The key to making the most of your plants’ potential is understanding the bathroom environment and choosing varieties that will thrive in it. It doesn’t matter if your space is ultra-modern or quite traditional, a houseplant or two will always create an impression. Live plants are natural, zen-inducing and can make a great addition to any bathroom. Even better, they can purify the air, create a fresher environment and, in the case of aloe, even contain healing properties. With that in mind, here’s a look at where to start when choosing plants for this challenging space.
Most bamboo species are native from warm and moist tropical climates. It’s a type of grass with one of the fastest growth in the world. Did you know that you can grow bamboo without soil? A jar filled with small stones and water is sufficient.
Ivy and Pothos vines are perfect for a creating a lush atmosphere in the bathroom, placed around the sink, around the bathtub or hanging from a shelf.
Ferns prefer humid air. Their fronds are fragile are can dry out quickly in dry/windy conditions. They’re tricky houseplants in my experience but they also can make an outstandingly lush adddition to a bathroom.
They love the humidity.
After a hot shower, the conditions are almost the same as a tropical rainforest.
They Help Purify The Air
By breathing in carbon dioxide and breathing out oxygen, they help contribute to a fresher environment with or without ventilation
They Provide Other Health Benefits
Certain Varieties, such as Aloe Vera, have medicinal qualities that may take the place of some items in your medicine cabinet.