The aesthetic of a space can be quickly and easily improved by adding houseplants, and growing plants indoors in the kitchen can also serve some useful purposes. The appropriate plant can add colour, clean the air, or even produce fresh fruit and vegetables all year round.
It’s vital to remember that each kitchen has a different set of lighting, humidity, and temperature circumstances, thus no single plant will grow in every kitchen. However, a wonderful place to start is with these 10 houseplants.
Pothos (Epipremnum aureum)
One of the most carefree indoor plants is the pothos (Epipremnum aureum). They are thought to be reasonably drought-tolerant and adapt well to a number of varied light situations. Additionally, they make wonderful hanging plants, saving you valuable counter space.
Philodendron
Another low-maintenance genus of indoor plants that looks wonderful in hanging baskets is philodendrons. They are regarded as being somewhat drought-tolerant, like pothos, and may grow in bright to moderately indirect light. These foliage plants, which come in a wide range of forms and hues, are well known for being excellent air purifiers.
Herbs
Although growing herbs in the kitchen may seem like a no-brainer, there is nothing better than cooking with year-round access to fresh, organic, homegrown herbs. Herbs will grow readily in your kitchen as long as it is situated in an area that receives strong, direct sunlight for the bulk of the day. Herbs can also be grown using a grow lamp as an alternative. Herbs like chives, parsley, mint, thyme, rosemary, basil, oregano, and cilantro are simple to cultivate indoors.
Succulents
Succulents are an excellent choice if you have a sunny windowsill in your kitchen. Succulent plants are those that store water in different parts of their bodies, such as their leaves and/or stems, making them drought-resistant and typically low-maintenance. There are countless varieties of succulents, and they come in a wide range of beautiful forms, hues, and sizes. Popular succulent species include sedum, echeveria, kalanchoe, aloe vera, haworthia, and others.
Insect Plant (Chlorophytum)
One of the simplest indoor plants to take care of is the spider plant (Chlorophytum). They make wonderful hanging plants and, when content, blossom and produce a lot of offspring. A spider plant should not be placed in direct sunlight since the leaves may burn.
Viper Plant (Dracaena spp)
The most frequent houseplants are snake plants (Sansevieria), popularly known as “mother-in-tongue,” law’s and with good cause. They are typically low-maintenance and come in a range of different colours, shapes, and sizes. These tropical plants don’t need to occupy valuable window space because they thrive in bright to low-light settings.
Gummi Tree (Ficus elastica)
Rubber trees (Ficus elastica) are an excellent option if you want a large statement plant for your kitchen. These fiddle leaf fig relatives can grow into full-sized trees in their natural habitat and are tolerant of a wide range of growing conditions. Regular pruning controls their size and shape when cultivated indoors. Pick from a variety of options to match your tree to the hues and style of your kitchen.
Coffee Tree (Coffea arabica)
The coffee plant (Coffea arabica), whether you enjoy coffee or not, is a wonderful addition to any kitchen. The glossy leaves and compact growth pattern of the coffee plant make it beautiful even though it is unlikely that you will be able to harvest coffee beans from an indoor plant. Coffee plants need frequent watering and bright, indirect light to grow.
Plant ZZ (Zamioculcas zamiifolia)
The ZZ plant, often known as the “zanzibar gem,” is a low-maintenance addition to the kitchen that you shouldn’t overlook. These regal houseplants are very tolerant and can grow in both low- and high-light environments. Additionally, because they are rhizome-based, they require less water.
Black Violet (Saintpaulia ionantha)
African violets (Sauntpaulia) are the ideal houseplant substitute for individuals who prefer having cut flowers in the kitchen! A healthy African violet will bloom almost the entire year, and they come in a variety of lovely colours. These small houseplants benefit from regular hydration and strong indirect light.
