When it comes to bathroom decor, adding plants may not be your first instinct — but plants that absorb humidity can do double duty as decor pieces and natural dehumidifiers. Whether your bathroom has lots of light to work with or very little, these are 15 of the best plants that absorb humidity in the bathroom.
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15 House Plants That Help Reduce Humidity in the Bathroom
October 17, 2020
When it comes to bathroom decor, adding plants may not be your first instinct — but plants that absorb humidity can do double duty as decor pieces and natural dehumidifiers. Whether your bathroom has lots of light to work with or very little, these are 15 of the best plants that absorb humidity in the bathroom.
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Fiddle-Leaf Figs Love Humidity
1/15Fiddle-Leaf Figs Love Humidity
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<a href="https://www.slice.ca/20-awesome-medicinal-plants-native-to-canada/" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">Native</a> to West Africa, the Instagram-famous fiddle-leaf fig (or ficus lyrata) makes for great decor, as <em>Property Brothers</em> <a href="https://www.hgtv.ca/home-tours/photos/fine-finishes-eclectic-art-modern-boho-home-1923589/#currentSlide=14" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">Jonathan and Drew Scott</a> know well. This plant is a bit of a diva. Fiddles like to dry out a little between thorough waterings, and thrive when given the occasional humidity boost. If your bathroom has a large window or skylight with bright, indirect light, fiddle-leaf figs will really enjoy the humidity of a bathroom. <br><br> Related: <a href="https://www.hgtv.ca/bathrooms/photos/bathroom-ideas-that-will-leave-you-in-a-state-of-total-bliss-1941925/" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">Who Needs the Spa? 15 Bathroom Ideas That'll Leave You in a State of Total Bliss</a>Green Living15 House Plants That Help Reduce Humidity in the BathroomFiddle-Leaf Figs Love Humidity
PHOTO 1 of 15READ LESS -<a href="https://www.slice.ca/20-awesome-medicinal-plants-native-to-canada/" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">Native</a> to West Africa, the Instagram-famous fiddle-leaf fig (or ficus lyrata) makes for great decor, as <em>Property Brothers</em> <a href="https://www.hgtv.ca/home-tours/photos/fine-finishes-eclectic-art-modern-boho-home-1923589/#currentSlide=14" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">Jonathan and Drew Scott</a> know well. This plant is a bit of a diva. Fiddles like to dry out a little between thorough waterings, and thrive when given the occasional humidity boost. If your bathroom has a large window or skylight with bright, indirect light, fiddle-leaf figs will really enjoy the humidity of a bathroom. <br><br> Related: <a href="https://www.hgtv.ca/bathrooms/photos/bathroom-ideas-that-will-leave-you-in-a-state-of-total-bliss-1941925/" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">Who Needs the Spa? 15 Bathroom Ideas That'll Leave You in a State of Total Bliss</a>Photo Credit: HGTV Canada
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Boston Ferns are Great Shower Plants
2/15Boston Ferns are Great Shower Plants
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Ferns, like this big Boston fern, get a reputation for being hard to care for — with good reason. Without a healthy dose of humidity, ferns are likely to crisp right up. However, it's for this reason that ferns make for great shower plants, as they absorb the warm humidity through their leaves like a natural dehumidifier. <br><br> Related: <a href="https://www.hgtv.ca/green-living/photos/most-high-maintenance-plants-1933243/" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">These Are the 20 Most High-Maintenance Plants – Can You Handle Them?</a>Green Living15 House Plants That Help Reduce Humidity in the BathroomBoston Ferns are Great Shower Plants
PHOTO 2 of 15READ LESS -Ferns, like this big Boston fern, get a reputation for being hard to care for — with good reason. Without a healthy dose of humidity, ferns are likely to crisp right up. However, it's for this reason that ferns make for great shower plants, as they absorb the warm humidity through their leaves like a natural dehumidifier. <br><br> Related: <a href="https://www.hgtv.ca/green-living/photos/most-high-maintenance-plants-1933243/" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">These Are the 20 Most High-Maintenance Plants – Can You Handle Them?</a>Photo Credit: Getty Images
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Pothos Make the Best House Plants
3/15Pothos Make the Best House Plants
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Pothos of all varieties are classic house plants for a reason: they’re incredibly hardy and tolerate a variety of growing conditions — including the humidity of a shower. This makes them a great choice to help absorb some of the humidity in a bathroom. <br><br> Related: <a href="https://www.hgtv.ca/green-living/photos/easy-to-care-for-indoor-plants-1926218/" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">21 Easy-to-Care-for Indoor Plants That Go Beyond Succulents</a>Green Living15 House Plants That Help Reduce Humidity in the BathroomPothos Make the Best House Plants
