I love growing houseplants without using soil because it keeps both my hands and my house looking clean. In this post today, I want to share 20 gorgeous houseplants that grow in water so I do not have to worry about the mess of soil.
What is more, I find they are easy to care for and can be planted into glass jars, vases, fish bowls, or terrariums to place anywhere in my home such as on a tabletop, in a corner, or on a windowsill.
They not only give me a clean look because they are grown in vases or containers but also offer beautiful green leaves with vivid color to stand out in all my living space. Not just that, I have found that growing these water plants brings some benefits like being disease and pest-resistant.
I just keep changing their water at least 2 times per week to maintain the right oxygen level as well as avoid the invasion of some bacteria. I think it is time to try growing these water plants in my containers and vases and enjoy their natural beauty right in my home.
#1 Spider Plant
I find that Spider Plant can be either grown permanently in a glass jar or I can transfer the cuttings into a new pot once they root. I make sure to keep changing the water 2-3 times per week. Personally, I think this adaptable idea is perfect for beginners who want to experiment with water propagation.
#2 Impatiens
I have learned that Impatiens can grow in water for quite a long time before I need to move them into a pot. I wait until they form long roots, and that is when I know they are ready to live in a new environment. In my opinion, this patient idea rewards me with beautiful blooms once they are established.
#3 Ornamental Sweet Potato
I am amazed by how Ornamental Sweet Potato can thrive in water with so little effort from me. I keep changing the water regularly, and it grows to give me a tropical touch in my living space. Personally, I love how its vibrant vines spill elegantly over the sides of my glass container.
#4 Lucky Bamboo
I find that Lucky Bamboo can grow well in water, which makes it one of my favorite low-maintenance plants. I place the roots so they are submerged in the water and add some gravel around them for firm placement. In my experience, this serene idea brings such positive energy and a zen feeling to my home.
#5 Coleus
I adore Coleus for its colorful and serrated leaves that make it the most colorful addition to my home. I find that glasses and jars filled with water are the perfect placement for showing off its stunning foliage. Personally, I think this vibrant idea instantly brightens any dull corner of my room.
#6 Philodendron
I have found that Philodendron does well in a water environment, which makes it ideal for my hydroponic experiments. I place it in a clear glass jar and give it bright indirect light for the healthiest growth. In my opinion, this classic idea is a must-have for anyone building their water plant collection.
#7 Prayer Plant
I enjoy growing Prayer Plant in water from its cutting stems because it is so rewarding to watch the roots develop. I find that the deep green leaves with red veins are a great gift to brighten up my room. Personally, I think this striking idea adds such an exotic touch to my indoor garden.
#8 Dracaena
I have discovered that Dracaena can adapt to grow in water quite easily with minimal care from me. I make sure to keep changing the water 2-3 times a week to keep it healthy. In my experience, this elegant idea looks absolutely stunning in a tall, slender vase on my shelf.
#9 Moth Orchid
I find Moth Orchid to be a beautiful houseplant that I can grow in water with great success. I always add some colorful pebbles at the bottom to support the roots and add visual interest. Personally, I think this delicate idea makes me feel like I have a piece of luxury right on my windowsill.
#10 Pothos
I love that Pothos can be grown in water, in a clear fishbowl, or vase to give a wonderful look to my living space. I find that its trailing vines look absolutely magical when suspended in a transparent container. In my opinion, this versatile idea is practically indestructible and perfect for any room.
#11 Mint
I enjoy growing mint in water because it keeps my indoors clean and gives me a regular supply for cooking. I also love that if I want my room to have a natural scent, I just crush a few leaves. In my experience, this practical idea is one of the most useful additions to my kitchen windowsill.
#12 Chinese Money Plant
I am charmed by how Chinese Money Plant showcases beautiful round leaves that look stunning in a vase. I make sure to give it bright light for happy growth and those signature pancake-shaped leaves. Personally, I think this trendy idea has become one of my favorite conversation starters when guests visit.
#13 Chinese Evergreen and Dumbcane
I have found that I can grow Chinese Evergreen and Dumbcane in water by propagating the cuttings in a transparent vase. I love watching the roots grow visibly through the glass. In my opinion, this reliable idea is perfect for anyone who wants lush foliage without the hassle of soil.
#14 Paperwhite
I adore growing Paperwhite in water from its bulbs because it feels like a little winter miracle in my home. I place them in a bright spot, and they start blooming after just 4-5 weeks. Personally, I think this fragrant idea is the perfect way to bring spring indoors during the colder months.
#15 Herbs
I find that herbs are incredibly easy to grow in water indoors, and green onions, fennel, and celery are my best choices. I love having fresh flavors at my fingertips whenever I am cooking. In my experience, this edible idea turns my kitchen into a functional and beautiful mini garden.
#16 Wandering Jew
I enjoy growing Wandering Jew in water in terrariums because it gives me such warm purple color in my home. I find that its trailing stems look absolutely stunning when allowed to cascade over the edges. Personally, I think this vibrant idea adds such a jewel-toned richness to my plant collection.
#17 Monstera
I am always impressed by how Monstera puts out large and serrated foliage that looks so stunning in any setting. I have found that like other houseplants, it also can grow well in water with proper care. In my opinion, this dramatic idea makes me feel like I have a tropical jungle right in my living room.
#18 Arrowhead Plant
I find Arrowhead Plant quite easy to grow in water indoors, which makes it one of my go-to choices. I keep changing the water 2 times a week to ensure it stays fresh and healthy. Personally, I think this low-maintenance idea is ideal for busy people who still want greenery in their space.
#19 English Ivy
I have found that English Ivy can grow well in water, which makes propagation so simple for me. I grow new plants from its cutting stems in a glass vase and then place them on a bright windowsill. In my experience, this classic idea brings such timeless elegance to any room I put it in.
#20 Alocasia
I love that Alocasia also does well in water environments with glass jars filled with clean water. I find its dramatic arrow-shaped leaves create such a bold statement in my home. Personally, I think this exotic idea is the perfect finishing touch to my collection of water-grown houseplants.
