Popsugar Living Offices Best Office Desk Plants Your Desk Just Got Cuter, Thanks to These 50+ Small Plants 9 April 2019 by Haley Lyndes Image Source: The Sill As POPSUGAR editors, we independently select and write about stuff we love and think you'll like too. If you buy a product we have recommended, we may receive affiliate commission, which in turn supports our work. It's easy to get caught up in the daily demands of work, but having the right office decor can really shape your mood. If you find that your desk is a little, well, boring, then an office plant could be all that it needs. Plant-lover or not, desk plants make great work companions, and with plenty of low-maintenance flora on the market, there's no reason not to give one a try. With options ranging from adorable cacti to unique bamboo, we promise these desk mates won't succ (that pun is for the plant-lovers out there). If you're ready to breathe life into your work station, take a look at some of the very best small desk plants, which can handle both bright and artificial light conditions — as well as a little abuse (because we know you're busy) — ahead. Aloe Plant in Kraft Paper Pot Image Source: shopterrain.com The easy-to-care-for Aloe Plant in Kraft Paper Pot ($38) looks adorable on white table tops, as its green leaves and brown pot will contrast beautifully. Aloe Plant in Kraft Paper Pot $38 from shopterrain.com Buy Now Sansevieria House Plant Image Source: etsy.com Place the Sansevieria House Plant ($14) on your desk and enjoy the natural look of its weathered pot. Sansevieria House Plant $14 from etsy.com Buy Now The Ezra Trio Image Source: thesill.com Why stop at just one plant? The Ezra Trio ($48) offers enough variety to really bring your desk to life! The Ezra Trio $48 from thesill.com Buy Now Hedera Helix English Ivy Image Source: amazon.com Water the Hedera Helix English Ivy ($15) weekly and watch as its trailing vines wrap down the legs of your desk! If this gets to be too much, pick up a wire or piece of wood for the ivy plant to climb around. Hedera Helix English Ivy $15 from amazon.com Buy Now Succulent Garden in Square Wood Pot Image Source: shopterrain.com Bask in the green beauty of the Succulent Garden in Square Wood Pot ($48). Succulent Garden in Square Wood Pot $48 from shopterrain.com Buy Now Panda Plant Image Source: thesill.com All that a Panda Plant ($23) needs to stay happy is medium to bright light and a monthly watering! Panda Plant $23 from thesill.com Buy Now Mammillaria Elongata Pink Nymph Image Source: leafandclay.co Admire the unique look of the Mammillaria Elongata Pink Nymph ($5) cactus and enjoy the pop of colour its pink buds bring! Mammillaria Elongata Pink Nymph $5 from leafandclay.co Buy Now Haworthia Zebra Image Source: thesill.com The charming Haworthia Zebra ($23) loves bright, indirect sunlight, which means if your desk sits away from a window, you're good to go! Haworthia Zebra $23 from thesill.com Buy Now Snake Plant Laurentii Image Source: thesill.com The upright leaves on the Snake Plant Laurentii ($11) adds a vivacious tone into your daily work routine. Snake Plant Laurentii $11 from thesill.com Buy Now Lucky Bamboo Set of 4 Image Source: amazon.com Pick up the Lucky Bamboo Set of 4 ($22) to get one for yourself and your fellow coworkers to enjoy! Lucky Bamboo Set of 4 $22 from amazon.com Buy Now Quinn Succulents Image Source: bouqs.com I don't know what's more fun to look at, the Quinn Succulents ($69) or their zestful planters! Quinn Succulents $69 from bouqs.com Buy Now Pothos Neon Image Source: thesill.com No direct sunlight is necessary for the Pothos Neon ($44) to survive. In fact, these plants prefer indirect light, so for those of you whose desk sits far from windows, this plant is for you! Pothos Neon $44 from thesill.com Buy Now Air Plant Trio in Andes Stands Image Source: thesill.com Give your space a bit of sophisticated allure with the Air Plant Trio in Andes Stands ($50). Air Plant Trio in Andes Stands $50 from thesill.com Buy Now ZZ Plant in Teak Wood Pot Image Source: shopterrain.com Almost impossible to kill, the ZZ Plant in Teak Wood Pot ($128) can be placed in a variety of light conditions and survive. Not to mention, ZZ's can take a little abuse, and only require a monthly watering! ZZ Plant in Teak Wood Pot $128 from shopterrain.com Buy Now Bird’s Nest Fern Image Source: thesill.com The unique design of this pentagonal planter pairs beautifully with the Bird's Nest Fern ($74). Bird's Nest Fern $74 from thesill.com Buy Now Crassula Perforata Variegata Image Source: leafandclay.co We love the pale yellow and frosty green tips on the Crassula Perforata Variegata ($5) leaves. Crassula Perforata Variegata $5 from leafandclay.co Buy Now ZZ Plant Image Source: thesill.com Purify the air and take in the waxy green leaves on the ZZ Plant ($12). ZZ Plant $12 from thesill.com Buy Now Chinese Money Plant Image Source: amazon.com The Chinese Money Plant ($7) can hangout under artificial light conditions just fine, making it the perfect office plant. Chinese Money Plant $7 from amazon.com Buy Now Succulent Assortment Image Source: thesill.com Treat yourself to not one, but six succulents with this Succulent Assortment ($30). Succulent Assortment $30 from thesill.com Buy Now Black Blow Fish Pottery With Lucky Bamboo