PHOTO 3 of 15READ LESS -Pothos of all varieties are classic house plants for a reason: they’re incredibly hardy and tolerate a variety of growing conditions — including the humidity of a shower. This makes them a great choice to help absorb some of the humidity in a bathroom. <br><br> Related: <a href="https://www.hgtv.ca/green-living/photos/easy-to-care-for-indoor-plants-1926218/" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">21 Easy-to-Care-for Indoor Plants That Go Beyond Succulents</a>Photo Credit: Unsplash
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Palm Plants Love a Sunny, Humid Bathroom
4/15Palm Plants Love a Sunny, Humid Bathroom
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The light and humidity of a sunny bathroom are perfect for a palm plant. Palms bring tropical vibes, but — like ferns — they’re quick to get crispy without a healthy dose of humidity. Turn your bathroom into a spa-like oasis with a palm plant to help decrease the humidity of the space. <br><br> Related: <a href="https://www.hgtv.ca/green-living/photos/luckiest-plants-for-your-home-1942064/" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">Over 2020? Here Are the 15 Luckiest Plants for Your Home</a>Green Living15 House Plants That Help Reduce Humidity in the BathroomPalm Plants Love a Sunny, Humid Bathroom
PHOTO 4 of 15READ LESS -The light and humidity of a sunny bathroom are perfect for a palm plant. Palms bring tropical vibes, but — like ferns — they’re quick to get crispy without a healthy dose of humidity. Turn your bathroom into a spa-like oasis with a palm plant to help decrease the humidity of the space. <br><br> Related: <a href="https://www.hgtv.ca/green-living/photos/luckiest-plants-for-your-home-1942064/" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">Over 2020? Here Are the 15 Luckiest Plants for Your Home</a>Photo Credit: Unsplash
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Orchids Thrive in High Humidity
5/15Orchids Thrive in High Humidity
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A bright and showy orchid makes for beautiful decor, as <a href="https://www.hgtv.ca/shows/property-brothers/photos/high-end-finishes-renovation-1920757/#currentSlide=5" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">this luxe <em>Property Brothers</em> dining room</a> shows. Although orchids can thrive in many conditions, they love 50 to 70 per cent humidity — which makes them ideal for absorbing some of the humidity of a <a href="https://www.hgtv.ca/green-living/photos/the-best-plant-for-every-room-in-your-home-1906809/#currentSlide=6" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">bathroom</a>.Green Living15 House Plants That Help Reduce Humidity in the BathroomOrchids Thrive in High Humidity
PHOTO 5 of 15READ LESS -A bright and showy orchid makes for beautiful decor, as <a href="https://www.hgtv.ca/shows/property-brothers/photos/high-end-finishes-renovation-1920757/#currentSlide=5" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">this luxe <em>Property Brothers</em> dining room</a> shows. Although orchids can thrive in many conditions, they love 50 to 70 per cent humidity — which makes them ideal for absorbing some of the humidity of a <a href="https://www.hgtv.ca/green-living/photos/the-best-plant-for-every-room-in-your-home-1906809/#currentSlide=6" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">bathroom</a>.Photo Credit: HGTV Canada
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Peace Lilies Love Moisture and Humidity
6/15Peace Lilies Love Moisture and Humidity
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With their big, glossy leaves, peace lilies don't just love humidity — they also love to be kept in moist soil. If given the option, opt for a peace lily that's already in bloom to enjoy its gorgeous flowers right away. <br><br> Related: <a href="https://www.hgtv.ca/green-living/photos/the-best-plant-for-every-room-in-your-home-1906809/" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">The Best Plant for Every Room in Your Home</a>Green Living15 House Plants That Help Reduce Humidity in the BathroomPeace Lilies Love Moisture and Humidity
PHOTO 6 of 15READ LESS -With their big, glossy leaves, peace lilies don't just love humidity — they also love to be kept in moist soil. If given the option, opt for a peace lily that's already in bloom to enjoy its gorgeous flowers right away. <br><br> Related: <a href="https://www.hgtv.ca/green-living/photos/the-best-plant-for-every-room-in-your-home-1906809/" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">The Best Plant for Every Room in Your Home</a>Photo Credit: Unsplash
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Air Plants Absorb Moisture Through Their Leaves
7/15Air Plants Absorb Moisture Through Their Leaves
