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Vegetables: plants you can grow indoors

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

16 plants

Vegetables

Arrowroot

  • Part sun
  • Moderate water
  • Zones 10–12

Arrowroot, scientifically known as Maranta arundinacea, is a perennial herb native to the tropical regions of the Americas, particularly…

Bay Leaf

  • Full sun
  • Moderate water
  • Zones 8–10

The Bay Leaf plant, scientifically known as Laurus nobilis, is an evergreen shrub or small tree native to the Mediterranean region. It…

Bell Pepper

  • Full sun
  • Moderate water
  • Zones 10–11

The bell pepper plant, known scientifically as Capsicum annuum, is a vibrant and versatile member of the nightshade family, which includes…

Chervil

  • Part shade
  • Moderate water
  • Zones 9–10

Chervil (Anthriscus cerefolium) is an annual herb belonging to the parsley family (Apiaceae) and is often used in culinary applications…

Coriander

  • Full sun
  • Moderate water
  • Zones 9–11

Coriander (Coriandrum sativum), commonly known as cilantro in its leaf form, is an annual herb belonging to the Apiaceae family, which…

Curry Leaf

  • Full sun
  • Moderate water
  • Zones 10–11

The Curry Leaf plant, scientifically known as Murraya koenigii, is a tropical to subtropical tree native to India and other parts of…

Galangal

  • Part sun
  • High water
  • Zones 10–12

Galangal, scientifically known as Zingiber galanga, is a perennial plant belonging to the ginger family, Zingiberaceae. This herbaceous…

Ginger

  • Part shade
  • Moderate water
  • Zones 9–12

Ginger (Zingiber officinale) is a widely cultivated flowering plant belonging to the Zingiberaceae family, which also includes turmeric…

Kaffir Lime Leaf

  • Full sun
  • Moderate water
  • Zones 10–11

The Kaffir lime leaf plant (Citrus hystrix) is a tropical tree native to Southeast Asia, notable for its aromatic, glossy leaves and bumpy…

Lemongrass

  • Full sun
  • Moderate water
  • Zones 10–11

Lemongrass (Cymbopogon citratus) is a tropical perennial grass known for its citrus-flavored stalks and aromatic leaves. Typically…

Malanga

  • Part sun
  • High water
  • Zones 10–11

Malanga, also known as taro or yautía, is a starchy root vegetable belonging to the family Araceae. It is native to tropical regions…

Marjoram

  • Full sun
  • Moderate water
  • Zones 9–11

Marjoram (Origanum majorana) is a perennial herb from the mint family (Lamiaceae), cherished for its aromatic leaves and culinary uses…

Tamarind

  • Full sun
  • Moderate water
  • Zones 10–11

The tamarind (Tamarindus indica) is a tropical tree belonging to the Fabaceae family, native to Africa but widely cultivated in tropical…

Taro

  • Full sun
  • High water
  • Zones 9–11

Taro (Colocasia esculenta) is a tropical plant cultivated primarily for its edible corms and leaves. Belonging to the family Araceae, taro…

Turmeric

  • Part shade
  • Moderate water
  • Zones 9–11

Turmeric (Curcuma longa) is a flowering plant belonging to the ginger family (Zingiberaceae). It is native to Southeast Asia, particularly…

Watercress

  • Part sun
  • High water
  • Zones 5–9

Watercress (Nasturtium officinale) is a nutritious aquatic or semi-aquatic perennial herb belonging to the mustard family, Brassicaceae…