Bye-Bye, Boring Desk! 50+ Plants That Will Liven Up Your Office

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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 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, keep reading for 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).

Aloe Plant in Kraft Paper Pot
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Aloe Plant in Kraft Paper Pot

The easy-to-care-for Aloe Plant in Kraft Paper Pot ($38) looks adorable on white tabletops, as its green leaves and brown pot will contrast beautifully.

Sansevieria House Plant
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Sansevieria House Plant

Place the Sansevieria House Plant ($14) on your desk and enjoy the natural look of its weathered pot.

The Ezra Trio
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The Ezra Trio

Why stop at just one plant? The Ezra Trio ($48) offers enough variety to really bring your desk to life!

Hedera Helix English Ivy
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Hedera Helix English Ivy

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.

Succulent Garden in Square Wood Pot
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Succulent Garden in Square Wood Pot

Bask in the green beauty of the Succulent Garden in Square Wood Pot ($48).

Panda Plant
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Panda Plant

All that a Panda Plant ($23) needs to stay happy is medium to bright light and a monthly watering!

Haworthia Zebra
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Haworthia Zebra

The charming Haworthia Zebra ($23) loves bright, indirect sunlight, which means if your desk sits away from a window, you're good to go!

Snake Plant Laurentii
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Snake Plant Laurentii

The upright leaves on the Snake Plant Laurentii ($11) add a vivacious tone to your daily work routine.

Lucky Bamboo Set of 4
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Lucky Bamboo Set of 4

Pick up the Lucky Bamboo Set of 4 ($22) to get one for yourself and your fellow coworkers to enjoy!

Quinn Succulents
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Quinn Succulents

I don't know what's more fun to look at, the Quinn Succulents ($69) or their zestful planters!

Pothos Neon
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Pothos Neon

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!

Air Plant Trio in Andes Stands
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Air Plant Trio in Andes Stands

Give your space a bit of sophisticated allure with the Air Plant Trio in Andes Stands ($50).

ZZ Plant in Teak Wood Pot
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ZZ Plant in Teak Wood Pot

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!

Bird's Nest Fern
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Bird's Nest Fern

The unique design of this pentagonal planter pairs beautifully with the Bird's Nest Fern ($74).

Crassula Perforata Variegata
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Crassula Perforata Variegata

We love the pale yellow and frosty green tips on the Crassula Perforata Variegata ($5) leaves.

ZZ Plant
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ZZ Plant

Purify the air and take in the waxy green leaves on the ZZ Plant ($12).

Chinese Money Plant
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Chinese Money Plant

The Chinese Money Plant ($7) can hang out under artificial light conditions just fine, making it the perfect office plant.

Succulent Assortment
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Succulent Assortment

Treat yourself to not one but six succulents with this Succulent Assortment ($30).

Black Blow Fish Pottery With Lucky Bamboo
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Black Blow Fish Pottery With Lucky Bamboo

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 blowfish pot!

Jade Fluted
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Jade Fluted

The Jade Fluted ($23) plant is known to attract money and prosperity, which is exactly why it's needed at your work station.

Verdant Garden
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Verdant Garden

Bring a burst of green to your daily grind with the Verdant Garden ($55).

Bailey Snake Plant
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Bailey Snake Plant

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!

Cactus Succulent Collection
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Cactus Succulent Collection

Transform your desk into a living desert with the Cactus Succulent Collection ($24).

Crassula Jade Necklace
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Crassula Jade Necklace

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!

Pilea Peperomioides Plant
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Pilea Peperomioides Plant

Take in the beauty of the Pilea Peperomioides Plant ($7) and enjoy the pot's intricate detail.

Spider Plant
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Spider Plant

One of the most adaptable houseplants, the Spider Plant ($35) can handle a little neglect, making it a great plant for busy workers!

Modern Bamboo
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Modern Bamboo

Enjoy the easy care of Modern Bamboo ($40) and keep it as your workmate for years to come.

Philodendron Green
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Philodendron Green

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.

Exotic Angel Plants
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Exotic Angel Plants

Pick up not one but three Exotic Angel Plants ($21) and turn your workstation into a lush paradise.

Echeveria Lola
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Echeveria Lola

Leave the Echeveria Lola ($23) somewhere sunny and forget about it until its next monthly watering!

Jade Plant
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Jade Plant

Accent your desk with the easy-to-care-for Jade Plant ($4) and enjoy its waxy green leaves.

Costa Farms Euphorbia Cactus
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Costa Farms Euphorbia Cactus

The Costa Farms Euphorbia Cactus ($27) comes as an exotic trio, so you can place the cacti all around your desk!

Echeveria
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Echeveria

Brighten up your bland desk with the green Echeveria ($9) plant!

Crassula Tetragona Miniature Pine Tree
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Crassula Tetragona Miniature Pine Tree

The Crassula Tetragona Miniature Pine Tree ($5) may have needle-like leaves, but it's actually a succulent! If you want a low-maintenance plant that resembles a northern forest, this is your best bet.

Planted Tillandsia Geo Terrarium
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Planted Tillandsia Geo Terrarium

The Planted Tillandsia Geo Terrarium ($68) is always fun to look at when your mind needs a breather.

Aloe Vera
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Aloe Vera

Enjoy the medicinal qualities of Aloe Vera ($23) by using its leaves to apply soothing aloe gel.

Calathea Ornata
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Calathea Ornata

It's hard to resist the stunning pink and green leaves on the Calathea Ornata ($9).

Stetsonia Coryne Toothpick Cactus
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Stetsonia Coryne Toothpick Cactus

When you need to stay focused, keep coworkers away with the Stetsonia Coryne Toothpick Cactus ($5) — its pointy spines are no joke!

Cactaceae Potted Plant
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Cactaceae Potted Plant

The Cactaceae Potted Plant ($5, in stores only) is both beautiful and prickly! Handle cacti with care when placing them around your office.

Small Live Assorted Air Plants
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Small Live Assorted Air Plants

Enjoy the assortment of colors and textures on the Small Live Assorted Air Plants ($35).

Calathea Rattlesnake
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Calathea Rattlesnake

Thriving in low to medium light conditions, the Calathea Rattlesnake ($45) can handle artificial light easily. Place this unique plant in the corner of your desk and enjoy its spotted, multicolored leaves.

Sloth Air Plant
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Sloth Air Plant

Is there anything better then a sloth hugging an air plant? Pick up the Sloth Air Plant ($27) and let it be the talk of your office.

Fiddle-Leafed Fig Ficus
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Fiddle-Leafed Fig Ficus

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!

Peperomia Ginny
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Peperomia Ginny

The yellow and pink leaves found on the Peperomia Ginny ($35) make it one of a kind!

Exotic Angel Plants
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Exotic Angel Plants

Get lost in the beautiful colors on these Exotic Angel Plants ($21). Fill your desk with them or give one to a friend!

Jade Succulent Plant
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Jade Succulent Plant

The sweet Jade Succulent Plant ($16) looks adorable paired with a fun pot for added decor.

Costa Farms Indoor Succulent Plant
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Costa Farms Indoor Succulent Plant

This gold and white pot paired with the Costa Farms Indoor Succulent Plant ($24) makes an adorable match!