Pothos (Epipremnum aureum)
Pothos, or devil’s ivy, features heart-shaped, variegated leaves in green with yellow or white splashes on trailing vines. Native to Southeast Asia, it thrives in low to bright indirect light and well-drained soil or water (USDA zones 10–12). Easy to propagate from cuttings, it’s air-purifying and suits hanging baskets or climbing moss poles, requiring minimal care with occasional watering.
Heartleaf Philodendron (Philodendron hederaceum)
Heartleaf philodendron has glossy, dark green, heart-shaped leaves on long, vining stems. Native to Central America, it grows in low to medium indirect light and well-drained soil (zones 11–12). Perfect for trailing over shelves or climbing supports, it’s low-maintenance, air-purifying, and tolerates infrequent watering, making it ideal for beginners.
English Ivy (Hedera helix)
English ivy displays lobed, dark green leaves, sometimes variegated, on woody vines that cling with aerial roots. Native to Europe, it prefers bright indirect light and moist, well-drained soil (zones 4–9 indoors). It climbs walls or trellises, adding a classic look, but requires humidity and regular pruning to prevent invasiveness indoors.
String of Pearls (Senecio rowleyanus)
String of pearls features cascading vines with small, round, bead-like green leaves resembling pearls. Native to South Africa, it thrives in bright indirect light and sandy, well-drained soil (zones 9–11). Ideal for hanging baskets, it’s a succulent needing infrequent watering, but overwatering can cause root rot, and it adds whimsical charm indoors.
Spider Plant (Chlorophytum comosum)
Spider plants produce arching, green leaves with white stripes, with plantlets dangling from stems. Native to South Africa, they grow in bright indirect light and well-drained soil or water (zones 9–11). Trailing plantlets suit hanging baskets or climbing supports, and they’re air-purifying, easy to propagate, and forgiving of neglect.
Hoya (Hoya carnosa)
Hoya, or wax plant, has thick, waxy green leaves, sometimes variegated, on twining vines, occasionally producing clusters of star-shaped flowers. Native to Asia, it thrives in bright indirect light and well-drained soil (zones 10–12). It climbs trellises or trails, needing moderate watering and high humidity, prized for its lush foliage and fragrant blooms.
Arrowhead Vine (Syngonium podophyllum)
Arrowhead vine features arrow-shaped leaves in green, white, or pink variegation on climbing or trailing stems. Native to South America, it grows in medium to bright indirect light and well-drained soil (zones 10–12). It climbs moss poles or trails in baskets, with air-purifying qualities, requiring regular moisture and occasional pruning for bushiness.
Creeping Fig (Ficus pumila)
Creeping fig has small, heart-shaped green leaves on delicate, clinging vines that adhere to surfaces. Native to East Asia, it thrives in bright indirect light and moist, well-drained soil (zones 9–11). Perfect for covering walls or trellises indoors, it needs humidity and frequent trimming to control its vigorous growth, creating a lush, green backdrop.
Jade Pothos (Epipremnum aureum ‘Jade’)
Jade pothos, a pothos variety, boasts solid dark green, glossy leaves on trailing vines. Native to Southeast Asia, it tolerates low to bright indirect light and well-drained soil or water (zones 10–12). Ideal for hanging baskets or climbing supports, it’s air-purifying, low-maintenance, and propagates easily, thriving with minimal watering.
Monstera (Monstera adansonii)
Swiss cheese plant, or Monstera adansonii, has perforated, green leaves on climbing vines, creating a tropical vibe. Native to Central America, it grows in bright indirect light and well-drained soil (zones 10–12). It climbs moss poles or trellises, needing moderate watering and humidity, with its unique foliage making it a striking indoor statement plant.
String of Hearts (Ceropegia woodii)
String of hearts features delicate, heart-shaped, silver-green leaves with purple undersides on thin, trailing vines. Native to South Africa, it thrives in bright indirect light and well-drained succulent soil (zones 10–12). Perfect for hanging baskets, it needs infrequent watering, adding a romantic, cascading effect, though it’s sensitive to overwatering.
