10 Best Indoor Succulent Plants in the Philippines 2023 | Haworthias, Lithops, Echeverias, and More

The Jade plant is considered by many as a symbol of good luck. That is why many homes and businesses love having this succulent. It is native to South Africa and gained popularity because of low-level care and could survive indoors in most conditions. Also referred to as the Money tree, it can be easily propagated from clippings or even stray leaves. 

This succulent doesn't need plenty of water and could be grown on porous mediums with good drainage. A red tinge might appear on its leaves when exposed to direct sunlight. If subjected to a different temperature, dryness, or nutrition, the leaves can change its colors.

Lithops is a type of succulent plant whose name was a combination of the Ancient Greek words "lithos," meaning stone, and "ops" for face. This plant can be found in the driest area in South Africa, wherein most of these plants have never tasted rain. In the wild, they grow at ground level, making them indiscernible from rocks and sand.

These plants should be put in a well-lit location because of the intense sunlight in the wild. They are also known for dying because of different climates and situations; it's either by overwatering or inadequate light.

Peach Eggs or Lavender Pebbles, call it whichever you want. This succulent is a rare species that looks like a moon rock than a plant. Its plump leaves display different lavender, pink, and green shades with a powdery coating that adds a matte look. 

Related to the Jade plant, this succulent is a sight to behold especially when grown on a hanging planter or trailing along the ground, mimicking a stream of colored pebbles. A fast-draining soil mix is preferred to grow and adequate water to keep the leaves plump and full of color. 

Be careful not to knock the plant as its leaves or stems will break easily, especially when already sagging from the pot.

Characterized by its dark green leaves with white horizontal stripes, the Zebra plant is an eye-catching succulent for your living space. Most amateur gardeners won't go wrong in growing it because of its versatility and resiliency. It is a slow-growing plant that rarely blooms, especially when kept indoors. 

At least four hours of bright indirect sunlight is needed to maintain its color. Just be careful not to expose to direct sunshine for long hours, for the leaves will turn in an unsightly red or purple. Watering it once a week is enough, but still, overwatering will often cause the roots to rot.

The Echeveria imbricata is a small evergreen succulent with tight rosettes in an overlapping circle. Accented by its blue-green saucer-shaped leaves, this is one of the oldest hybrids which resulted from a cross between two types of Echeverias. It is also considered the hardiest of the same species and could grow on sandy soils in direct sun or partial shade.

The Imbricata easily complements floral arrangements on rock gardens or containers. Propagation is easy-peasy through a leaf or stem cuttings, and once established, it only needs water occasionally. The plant is disease-free and has no known pests, but you might watch out for some aphids or bugs.

A slow-growing cactus originated from Mexico, the Bishop's Cap has a star shape -- thus the scientific name Astroyphytum, the Greek word for star plant. It commonly has five vertical ribs that define the shape of a star when young, and the ribs could increase up to seven as it matures. When aged, the diameter of the plant expands up to eight inches. 

The surface of the plant can sometimes be covered with hairy scales or just plain naked. You must be patient with this plant as it will only bloom its beautiful flower in its sixth year. Growing this plant is only through seeds after the fruit has already matured.  

The Ghost plant is a small evergreen succulent that has a pinkish-yellow color in hot conditions to blue-gray in partially shaded locations. It is closely related to the Jade plant and has thick, fleshy leaves that grow spirally around the stem. The delicate leaves can be detached easily, so it is nicknamed "porcelain succulent." 

Like most hardy succulents, it doesn't need regular watering. Just make sure that the sandy soil drains off water efficiently and is completely dry after watering to avoid root rotting. If you're planning on putting up a mini succulent garden inside your home, this will be a great inclusion to that list.

Maybe one of the most famous succulents around the world, the Aloe Vera plant is an evergreen perennial that could be grown under multiple conditions. It is commonly found on many consumer products such as beverages, skin lotions, cosmetics, ointments, or gels, a widely grown as an ornamental plant. 

Aside from being an "oxygen bomb" as it gets exposed to sunlight during the day, it absorbs carbon dioxide at night. Just give it some four to six hours of morning sunlight with just enough water to dampen the soil. It also helps clear the air of carcinogens such as benzene and formaldehyde.

Many varieties of Kalanchoe grow in the wilds of Africa, but the Kalanchoe tomentosa is endemic to the island of Madagascar. In the wild, it has a woody base that could reach up to several feet. However, when planted indoors, the plant is limited to the size of the container. It has a green hairy leaf with brownish-red markings around the edges.

It's a good practice to provide a balance between direct and indirect sunlight to keep the color and velvety texture. Many places mature Panda plants on a hanging basket as it looks great with the stems dangling around the main trunk. It is also a good idea to keep it hanging as it is toxic to cats and dogs.

The Prickly Pear is a bushy cactus plant that has a woody trunk, which is often cultivated in many warm areas for its edible fruits and leaves. It loves the arid, dry condition, and rocky substrate. It can also propagate in sandy but very well-drained soil. A very hardy, slow-growing plant that has numerous prickly hairs that could get stuck to the skin. 

From leaf pads, one can easily grow it by leaving it in a sunny place for a couple of days to ensure that the base is completely dry. Primarily grown as a fruit crop, it is as economically important as the maize or blue agave in Mexico.