15 Best Hanging Plants for Philippine Homes

Why Hanging Plants Work Perfectly in the Philippines

Hanging plants in the Philippines solve a common problem for urban gardeners: limited floor space. Whether you live in a condo, townhouse, or apartment, hanging baskets let you grow lush greenery without sacrificing walking area.

The tropical Philippine climate is ideal for most trailing plants. High humidity, warm temperatures year-round, and abundant natural light create the perfect growing conditions. Many popular hanging plants are native to Southeast Asian rainforests, so they feel right at home here.

Here are the 15 best hanging plants that thrive in Filipino homes, ranked by ease of care and availability.

1. Pothos (Devil's Ivy)

Pothos is the ultimate beginner hanging plant and grows abundantly across the Philippines. This trailing vine produces heart-shaped leaves in shades of green, golden, marble, and neon. It tolerates low light, irregular watering, and air-conditioned rooms.

• Light: Low to bright indirect light
• Water: Every 5 to 7 days. Let soil dry between waterings.
• Growth: Trails up to 3 metres in hanging baskets
• Best for: Beginners, offices, bathrooms, shaded balconies

Learn more in our pothos plant guide.

2. Spider Plant (Chlorophytum comosum)

Spider plants produce graceful arching leaves with white and green stripes. They send out long runners with baby plantlets that dangle beautifully from hanging baskets. These plants also clean indoor air effectively.

• Light: Bright indirect to moderate light
• Water: Every 5 to 7 days. Tolerates brief dry spells.
• Growth: Runners can reach 60 cm with plantlets
• Best for: Living rooms, covered patios, offices

See our full spider plant care guide.

3. Lipstick Plant (Aeschynanthus radicans)

The lipstick plant produces stunning tubular red flowers that emerge from dark calyxes, looking like tiny lipstick tubes. Its trailing stems with glossy leaves make it a showstopper in hanging baskets. This plant thrives in the warm, humid Philippine climate.

• Light: Bright indirect light. Some morning sun is fine.
• Water: Every 4 to 6 days. Keep soil slightly moist.
• Growth: Trails up to 90 cm
• Best for: Bright balconies, covered verandas, east-facing windows

Explore our lipstick plant directory page.

4. String of Pearls (Senecio rowleyanus)

String of pearls features round, bead-like leaves on thin trailing stems. It creates a dramatic waterfall effect when grown in hanging baskets. This succulent stores water in its round leaves, making it drought-tolerant.

• Light: Bright indirect light. Avoid harsh afternoon sun.
• Water: Every 10 to 14 days. Let soil dry completely.
• Growth: Trails up to 90 cm
• Best for: Bright indoor spots, covered balconies with good airflow

Read our string of pearls care guide.

5. Boston Fern (Nephrolepis exaltata)

Boston ferns are classic hanging basket plants with lush, arching fronds. They love the high humidity of Philippine homes and grow quickly during the rainy season. Place them in shaded spots for the best results.

• Light: Shade to bright indirect light. No direct sun.
• Water: Every 2 to 3 days. Keep soil consistently moist.
• Growth: Fronds can reach 90 cm long
• Best for: Shaded patios, bathrooms, north-facing balconies

Visit our Boston fern plant guide.

6. Hoya (Wax Plant)

Hoyas are beloved trailing plants that produce clusters of waxy, fragrant star-shaped flowers. The Philippines is home to many native hoya species, making them naturally suited to the local climate. Hoya carnosa and Hoya pubicalyx are the easiest varieties for beginners.

• Light: Bright indirect light for flowering
• Water: Every 7 to 10 days. Let soil dry between waterings.
• Growth: Vines can trail 2 to 4 metres over time
• Best for: Bright indoor spots, covered balconies, trellises

Browse our hoya plant guide.

7. Tradescantia (Wandering Jew / Inch Plant)

Tradescantia is a fast-growing trailing plant with stunning purple, pink, and silver striped leaves. It roots easily from cuttings and fills out a hanging basket within weeks. This plant is one of the most colourful options for Philippine homes.

• Light: Bright indirect light for best colour
• Water: Every 4 to 5 days. Keep soil slightly moist.
• Growth: Trails up to 60 cm. Grows fast.
• Best for: Indoor shelves, bright bathrooms, covered patios

See our tradescantia care page.

8. String of Hearts (Ceropegia woodii)

String of hearts features delicate heart-shaped leaves on thin, trailing stems. The leaves have a distinctive silver and green marbled pattern with purple undersides. It is a semi-succulent that handles the Philippine heat well.

• Light: Bright indirect light. Tolerates some morning sun.
• Water: Every 7 to 10 days. Let soil dry completely.
• Growth: Trails up to 2 metres
• Best for: Windowsills, bright shelves, hanging macrame planters

Check our string of hearts guide.

More Hanging Plants Worth Growing

9. Burro's Tail (Sedum morganianum)

A succulent with plump, blue-green leaves cascading down trailing stems. Water sparingly every 10 to 14 days. Needs bright light and excellent drainage. Handle gently because the leaves detach easily.

10. Staghorn Fern (Platycerium)

Mount this fern on wood or hang it in a wire basket. Its antler-shaped fronds create a dramatic display. Mist daily and soak the root ball weekly. Thrives in humid, shaded spots.

11. Peperomia Hope

Compact trailing peperomia with round, succulent-like leaves. Low water needs and tolerates low light. Perfect for small spaces and air-conditioned rooms.

12. Columnea (Goldfish Plant)

Produces bright orange flowers shaped like leaping goldfish. Loves humidity and warmth. Water every 4 to 5 days and give bright indirect light for blooming.

13. Rabbit's Foot Fern (Davallia)

Delicate lacey fronds grow from furry rhizomes that creep over the pot edge. These "furry feet" add unique character. Prefers shade and consistent moisture.

14. Philodendron Micans

Velvety, heart-shaped leaves with a bronze shimmer. Trails beautifully and grows fast in warm, humid conditions. Water when the top 3 cm of soil dries out.

15. Dischidia (Ant Plant)

Small-leafed trailing plant native to Philippine forests. Extremely low maintenance. Mist twice weekly and give bright indirect light. The "million hearts" variety is widely available at local plant shops.

General Care Tips for Hanging Plants

Choosing the Right Container

• Use lightweight plastic pots for hanging. Ceramic and terracotta are too heavy.
• Always use pots with drainage holes. Place a saucer underneath to catch drips.
• Macrame hangers work well for lightweight plants like string of hearts and pothos.
• Secure hooks to ceiling beams, not just plaster. Wet soil adds significant weight.

Watering Hanging Baskets

Hanging baskets dry out faster than ground-level pots because air circulates around the entire container. Check soil moisture every 2 to 3 days during the dry season. Water slowly until it drains from the bottom holes.

Feeding Schedule

Feed hanging plants with liquid fertiliser diluted to half strength every 2 weeks during the growing season (April to October). Reduce to monthly during the cooler months. Avoid feeding newly repotted or stressed plants.

Frequently Asked Questions