🌿 Hanging plants
🏠 Vertical decor
🐾 Pet-friendly selection
🌿 In brief — quickly find your hanging plant
Beginner: Pothos, Chlorophytum, Philodendron scandens · Partial shade: Pothos, Ivy · Bright light: Tradescantia, Sedum, Ceropegia · Bathroom: Fern, Phlebodium · Original: Platycerium, Tillandsia
Hanging plants transform vertical space into a living jungle — without taking up floor space. They create depth, movement, and captivate the eye. Provided you choose the species suited to your lighting and watering routine.
Why choose hanging plants?
Hanging plants occupy vertical space without taking up floor space — a decisive advantage for small apartments. Their trailing habit creates a natural cascading effect that draws the eye upward and visually enlarges the room.
Hanging, your plants often benefit from better lighting and optimal air circulation. It’s also a practical solution to keep species harmful to pets out of reach — while keeping non-toxic plants accessible.
💡 Hanging vs XXL on the floor: how to choose?
Unsure whether to go for a hanging plant or a large floor plant? Our guide Hanging Plants vs XXL helps you decide based on your setup and style.
Choose your hanging plant according to lighting
| Lighting | Suitable hanging plants | To avoid |
|---|---|---|
| ☀️ Bright direct light | Sedum Tornado, Ceropegia, Tradescantia, Tillandsia | Ferns, Pothos (burns) |
| 🌤 Bright indirect light | Pothos, Scindapsus pictus, Monstera adansonii, Boston fern, Platycerium | Succulents (etiolation) |
| ⛅ Partial shade | Philodendron scandens, Ivy, Chlorophytum, Cissus | Tradescantia, Sedum, Tillandsia |
💡 Not sure about your lighting?
Check out our guide light and humidity: finding the right balance to accurately assess your indoor conditions before choosing.
The classic low-maintenance plants
The undisputed star of hanging plants. Its vines can reach several meters — guaranteed spectacular result. Tolerates neglect, adapts to almost anything.
Deep green heart-shaped leaves, elegant habit. Adapts to shaded as well as bright spaces. The Brasil variety adds spectacular golden highlights.
Its runners bearing small plantlets create an airy, lively cascading effect. Non-toxic, air-purifying, very hardy — the ideal choice if you have pets.
Timeless classic, shiny foliage and dense trailing habit. Known air purifier. Available in several varieties: Pittsburgh, variegated Gloire de Marengo, golden Goldheart.
Variegated foliage with vibrant shades — yellow-green, purple, striped. Fast growth, generous cascading effect in a few weeks. Also available in Brightness and Purple Zebrina.
Satin foliage dotted with silver — refined elegance, unique graphic style. Very similar to Pothos in its needs, but visually much more sophisticated.
Graphic and original hanging plants
Spectacular perforated foliage with natural holes — instant jungle effect. Trailing or climbing habit depending on display. Known air purifier.
Its fine stems carry small silver heart-shaped leaves. Absolutely unique romantic airy effect — a bold centerpiece. Non-toxic.
Fleshy spiral foliage, graphic and sculptural trailing habit. Very easy, drought tolerant — perfect for people often away.
Small round shiny leaves on elegant trailing stems. Compact, non-toxic, very easy — ideal for small spaces or bathrooms.
No pot, no soil — Tillandsia attach to any surface. Minimalist design and ultra-simple care by misting. Non-toxic.
Tiny round leaves on tangled thin stems — an airy, delicate plant cloud absolutely unique. Non-toxic, naturally trailing habit.
Hanging ferns for a tropical atmosphere
Hanging ferns bring immediate lushness and a deep forest vibe. They all appreciate high humidity — a bright bathroom is their ideal indoor habitat.
Lush trailing fronds — instant jungle effect. The Nephrolepis Macho reaches 100 cm diameter for a spectacular result. Non-toxic.
Blue-green veined foliage — a color few houseplants have. Air-purifying, non-toxic, moderate growth but unmatched style.
Sculptural foliage shaped like deer antlers — a striking centerpiece with strong decorative impact. Can be mounted directly on the wall on a wooden board for a natural gallery effect.
