Indoor Vining Plants: Top Varieties and Essential Care Tips

Indoor vines are the ultimate multitaskers—beautiful, air-purifying, and space-friendly. They can trail, climb, or spill dramatically from shelves. Want to know which ones deserve a spot in your home? Keep reading for the full list and care tips.

Meet Your New Favorite Vines

There’s just something about vining plants—they bring a sense of movement and a pop of green, even to the most boring rooms. Most aren’t fussy, and they’ll put up with a surprising range of light, which probably explains why you see them everywhere from apartments to offices.

Golden Pothos (Epipremnum aureum)

Golden Pothos is the classic “starter” vine. Its heart-shaped leaves are glossy, splashed with yellow or white, and it’ll climb or trail, depending on your mood (or how you train it).

It’s not picky about light—low to moderate is fine. Just water when the top inch of soil dries out. Give it a trim now and then to keep it looking bushy.

Forgetful waterers, rejoice: this plant is forgiving and even helps clean the air. Just a heads up—it’s toxic, so keep it away from curious pets or kids.

Heartleaf Philodendron (Philodendron hederaceum)

Want lush, deep green leaves that look good basically anywhere? Heartleaf Philodendron delivers. It doesn’t mind low light and is pretty adaptable.

Let the vines hang down or give them something to climb. Water when the soil starts to feel dry on top. Maintenance is as easy as it gets.

As it grows, the leaves get bigger—always a plus. But, like a lot of these houseplants, it’s not pet-friendly. Tuck it out of reach and let it fill in shelves or lonely corners.

Satin Pothos (Scindapsus pictus)

If you’re after something a little flashier, Satin Pothos is a show-off with its velvety, silver-dusted leaves. Touch them—they really do feel soft.

It loves bright, indirect light but isn’t dramatic if things get a little dim. Let the soil dry out a bit between waterings.

It’s low-maintenance and looks especially cool draping from a basket or climbing a pole. Again, best to keep away from pets and kids.

English Ivy (Hedera helix)

English Ivy is that classic, trailing vine you’ve probably seen in old libraries or Instagram shots. The lobed leaves are flexible, and it’ll climb or cascade wherever you want.

It’s flexible about light, but brighter spots mean richer color. Let the soil dry a bit before watering, and don’t be shy about pruning—it likes a haircut.

Perfect for draping off shelves or tumbling down a bookcase. Just remember, it’s toxic to pets and can get a little wild if planted outside.

Arrowhead Vine (Syngonium podophyllum)

Arrowhead Vine is a bit of a chameleon—its arrow-shaped leaves change as it matures, and the colors range from green to pink or cream. There’s a Syngonium for pretty much every vibe.

It’s happiest in moderate to bright, indirect light, but won’t throw a fit in regular household humidity.

Water when the top inch dries out. You can let it climb, or keep it trimmed and bushy if you prefer.

String of Hearts (Ceropegia woodii)

This one is a favorite for a reason: String of Hearts grows dainty, heart-shaped leaves on wiry stems, with a hint of purple underneath and bead-like tubers here and there.

Give it bright, indirect sunlight and don’t water too often—let the soil dry out well.

It’s made for hanging pots, where the long vines can show off. Not much fuss required, just light and good drainage.

String of Pearls (Senecio rowleyanus)

You can’t mistake String of Pearls—those little green beads are unmistakable, and the vines can get impressively long if you let them.

Bright, indirect light is a must. Only water when the soil is bone dry.

It likes a sandy, well-draining mix. Wet roots spell trouble. It’s mildly toxic, so keep it away from pets and little ones.

String of Bananas (Senecio radicans)

With its funky, banana-shaped leaves, String of Bananas is a quirky, easy-care choice. It fills out a hanging pot in no time.

Bright, indirect sunlight is ideal. Let the soil dry between waterings—seriously, overwatering is the enemy here.

If you treat it right, you might get small white flowers. Like its cousin, it’s mildly toxic, so keep it out of reach of pets.

Hoya (Hoya carnosa and others)

Hoyas, or Wax Plants, have thick, shiny leaves and long, twining stems. Sometimes, if you’re lucky, you’ll get clusters of star-shaped, scented flowers.

They want bright, indirect light and moderate watering—let the soil dry out at least halfway before you reach for the watering can.

Let them climb or hang, whatever suits your space. You might need to guide the stems a bit, but otherwise, they’re pretty chill.

Neon Pothos (Epipremnum aureum ‘Neon’)

This one pops—Neon Pothos glows with bright, chartreuse leaves that keep their color even in lower light, though they’re most electric with more sun.

Care is a lot like regular pothos. Water when the top inch dries out, and trim to keep things bushy.

The vines are great for baskets or running along a shelf. Like its relatives, it’s toxic if nibbled.

Cebu Blue Pothos (Epipremnum pinnatum ‘Cebu Blue’)

Cebu Blue is a bit of a collector’s favorite, thanks to its slim, silvery-blue leaves. It’ll trail or climb if you give it a little support.

It likes moderate to bright, indirect light. Let the soil go mostly dry before watering.

The leaves get even more dramatic as it ages. You can keep it neat with trims, or let it sprawl for a more wild look. Another one to keep away from pets.

