A guide to choosing the best plants to work alongside you at the Office
In an office environment, the light levels, temperatures, and humidity can fluctuate significantly. At Midori Plantscapes, we are dedicated to assisting you in selecting the perfect plants that not only survive but thrive in these office-style conditions. Explore our favorite recommendations for these unique environments.
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Our 10 favorite plants for the office environment and why we love them:
1. Alocasia amazonica ‘Polly’-African mask plant
Benefits of African Mask Plant:
The African mask plant (Alocasia amazonica ‘Polly’) adds a touch of tropical beauty to any indoor space.
Its large, deep green leaves with pronounced veins make a bold statement.
The plant's unique shape and texture create visual interest and can be a focal point in a room.
Bright indirect light is ideal for this Alocasia, and can be provided by placing in a south or west facing window.
Misting is a great option to achieve the higher humidity this plant requires.
2. Haworthia attenuata- Zebra Plant
Benefits of Zebra Plant:
The Zebra plant (Haworthia attenuata) received its name from its green leaves with white tubercles, creating an attractive zebra pattern.
The plant is considered to be the best succulent for beginners.
It is easy to care for because it does great in low-med light and can survive for up to weeks without waterings.
The beautiful texture of the leaves is very aesthetically pleasing in unique containers.
Care tip: avoid wetting the leaves, which can lead to rot.
3. Aglaonema ‘Lady Valentine’- Chinese Evergreen
Benefits of Chinese Evergreen:
This Chinese Evergreen (Aglaonema ‘Lady Valentine’) is a beautiful addition to an office because its bold splashes of color, guaranteed to bring joy.
The plant is said to bring good luck and fortune to those who grow it.
It is considered an easy care plant for beginners.
It does best in med to bright light, and can tolerate low light as well.
Pro tip: bright light will bring out the color vibrancy in the foliage.
4. Hoya carnosa variegata ‘Tri-color’- Wax Plant
Benefits of Wax Plant:
The Wax Plant (Hoya carnosa variegata ‘Tri-color’) is a playful addition to any office space because of its fun variegation of green, white and pink.
It is an easy growing, trailing plant with thick waxy leaves making it great for beginners.
Can be a fun addition to a shelf or hanging basket.
This plant thrives in medium to bright indirect sunlight.
Fun fact: in ideal conditions, it may put out dainty, sweet smelling flowers.
5. Zamioculas zamiifolia ‘Supernova’- ZZ Plant
Benefits of ZZ Plant:
The ZZ Plant (Zamioculas zamiifolia ‘Supernova’) has a very unique growth pattern, creating visual stimulation in an office setting.
Its petite leaves emerge bright green and harden off to a dark green, almost black color creating fun interest.
This plant is great for beginners as it is easy to care for and requires infrequent watering.
It does best in bright to medium filtered light, however, can adapt to lower light situations as well.
You may notice rhizomes under the surface of the soil, one function of these is to store water, assisting in the survival of drought situations.
6. Spathiphyllum ‘Platinum Mist’- Peace Lily
Benefits of Peace Lilly:
The Peace Lilly (Spathiphyllum ‘Platinum Mist’) offers a level of elegance to any office setting symbolizing tranquility and harmony.
This plant requires moderate skill to grow due to its tropical nature.
When its time for watering, the plant will communicate by drooping its leaves.
The lush, evergreen foliage of this plant displays a beautiful texture adding year round interest to your space.
You may encourage flowering by exposing it to bright, indirect light in an east or north facing window.
7. Asplenium nidus ‘Crispy Wave’- Birds Nest Fern
Benefits of Birds Nest Fern:
The Birds Nest Fern (Asplenium nidus ‘Crispy Wave’) adds a fun touch with its lance shaped fronds that develop gentle ripples resembling a birds nest.
They are known to create excellent air purification and aid in increasing indoor humidity.
Can tolerate the low light setting in an office, however, do best in medium to bright indirect light.
They are known to be great for beginners because of their easy growing requirements.
You know it's time to water when the plant displays a pale green color throughout its foliage.
8. Monstera deliciosa- Swiss Cheese Plant
Benefits of Swiss Cheese Plant:
The Swiss Cheese Plant (Monstera deliciosa) was voted best office plant in 2018 based on its ability to purify air and mask unsightly office equipment.
This plant is great for beginners based on its easy growing requirements.
It requires bright to medium indirect light and will do best near a window.
The foliage of this plant will begin to yellow if it is over watered. It thrives when it is watered every 1-2 weeks, after the top 2” of soil dry out.
Fun fact: The plant is a symbol of honor, longevity and respect.
9. Chamaedorea elegans- Neanthe Bella Palm
Benefits of Neanthe Bella Palm:
The Neanthe Bella Palm (Chamaedorea elegans) is a beautiful office plant because of its full foliage, adding a tropical feel to your space.
It is slow growing, and can reach heights between 2’-6’, making it perfect for an empty corner.
This Palm is very easy to care for due to its minimal maintenance requirements, making it perfect for beginners.
It can adapt to lower light settings, such as an office, however, thrives in indirect sunlight.
If it is displaying browning on its leaves, it is an indication that it may need higher humidity and would benefit from misting.
10. Dracaena marginata- Madagascar Dragon Tree
Benefits of Madagascar Dragon Tree:
The Madagascar Dragon Tree (Dracaena marginata) is a perfect floor plant for your space because of its height and unique silhouette.
This is a very popular low maintenance plant because of its easy care requirements.
It can tolerate medium to low light, and will thrive in bright indirect light, making it a great option for your space.
Grown in a container, this plant can reach heights up to 6’.
The name is derived from the ancient Greek word Drakaina, meaning “female dragon.”
