Some houseplants do more than brighten a room. Their leaves naturally grow into soft heart shapes that make them feel a little more personal and fun to keep around. Whether they trail from a hanging planter, climb up a small support, or sit by a sunny window, these plants bring warmth to a space without feeling overly styled or dramatic.
A big part of their appeal is that many of them are surprisingly low-maintenance. They don’t need perfect conditions or constant attention to grow well. Give them decent light, occasional watering, and a bit of care, and they’re usually happy. If you want plants that feel cozy, playful, and genuinely enjoyable to grow, these heart-shaped favorites are easy to fall for.
String of Hearts (Ceropegia woodii)
The string of hearts, or Ceropegia woodii, is a hanging plant known for its delicate, heart-shaped leaves. It thrives in indirect sunlight and prefers sparing water. It is ideal for zones 9-12.
Rex Begonia
Rex begonias might just be the most flamboyant foliage plants out there. Their spiraled, crinkled, or textured leaves come in dramatic shades of silver, purple, red, and green.
Rex begonias thrive in bright indirect light and high humidity, making them an excellent choice for houseplants or summer containers. Keep their soil lightly moist and avoid direct sun to prevent leaf burn.
Anthurium
Anthuriums are often called flamingo flowers because their colorful red flowers look like the beak of a flamingo but also the shape of a heart. They can bloom year-round indoors with the right care.
They grow well in USDA zones 10–12 and prefer bright, indirect light and warm, humid conditions. Wipe the leaves occasionally to keep them glossy, and fertilize them lightly every few months to encourage continued blooming.
Caladium
Caladiums produce dazzling heart-shaped leaves with splashes of white, red, pink, and green. Maintain your caladiums by giving them dappled light and consistent moisture.
Pothos
Pothos is often the plant people start with, and for good reason. It adapts without protest and grows steadily in conditions that would stress other plants out. In a bathroom, the humidity keeps its leaves looking healthier with less effort.
It does well in indirect light and doesn’t mind being placed a little out of the way, which makes it easy to live with.
Heartleaf Philodendron (Philodendron hederaceum)
Heartleaf philodendrons are soft-stemmed and incredibly fast to root in water. Cut just below a node and remove any leaves that may sit below the waterline. Place the cutting in a clear glass and let the roots develop, usually within 7 to 10 days.
Like pothos, philodendrons are unfussy, making them ideal for beginners. Keep them in a warm, bright spot (out of direct sunlight), and you’re all set.