Where to place your hanging plants in the home
- Above a sofa
- In a bright empty corner
- Pothos, Monstera adansonii
- Near a bright window
- Recommended air purifiers
- Ivy, Philodendron
- Air purifiers to prioritize
- Pet-friendly if animals are present
- Chlorophytum, Peperomia
- Reduce stress
- Recommended easy species
- Pothos, Scindapsus pictus
💡 Create a hanging plant arrangement
For a maximum jungle effect, play with heights by hanging several plants at different levels. Mix textures: fine foliage (Muehlenbeckia, Ceropegia) with broader leaves (Monstera adansonii). Combine plants with similar needs to simplify care. See our guide Combining plants for a tropical vibe.
Care tips for hanging plants
Watering — the specificity of hanging plants
Warm air rises — your hanging plants dry out 30 to 50% faster than floor plants. Check the moisture of the top 2–3 cm of substrate twice as often. To water without damage: lower the plant into the sink or use a long-spout watering can. Let it drain completely before putting it back.
⚠️ The most common mistake
Watering from above without lowering the plant causes invisible water buildup in the decorative pot. Result: silent root rot. Always lower your plant or use a decorative pot with an integrated saucer.
Light and rotation
Place your hanging plants near a window but protected from direct sunlight that can burn the foliage. Rotate them a quarter turn every 2 weeks for even growth. If your room lacks light, our selection of shade and partial shade plants will guide you to the most tolerant species.
Pruning and routine care
- Regularly pinch the tips to promote branching and a denser shape
- Remove yellowed or damaged leaves as soon as they appear
- Fertilize every 2 weeks in spring and summer with a liquid fertilizer diluted by half — see our fertilizer selection
- Repot every 2–3 years to refresh the substrate and encourage growth
📖 Additional guides
Complete Watering Guide · Repotting guide · Plants and air quality
Supports and fixtures for hanging plants
| Style | Recommended support | Ceiling |
|---|---|---|
| Bohemian / Natural | Macramé, rattan, natural fiber — see the selection | Standard hook + anchor |
| Minimalist / Scandinavian | Clean ceramic decorative pot — see the selection | Discreet chrome or white hook |
| Industrial / Urban | Metal or concrete hanging — see the selection | Ceiling rail or forged hook |
| Airy design | Tillandsia holders, transparent cables — see the selection | Ceiling hook or rod |
Ceiling fixing — by structure type
- Concrete: concrete anchor + screw-in hook, minimum capacity 5–10 kg
- Drywall: special Molly anchor, avoid simple plastic anchors
- Wood: wood screw directly into the joist — the strongest
- No drilling: rod stretched between two walls or adhesive rail for light plants (< 1 kg)
FAQ — Hanging Plants
The Pothos is the go-to — it tolerates missed waterings, adapts to partial shade or bright light, and grows fast for a quick dramatic effect. The Chlorophytum (non-toxic) and Philodendron scandens are also excellent beginner choices.
Hanging plants dry out faster than those on the floor. Water when the top 2–3 cm of soil is dry — about every 5–7 days in summer, every 10–14 days in winter. Succulents like Sedum or Ceropegia need much less water. Always use the finger test.
Adapt the system to the ceiling type: concrete anchor + hook (5–10 kg) for concrete, Molly anchor for drywall, wood screw directly into the joist for wood. Always test the strength by hand before hanging your plant. For light plants (< 1 kg), a rod stretched between two walls is enough.
Yes — Pothos, Chlorophytum, Philodendron, ivies, and ferns are recognized air purifiers. They absorb formaldehyde, benzene, and other volatile compounds. For a noticeable effect on air quality, several plants in the same room are necessary. See our guide plants and air quality.
The Pothos, Philodendron scandens, and ivies tolerate partial shade. No plant survives in complete darkness. If your room is really dark, our shade and partial shade plants collection lists the most tolerant options. A supplemental LED grow light can also make up for insufficient brightness.
Lower the plant to water it in the sink or bathtub, let it drain completely (10–15 min), then put it back. You can also use a decorative pot with an integrated saucer and water moderately. Check 30 minutes later that no water is standing in the saucer.
Absolutely. Most can be propagated in water or directly in soil from a 10–15 cm stem cut just below a node: Pothos, Tradescantia, Philodendron, and ivies root in 2–4 weeks. The Chlorophytum even spontaneously produces plantlets on its stolons that you can simply take.
Hanging Plants Collection
Find Your Ideal Hanging Plant
Pothos, Scindapsus, ferns, Ceropegia, Tillandsia… Plants selected for their character and robustness, delivered with care sheet.
