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Flowers: plants you can grow indoors

These plants can be grown indoors, given the right light.

24 plants

Flowers

Aloe Vera

  • Part sun
  • Low water
  • Zones 10–11

Aloe Vera is a succulent perennial plant belonging to the genus Aloe and is well-known for its fleshy, thick, and spiky leaves that…

Amaryllis

  • Bright indirect light
  • Moderate water
  • Zones 9–11

Amaryllis, primarily known by the species Hippeastrum (often classified within the Amaryllis genus), is a popular bulbous flowering plant…

Anthurium

  • Bright indirect light
  • Moderate water
  • Zones 11–12

Anthurium, commonly known as the flamingo flower or laceleaf, is a popular tropical plant celebrated for its striking appearance and…

Bird of Paradise

  • Full sun
  • Moderate water
  • Zones 9.5–11

The Bird of Paradise (Strelitzia reginae) is a striking tropical plant native to South Africa, known for its unique, vibrant flowers that…

Bougainvillea

  • Full sun
  • Moderate water
  • Zones 9–11

Bougainvillea is a vibrant, fast-growing tropical vine or shrub known for its brilliant, paper-like bracts that surround its small…

Christmas Cactus

  • Bright indirect light
  • Moderate water
  • Zones 10–12

The Christmas Cactus, scientifically known as Schlumbergera, is a popular houseplant celebrated for its stunning blooms during the holiday…

Crown of Thorns

  • Full sun
  • Low water
  • Zones 10–11

Crown of Thorns (Euphorbia milii) is a fascinating succulent native to Madagascar. Known for its hardy nature and distinctive appearance…

Desert Rose

  • Full sun
  • Low water
  • Zones 10–11

The Desert Rose, scientifically known as Adenium obesum, is a striking succulent plant characterized by its thick, swollen stem and…

Echeveria

  • Part sun
  • Low water
  • Zones 10–11

Echeveria is a captivating genus of succulent plants belonging to the Crassulaceae family, primarily indigenous to Mexico and Central…

Frangipani

  • Full sun
  • Moderate water
  • Zones 10–11

Frangipani, scientifically known as Plumeria, is a tropical flowering plant prized for its stunning, fragrant blooms and lush, green…

Freesia

  • Full sun
  • Moderate water
  • Zones 9–10

Freesia is a popular flowering plant belonging to the Iridaceae family, primarily native to southern Africa. Renowned for its…

Gardenia

  • Part sun
  • Moderate water
  • Zones 8–11

Gardenias are evergreen shrubs or small trees belonging to the Rubiaceae family, primarily native to tropical and subtropical regions of…

Geranium

  • Full sun
  • Moderate water
  • Zones 10–11

Geranium, commonly referred to as cranesbill, is a genus of flowering plants in the family Geraniaceae, encompassing around 300 species…

Gerbera Daisy

  • Full sun
  • Moderate water
  • Zones 9–11

The Gerbera Daisy, scientifically known as Gerbera jamesonii, is a vibrant flowering plant that belongs to the Asteraceae family. Native…

Ghost Orchid

  • Bright indirect light
  • High water
  • Zones 10–11

The Ghost Orchid (Dendrophylax lindenii) is a rare and enchanting epiphytic orchid native to the subtropical environments of Florida and…

Heliconia

  • Part sun
  • High water
  • Zones 10–11

Heliconia, commonly known as lobster-claw or wild plantain, belongs to the Heliconiaceae family and is native to tropical regions of…

Hibiscus

  • Full sun
  • Moderate water
  • Zones 10–11

Hibiscus is a diverse genus of flowering plants in the mallow family (Malvaceae), renowned for their large, showy blooms. There are over…

Impatiens

  • Part shade
  • Moderate water
  • Zones 10–11

Impatiens, also known as busy Lizzie or balsam, is a popular flowering plant belonging to the family Balsaminaceae. This shade-loving…

Jasmine

  • Full sun
  • Moderate water
  • Zones 7–10

Jasmine refers to a genus of flowering plants in the Oleaceae family, predominantly native to tropical and subtropical regions. There are…

Kadupul Flower

  • Bright indirect light
  • Moderate water
  • Zones 10–11

The Kadupul flower, also known as Epiphyllum oxypetalum or the Queen of the Night, is a rare and exotic cactus native to Central and South…

Orchid

  • Bright indirect light
  • Moderate water
  • Zones 11–12

Orchids belong to the family Orchidaceae, one of the largest and most diverse plant families in the world, with over 25,000 species and…

Orchid Cactus

  • Bright indirect light
  • Moderate water
  • Zones 10–11

Orchid Cactus, scientifically known as Epiphyllum, is a captivating tropical plant renowned for its stunning, often large, and fragrant…

Passionflower

  • Full sun
  • Moderate water
  • Zones 7–10

Passionflower, belonging to the genus Passiflora, is a captivating and diverse group of flowering plants renowned for their striking…

Plumeria

  • Full sun
  • Moderate water
  • Zones 10–11

Plumeria, commonly known as frangipani, is a tropical plant renowned for its fragrant, colorful flowers. Belonging to the Apocynaceae…