Would you like to know some of the plants that you can grow at home using a container with water? You will be surprised to know that many of them you probably already know or, possibly, are already part of your home but you have them with soil. With this list that we have made we intend to bring you a little closer to the world of houseplants so you can make the most of every little corner. Discover these 12 indoor plants that grow in water.
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Ipomea batatas
You should choose to grow sweet potato plants directly in water. If you keep it there you will be able to see how little by little new stems will grow from it, which will result in a more than a striking plant to decorate any corner of your home. In addition, you can transplant it again whenever you want, just make sure it receives direct sunlight daily.
Dracaena braunii – Indoor Plants that Grow in Water
Known as the lucky bamboo although it does not belong to this species, this plant can grow without any difficulty in the water. You just have to make sure that its stems are perfectly submerged, that it receives indirect light, and fertilize the water at least every two months.
Learn more about Lucky Bamboo Plant Care (Dracaena braunii).
Epipremnum aureum
Another of the indoor plants that grow in water and that is one of the best known is the Pothos or Potos. To succeed in growing this plant in water, you must make sure to cover the end of the stem well with water so that in just a few weeks it begins to take root. We recommend that to make it grow compactly, you should pinch the ends so that two new ones sprout from the same stem.
Learn more about Pothos Plant Care and Yellow Leaves on Pothos.
Mentha piperita – Indoor Plants that Grow in Water
If you are looking to have always at hand one of the most used aromatic plants in the kitchen, do not hesitate, to start growing mint in water. This plant does not need great care, you just have to submerge its branches until they take root and place it in a place where it receives sunlight to get new shoots. They are perfect to decorate the kitchen and give it a fresh and pleasant aroma.
Learn more about How to Grow Mint Indoors.
Cyclamen persicum
While cyclamen is a plant that is very susceptible to botrytis due to excess moisture at the roots, it has few problems when grown in water. This showy, winter-flowering plant is perfect as a houseplant for growing in water to decorate your living room or hallway.
Spathiphyllum – Indoor Plants that Grow in Water
Spathiphyllum or peace lily is a very easy plant to grow using hydroponics or hydroponics. In addition, its striking deep green leaves and elegant white flowers will decorate your home without the need for daily maintenance.
Learn more about Best Soil for Peace Lily and Yellow Leaves on Peace Lily.
Monstera deliciosa
Being a plant that does not need much light, it is perfect for growing indoors both in soil and in water. It is not advisable to place it in the shade, just make sure that it receives daily indirect light. Similarly, you will need a fairly large container for its cultivation since, also known as Adam’s rib, can reach 10 feet (3 meters) high, although it will adapt well to the space you have.
Learn more about How to Propagate Monstera Deliciosa and Best Soil for Monstera.
Tradescantia – Indoor Plants that Grow in Water
Commonly known as Wandering Jew Plant, it is one of the easiest species to grow in water. To get it you only need to make a cutting about 4″ (10 cm) long and immerse its end in a container with water to start rooting. Learn more about How to Care for a Wandering Jew Plant.
Hedera helix
You should also grow ivy using a container with water. For this type of cultivation, ivy varieties with slightly smaller leaves are preferred. We recommend that you use cuttings about 8″ (20 cm) long and make sure to dip the stems halfway into the water. This will ensure that they start rooting quickly.
Syngonium – Indoor Plants that Grow in Water
Another of the easiest houseplants to grow in water and also with very showy leaves is Syngonium. Apart from cutting a cutting and placing it in water properly for it to root and grow, you should keep in mind that this houseplant needs to receive indirect light so that its leaves do not lose color.
Plectranthus verticillatus
Better known as the money plant, it is very common to find it cultivated directly in water, as it can grow quickly. It is very important to keep its roots always well covered with water and to offer it a luminous space so that its leaves always have that characteristic bright green color.
Aglaonema – Indoor Plants that Grow in Water
This plant originates from the tropical rainforests of South Asia and is widely used for interior decoration due to its striking variegated leaves. The aglaonema plant also offers the possibility of growing it directly in water. You don’t need to spend a lot of time on it, just make sure it gets some light every day, but don’t overdo it with the light, as in nature it grows in the shade in dense forests.
Tips For Caring for Houseplants Growing in Water
Here are some fundamental tips to help you learn how to take better care of your houseplants growing in water:
- Use bottled water instead of tap water for good hydroculture.
- You don’t need to change the water in the container, just make sure it is always at the same level by refilling it from time to time. Even so, if you prefer to renew the water completely you can do it without problems.
- Plants were grown in water also need to be pruned. Prune them from time to time to stimulate their growth.
- You can use liquid fertilizer or water-soluble fertilizer to enrich your plants. However, be sure to always use the correct amount so as not to damage the plant.
- Always use a container according to the size of the plant. In the same way, we do not recommend using clay pots as they are a porous material that can absorb water.