Image Source: etsy.com Gift yourself the Black Blow Fish Pottery With Lucky Bamboo ($8) and be reminded of nature every day thanks to its green stems and cute blow-fish pot! Black Blow Fish Pottery With Lucky Bamboo $8 from etsy.com Buy Now Variegated Hoya Heart Image Source: thesill.com Add some heart into your office environment with the Variegated Hoya Heart ($26). Variegated Hoya Heart $26 from thesill.com Buy Now Jade Fluted Image Source: thesill.com The Jade Fluted ($23) plant is known to attract money and prosperity, which is exactly why it's needed at your work station. Jade Fluted $23 from thesill.com Buy Now Verdant Garden Image Source: lulasgarden.com Bring a burst of green to your daily grind with the Verdant Garden ($55). Verdant Garden $55 from lulasgarden.com Buy Now Bailey Snake Plant Image Source: bouqs.com Say hello to your new desk friend, the Bailey Snake Plant ($65). This plant is extremely easy to look after, and its unique striped leaves are so fun to look at! Bailey Snake Plant $65 from bouqs.com Buy Now Cactus Succulent Collection Image Source: amazon.com Transform your desk into a living desert with the Cactus Succulent Collection ($24). Cactus Succulent Collection $24 from amazon.com Buy Now Crassula Jade Necklace Image Source: leafandclay.co The Crassula Jade Necklace ($5) is unlike other succulents and prefers indirect rather than direct sunlight, making it the perfect plant for those who sit far from a window! Crassula Jade Necklace $5 from leafandclay.co Buy Now Pilea Peperomioides Plant Image Source: etsy.com Take in the beauty of the Pilea Peperomioides Plant ($7) and enjoy the pot's intricate detail. Pilea Peperomioides Plant $7 from etsy.com Buy Now Modern Bamboo Image Source: pwa.1800flowers.com Enjoy the easy care of Modern Bamboo ($40) and keep it as your workmate for years to come. Modern Bamboo $40 from pwa.1800flowers.com Buy Now Philodendron Green Image Source: thesill.com The Philodendron Green ($45) loves indoor climates, and has very telltale signs when it's in need of assistance. That means you'll remember to water it between meetings. Philodendron Green $45 from thesill.com Buy Now Exotic Angel Plants Image Source: homedepot.com Pick up not one, but three Exotic Angel Plants ($21) and turn your workstation into a lush paradise. Exotic Angel Plants $21 from homedepot.com Buy Now Echeveria Lola Image Source: thesill.com Leave the Echeveria Lola ($23) somewhere sunny and forget about it until its next monthly watering! Echeveria Lola $23 from thesill.com Buy Now Jade Plant Image Source: amazon.com Accent your desk with the easy-to-care-for Jade Plant ($4) and enjoy its waxy green leaves. Jade Plant $4 from amazon.com Buy Now Costa Farms Euphorbia Cactus Image Source: amazon.com The Costa Farms Euphorbia Cactus ($27) comes as an exotic trio, so you can place the cacti all around your desk! Costa Farms Euphorbia Cactus $27 from amazon.com Buy Now Pothos Jade Image Source: thesill.com The undemanding Pothos Jade ($44) requires very little care, and can handle low-lit offices without a problem. Pothos Jade $44 from thesill.com Buy Now Echeveria Image Source: thesill.com Brighten up your bland desk with the green Echeveria ($9) plant! Echeveria $9 from thesill.com Buy Now Crassula Tetragona Miniature Pine Tree Image Source: leafandclay.co The Crassula Tetragona Miniature Pine Tree ($5) may have needle-like leaves, but the crassula tetragona is actually a succulent! If you want a low-maintenance plant that resembles a northern forest, this is your best bet! Crassula Tetragona Miniature Pine Tree $5 from leafandclay.co Buy Now Planted Tillandsia Geo Terrarium Image Source: shopterrain.com The Planted Tillandsia Geo Terrarium ($68) is always fun to look at when your mind needs a breather. Planted Tillandsia Geo Terrarium $68 from shopterrain.com Buy Now Aloe Vera Image Source: thesill.com Enjoy the medicinal qualities of Aloe Vera ($23) by using its leaves to apply soothing aloe gel. Aloe Vera $23 from thesill.com Buy Now Calathea Ornata Image Source: etsy.com It's hard to resist the stunning pink and green leaves on the Calathea Ornata ($9). Calathea Ornata $9 from etsy.com Buy Now Stetsonia Coryne Toothpick Cactus Image Source: leafandclay.co When you need to stay focussed, keep coworkers away with the Stetsonia Coryne Toothpick Cactus ($5) — its pointy spines are no joke! 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Sloth Air Plant $27 from etsy.com Buy Now Fiddle-Leafed Fig Ficus Image Source: amazon.com The Fiddle-Leafed Fig Ficus ($20) can adapt to almost any environment, and in its small form, it'll look darling on top of your desk! Fiddle-Leafed Fig Ficus $20 from amazon.com Buy Now Exotic Angel Plants Image Source: homedepot.com Get lost in the beautiful colours on these Exotic Angel Plants ($21). Fill your desk with them or give one to a friend! Exotic Angel Plants $21 from homedepot.com Buy Now Arrowhead Plant Image Source: thesill.com The Arrowhead Plant ($37) gets its name from its arrow-like leaves, which also happen to make beautiful desk decor! Arrowhead Plant $37 from thesill.com Buy Now Jade Succulent Plant Image Source: amazon.com The sweet Jade Succulent Plant ($16) looks adorable paired with a fun pot for added decor. 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