Get Steamy! These 20+ Plants Will Thrive in Your Bathroom
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Houseplants are growing in popularity, and as we know, they can really liven up a space, so it's no wonder people want to spruce up their bathrooms with an additional touch of green. But before you shop around for some budding options, it's important to keep in mind that not all plants are cut out for your steamy, (sometimes) windowless, and not-so-temperate washroom. In fact, a lot of popular houseplants — like succulents — don't sit well in a moist bathroom. So, what're your options? We've rounded up 20 of the best bathroom plants that thrive in damp, low-lit environments while adding the style you're looking for. Let's have a look!
Air Plants
Even a black thumb can handle Air Plants ($50), as they retrieve their nutrients completely through the air.
Bird’s Nest Fern
The Bird's Nest Fern ($19) thrives in low-light conditions, making it a perfect match for windowless washrooms.
Aloe Vera
The hardy Aloe Vera ($43) can handle just about anything, including your damp bathroom. Bonus: with bathroom moisture, aloe vera plants need very minimal watering!
Boston Fern
The ideal outdoor environment for Boston Fern ($29) is similar to a bathroom: low light, high humidity.
Cast Iron Plant
The resilient Cast Iron Plant ($299) can handle all temperatures and looks good doing it.
Chinese Evergreen
The hard-to-kill Chinese Evergreen ($8) can handle almost all environments but prefers a humid one!
Dieffenbachia
The Dieffenbachia ($29) loves a good misting, which is why you should place it as close as you can to your shower.
Lucky Bamboo
Grow the soil-less Lucky Bamboo ($40) in any light condition!
Madagascar Dragon Tree
Place the cute Madagascar Dragon Tree ($14) next to your toilet to disguise its porcelain throne.
Peace Lily
The Peace Lily ($29) grows best in warm, moist conditions, which is why it will love hanging out next to your bath.
Phalaenopsis Orchid
If you want a bathroom plant with a bloom, try out an Orchid Plant ($25)!
Philodendron Brasil
The tropical Philodendron Brasil ($79) can handle the neglect of your powder room (and looks great on a shelf or sink).
Philodendron Silver
The native environment of Philodendron Silver ($6) is tropical, which is why it loves a steamy washroom!
Pothos
Turn your bathroom into a lush jungle with the fast-growing Pothos ($17).
Pothos Marble Ivy
Let the Pothos Marble Ivy ($7) vines climb your washroom for a true greenhouse feel.
Red Bromeliad
Thanks to hot showers, you'll almost never have to water the Red Bromeliad ($39).
Snake Plant
The Snake Plant ($44) is extremely laid-back and requires very little sunlight, making it a great bathroom plant!
Spider Plant
The adaptable Spider Plant ($35) is extremely hard to kill and can basically survive anywhere!
Staghorn Fern
A Staghorn Fern ($9), or any fern, loves moisture and humidity (aka your steamy shower).
ZZ Zanzibar
The ZZ Zanzibar ($25) can go months without water but gets its (hopefully) daily dose from your warm showers!