The Best Office Plants Compared
The best office plants need to do more than look good. They need to cope with heating, air conditioning, inconsistent watering and varying light levels, while still creating impact in the space.
This guide compares some of the most reliable large office plants, with a focus on resilience, maintenance and visual effect.
| Plant | Lower light tolerance | Easy care | Architectural look | Best placement | Typical height | Best for |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Kentia | Good | Good | Elegant and soft | Reception, corners, meeting rooms | 150–210cm | Offices wanting a calm, premium look |
| Schefflera | Moderate | Good | Full and relaxed | Corners, breakout spaces, general office use | 150–200cm | Offices needing reliable greenery |
| Rubber Tree | Moderate | Very good | Strong, upright, glossy | Corners, beside desks, smaller offices | 120–180cm | Low-maintenance modern offices |
| Ficus | Moderate | Moderate | Tree-like and refined | Reception, large corners, open offices | 160–210cm | Brighter offices wanting height |
| Strelitzia | Lower tolerance | Moderate | Bold and dramatic | Bright corners, open-plan spaces | 170–220cm | Offices with strong natural light |
Best all-round office plant
Kentia — elegant, dependable and widely suited to office conditions.
Best low-maintenance option
Rubber Tree — strong, simple and forgiving.
Best for bright statement spaces
Strelitzia — ideal when the office has plenty of natural light.
Best fuller green option
Schefflera — a softer, more generous look.
