13 Houseplants That Bring The Colors Of Fall Indoors

Decorating for fall is fun, but it's always sad at the end of the season when you have to pack everything up and store it away after just a few months. If you love the fall and want to show your appreciation all year, houseplants could be the perfect decoration. While most plants are known for their green foliage, many houseplants have varieties that come in amazing shades, some of them perfectly matching the warm tones associated with the season.

Instead of solely green plants, find ones with beautiful dark reds or shades that perfectly match the leaves falling outside. Even the popular houseplants you already know and love might have a unique variety with the perfect color scheme for your needs, such as peperomias, coleus, and philodendrons. It's worth noting that what's below is just a sample of all the fall-colored varieties out there to choose from, so if none of these are quite right, or you want something more, then don't be afraid to do a little extra research. 

Pair these houseplants with the rest of your decorations — they'll perfectly match your DIY trendy fall decor. However, while you put up these items when the season ends, your plants can stay around all year long, giving you a bit of fall throughout the other seasons. If you want a little more decoration, you can also consider DIYing a cozy fall planter, helping to create the perfect home for your festive plants.

If you want a bold plant that's sure to draw attention in any room, Peperomia caperata 'Schumi Red' is a great choice, especially in the fall. It has beautiful dark red and purple leaves that stand out from other green plants. While these colors aren't necessarily associated with fall, they do look great around Halloween when dark reds and purples are the perfect colors. If you want an even darker option, black peperomia is a spooky plant that will look right at home with your Halloween decor thanks to its dark leaves.

Where 'Schumi Red' has deep purples and reds associated more with Halloween than fall in general, the flame violet (Episcia cupreata), or chocolate soldier, is definitely more associated with the season as a whole. It's closely related to the African violet, despite not actually being a violet. The big, beautiful leaves can range in colors from a light green to a metallic bronze tone. Sometimes, they may even turn pink or silvery, depending on the varieties you choose. However, the flowers are what really scream fall, with each one having bright red petals and a yellow center.

Also called the variegated rubber tree, Ficus elastica 'Ruby' is a wonderful houseplant, especially in the fall. While some of the leaves are green, many of them have a cream or pink hue. Sometimes, though, this instead changes into a bold orange or red, which is just what you are looking for in the fall. If you do decide to go with this plant, you will first want to make sure you know how to successfully grow a rubber tree houseplant, and be aware that it is toxic to people and pets.

Coleus scutellarioides is generally an easy plant to care for, which makes it a good option for both first-time and experienced houseplant owners. These plants can grow outside or in your home, depending on your zone and desires. While there are many different varieties of coleus, 'Downtown Dallas' is perfect for fall. Like several other stunning and unusual dark colors of coleus, the leaves can be anywhere from a bruised purple to a classic fall red on light green stems. The spiky-edge leaves are also reminiscent of a maple tree, adding to the autumnal vibe.

While the purples and reds are nice, sometimes you want something that makes you think of pumpkins and fires. Coleus scutellarioides 'Campfire' is a plant with produces beautiful orange colors with hints of red around the edges. Sometimes, the center may be a deep purple. The best part is that these colors stay bold whether kept in the sun, shade, or indoors. So long as you grow and care for the coleus plant correctly, this stunning color will make sure everyone knows that it's time for the fall season.

Rex (Begonia rex-cultorum) is a type of begonia known for its beautiful leaves that can be any mix or shade of purple, green, red, or silver. However, most of the time, the leaves appear to be a deep red with a few hints of green. It is a plant that likes humidity and warmth, which is why it's simple enough to grow this easy-to-care-for plant in your bathroom and watch it thrive. Like other plants on the list, there are several varieties that offer different colors and shades, but all of them are beautiful.

Having dark colors for fall is all well and good, but you can get the same feeling from lighter shades, too. Arrowhead vine (Syngonium podophyllum) is the perfect example. The leaves change color as they age, starting off a beautiful pink or copper and changing to lime green over time. It's definitely a muted take on fall, but it is still bold enough to catch the eye. There are a couple of more striking varieties as well, including the 'Julia Allusion' nephthytus plant, which produces pale green leaves with hints of pink copper.

Pilea spruceana, or silver tree, is a bold plant with every leaf having ribbons of silver and green. However, the scalloped edges and new leaves are often a red or a copper color. Not only does this provide eye-catching contrast, but it gives it an ever-so-subtle fall feeling. The beautiful colors are varied enough that you can enjoy this plant all year long, and not just for one season. Another perk is that the silver tree is non-toxic to people and animals, which makes it an ideal indoor plant.

Philodendrons are another beautiful plant that does so well in a home. This one, called 'McCoy's Finale,' starts with bold bronze leaves that fit the fall theme rather well. However, as it grows, the color fades and turns into a stunning green. This makes it another one of those plants that does exceptionally well for a fall-themed plant, but also works for the rest of the year. It is a little unique from other philodendrons, as it does not vine, but creates a mound of growth at its center.

There are a lot of varieties of croton (Codiaeum variegatum), but almost any of them work amazingly as a seasonal-focused plant. In fact, they are the perfect fall foliage that effortlessly transitions into a houseplant. They are known for being colorful plants, producing shades of red, yellow, and orange, as well as very dark green for older leaves. It's one of the best indoor plants for your foyer, as it brightens up the space and welcomes visitors. Be careful when handling this plant, though, as it is very poisonous for children and pets.

The paddle plant (Kalanchoe luciae), also known as a flapjack succulent or a dessert cabbage, is a smaller and rather low-maintenance plant to care for. They start a light green, but if you give them the right amount of sunlight, they can grow bright red. Another very similar-looking plant shares the same common name, but is scientifically called Kalanchoe thyrsiflora. Though both are pretty, the leaves of K. thrysiflora don't change to the beautiful reds, so it's important not to get them mixed up if you're looking for fall foliage color to show off in your home.

The bloodleaf plant (Iresine herbstii), as the name suggests, has brilliant crimson leaves. As with many popular houseplants, this species has a lot of varieties, but the ones that add the most fall appearance generally have some dark leaves with bright red veins. Though there is a lot you should know about the bloodleaf plant before planting, they aren't too needy. As long as they get the occasional trim and stay damp, they are mostly happy. And they aren't toxic, which is definitely a plus if you have pets or children around.

There are quite a few different varieties of aeonium, and many of them would work beautifully as a fall option. However, if you want something bold that perfectly fits the season, 'Atropurpureum' is a solid choice. They are also known as dark purple aeoniums because they grow leaves so dark they are almost black. In the center, however, they are light green, which draws the eye and adds a fun contrast. Another reason why aeoniums do so well as a fall houseplant, besides the colors, is the fact that they actually go dormant in the summer.