Bringing greenery into the office can boost mood, productivity, and air quality. However, not everyone has the time or expertise to care for high-maintenance plants. Here are nine of the best low-maintenance office plants that are perfect for busy professionals.
Parlor Palm
The beautiful, frothy Parlor Palm (Chamaedorea elegans) swings its green, fern-like fronds in the slightest wind. This plant is perfect for workplaces since it can withstand excessive watering and adapts to low light levels. Its ability to thrive in various conditions makes it an excellent choice for adding a touch of nature to any office space.
Nerve Plant
A Nerve Plant (Fittonia albivenis) can brighten up a dimly lit office. Its ovate green leaves are adorned with deeply defined veins of white, silver, or pink, adding a splash of color to your workspace. The Nerve Plant is low-maintenance and thrives in low-light conditions, making it ideal for indoor environments.
Ponytail Palm
The Ponytail Palm (Beaucarnea recurvata) is a neglect-tolerant plant with strappy, attractive, and sassy green leaves. Although it’s not truly a palm but a succulent, its unique appearance makes it a standout. If planted in a shallow pot, it can remain a small desktop specimen for a long period, requiring minimal care.
Snake Plant
The Dracaena Snake Plant is an incredibly resilient species. Known for its tough, upright leaves, the Snake Plant can tolerate low light and irregular watering. Be sure to check the plant label carefully to avoid selecting a cultivar that grows too tall for your workspace.
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African Violet
African Violets (Saintpaulia ionantha) are an excellent option if you’re searching for a small indoor plant that can thrive in an office setting. These plants are not particular about the type of light they receive, making fluorescent lamps pointed directly at the plant a perfect lighting source. Their vibrant flowers add a cheerful touch to any desk.
English Ivy
Hedera helix, or English Ivy, grows well indoors with medium light and ordinary watering. This versatile plant can be trained to climb a small trellis or obelisk, turning it into a living piece of art. Its trailing tendrils add a natural, elegant touch to any office environment.
ZZ Plant
The ZZ Plant (Zamioculcas zamiifolia) is a drought-tolerant succulent that can survive with minimal water and low light. This hardy plant thrives even under fluorescent lighting, making it perfect for offices. Its glossy, dark green leaves provide a sophisticated look while requiring very little maintenance.
Aloe Vera
Aloe Vera plants are easy to grow on a sunny office window sill as long as they get plenty of bright light. The traditional Aloe barbadensis miller not only looks good in a contemporary office setting but also offers the added benefit of soothing gel for minor cuts and burns.
Tillandsia
Tillandsia, or Air Plants, do not need soil to grow, making them a unique and low-maintenance choice for the office. Use fishing line to attach Air Plants to driftwood, or place different kinds in an unusual container or small terrarium. They require minimal care, needing only occasional misting or soaking.
