Twitter user batonthemoon recently started a thread in which she named some of the indoor plants that don't need a lot of sunlight to survive. A lot of people found this thread really helpful and even jumped in by giving their own recommendations.

plants give so much life and healthy air quality to your bedroom and if you’ve been discouraged from getting plants because your room doesn’t get plenty of sunlight, here are some plants that will grow in a window-less room
🌿✨ a thread: ✨🌿

— angie 🦋🇬🇹 (@batonthemoon) September 11, 2020

Apparently, having plants around at home is not only aesthetically pleasing, but it's also amazing for your soul as well as your health—both mental and physical.

#1

bromeliads ✨

~ every bromeliad is unique in its shape, color(s), and pattern
~ releases oxygen and removes air pollutants
~ a special plant with long gorgeous green foliage and will bloom once in its lifetime pic.twitter.com/Ocjl0hSmzB

— angie 🦋🇬🇹 (@batonthemoon) September 11, 2020

Studies have shown that houseplants can improve concentration and productivity, reduce stress levels, boost your mood, and help you sleep.

#2

Not tryna plug myself but moss is also a great lowlight plant! Peep some of the mossariums I’ve built over quarantine

IG:inner.nate.ure pic.twitter.com/K30xJ7GuYe

— Nate & 25 others (@_asapn8) September 13, 2020

Moreover, plants are natural air purifiers that have the ability to cleanse the air from toxic chemicals, so the air you're breathing becomes much cleaner and fresher.

#3

zz plant ✨

~ tolerates neglect, it’s drought tolerant, and accepts low-light conditions
~ removes copious amounts of toxins
~ represents “steady” and “growth” pic.twitter.com/EWapWWPbxD

— angie 🦋🇬🇹 (@batonthemoon) September 11, 2020

Also, let's not forget about the fact that they can raise the air’s humidity by releasing water, which can protect us from getting respiratory problems.

#4

creeping/climbing fig 🌿

~ purifies the air of most toxins
~ easy care and tolerates pollution
~ in China the white edge to the leaf is seen as a halo; drives away negative energy pic.twitter.com/MBK1O94hdj

— angie 🦋🇬🇹 (@batonthemoon) September 11, 2020

#5

chinese evergreen plant 🌱

~ luck-bringing plant that’s great for new plant moms
~ air purifier: cleans out formaldehyde and benzene from the air in your home
~ leaves turn a beautiful pinkish color if left near a moderate to bright-lit window pic.twitter.com/xzhetv0n9U

— angie 🦋🇬🇹 (@batonthemoon) September 11, 2020

#6

you forgot parlor palm. they are cheap and literally indestructible. need essentially zero light. occasionally can forget to water. so easy. pic.twitter.com/9AInNRvKbA

— edge daddy oliv (@goodluckolivia) September 12, 2020

#7

peace lily 🌿

~ adaptable and low-maintenance
~ symbolizes the rebirth of the soul
~ breaks down and neutralizes toxic gases like benzene, formaldehyde, and carbon monoxide
~ if left near a window it will bloom gorgeous white flowers once in its lifetime pic.twitter.com/hE8qRDpIDW

— angie 🦋🇬🇹 (@batonthemoon) September 11, 2020

#8

philodendrons (trailing type) 🌱

~ beautiful heart-shaped leaves with a luscious velvety texture
~ among one of the easiest plants to grow
~ removes formaldehyde from the air (a chemical found in insulation, floor coverings, cleaning agents, pressed wood, and even paper towels) pic.twitter.com/VYsCXHx40B

— angie 🦋🇬🇹 (@batonthemoon) September 11, 2020

#9

I am starting over with plants. I gave most of mine away when I moved. I also purchased a grow light that I use every other day with them since they aren't near direct sunlight. pic.twitter.com/qUvFHqODbG

— Rochell Rushlow (@Couch_Pros) September 13, 2020

#10

snake plant 🌱

~ emits oxygen at night that helps you sleep better
~ removes xylene, trichloroethylene, toluene, benzene, and formaldehyde from the air
~ has been used in Nigerian rituals to remove the evil eye pic.twitter.com/Em3Hgtm7fl

— angie 🦋🇬🇹 (@batonthemoon) September 11, 2020

#11

So true☘️ pic.twitter.com/KHQhepgUVU

— Ms. Fat Booty (@itsalwayskimbee) September 12, 2020

#12

This plant in my room is thriving and it's pretty dark in there. pic.twitter.com/JxjF726a53

— Exhausted Cat 🐈 (@katjefae) September 12, 2020

#13

Placing my baby in my bedroom has been the best 😍 pic.twitter.com/IJOnolU13y

— Beautiful Symphony 🌹 (@i_m_nava) September 12, 2020

#14

Sago Palms are notoriously hard to kill this species is 200 million years old so if you have a bit of a brown thumb they're really good & they are good for the air but toxic if ingested so if you have kids or pets you may not want to risk it, heres mine her name is Villanielle 😂 pic.twitter.com/EIVx6Hk4N6

— Tori Joy 👩🏾‍🦱 (@torijoy09) September 12, 2020

#15

My peace lily...blooming...a little sunshine ❣ pic.twitter.com/D0kf0m2Is7

— Wausi Walya (@WWalya) September 12, 2020

#16

pothos plant ✨🌿

~ also known as “devil’s ivy” since it’s almost impossible to kill and stays green even in the dark
~ one of the most effective air purifiers for removing common toxins
~ green leaves will start to create beautiful white patterns when left near a window pic.twitter.com/qswBLHCsHw

— angie 🦋🇬🇹 (@batonthemoon) September 11, 2020

Some people are discouraged from getting houseplants because they live in low-light apartments and assume that all plants need a lot of sunlight—which, in fact, isn't true.

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