Swiss Cheese Vine (Monstera adansonii)

Who doesn’t love those holey leaves? Swiss Cheese Vine has thin, trailing stems and leaves that look like they’ve been nibbled by a cartoon mouse.

It prefers bright, indirect light and a bit of humidity for the best leaf holes.

Water when about half the soil is dry, and make sure the pot drains well. All parts are toxic, so be careful with pets and kids.

Grape Ivy (Cissus rhombifolia)

Grape Ivy is soft, shiny, and a bit more understated. The leaves have toothed edges, and the vine is flexible, happy to climb or trail.

It puts up with low to moderate light. Water when the surface feels dry.

It’s non-toxic, so it’s a safer pick for pet owners. Plus, it’s forgiving if you forget a watering or two.

Wax Ivy (Senecio macroglossus)

Wax Ivy has thick, triangular leaves and grows fast, spilling over baskets or climbing if you let it. It’s a succulent, even if it looks a bit like classic ivy.

It wants bright, indirect light and a totally dry pot before watering again.

Some forms are variegated with cream or yellow. It is mildly toxic, so play it safe with pets and kids.

Purple Heart (Tradescantia pallida)

The deep purple leaves and trailing stems of Purple Heart are pretty hard to miss. It does best with bright light, but won’t complain in moderate light.

Water when the top half of the soil dries out. Snipping it back helps it get fuller and deepens the color.

Sometimes you’ll get tiny pink blooms. The sap can be irritating, and it’s mildly toxic to pets, so handle with care.

Inch Plant (Tradescantia zebrina)

Striped purple and green leaves, fast growth, and a trailing habit—Inch Plant is a classic for hanging baskets or shelves.

It likes bright, indirect light. Let the soil dry about halfway before watering again.

Pinch the stems if you want a bushier, more colorful plant. Not the best for pets that like to chew—keep it out of reach.

Wandering Dude (Tradescantia fluminensis)

This one grows fast, sending out trailing stems with shiny, small leaves. It’s happiest in bright, indirect light but will tolerate less.

Water when the soil is a bit dry. Not enough light? It’ll get leggy.

Pinch back stems to keep it compact. Like its cousins, don’t let pets snack on the leaves.

Black-Eyed Susan Vine (Thunbergia alata)

For a splash of color, Black-Eyed Susan Vine gives you cheerful yellow-orange flowers with dark centers. Indoors, it needs a trellis or something to climb.

Bright, indirect light is best. Water when the top inch of soil is dry.

The vines grow quickly, and with enough light, you’ll get blooms. It isn’t highly toxic but might cause a mild stomach ache if eaten.

Rex Begonia Vine (Cissus discolor)

Rex Begonia Vine is eye-catching, with metallic silver, green, and burgundy patterned leaves. It’s a bit showy, honestly.

It wants bright, filtered light and higher humidity. Let the top of the soil dry before watering.

Give it a support if you want it to climb. It’s non-toxic, so pet owners can relax. A humidity tray or misting helps keep those leaves looking sharp.

Lipstick Plant (Aeschynanthus radicans)

Shiny green leaves and quirky red flowers (they do look like lipstick tubes!) make Lipstick Plant a fun choice for hanging containers.

It blooms best with bright, indirect light and some humidity. Keep the soil moist, but don’t drown it.

Prune after flowering to encourage more growth. It’s safe for pets, and the flowers are a real mood-booster when they appear.

Rosary Vine (Ceropegia linearis subsp. woodii)

Rosary Vine is a close cousin to String of Hearts, with bead-like tubers and delicate, vining stems. The little heart-shaped leaves are streaked with silver and purple.

Bright, indirect light keeps it looking sharp. Let the soil dry out thoroughly before watering again.

It barely needs repotting and actually thrives when mostly ignored. Hang it up and let those vines dangle. It’s safe for most households.

Jasmine (Jasminum polyanthum)

Jasmine is all about the fragrance—clusters of white-pink flowers on twining stems, usually blooming in late winter or early spring. If you want a plant that scents a whole room, this is it.

It needs plenty of bright, indirect light and moderate humidity for healthy leaves.

Water evenly when it’s actively growing, then cut back in winter. Most jasmines are non-toxic, so another good pick for pet lovers.

Dischidia (Dischidia nummularia, Dischidia ruscifolia)

Dischidia vines are a bit quirky, with small, thick leaves and skinny, trailing stems. They’ll settle in just about anywhere with decent light.

Bright, indirect light and moderate humidity are best. Water when the soil is nearly dry all the way through.

Let them climb or hang. Many are epiphytes, so use a chunky, well-draining mix. Most are safe for both people and pets.

Maidenhair Vine (Muehlenbeckia complexa)

There’s something undeniably charming about those wiry stems and the clusters of tiny, round leaves. The foliage tends to grow in a dense tangle, which somehow still manages to look light and airy—almost whimsical, really.

This plant does best with bright, filtered light, though honestly, it won’t throw a fit if you give it a bit of shade now and then. Just be sure to let the top of the soil dry out before you water again; soggy roots aren’t its thing.

It’s happy to scramble up a little trellis or just trail lazily from a hanging basket. Good news for pet owners: it’s non-toxic, so you don’t have to worry if your cat gets curious. Snipping it back every so often keeps things tidy and helps it fill out nicely—plus, who doesn’t love a little extra lushness?