Always dreamed of adding greenery indoors, but don’t have much space for it? Your problems are over! With hanging plants your interior will have a new face, in addition to, depending on the species, being able to add layers of texture and color.
As many can grow quite large, when hung in the center of a room or hallway, they can disrupt circulation. So put them in ceiling corners, shelves or display them in a hanging planter.
For a chandelier effect on a table or sideboard use smaller types such as herringbone cactus or bow tie and wind small threads led lights through the stems or even shine a spotlight on the foliage for beautiful shadow play at night. There are many ways to make them a striking focal point.
To know which one to choose, we separate 12 types that will look amazing indoors. Remember to check each one’s needs to know the best place for them.
1. Lipstick Plant (Pulcher Aeschynanthus)
During summer and autumn, bright red tubular flowers emerge from darker parts like tiny lipsticks! The rest of the year, the cascading stems of bright green leaves, which can grow to about 70 cm in length, stand out.
The species likes bright environments, but away from direct sun. Water whenever the top of the compost is dry. In spring and summer, mist the foliage every few tips and apply a liquid fertilizer once a month.
2. Tangled Hearts (Ceropegia Linearis Subsp. Woodii)
These long stems with tiny heart-shaped leaves are enchanting! To complement, pink and purple flowers appear in the middle of this summer show! By including it in your space, you’ll be adding life and decor!
Tangled Hearts is one of the best types of low maintenance indoors, as they are easy to grow – requiring little water and almost no irrigation during the winter. Display the long stems, which can reach over six feet, in a sunny room.
3. Tie (Chlorophytum Comosum)
Featuring striped, green and white leaves, this little seedling is very easy to care for, enjoying both filtered sun and shade. The species, which can grow up to 30 x 60 cm, needs watering when the top of the compost appears dry and, from spring to autumn, a liquid fertilizer once a month.
4. Grape Vine (Cissus Rhombifolia)
Looking for a seedling with a wilder style? The grape vine, with its long stems up to 1.8 m long and glossy leaves, will make a beautiful addition to a bright or slightly shaded room.
For a waterfall effect, hang the plant from a hanging basket or horizontal wires to cover a wall. Keep the compost always moist during the spring and fall, but slightly reduce watering and feeding in the winter. You can trim very long stems in the spring.
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5. Fishbone cactus (Epiphyllum Anguliger)
The wavy leaves of this cactus reach about 30 cm in length. Fragrant white flowers appear in autumn followed by edible green fruits.
Place it in a bright position, out of direct sunlight, or in a slightly shaded environment. From early spring through fall, submerge the seedling in a sink so that it is damp but never soggy. This process should only be carried out when the top part of the compost is dry.
6. Boa constrictor (Epipremnum Aureum)
This is one of the best branches for beginners. With drooping stems displaying heart-shaped leaves, how could you not want to incorporate it into your interior? Also known as pothos, you get to choose from a variety of speckled green leaves.
The species survives in most conditions, even in low light. Trim the long stems as needed and place them horizontally to cover a wall. See more about the boa constrictor here!
7. Pink grape (Medinilla Magnifica)
Think of several bunches of pink grapes hanging in the same place, this is the look of magnificent medinilla! They appear in late spring through summer and, because they are tropical, require misting every other day and watering when the compost is dry, preferably with rain or distilled water.
They can reach up to 1.2×1 m and require a liquid potassium fertilizer, such as tomato fertilizer, every two weeks, from spring to late summer, and a bright environment away from direct light.
8. Ripsalis (Rhipsalis Baccifera)
Looking for a tropical species? With a mass of thin stems, which can reach 90 cm in length, and no leaves, Rapsalis creates a dramatic look when hung. Let it grow in a bright or slightly shaded spot and spray the stems every few days.
9. Donkey’s Tail (sedum morganianum)
Like succulents? How about adding a variety to your collection? This option features thick, textured stems, which reach 30 cm in length. The type can be sold as oval leaves or with slightly longer teardrop foliage – both turn purplish-pink in bright light. In summer, small pink flowers appear at the tips of the stems.
Hang it in a sunny position and water sparingly from spring to fall, but the rest of the year only a small amount.
10. Rosary (Senecio Rowleyanus)
Don’t be fooled by its exotic appearance, this mute is perfect for beginners. With small round leaves that look like peas, this branch makes a beautiful focal point when displayed in a vase or hanging basket. Small white flowers may also appear in spring.
The pearl-shaped leaves retain moisture and withstand long periods of drought. To encourage dense growth, choose a sunny spot and trim your stems in spring or summer.
11. May flower (Schlumbergera)
Loved by divisions into oval segments and flowers that look like jewels in red, pink, purple or orange, this compact plant is ideal for small spaces, reaching just 45 cm in height and length.
She is very fussy and needs regular, thorough misting. In summer, add water well and reduce watering just before the flowers start to bud in autumn, but increasing water levels again when buds open. After flowering, let it almost dry for a few months.
12. Lambari (Tradescantia Zebrina)
Add a colorful note to any bright room with these striped leaves, which are easy to care for. Just be careful not to water too much and less often in winter. Spray the leaves once a week in spring and summer.
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