Hate Dirt in Home? Here are the Houseplants that Grow Without Soil and save you from the hassles of getting your hands and clothes dirty!
If you love plants but don’t like the mess of handling the soil they come with, then don’t worry! For people who hate dirt in their homes, these are the best Houseplants that Grow Without Soil!
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Houseplants that Grow Without Soil
1. Lucky Bamboo
Botanical Name: Dracaena sanderiana
This good luck houseplant is popular for its indestructible nature and looks fantastic in transparent bowls filled with eater. You can also grow it hydroponically.
Here’s everything you need to know about growing lucky bamboo in water
2. Air Plants
Botanical Name: Tillandsias
These amazing plants grow in the air without soil. They form a rosette that collects water and nutrients from the environment. You can grow it in decorative glass terrariums or dishes easily.
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3. Pothos
Botanical Name: Epipremnum aureum
Pothos are known for air-purifying properties, ease of maintenance, and several other benefits. You can grow it without soil in water in decorative vases and jars.
Here’s all you need to know about growing pothos in water
4. Anthurium
Botanical Name: Anthurium andraeanum
The glossy, colorful, exotic flower spathes over contrasting green foliage of anthurium are loved for immense beauty and ease to maintain. It prefers warmth and high humidity.
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5. Philodendron
Botanical Name: Philodendron
Philodendron is a popular air-purifying houseplant known for its trailing vines. You can grow it in water and enjoy its beauty as a tabletop centerpiece!
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6. Arrowhead Plant
Botanical Name: Syngonium podophyllum
Just like lucky bamboo, you can grow Syngonium in water. The arrow-shaped green leaves and soft stems look adorable in vases or transparent jars when grown without soil.
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7. Hosta
Botanical Name: Hosta
Hostas are ornamental and tough houseplants that grow easily in the shade. You can propagate them by division and grow in water for a stunning centerpiece.
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8. Swiss Cheese Plant
Botanical Name: Monstera deliciosa
You can bring tropical vibes indoors without indulging in the mess of the soil by growing monstera in the water and enjoy the beauty of its lush and serrated foliage!
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9. Spanish Moss
Botanical Name: Tillandsia usneoides
The drooping gray-green tendrils of Spanish moss grow from trees in the wild and gets nutrients from the atmosphere. It doesn’t need soil but prefers high humidity and indirect light.
Here’s everything you need to know about growing Spanish moss
10. Water Lilies
Botanical Name: Nymphaea
The delicate flowers with floating leaves of water lilies symbolize peace and growth. If you also love aquatic plants, you can grow them indoors in jars and vases filled with water.
Learn how to grow water lilies in glasses here
11. Spider Plant
Botanical Name: Chlorophytum comosum
This natural purifier is an ideal choice for novice gardeners, thanks to its surprisingly low maintenance nature and adaptability. You can grow it in both soil and water.
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12. Marimo Moss Balls
Botanical Name: Aegagropila linnaei
Also known as Cladophora balls, they are spherical algae that can be grown in an aquarium with fishes, or you can also grow them in a jar of water.
Growing Tips:
Keep the plant in low indirect sunlight, change the water every couple of weeks.
