Did you know there are bathroom plants that absorb moisture — greenery that not only looks beautiful but can also stop condensation and mould? We’re here with the top 11.
Peace Lily (Spathiphyllum wallisii)
Peace lily is a plant that is mostly known for its ability to absorb moisture from the atmosphere through its leaves. This plant can therefore survive with minimal or no watering.
Moreover, it requires low amounts of light to grow hence a perfect choice for a bathroom plant. Another characteristic that makes peace lily a good choice for keeping in your bathroom is its ability to purify the air of all contaminants.
English Ivy (Hedera helix)
The English Ivy is a great indoor plant that you can consider placing in the bathroom in hanging baskets. You can find great vertical hanging planters online and you’re set with your Ivy plant.
This plant is ideal for reducing the impurities in the air especially formaldehyde that’s more present in the household products like bathing soap, cleaning detergents, furniture and treatments for carpets.
The ivy will also help you get rid of mold that grows in areas with high humidity.
Spider plants
If you tend to struggle to keep plants alive, then this one is for you — perfect for even novices to the world of house plant ownership.
Spider plants can do well in pretty much any condition, but love humid atmospheres, readily absorbing water through their long, slender leaves and often producing pretty little white spider-shaped flowers and baby plants.
Orchids
Orchids tick all the right boxes when it comes to the best bathroom plants. They absorb and actively benefit from moisture in the air and love humidity levels of between 60%-80%.
If your bathroom is a windowless space (in which case you should be sure to learn how to ventilate a room without windows) then this might not be the right option for you — they like bright, indirect light.
Tillandsia
Also known as air plants – or, more formally as epiphytic plants – Tillandsia does not attach its roots to soil but gets all its nutrients from the air. This type of plant loves humid, steamy conditions, plenty of light and warmth — and so are ideal for bathrooms.
Although they don’t need potting in soil, they do appreciate a good, long drink once a week so don’t think you get away with ignoring them completely.
Calathea (Calathea spp)
Calatheas respond very well to humidity and can tolerate indirect light hence well-suited for most bathrooms.
These plants bring a splash of color and elegance to your bathroom.
Dracaena (Dracaena fragrans)
Dracaena requires high humidity levels, so your bathroom is basically the perfect location for it.
These plants also tolerate low light but can thrive even better in a medium to bright indirect light location, too.
Aloe Vera (Aloe barbadensis miller)
This succulent plant needs low amounts of sunlight, less water requirements and the humidity in your bathroom will be perfectly enough to keep it healthy.
Apart from the fact that Aloe Vera beautifies your bathroom, it is also incredibly useful especially when immediate relief from sunburns, cuts, or bug bites is needed.
Palms
With their large, glossy leaves and tropical good looks, palms really add to the decor of most bathrooms. They are also well-placed to reduce excess moisture.
“Palms are a great choice to help control humidity and keep mould at bay by absorbing moisture through their leaves,” says Gardening Express’ Chris Bonnett. “Varieties to look out for include areca palms, bamboo palms, the lady palm, dwarf date palm and reed palm”
Ferns
Conjuring up a peaceful, woodland feel, ferns have a lot to offer those with humidity issues in their bathrooms too. In particular, the Boston Fern can help.
“The Boston Fern thrives in moist climates and will naturally absorb the air moisture and balance out humidity levels in your home,” says Chris Bonnett. “All it needs to survive is indirect sunlight and regular watering.”
