodendrons are a large genus with a wide variety of leaf shapes and colours. They are known for their heart-shaped leaves and vining or bushy growth. Those fast-growing and easy-to-propagate plants will be suitable for beginners. Philodendrons can climb on the moss pole, be attached to the wall or grow in hanging macrame and baskets.

Gynura (Purple Passion)

Gynura features vibrant purple, velvety leaves that add a splash of colour to any indoor garden. This old-school plant which was popular in the 70s and 80s came back and become extremally trendy recently. Purple Passion is also pet-friendly and air purifying.

Chinese Evergreen (Aglaonema)

Aglaonema varieties offer a range of leaf patterns and colours, from silver speckles to pink and red hues. Easy to care for houseplants which thrive neglected, adding colour to your indoor jungle.

Lipstick Plant (Aeschynanthus)

This stunning plant features vibrant red, tubular flowers that resemble lipstick tubes, hence it’s nice. Ideal for hanging baskets and macrame. This plant requires minimal care and is pet-friendly!

Cissus (Grape Ivy)

Cissus is a vining plant with glossy green leaves, often used in hanging baskets. Cissus houseplants are pet-friendly and grow fast, creating long cascades of beautiful leaves.

Tradescantia

Tradescantia, also known as Wandering sailor, has striking variegated leaves in shades of purple, green, and silver. Ideal for hanging baskets and macrame hangers. Propagates from a cutting within days, this plant is often referred to as a ‘friendship plant’ as you can easily share it with your friends and family.

Syngonium (Arrowhead Plant)

Syngoniums have arrow-shaped leaves that come in various colours, including green, pink, white and red. This fast-growing plant thriving neglected and is ideal for plant beginners or as a gift. Known for its air purifying abilities Syngonium will be suitable for home and workspaces.

Peace Lily (Spathiphyllum spp.)

Featuring elegant white flowers and lush green leaves, the Peace Lily thrives in low-light conditions and adds a touch of tranquillity to any indoor space. It’s known for its air-purifying properties.

ZZ Plant (Zamioculcas zamiifolia)

Glossy dark green foliage, low light and minimal water requirement make the the ZZ Plant perfect for spaces with medium and low natural light and those who would like to enjoy plants without spending too much time on tending to them. ZZ is an almost unkillable plant which can survive a very long time without water and with little light.

Snake Plant (Sansevieria spp.)

Known for its thick, striking upright leaves, the Snake Plant is incredibly resilient and thrives in low and medium light conditions. This plant not only can handle prolonged without watering but also can improve the quality of air due to its air purifying abilities.

Ferns (Various genera)

Ferns are renowned for their delicate, feathery fronds and their ability to thrive in medium and low light conditions. They prefer humid environments and are perfect for adding a lush, tropical feel to any indoor space.

Care Tips for Medium Light Houseplants

• Watering: Medium-light houseplants usually require less water compared to plants in full-light conditions because the lower amount of sunlight does not dry out the soil quickly. But it’s always worthwhile to check the care guide for specific plants to provide the perfect amount of water.
• Light: Rotate pots occasionally to ensure even light exposure and nice growth from all sides.
• Fertilising: During the growing season (spring and summer), feed your plants with a balanced fertilizer according to the product guide to promote healthy growth.

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