In the new furnishing trends, bathroom plants are back in fashion , giving a touch of green to the environment. But it is not just an ornamental issue, but they cover the function of absorbing humidity and this is an unparalleled added value, especially if we consider long and hot showers during the winter period. Among the best bathroom plants we certainly find tropical ones, such as Orchid, Kentia, Philodendron , but also many others. These usually come from areas where temperatures are very high and humid climate, much appreciated by this species in particular. Then imagine that this is the room where you will most spend your time in the morning and you will have no more excuses for not rememberingwater your plants. Bath plants
are also known for their ability to clean indoor air and absorb moisture, helping to improve quality. Toxic substances released by cleaning products and detergents are also eliminated and the air purified. The soil of the pot, if properly irrigated, is an excellent ally against bad odors. Also important are the mood benefits that bathroom plants bring: did you know that they help you relax and create a more relaxed atmosphere,
so you can’t help but rush to buy your first bathroom plant ! Big, small, with or without flowers: all this is of course at your discretion.
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- Tropical bath plants: true lovers of humidity and moderate light
- The plants to choose for a windowless bathroom
Tropical bath plants: true lovers of humidity and moderate light
To promote healthy growth and good development of tropical bath plants and certainly the humidity they are particularly fond of. Every day the bathroom is filled with water vapor which is concentrated mostly on the surfaces, such as the walls, but also the coverings, making the environment very welcoming for this type of plant. Accomplices are obviously endless tubs, showers and bathrooms , especially in winter. Another very important aspect and not to be underestimated is the temperature:due to the temperature range in the bathroom caused by various vapors and frequent air changes, it is essential to measure the temperature, remembering that bath plants thrive between 15 ° and 21 ° . You may have a sunny bathroom that allows the plant to receive direct light, which is perfect for succulents, but not for bath plants.
A moisture-loving bath plant prefers sunlight filtering through a window rather than direct sunlight, as it closely approximates the climatic condition of a tropical forest. Therefore, light is certainly important for a tropical plant, but it is good that it is not direct, but filtered with the aid of a shutter. Having said that, we are ready to discover together all the plants that adapt to the bathroom and that can grow without complications. For a small bathroom, you can choose flower bulbs , which do not take up too much space and can be grown with universal soil, without a lot of pretensions. It is very nice to give a touch of color to your bathroom with a sweet and delicate flower, with warm and very summery colors and, above all, in a container without drainage holes. A bulbous plant requires moderate, but constant watering, as well as filtered sunlight.
And this is clearly a feature common to other tropical plantswhich we will analyze later. Which flower to choose
We think that among the best there are the primrose, the violet and the bluebell. These flowers give an infinite liveliness, above all thanks to the very bright colors , solid or with spots, ranging from yellow, to purple, to blue and red. These bulbous plants are grown naturally in pots, in a classic soil, but rich in organic material. Take care of the flowers every day , eliminating the dry ones, keeping them watered and eliminating any parasites, huge enemies of the plants. Aloe Vera and Philodendron Aloe is the classic bath plantwhich grows with little light and which boasts countless benefits. It adapts perfectly to this type of environment, and is perfect for ornamental purposes , but if necessary it can be used by extracting the pulp from the leaves: it has an enormous calming power and perfectly calms burning and various irritations. It is a plant from South Africa and survives very well in high temperatures and rare rains : it therefore loves bright areas, but not excessively. As for irrigation, it is important to water it moderately in summer, while in winter you can suspend everything. The Philodendronand instead among the trendiest bathroom plants ever considering that its leaves have a very particular shape: some are oval, others elongated and even with flowers. Although it comes from areas such as Brazil and Colombia, it is a bath plant that does not like direct light, but rather diffused. Orchidea
The Orchid is a beautiful and delicate flower that adapts perfectly to both modern and ancient environments, thanks to the delicacy that distinguishes it from many other plants. Everyone loves orchids, they are the perfect and most appreciated gift for the most important occasions. The orchid is a bath flower capable of absorbing humidity and maintaining a good level of it is essential for the healthy development of the plant itself. HisRefined flowering loves diffused, but not direct, light, just like most tropical plants. This plant is placed in the bathroom of many homes, both because it is very beautiful and for its function of absorbing humidity : it will always keep the air clean. Kentia
Kentia is a tropical bath plant with a definitely exotic appearance: it is very reminiscent of very distant and paradisiacal places by the sea, due to the shape of its leaves. This palm asks to be exposed in a not too bright place , better with filtered and not direct light. This is why the bathroom is certainly the most suitable location for Kentia. It is good then to use a sandy soil rich in minerals and it should tend to be cultivated in pots. Watering must also be abundant, but the water supply must always be regular and by no means exaggerated; this is to avoid the classic stagnations that tend to rot the roots. In particular, take care to thoroughly wet the stem and leaves. What do you say
This plant could give your bathroom an extra touch of liveliness and a beautiful memory related to the summer holidays. Pothos
Among the bath plants the Pothosand certainly the most ornamental. We are talking about an evergreen that is widely grown in an apartment and that survives peacefully even in conditions in which other plants would allow themselves to die. It boasts an always very prosperous growth and can be used in different ways: from decombing, climbing or tying it to beams making the environment very suggestive. Furthermore, studies have shown that it is perfectly capable of absorbing many impurities and keeping the air clean. In addition, this species does not require too much attention: you knew that you can leave it in a corner, without too much light and too much water without it spoiling
Almost by magic, your plant will be as beautiful as it was just purchased. However, always prefer a fairly bright area, but not affected by direct sunlight and water regularly, paying attention to the risk of stagnation. Dracena
Even the Dracena is not too demanding a plant and very simple to care for and maintain over time; and the perfect bath plant to purify the air of bacteria and harmful substances. It boasts very beautiful and elegant foliage that needs to be placed in a well-lit location to thrive and it is good to avoid getting caught in the middle of strong drafts. It is a perfect plant to decorate the home environment and it is advisable to move it outside during the summer period. Keep in mind that the Dracenait suffers a lot from the cold and it is therefore essential to keep the temperature under control; however, it avoids an extremely hot and too dry environment, even though it resists drought. In this case it is advisable to water the soil constantly, but still keep it well hydrated with the aid of special vaporizers : the foliage, if grown in a dry climate, tends to dry out mostly at the tip. Plants to choose for a windowless bathroom
To grow the bathroom plants you just read about, it is advisable that the environment has at least one window, so that you can ensure prosperous growth. In some homes, however, the bathroom may not have any window and therefore cultivate onetropical plant could certainly be a bit more complicated. Not for this you will have to give up having a bathroom embellished and colored by some beautiful flowers: you can opt for medicinal plants for an absolutely green touch. You can hang them from the ceiling to perfume the room and replace them once the effect has worn off. These plant species have a high content of active ingredients and very interesting properties: balsamic, purifying and anti-inflammatory. Turn them with the leaves down and create a romantic and unique atmosphere, truly dreamy.
