Plants for a Windowless Bathroom: Only Possible with Artificial Light

Can Any Plant Survive in a Dark, Windowless Bathroom?

Renee wants a plant for a bathroom with no windows. All her current plants are used to light. Asks for common household plants that tolerate darkness.

Expert Reality Check from Will Creed

No plant survives in total darkness (mushrooms excepted). A windowless bathroom needs a fluorescent light on 8+ hours/day for low-light plants to live.

Best Low-Light Candidates (with artificial light)

• Pothos (devil's ivy)
• Philodendron
• Chinese evergreen (Aglaonema)
• ZZ Plant
• Parlor palm

All require the 8-hour fluorescent light minimum.

For questions, contact Will at wcreed@HorticulturalHelp.com or HorticulturalHelp.com.