Low-light houseplants for rooms away from a window
Houseplants that cope with low light, and how often to water each one.
In short
- Safe with cats and dogs
- Cast iron plant
zebedeugalinha, CC BY 4.0Snake plantDracaena trifasciataAlmost any lightEvery 2 to 4 weeksToxic to pets
Wikimedia Commons, public domainGolden pothosEpipremnum aureumLow to brightEvery 7 to 14 daysToxic to pets
Флорист, CC BY 4.0ZZ plantZamioculcas zamiifoliaLow to brightEvery 2 to 4 weeksToxic to pets
frau-doktor, public domainCast iron plantAspidistra elatiorLow lightEvery 2 to 3 weeksSafe for petsCompare their care
Light, watering and pet safety for each plant on this page. Watering is for spring and summer; most need less in winter.
| Plant | Light | Water | Difficulty | Cats and dogs |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Snake plant | Almost any light | Every 2 to 4 weeks | Easy | Toxic |
| Golden pothos | Low to bright | Every 7 to 14 days | Easy | Toxic |
| ZZ plant | Low to bright | Every 2 to 4 weeks | Easy | Toxic |
| Cast iron plant | Low light | Every 2 to 3 weeks | Easy | Safe |