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Air plants, or tillandsias, are unique plants because they don’t grow in soil. Instead, air plants absorb moisture and nutrients through their leaves. These strange and wonderful plants come in many shapes and sizes, with thin wispy leaves, flat curly leaves and everything in between. In addition to the natural humidity of a bathroom, give air plants a soak in a sink filled with water once a week to help keep them happy. <br><br> Related:<a href="https://www.hgtv.ca/green-living/photos/hanging-planters-make-buy-under-75-1940078/" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank"> 15 Hanging Planters You Can Make or Buy for Under $75</a>Green Living15 House Plants That Help Reduce Humidity in the BathroomAir Plants Absorb Moisture Through Their Leaves
PHOTO 7 of 15READ LESS -Air plants, or tillandsias, are unique plants because they don’t grow in soil. Instead, air plants absorb moisture and nutrients through their leaves. These strange and wonderful plants come in many shapes and sizes, with thin wispy leaves, flat curly leaves and everything in between. In addition to the natural humidity of a bathroom, give air plants a soak in a sink filled with water once a week to help keep them happy. <br><br> Related:<a href="https://www.hgtv.ca/green-living/photos/hanging-planters-make-buy-under-75-1940078/" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank"> 15 Hanging Planters You Can Make or Buy for Under $75</a>Photo Credit: Unsplash
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Bromeliads for Brightness
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The bright and colourful bromeliad is a great way to add a splash of colour to your <a href="https://www.hgtv.ca/tags/bathrooms/" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">bathroom</a>. These easygoing plants are in the same family as air plants, but grow in soil. They prefer a moist and humid environment, making them great bathroom plants.Green Living15 House Plants That Help Reduce Humidity in the BathroomBromeliads for Brightness
PHOTO 8 of 15READ LESS -The bright and colourful bromeliad is a great way to add a splash of colour to your <a href="https://www.hgtv.ca/tags/bathrooms/" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">bathroom</a>. These easygoing plants are in the same family as air plants, but grow in soil. They prefer a moist and humid environment, making them great bathroom plants.Photo Credit: Getty Images
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Beginner-Friendly English Ivy
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If you’re new to the plant world, English ivy is easy to care for and thrives in humid environments like bathrooms. This classic plant trails and vines as it grows, which makes it great on a high shelf or climbing up a trellis. <br><br> Related: <a href="https://www.hgtv.ca/green-living/photos/hacks-bring-your-dead-plant-back-to-life-1926974/" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">20 Hacks That Will Bring Your Dead (or Dying) Plant Back to Life</a>Green Living15 House Plants That Help Reduce Humidity in the BathroomBeginner-Friendly English Ivy
PHOTO 9 of 15READ LESS -If you’re new to the plant world, English ivy is easy to care for and thrives in humid environments like bathrooms. This classic plant trails and vines as it grows, which makes it great on a high shelf or climbing up a trellis. <br><br> Related: <a href="https://www.hgtv.ca/green-living/photos/hacks-bring-your-dead-plant-back-to-life-1926974/" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">20 Hacks That Will Bring Your Dead (or Dying) Plant Back to Life</a>Photo Credit: Getty Images
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Snake Plants to Tolerate Many Conditions
10/15Snake Plants to Tolerate Many Conditions
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The snake plant, also known as mother-in-law’s tongue, has a reputation as an indestructible plant. This gorgeous plant thrives with regular watering and bright, indirect light, but it can also tolerate low light and a little neglect. It’s also reputed to have air-filtering properties, which makes it a good choice to help reduce humidity in a bathroom. <br><br> Related: <a href="https://www.hgtv.ca/green-living/photos/indoor-plants-thrive-low-light-1912891/" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">20 Indoor Plants That Thrive on Low Light</a>Green Living15 House Plants That Help Reduce Humidity in the BathroomSnake Plants to Tolerate Many Conditions
PHOTO 10 of 15READ LESS -The snake plant, also known as mother-in-law’s tongue, has a reputation as an indestructible plant. This gorgeous plant thrives with regular watering and bright, indirect light, but it can also tolerate low light and a little neglect. It’s also reputed to have air-filtering properties, which makes it a good choice to help reduce humidity in a bathroom. <br><br> Related: <a href="https://www.hgtv.ca/green-living/photos/indoor-plants-thrive-low-light-1912891/" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">20 Indoor Plants That Thrive on Low Light</a>Photo Credit: Unsplash
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Spider Plants Like Humidity