Golden Pothos (Epipremnum aureum ‘Marble Queen’)
Golden pothos, a variegated pothos, has green leaves with creamy white or yellow marbling on trailing vines. Native to Southeast Asia, it grows in low to bright indirect light and well-drained soil or water (zones 10–12). It trails or climbs, is air-purifying, and requires minimal care, making it a versatile, vibrant indoor plant.
Climbing Onion (Bowiea volubilis)
Climbing onion produces long, slender green stems that twine upward from a bulbous base, with tiny leaves. Native to South Africa, it thrives in bright indirect light and well-drained soil (zones 10–12). It climbs trellises or stakes, needing infrequent watering like a succulent, creating an unusual, sculptural effect indoors.
Betel Leaf (Piper betle)
Betel leaf has glossy, heart-shaped green leaves on climbing or trailing vines, often used in culinary or medicinal traditions. Native to Southeast Asia, it grows in bright indirect light and moist, well-drained soil (zones 10–12). It climbs supports or trails, needing high humidity and regular watering, adding lush greenery to indoor spaces.
Passionflower (Passiflora spp.)
Passionflower features intricate, layered flowers and lobed green leaves on twining vines. Native to the Americas, it thrives in bright indirect light and well-drained soil (zones 6–10 indoors). It climbs trellises indoors, needing moderate watering and occasional pruning, with its exotic blooms and edible fruit (in some species) adding drama.
Lipstick Plant (Aeschynanthus radicans)
Lipstick plant has dark green, oval leaves and bright red, tubular flowers resembling lipstick tubes on trailing vines. Native to Southeast Asia, it grows in bright indirect light and well-drained soil (zones 10–12). Ideal for hanging baskets, it needs humidity and regular watering, offering vibrant blooms and lush foliage for indoor decor.
Morning Glory (Ipomoea spp.)
Morning glory produces trumpet-shaped flowers in blue, purple, or white on twining vines with heart-shaped leaves. Native to the Americas, it thrives in bright indirect light indoors and well-drained soil (zones 9–11). It climbs trellises, blooming in the morning, but requires consistent moisture and support, adding a cottage garden feel indoors.
Neon Pothos (Epipremnum aureum ‘Neon’)
Neon pothos features vibrant, chartreuse-green, heart-shaped leaves on trailing vines, adding a pop of color indoors. Native to Southeast Asia, it thrives in low to bright indirect light and well-drained soil or water (USDA zones 10–12). Perfect for hanging baskets or climbing moss poles, it’s air-purifying, easy to propagate, and requires infrequent watering, ideal for low-maintenance spaces.
Ceylon Creeper (Parthenocissus tricuspidata)
Ceylon creeper, a smaller relative of Boston ivy, has lobed, glossy green leaves on clinging vines with adhesive pads. Native to Asia, it grows in bright indirect light and well-drained soil (zones 4–9 indoors). It climbs walls or trellises, creating a lush indoor backdrop, but needs humidity and pruning to control its vigorous spread in confined spaces.
String of Nickels (Dischidia nummularia)
String of nickels displays round, coin-like green leaves on delicate, trailing vines, resembling a curtain of coins. Native to Southeast Asia, it thrives in bright indirect light and well-drained, airy soil or epiphytic setups (zones 10–12). Suited for hanging baskets, it needs high humidity and infrequent watering, adding a unique texture to indoor displays.
Mistletoe Cactus (Rhipsalis baccifera)
Mistletoe cactus has long, thin, green, spaghetti-like stems that trail or climb, unlike typical cacti. Native to Central and South America, it grows in bright indirect light and well-drained soil or as an epiphyte (zones 9–11). Ideal for hanging pots, it’s low-maintenance, tolerates neglect, and adds a quirky, cascading effect indoors.
Wandering Jew (Tradescantia zebrina)
Wandering Jew features striped, purple-green leaves with silvery sheen on trailing stems, often with vibrant undersides. Native to Mexico, it thrives in bright indirect light and moist, well-drained soil (zones 9–11). It trails beautifully in baskets or climbs supports, but needs regular pinching to stay bushy and consistent moisture to prevent leaf drop.
