Succulents are a reminder that even the most minor things can grow and thrive with a bit of care and attention. While they need sunlight to flourish, some succulents can still look beautiful in low-light conditions. Don't let a lack of the sun stop you from bringing the joy of greenery into your home. Explore the four groups of succulents - Glass Leaf Group, Patterned Leaf Group, Hanging Group, and Stereotyped Succulent Shapes Group- and discover the one that speaks to you.
Glass Leaf Group
Haworthia cooperi var. pilifera
Haworthia cooperi var. pilifera initially grows individually but gradually forms a cluster. Its leaves are compactly arranged in a rosette shape and are thick and plump. The leaf blades are transparent at the top.
If you're growing Haworthia cooperi var. pilifera, keep in mind that it prefers to be in semi-shade with fat, transparent leaves. Just a heads up, too much light can cause poor growth and unsightly markings on the leaves. So you can place it indoors in a cool place.
Haworthia truncata Schönland
Haworthia truncata Schönland is low and stemless. Its upright leaves are arranged in a fan shape, and the tops resemble those of a knife. This unique appearance attracts many enthusiasts.
Plants like Haworthia truncata Schönland and Haworthia cooperi var. pilifera prefer moist, warm growing environments and are afraid of strong sunlight. They thrive best in places with filtered light, but they need shading if there is intense direct light. If you want a succulent that can be placed indoors and doesn't get a lot of light, Haworthia truncata Schönland would be a great choice.
Haworthia cooperi var. leightonii
If you like rosette-shaped flowers, Haworthia cooperi var. leightonii may be more to your liking.Haworthia cooperi var. leightonii has inverted triangular leaves, the upper part of the leaf blade is transparent, the transparent leaf blade has a green vertical pattern, and the leaf blade as a whole has a green color, and the leaf blade pins are arranged to form a rosette shape.
Haworthia cooperi var. leightonii can tolerate semi-shade indoors, so you can place it in your office or home.
Patterned Leaf Group
Haworthiopsis fasciata
Haworthiopsis fasciata is a petite succulent with rounded leaves adorned with white stripes. It thrives in bright indirect sunlight but adapts well to indoor low-light conditions, making it an ideal indoor succulent.
Haworthiopsis attenuata
The long, flat, sword-shaped leaves of Sansevieria trifasciata are green and adorned with various white stripes. It prefers ample indirect light, making it suitable for indoor locations such as windowsills.
Sansevieria trifasciata
The long, flat, sword-shaped leaves of Sansevieria trifasciata are green and adorned with various white stripes. It prefers ample indirect light, making it suitable for indoor locations such as windowsills.
Hanging Group
String of pearls
String of pearls has plump, green, oval-shaped leaves resembling pearls. Its slender stems continuously grow longer and sprout leaves.
String of pearls thrives best in environments with strong, scattered light. Its leaves appear rounded, plump, and green, making it perfect for indoor hanging decorations.
String of heart
String of heart It has heart-shaped, green leaves with stems that elongate and are suitable for hanging pots. Its appearance is romantic and mysterious, captivating many enthusiasts.
String of heart It prefers scattered light and may be damaged by intense direct sunlight. Therefore, it's best suited for indoor environments with limited sunlight.
Crassula nemorosa
Meet the charming Crassula nemorosa! This petite plant stands at a maximum height of 10 cm, boasting adorable heart-shaped leaves that range from yellow to green and measure between 0.5-1 cm in diameter. These delicate leaves are arranged opposite each other on dainty stems, and the plant features bulbous roots like the String of Hearts.
As a rock crevice dweller, Crassula nemorosa prefers a refreshing environment and is sensitive to direct sunlight. To keep it thriving, it's ideal to give it a cozy spot indoors - perhaps by a window where it can soak in the coolness. With your nurturing touch, this little beauty will bloom and flourish!
Hatiora salicornioides
Hatiora salicornioides is a familiar succulent with stems resembling cute puppets, making it adorable. It doesn't require direct solid light and is sensitive to intense sunlight exposure. It thrives best in semi-shaded indoor areas or locations with ample scattered light.
Hoyacarnosa
Hoyacarnosa, a vine-growing succulent with spherical flowers, is an excellent indoor hanging flower that adds great ornamental value to any space. It thrives with just the right amount of diffused light, making it an ideal indoor plant. So, if you're looking for an easy-to-grow and visually appealing plant, Hoyacarnosa is a perfect choice.
Stereotyped Succulent Shapes Group
Jade plants
Jade plants are loved for their vibrant green leaves and tree-like growth. They exhibit a high tolerance to low-light conditions indoors and can thrive in dimly lit areas. Although Jade plants can survive in low-light environments, it's still recommended to expose them to moderate sunlight occasionally to promote growth.
In China, Jade plants are considered a symbol of friendship and good luck. Jade plants are believed in South African mythology to have the ability to ward off evil spirits and negative energies.
Bunny succulent
Bunny succulent has highly fleshy leaves, resembling a small meatball. During growth, elongated leaves slowly emerge from the top, resembling furry ears, becoming more prominent.
Bunny succulent It prefers indirect light, making it suitable for closed balconies with limited sunlight. During this period, avoid frequent watering to prevent pests such as mealybugs and aphids due to poor ventilation indoors.
Euphorbia leuconeura
Euphorbia leuconeura is a succulent plant belonging to the Euphorbia genus in the Euphorbiaceae family. It is native to the rocky regions of Madagascar and is commonly known as the Madagascar jewel. The plant has erect stems and green leaves with distinct white veins. When the leaves fall, they leave imprints on the stem.
Euphorbia leuconeura can grow well indoors with bright, indirect, or low direct light. It is relatively shade-tolerant, and too much light can affect the growth of its leaves.
Kalanchoe pinnata
Kalanchoe has green, upright stems and ovate, greenish leaves with purple margins and serrated edges. From late winter to early spring, Kalanchoe pinnata produces inverted bell-shaped flowers. This plant is incredibly resilient, tolerates shade well and can be kept indoors in low light conditions.
When choosing to grow succulents, it is vital to consider light conditions. All plants need photosynthesis, and the necessary condition for photosynthesis is off light, so LOW LIGHT still needs to ensure some bright diffused light.
In the case of not being able to provide full sunlight to our plants, we can choose varieties suitable for low light environment, or use auxiliary light source cultivation in the case of insufficient sunlight, we can create a succulent paradise indoors, and at the same time do not leave the house to enjoy the beautiful flowers of succulents bloom, feel the beauty of nature.
