Houseplants for Low Light, Cats & Blackout Screens: Best Bets

Light Is the Limiting Factor

Blackout/tinted screens block the photosynthetically active radiation (PAR) plants need. Even "low-light" plants may fail. Consider raising screens or adding a grow light.

Most Tolerant of Deep Shade

1. Snake plant (Sansevieria)
2. ZZ plant (Zamioculcas)
3. Pothos (Epipremnum)
4. Chinese evergreen (Aglaonema)
5. Cast iron plant (Aspidistra)
6. Peace lily (Spathiphyllum) — needs more light to bloom
7. Parlor palm (Chamaedorea)
8. Dracaena 'Janet Craig' or 'Lisa'
9. Corn plant (Dracaena fragrans)

Cat Safety

All above are toxic to cats if ingested (except maybe cast iron). Place plants out of reach or choose cat-safe: spider plant, Boston fern, Areca palm, Calathea, prayer plant.

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