Satin Pothos (Scindapsus pictus ‘Argyraeus’)
Satin pothos has heart-shaped, dark green leaves with silver-gray speckles on trailing vines. Native to Southeast Asia, it grows in low to medium indirect light and well-drained soil (zones 10–12). It climbs trellises or trails, is air-purifying, and requires moderate watering, offering a sophisticated look with its velvety foliage.
Kangaroo Vine (Cissus antarctica)
Kangaroo vine displays glossy, serrated green leaves on sturdy, climbing stems, resembling grapevines. Native to Australia, it thrives in bright indirect light and well-drained soil (zones 10–12). It climbs trellises or moss poles, needing moderate watering and occasional pruning, adding a bold, leafy structure to indoor spaces.
String of Bananas (Senecio radicans)
String of bananas has cascading vines with small, banana-shaped, glossy green leaves, a succulent cousin to string of pearls. Native to South Africa, it grows in bright indirect light and well-drained soil (zones 9–11). Perfect for hanging baskets, it needs infrequent watering and good airflow, creating a playful, trailing effect indoors.
Climbing Aloe (Aloiampelos ciliaris)
Climbing aloe features slender, green, succulent leaves with white teeth on climbing or trailing stems, unlike typical aloes. Native to South Africa, it thrives in bright indirect light and well-drained, sandy soil (zones 9–11). It climbs supports or trails in pots, needing minimal water and offering a striking, drought-tolerant indoor accent.
Silver Philodendron (Scindapsus pictus ‘Exotica’)
Silver philodendron, similar to satin pothos, has larger, heart-shaped leaves with extensive silver variegation on trailing vines. Native to Southeast Asia, it grows in medium indirect light and well-drained soil (zones 10–12). It climbs or trails, is air-purifying, and needs moderate watering, adding a shimmering, elegant touch to indoor decor.
Mini Monstera (Rhaphidophora tetrasperma)
Mini monstera has split, green leaves resembling a smaller Monstera on climbing vines. Native to Southeast Asia, it thrives in bright indirect light and well-drained soil (zones 10–12). It climbs moss poles, requiring humidity and regular watering, with its fenestrated foliage creating a trendy, tropical vibe indoors.
String of Turtles (Peperomia prostrata)
String of turtles features tiny, round, green leaves with darker veining, resembling turtle shells, on delicate trailing vines. Native to South America, it grows in bright indirect light and well-drained soil (zones 10–12). Suited for hanging baskets, it needs moderate watering and high humidity, offering a charming, miniature look.
Velvet Leaf Philodendron (Philodendron micans):
Velvet leaf philodendron has heart-shaped, velvety, bronze-green leaves with iridescent sheen on trailing vines. Native to Central America, it thrives in medium indirect light and well-drained soil (zones 10–12). It climbs or trails, is air-purifying, and needs regular moisture, adding a soft, luxurious texture to indoor spaces.
Cupid Peperomia (Peperomia scandens)
Cupid peperomia has heart-shaped, glossy green leaves on trailing or climbing reddish stems. Native to South America, it grows in bright indirect light and well-drained soil (zones 10–12). It trails in baskets or climbs supports, needing moderate watering and good drainage, with its compact foliage suiting small spaces.
Black Pagoda Lipstick Plant (Aeschynanthus ‘Black Pagoda’)
Black Pagoda lipstick plant has mottled, dark green leaves and orange tubular flowers on trailing vines. Native to Southeast Asia, it thrives in bright indirect light and well-drained soil (zones 10–12). Ideal for hanging baskets, it needs humidity and regular watering, adding vibrant color and pattern indoors.
Chain of Hearts (Ceropegia linearis)
Chain of hearts, a relative of string of hearts, has slender, green, heart-shaped leaves on long, wiry vines. Native to South Africa, it grows in bright indirect light and well-drained succulent soil (zones 10–12). It trails elegantly in baskets, needing infrequent watering, with its delicate, airy look enhancing modern decor.
Climbing Hydrangea (Hydrangea petiolaris)
Climbing hydrangea, grown indoors in controlled settings, has broad, green leaves on woody vines that cling with aerial roots. Native to Asia, it thrives in bright indirect light and moist, well-drained soil (zones 4–8 indoors). It climbs walls or trellises, needing humidity and pruning, offering a lush, cottage-style charm indoors.