I'm on the lookout for low-maintenance indoor plants that actually produce oxygen at night (the CAM process) instead of just during the day. I've heard that snake plants, aloe vera, ZZ plants, and philodendrons are good options. I live in a condo where my windows only get a few hours of bright light before shifting to complete shade, so I'm curious to know which plants can thrive in those kinds of low-light conditions. Will any of them survive?
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Most house plants can survive with just a couple of hours of light each day, and both ZZ plants and snake plants are particularly resilient. They grow slowly, so they can handle your shade conditions without issue. Philodendrons also work well if they get a bit of direct light first. Just having plants around can boost your home’s air quality, so don’t stress too much about their oxygen-processing timing. Start a small plant collection and see how each one does; some may flourish while others might not make it. Good luck! ?
Thanks for the tips! I've only had plants as gifts, and I'm worried about my current ones. I've managed to keep them alive for almost three years, but with winter coming, I fear some might not survive. Got a calathea that shows signs of stress, and a pink syngonium that’s getting leggy. I’m scared to adopt new plants with all that going on.