1. BAMBOO
You don’t even need dirt for bamboo to
grow — a jar filled with small stones and
water is sufficient.
PHILODENDRONS
Watch these houseplants take on a glossy
appearance as they absorb steam from
your shower.
IVY
NASA uses English ivy to purify air,
so ivy certainly will be up to the task
in your home.
PEACE LILY
This white flower makes a great
complement to the decor of most
bathrooms. It also has a reputation for
working to purify the air around it.
BOSTON FERN
Place this on your windowsill, keep its soil
moist and watch its fronds add some color
to your space.
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ALOE VERA
Doing more than simply looking good,
the gel aloe vera produces can soothe
minor cuts, burns and dry skin.
SNAKE PLANT
Despite its name, this can be a real
friend because it filters harmful toxins
found in many household products
such as cleansers.
ORCHIDS
These flowers love damp, humid
environments, and indirect sunlight from
your windowsill is all they want.
CHINESE EVERGREEN
This plant does well with medium or
low levels of light, and it prefers warmth
and humidity.
BEGONIAS
Begonias flourish with fluorescent
lighting, making them a perfect choice
for brightening many bathrooms.
Plants can make a beautiful and beneficial addition to your bathroom, but
you need to know which ones will thrive in that environment. Here are some
important facts about which varieties work best.
Why Plants Are Right for Your 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.
TYPES OF PLANTS THAT DO WELL IN THE BATHROOM
Plants That Thrive In
BATHROOMS