Succulents are known for their ability to retain water in barren soil conditions and climates. Known for their fleshy, engorged, and thickened parts, succulents are popular as ornamental plants and classified as either high light or low light.
Low light succulents grow well even with indirect morning or afternoon sunlight. They have darker green-colored foliage compared to high light succulents that have traces of reds, purples, and pinks. They’re more aloe-like rather than flower-like and possess beautiful shapes and textures. Compared to high light succulents, they only need three or four hours of sunlight daily and can still thrive even in areas with no natural light.
That being said, these low light succulents are perfect for places where there might not be a lot of light such as an office, a bathroom, or a room that doesn’t have a lot of sunshine come through. And, as you probably already know, succulents are already low maintenance, requiring very little water and care.
1. ALOE VERA
Aloe vera is possibly one of the easiest indoor plants to care for. They don’t require much light or much water, and because of that, they’re definitely a favorite of many. Plus, it’s always good to have an aloe plant around in case of a sunburn or to treat stomach or skin conditions.
2. GASTERIA
These plants have long, thick and grooved leaves and tolerate minimal light conditions. They prefer to grow in bright and hot places especially in spots with indirect light and require little water and fertilizer. If planted in the soil, these plants prefer sandy and well-drained areas but they also thrive well in pots and popular as indoor plants or houseplants.
3. HAWORTHIA
Also native to South Africa, the haworthia succulent comprises of many different dwarf succulents who thrive in low light. They closely resemble aloe vera, and are often mistaken as much. This species can look wildly different, from having bright thick leaves, to softer, more translucent leaves.
4. ECHEVERIAS
These visually stunning succulents hail from South America, and they’re well loved for their rosettes and exquisite features. The rosettes can vary in shape, size, and color, and the plant itself can be very small or can grow up to 8 inches wide. The leaves can also wildly vary from thin to thick and they also come in different shapes and colors. Echeverias can do well in low light, but they also like a little bit of sun. If kept in low light, make sure not to over-water as they are prone to root rot.
5. RHIPSALIS
Native to the rain forests of Central America, South America, and the Caribbean, this cactus is unlike other succulents. This is because the rhipsalis is a epiphyte, which is a plant that grows on the surface of another plant. Additionally, they grow in rain forests, as opposed to succulents, which usually grow in desert-like environments and require dry, arid climates. These stunning looking plants thrive in low light, but also need regular watering to mimic their rain forest habitat.
6. SCHLUMBERGERA
Holiday cacti also known as Schlumbergera, depending on their flowering season these plants are given names like Christmas, Easter, thanks giving. This is a genus of cacti with other species, its stem shape resembles the shape of cacti which are joined one on to the other and then flower blossom at the end of the tip.
The flower of this plant has beautiful red, pink and white color. This plant easily maintains its shape in indirect sunlight or low light therefore can be called as a perfect addition to the table of your living room.
7. KALANCHOE
These low light succulents are native to Madagascar, and can come in different shapes and forms. The most popular types of kalanchoe succulents are the small shrubs. They are very easy to grow, as well as low maintenance, and can thrive in low light or indirect light.
8. HOYA
Hoya plants are common house plants that are known for their sweetly scented flowers and waxy foliage. They grow well in hanging baskets and pots and have thick and almost heart-shaped leaves. While most species are succulents, some are not. These plants grow well even with minimal light or partial shade and don’t need direct sunlight but they need protection from frost and intense heat.
9. SNAKE PLANT
Snake plant is the most famous succulent among all the gardeners as it is very adaptable, one can keep it in any room and it will thrive beautifully in low light. This plant can be called as a best grown indoor plant due to its air cleansing trait. Snake plant is known by its various names like Sansevieria trifasciata or mother-in-law’s tongue.
10. PONYTAIL PALM TREE
The ponytail palm tree makes for a stunning and tropical addition to any home, and they’re also very low maintenance. And despite their name, the ponytail palm tree is not a palm tree, but a succulent from the Agave family. Be sure to give them fast draining soil, not over water them, and they’ll thrive for years to come.