Plants have been a timeless home decor option, and for all the right reasons! After all, who doesn’t love a touch of green freshness in their indoor spaces? Alongside being aesthetically pleasing to the eye, indoor plants serve various functional purposes, ranging from air purification to stress reduction.
But did you know that you can keep indoor plants in your bathroom as well? As unconventional as it might sound, plants are becoming an increasingly popular choice for enhancing bathroom aesthetics. Here’s a complete guide to how you can place plants in your bathroom to do the same.
Benefits of keeping plants in the bathroom
You must be wondering out of all the available decor options for your bathroom, why choose plants? Well, here are some reasons:
Aesthetic appeal
Placing plants in the bathroom adds a fresh aesthetic to the space. They create an ambience that is vibrant and soothing at the same time.
Air purification
Indoor plants in the bathroom improve the air quality of the space by absorbing pollutants and releasing fresh oxygen. They absorb a major part of the toxins released into the air by the cleaning products used in bathrooms. Several plants also serve as natural air fresheners and spread their fragrance into the bathroom air.
Humidity control
Having higher humidity levels than other indoor spaces, bathrooms are the perfect spaces for certain indoor plants to thrive. This property is much in demand in regions with dry air as plants can regulate the humidity levels through transpiration.
Stress reduction
It is common knowledge now that plants have a calming effect on one’s mind, reduce stress and uplifts the mood. Placing plants in the bathroom adds these qualities to the space and makes it more soothing.
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Best plants to keep in the bathroom
Now that you know the benefits of having plants in your bathroom, here are some plants you can go for:
Snake plant (Sansevieria)
Snake plants are known for their resilient nature. They can thrive exceptionally well in low light and inconsistent humidity, and do not need regular watering either. Moreover, their air purifying properties are an added advantage, making them a perfect addition to your bathroom.
Spider plant (Chlorophytum comosum)
Spider plants need moderate lighting to thrive and humidity in the bathroom air is highly beneficial for them. They are also excellent for air purification and removing toxins released by cleaning products.
Pothos (Epipremnum aureum)
Another hardy and resilient addition to the list, a pothos plant can survive in moderate lighting conditions with minimal maintenance, while at the same time cleansing the bathroom air and making it fresher.
Ferns
Ferns are available in different varieties with leaves of different shapes and sizes. The elegant shapes of the leaves are sure to enhance your bathroom aesthetics. Moreover, these plants are perfect for the humid environment of the bathroom.
Orchids (Phalaenopsis)
If you are looking for a flowering plant for your bathroom, there’s nothing better than orchids. These plants are sure to give your bathroom a classy touch. Orchids thrive best under moderate indirect sunlight and require minimal care once grown.
Lucky bamboo (Dracaena sanderiana)
Bamboos are also hardy and resilient plants that can thrive under conditions of low light without much maintenance or regular watering. Placing lucky bamboo in your bathroom isn’t just good for the visual appeal, but is also believed to bring good luck to your home.
Aloe vera (Aloe barbadensis miller)
We are all aware of the various healing and therapeutic properties of aloe vera. These qualities make it a perfect addition to your bathroom. Not only does it require low maintenance and purifies the indoor air, you can also yield its healing benefits by incorporating it into your skincare routine.
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FAQs
Why keep plants in the bathroom?
Keeping plants in the bathroom enhances the visual appeal of the spaces, purifies the air, controls humidity and helps in reducing stress.
How do plants cleanse the bathroom air?
Plants clear the toxins released by bathroom cleaners in the surrounding air and also release a fresh fragrance.
What important things to look for when choosing plants for the bathroom?
While choosing plants for your bathroom, make sure you go for a resilient plant that can survive in low light conditions with minimal maintenance.
What are some common plants placed in the bathroom?
Snake plant, spider plant, money plant, ferns and aloe vera are commonly preferred for placing in the bathroom.
Which flowering plants are suitable for placing in the bathroom?
Orchid plants and peace lilies are some hardy flowering plants perfect for placing in the bathroom.
How regularly should I water the plants in my bathroom?
Bathroom plants do not typically require excessive watering. The high humidity conditions in the bathroom is enough to keep them thriving.
How to take care of the plants in my bathroom?
Make sure that the plants receive adequate light and water, prune and trim them regularly, add fertilisers and repot them once in a while.
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Riddhi Chatterji is currently pursuing a master’s degree in English literature from University of Delhi. Her meticulous attention to detail and the desire to make a learning experience out of every opportunity has allowed her to work with different forms of textual content for digital platforms, ranging from social media to news desks. When not working or studying , you can find her with her head buried in a book, discovering new music and movies, or out and about exploring the city on the metro.
