The concept of plant light tubes can be traced back to the late 19th and early 20th centuries. At that time, people began to realize the impact of insufficient indoor lighting on plant growth. So, scientists began to study how to provide the light and energy needed by plants through artificial light sources. The initial plant lamps usually used incandescent bulbs, but their spectra were not rich enough to meet the needs of plants.

With the continuous advancement of technology, people have begun to use more advanced light sources to illuminate plants. Fluorescent lamps are an important breakthrough, as their spectra are closer to natural light and have higher energy efficiency. In the late 20th century, the development of plant lamps entered a new stage. With the rise of LED technology, the effect of plant lamps has been greatly improved. LED lighting fixtures have various spectral options and can adjust the light according to the needs of plants.

Modern plant light tubes not only provide the light and energy needed by plants, but also accurately control the intensity and spectrum of light according to their growth needs. Many plant light tubes are equipped with intelligent control systems that can automatically adjust the light according to the growth stage and environmental conditions of the plants. This intelligent design makes indoor planting more convenient and efficient.