Bathrooms may seem like a tricky environment for growing houseplants, what with all the fluctuating temperatures and high humidity that come with heavy use. But believe it or not, there are indoor plants that will thrive in this often-humid environment! Some of them will even freshen the air in your bathroom, naturally, while adding living beauty to the space. Scroll for our top 10 humidity-loving plants that are sure to be enjoyed in one of our favorite rooms in the house. Since some bathrooms have windows and some do not, take care to note the amount of light each plant prefers.
Humidity Lovers
10 Houseplants that are Bathroom Beauties
Saintpaulia spp.
#1 African Violet
Remember water these beauties from the bottom, as cold water has a tendency to burn their sensitive leaves (pet friendly dogs & cats per ASPCA.com). This plant will do best in a bathroom that has a window to offer some amount of medium natural light daily.
Shop this plant now: African Violet 4″
Aglaonema spp.
#2 Chinese Evergreen
These plants are an awesome choice with their showy, variegated foliage that flourishes despite being placed in a low-light spot. Being tolerant of low lighting conditions, they’ll continue to show their colors even in bathrooms that lack natural light.
Shop this plant now: Chinese Evergreen ‘Exotic’ 6″
Codiaeum spp.
#3 Croton
Plants in the Croton family are related to the Euphorbia family, and they are recognized by exotic, multi-colored foliage in shades of red, orange, yellow, and green. They are rather attractive when displayed indoors, and they can be placed outside for the summer. These plants really do love to bask in the sun in order to boast their amazing colors, and so they will grow best in bathrooms offering windows and a heavy dose of natural light.
Shop these varieties now: Croton ‘Petra’ 4″, Croton ‘Petra’ 6″
#4 Ferns
Whether you’re talking Boston Fern, Bird’s Nest Fern, or Rabbit’s Foot Fern, all varieties in the Fern family thrive in humidity, as well as bright to medium indirect light (accepting of moderate to high soil moisture). These plants will do best in a bathroom that has a window to offer some amount of medium natural light daily.
Shop these varieties now: Fern ‘Kimberly Queen’ 10″, Macho Fern 10″, Staghorn Fern 12″ Hanging Plaque
Anthurium spp.
#5 Flamingo Flower
The cheerful red, pink, white, or lavender blooms of this plant display happily almost year-round, if given enough light, fertilizer, and moisture to do so. Like Croton above, these plants really do love to bask in the sun in order to bloom, and so they will grow best in bathrooms offering windows and a heavy dose of natural light.
Shop this plant now: Anthurium 5″
Fittonia spp.
#6 Nerve Plant
This plant makes for a sweet, little windowsill or countertop plant with its white, red, or pink veining. It’s people and pet friendly, too (pet friendly dogs & cats per ASPCA.com). Being tolerant of low lighting conditions, they’ll continue to grow even in bathrooms that lack natural light.
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Spathiphyllum spp.
#7 Peace Lily
These easy growers act as a remarkable, natural water meter; they will visibly wilt if too wet or too dry, triggering you to inspect and respond accordingly. They’re also one of the few plants that will amazingly bloom even when placed in a very low-light environment, such as a bathroom with no windows or natural light!
Shop these varieties now: Peace Lily 4″, Peace Lily 6″, Peace Lily ‘Domino’ 6″, Peace Lily 8″, Peace Lily 10″
Epipremnum spp.
#8 Pothos, Devil’s Ivy
‘N Joy’ is an especially great choice in variety for the bathroom, given it is a green-and-white variegated, trailing variety that flourishes in the humidity (prefers moderate to low soil moisture). Being tolerant of low lighting conditions, they’ll continue to thrive even in bathrooms that lack natural light.
Shop these varieties now: Golden Pothos 6″ Hanging Basket, Golden Pothos 8″ Hanging Basket, Pothos ‘Marble Queen’ 6″, Pothos ‘N Joy’ 4″
Maranta spp.
#9 Prayer Plant
When it comes to Prayer Plants, the green variety is more petite with maroon blotches, making it perfect for small, humid spaces (pet friendly dogs & cats per ASPCA.com). Being tolerant of low lighting conditions, they’ll continue to show their colors even in bathrooms that lack natural light.
Shop these varieties now: Prayer Plant ‘Red’ 4″, Prayer Plant ‘Green’ 4″
Chlorophytum spp.
#10 Spider Plant
This classic indoor plant is easy, pet friendly, air purifying, and it works in a challenging bathroom environment. Who could ask for more (pet friendly dogs & cats per ASPCA.com)? Being highly tolerant of low lighting conditions and most any challenging condition, a spider plant will continue to do its thing even in bathrooms that lack windows and natural light.
Shop these varieties now: Spider Plant 6″ Hanging Basket, Spider Plant 8″ Hanging Basket
NEED MORE HELP DECIDING?
At Petitti’s, you’ll find everything from low light, Air Purifying, Pet & People Friendly, Bathroom Beauties and Thirsty Much houseplants to fit your unique environment or interest.
Visit us in store to shop our full selection. All plants are well organized by lighting level or purpose, and signed for your convenience. Plus, our expert staff is available to help you navigate your interests.