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Are you looking to bring the beautiful beauty of nature indoors?
Not only do plants have the natural ability to uplift our mood and purify the air of toxins, they can easily elevate your space as a budget-friendly decor hack.
Plants are the solution to many of our life’s problems if you take a moment to slow down and observe them for a little bit.
But I get it. Sometimes you have an idea and you want to make it come to life immediately.
For example, I knew when I first moved in to my place, it wouldn’t truly feel like mine until I was surrounded by lush foliage.
Fortunately for all of us, there are a variety of plants that add natural warmth and coziness to a space.
In this post, I’ll share 16 fast growing indoor plants to grow to create a stunning display of nature vibes that you’ll love!
Things to Know About Fast Growers
Typically, any plant with large amounts of foliage will grow faster than other plants like succulents, flowers, or cacti naturally due to photosynthesis occurring for leaf growth with a root system to support.
Factors to keep in mind:
Sunlight. Increasing the amount of hours a plant receives makes any houseplant grow exponentially faster.
Pruning: With faster growth, be prepared to do routine maintenance with pruning and removing dead leaves.
Repotting: Be sure to give plants happy homes by checking for repotting once a year. A clear indicator is roots growing out the bottom drainage holes.
16 Fast-Growing Plants for People Who Love Plants But Lack Patience
If you love being surrounded by plants, there are plenty of options that are easy to grow with need minimal care.
Here are the 16 best fast growing indoor plants to add effortless natural decor to your space!
1 Spider Plant (Chlorophytum comosum)
This is a classic and hardy tropical house plant that is great for beginners and also a natural air purifier!
- Leaf tips will turn brown if the humidity is too low, trim to keep looking neat
- Variegated varieties are available for your personal aesthetic
2 Inch Plant (Transcandenita zebrina)
With bold white stripes on top and purple and green streaks on the underside, it makes for a beautiful and whimsical display.
- Plant care can be very high-maintenance and requires regular pruning.
- Ideal as an indoor or outdoor plant depending on your zone
3 Monstera (Monstera deliciosa)
Aka the Swiss Cheese plant! This is an absolute favorite houseplant with unique foliage and a classic must-have for any space.
- Propagate new plants by using aerial roots
- Ability to tolerate low light and humidity.
4 Baby Rubber Plant (Peperomia obtusifolia)
Not to be confused with the Ficus plant, this is an underrated inexpensive yet durable houseplant with gorgeous leaves.
- The compact size makes this plant perfect for smaller spaces.
- Water sparingly. Can tolerant low-light and bright indirect light.
5 Ivy Devil’s Pothos (Epipremnum aureum)
A classic and usual first houseplant that has beautiful variegated leaves. This plant is perfect for trailing down bookcases or allowing to climb walls.
- Tolerates low humidity.
- Easy to propagate and grows easily and vigorously without a lot of effort.
6 Heart Leaf (Philodendron hederaceum )
The rich and dark green color just screams nature and vibes and the main reason why I fell in love with this plant.
- Baby leaves come in a faint pinkish color, this is normal.
- Can usually adapt to any space.
7 Calla Lily (Zantedeschia aethiopica)
Calla lilies are commonly given as housewarming gifts. With the right environment, this plant can reach full growth from seed in one season.
- Place in a spot with plenty of sunlight to avoid stretch and legginess.
- Submerge the roots in water in a glass vase to experiment with hydroponic gardening that is elegant!
8 Coleus
This is still fairly new to be thought of as a houseplant but this will bring cheer and a brightness to any mood. It’s like having fireworks indoors!
- Prune vigorously to keep the plant happy
- Bright sunlight is best to keep the colors vibrant
9 Polka Dot (Hypoestes phyllostachya)
If you want a fast-growing plant that adds color to your home, a tropical polka dot plant with its beautiful and vibrant pink and red foliage is perfect.
- The pink leaves become more colorful in bright light but avoid full sun!
- This plant loves high humidity. Be sure to prune often to encourage bushy growth.
10 Hoya (Hoya carnosa)
Looking for a non-toxic option to philos and pothos plants? Hoya is a reliable and easy-to-care for alternative with unique wax-like leaves.
- Bring a trail of greenery to an apartment or home office space.
- Elegant and delicate with star-shaped flowers
11 Ficus (Ficus carica)
Ficus plants are independent and hardy house plants that are incredibly resilient if you forget to water every-so-often. A beautiful and durable option.
- Add if you need a substantial plant to an empty corner (can grow up to 5 ft).
- Favorite for bonsai enthusiasts
12 Arrowhead (Syngonium podophyllum)
Very interesting plant as the leaves change shape as the plant matures. Natural air purifier but be careful, this lush plant is toxic to kids and pets!
High humidity is key with this plant, it’s an ideal option for terrariums.
14 Aloe Vera (Aloe barbadensis miller)
Aloe vera is known for its medicinal properties and more just a stunning plant to look at.
- Cut open a leaf to heal wounds or eat a piece for anti-inflammatory properties.
- Use as a softening conditioner for hair and preventing facial wrinkles.
15 Alocasia Pink Dragon (Alocasia calidora hybrid)
A beautiful plant with pink stems, easy to care for, and grows ridiculously fast! Perfect candidate for beginner indoor growers.
- Fairly adaptable to a variety of conditions but ideally wants to be in bright indirect light.
- Rotate often to ensure even growth and light exposure.
16 Pilea (Pilea peperomioides)
This is one of the most visually stimulating plants I’ve seen with stretched out stems and perfectly round leaves.
- Easy to propagate and cleans indoor air
- Adds a whimsical, fun, and unique vibe to a space
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