Any type of container can be used to grow interior plants. But remember that plastic, metal, ceramic, glazed, or glass containers will prevent water from evaporating through the sides. For this reason, many amateur plant growers are more successful with clay pots. Clay pots are porous and allow water to evaporate through the sides. Plants are less likely to be injured from overwater ing when grown in clay pots.
It is permissible to use pots of materials other than clay. You should remem ber, though, you will have to alter watering schedules to compensate for the reduced evaporation that you will have with them.