Large Indoor Plants

Oversized houseplants create dramatic focal points, turning rooms
into urban jungles. These statement specimens often grow several feet
tall and require more space and light than typical tabletop plants. This
guide introduces popular large indoor plants, summarises their care and
points to detailed care guides.

Recommended large indoor
plants

Plant	Height & appearance	Light & water needs	Notes
Fiddle Leaf Fig (Ficus lyrata)	Large, violin‑shaped leaves; can reach 10 ft indoors	Requires a well‑lit location with morning sun; water only when the top two inches of soil are dry; loves high humidity	Can become spindly and drop leaves if light is inadequate; toxic to pets and children
Rubber Plant (Ficus elastica)	Broad, leathery leaves; tree‑like habit	Prefers medium to bright filtered light; avoid direct sun; keep soil evenly moist but not saturated; requires high humidity	Can reach 6–10 ft indoors; leaves may drop if overwatered or underwatered
Monstera Deliciosa	Large split‑leaf or hole‑leaf foliage; climbs using aerial roots	Does best in bright light in summer and direct sun in winter; medium to high humidity; water thoroughly then allow soil to dry slightly	Toxic due to oxalic acid; can grow very large with support
Bird of Paradise (Strelitzia reginae or S. nicolai)	Banana‑like leaves and striking orange or white flowers (rare indoors)	Bright, indirect light; tolerates some direct sun; keep soil evenly moist; prefers high humidity	Can reach 6 ft tall; may bloom indoors with enough light	General houseplant care
Dragon Tree (Dracaena marginata)	Thin trunk topped with spiky leaves	Bright, indirect light; let soil dry between waterings; tolerant of lower light	Slender form suits tight spaces; can reach 6 ft
Norfolk Island Pine (Araucaria heterophylla)	Soft, horizontal branches forming a miniature conifer	Bright light; avoid direct afternoon sun; keep soil evenly moist; enjoys cool temperatures	Grows slowly indoors to 5–8 ft; adds a holiday feel

Care considerations

• Light: Large plants often need more light to
  support their size. Place them near east or south‑facing windows. Rotate
  weekly for even growth.

• Watering: Check moisture with your finger. Many
  large plants like fiddle leaf figs and rubber plants prefer drying
  slightly between waterings. Overwatering causes root rot; underwatering
  leads to leaf drop.

• Humidity: Big‑leafed plants appreciate higher
  humidity. Mist leaves or use humidifiers. Low humidity can cause brown
  margins on fiddle leaf fig leaves.

• Support and space: Provide moss poles or stakes
  for climbing species like monstera. Ensure enough space around the plant
  for air circulation and growth.

• Toxicity: Many large plants contain sap or
  compounds that are toxic if ingested. Keep them away from pets and small
  children.

Conclusion

Tall houseplants like fiddle leaf figs, rubber plants and monsteras
bring life and drama to any room. By meeting their light, water and
humidity needs, you can enjoy these indoor trees for years. For
species‑specific details, see our Fiddle Leaf Fig Care Guide
and Monstera Deliciosa
Care Guide. While we don’t have a dedicated page for rubber plants
yet, the general advice above applies to Ficus elastica.