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Spider plants are another classic houseplant because of how easygoing they are. Not only do they do well in humid environments, happy spider plants will produce little babies that can easily be separated from the mother plant and shared with your friends. <br><br> Related: <a href="https://www.hgtv.ca/green-living/photos/best-online-plant-stores-canada-1939786/" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">Support Local: The Best Online Plant Stores in Canada</a>Green Living15 House Plants That Help Reduce Humidity in the BathroomSpider Plants Like Humidity
PHOTO 11 of 15READ LESS -Spider plants are another classic houseplant because of how easygoing they are. Not only do they do well in humid environments, happy spider plants will produce little babies that can easily be separated from the mother plant and shared with your friends. <br><br> Related: <a href="https://www.hgtv.ca/green-living/photos/best-online-plant-stores-canada-1939786/" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">Support Local: The Best Online Plant Stores in Canada</a>Photo Credit: Unsplash
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Calatheas for Beautiful Foliage
12/15Calatheas for Beautiful Foliage
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The stunning calathea is popular among plant lovers for its stunning and ornate foliage. However, it’s notoriously difficult to care for in dry environments — without adequate humidity, calatheas crisp up and die. But don’t shy away from this plant! In a bathroom, a calathea plant adds a gorgeous splash of colour, and would also be happy to soak up the humidity from baths and showers!Green Living15 House Plants That Help Reduce Humidity in the BathroomCalatheas for Beautiful Foliage
PHOTO 12 of 15READ LESS -The stunning calathea is popular among plant lovers for its stunning and ornate foliage. However, it’s notoriously difficult to care for in dry environments — without adequate humidity, calatheas crisp up and die. But don’t shy away from this plant! In a bathroom, a calathea plant adds a gorgeous splash of colour, and would also be happy to soak up the humidity from baths and showers!Photo Credit: Unsplash
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Birds of Paradise for Tropical Vibes
13/15Birds of Paradise for Tropical Vibes
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Birds of paradise are another ultra-popular decor plant. Often confused for banana plants, these gorgeous tropical plants love to absorb humidity with their big, stunning leaves. <br><br> Related: <a href="https://www.hgtv.ca/decorating/photos/tropical-inspired-room-designs-1937504/" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">10 Tropical-Inspired Room Designs Perfect for the Ultimate Staycation</a>Green Living15 House Plants That Help Reduce Humidity in the BathroomBirds of Paradise for Tropical Vibes
PHOTO 13 of 15READ LESS -Birds of paradise are another ultra-popular decor plant. Often confused for banana plants, these gorgeous tropical plants love to absorb humidity with their big, stunning leaves. <br><br> Related: <a href="https://www.hgtv.ca/decorating/photos/tropical-inspired-room-designs-1937504/" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">10 Tropical-Inspired Room Designs Perfect for the Ultimate Staycation</a>Photo Credit: Getty Images
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The Elephant Ear Plant is Stunning and Unique
14/15The Elephant Ear Plant is Stunning and Unique
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The elephant ear plant, or alocasia polly, is yet another plant that thrives in humid conditions. This stunning plant needs bright, indirect light as well as humidity — so it'll thrive in a bathroom with a skylight or window. <br><br> Related: <a href="https://www.hgtv.ca/bathrooms/photos/modern-shower-ideas-bathroom-masterpiece-1909355/" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">Modern Shower Ideas That Will Turn Your Bathroom Into a Masterpiece</a>Green Living15 House Plants That Help Reduce Humidity in the BathroomThe Elephant Ear Plant is Stunning and Unique
PHOTO 14 of 15READ LESS -The elephant ear plant, or alocasia polly, is yet another plant that thrives in humid conditions. This stunning plant needs bright, indirect light as well as humidity — so it'll thrive in a bathroom with a skylight or window. <br><br> Related: <a href="https://www.hgtv.ca/bathrooms/photos/modern-shower-ideas-bathroom-masterpiece-1909355/" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">Modern Shower Ideas That Will Turn Your Bathroom Into a Masterpiece</a>Photo Credit: Getty Images
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Monstera Deliciosas Love Humidity
15/15Monstera Deliciosas Love Humidity
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Monstera deliciosas are another very popular decor plant for their huge, fenestrated leaves. These easygoing plants thrive in a variety of conditions, but they’re jungle plants naturally, so they'll do well in a humid bathroom environment.Green Living15 House Plants That Help Reduce Humidity in the BathroomMonstera Deliciosas Love Humidity
PHOTO 15 of 15READ LESS -Monstera deliciosas are another very popular decor plant for their huge, fenestrated leaves. These easygoing plants thrive in a variety of conditions, but they’re jungle plants naturally, so they'll do well in a humid bathroom environment.Photo Credit: Unsplash
