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Palm Areca Indoor Plant
This product was recommended by Martin Seeley from Mattress Next Day
The Areca Palm is one of the best plants for humid environments. It thrives in moisture and can even tolerate wet conditions. This palm is also known for its ability to purify the air and remove toxins. It is a fast-growing plant that can reach up to 6 feet tall. Areca palms are low maintenance and easy to care for.
Boston Fern
This product was recommended by Matt Teifke from Teifke Real Estate
The Boston fern is a classic houseplant that thrive in humid environments. These beautiful plants can grow up to three feet tall and produce long, cascading fronds. Although they prefer high humidity, Boston ferns will tolerate lower levels as long as they are not allowed to dry out completely.
Lady Palm Rhapis Excelsa
This product was recommended by David Reid from VEM Tooling
The lady palm is an evergreen that needs little in the way of care, and its dense foliage requires little in the way of either direct sunshine or watering. It thrives in strong light but can adjust to growing in low-light environments as well, but more slowly. If the top inch of soil is dry to the touch, it’s time to water your lady palms deeply.
English Ivy
This product was recommended by Derrick Hathaway from VEM-Medical
The English ivy (Hedera helix) requires little maintenance and produces a high return on investment due to its rapid growth rate. Research also indicates that its transpiration rate is among the greatest. It’s a great choice because it can raise relative humidity and eliminate carbon monoxide from the air. This little ivy is perfect for a shady hanging basket. If you give it enough time, it can get as long and luxurious as you like. Maintaining its size can be done easily with selective pruning. Growing English ivy successfully requires full sun and slightly dry soil. Before you water again, ensure sure the earth is nearly dry.
Rubber Plant
This product was recommended by Derrick Hathaway from VEM-Medical
Compared to other tropical houseplants, the rubber plant has very little maintenance. In the same way, that rubber plants have a high transpiration rate and can help purify the air within your home, so can other houseplants. Rubber trees thrive under dappled light. They are hardy enough to survive in chilly weather and arid conditions (perfect for people who tend to kill every plant they bring into the home). It’s best to wait until the soil is dry before watering again. You can reduce watering by 50% in the fall and winter.
Begonias
This product was recommended by Sarah Watton from Proactive Healthcare
Begonias are great for humid areas because they can tolerate high humidity and don’t need a lot of light to survive. They can also handle the water well, so if you live in an area with high humidity prone to flooding, you can plant begonias to help prevent the damage. Begonias require moderate to high humidity levels to bloom and come in various colors and shapes.
Jade Indoor Bonsai Tree
This product was recommended by Jean Bloom from Gardening Faqs
The relative humidity in a space might rise thanks to a jade plant. Since the majority of its evapotranspiration occurs at night, it is a suitable choice for raising humidity throughout the colder seasons of the year. Keep a jade plant in a sunny area, such as close to a south-facing window, to help it thrive. The amount of watering it receives changes according on the season. Its active growing seasons are in the spring and summer, therefore you should deeply water it and then wait until the soil is almost completely dry before watering it again. Growing slows or stops in the fall and winter, so you can wait until the soil is completely dry before watering it once more.
Spider Plant
This product was recommended by Simmi Jones from Cat Food Point
A great plant to have if you live in a humid region is the spider plant. It’s very easy to care for and is highly adaptable. This is why it thrives even in humid climates. They can survive in arid climates but are best suited for humid ones. They absorb water through their leaves. So they’re also great for decreasing humidity inside the house.
Aloe Vera Plant
This product was recommended by Jessica Kats from Soxy
Aloe vera is a multi-purpose plant that grows in all types of climates. Little to no attention is needed for the growth of these air-purifying plants. You just need to water them once or twice every two weeks. It’s perfect for someone who forgets to water their plants often. Don’t forget to keep them in a bright place for optimum growth. Aloe vera improves air circulation while removing pollutants from the atmosphere.
Peace Lily
This product was recommended by Elisa Bender from RevenueGeeks
Peace lilies love the humidity, making them a great plant for regions where the air’s moisture content is high. Still, it’s a little hard to maintain. That’s because many people think that since it loves humidity, it also needs a lot of water. But that’s not the case at all. Peace lilies do not require as much water as you think. In fact, you should only water it once its leaves start dropping a bit. Moreover, peace lilies are root bound. So, there’s no need to repot them unless the roots start taking up too much space.
Golden Pothos
This product was recommended by Jeff Johnson from Simple Homebuyers
Through an experiment by NASA, it was proven that golden pothos can increase humidity. Their transpiration rate is commendable and adds a fresh splash of greenery to a work space. They are also known to boost mood and creativity.
Birds Nest Fern
This product was recommended by Susan Gagnon from Costumes Heaven
This epiphytic plant is one of the best for high humidity conditions, as it is native to the tropical regions of Asia and East Africa. It doesn’t have its own roots. As an epiphyte, it grows on other plants, taking nutrients from the host. Full to partial shade is perfect for Bird’s Nest Fern, as it thrives in low light, making it ideal for indoors. You must not expose it to direct sunlight. Otherwise, it will start to rot and burn, slowly destroying the entire fern.
Snake Plant
This product was recommended by Alex Williams from FInd This Best
Snake plants do relatively well in humidity. These are one of the most commonly sold plants. You can place these plants anywhere in your home, from the bathroom to the living room. Snake plants can survive even in higher humidity levels, and don’t get affected like other houseplants. Moisture is directly related to the growth of snake plants. The lack of humidity will cause damage to its leaf walls. This plant requires less maintenance and can survive even in low light. For a better-looking snake plant, moderate to high sunlight works best.
Orchid
This product was recommended by Vera Kutsenko from Neverland
Orchids will probably be one of the most incredible finds if you live in a humid area. Orchids are more like a god-sent. They require little care and bloom beautifully. Not only do they thrive in humidity, but they also act as stress relievers. They purify the environment and are found to reduce seasonal illnesses. The best part is that they enjoy extremely humid weather and come in various colors. So, choose your orchid in your favorite color and don’t worry about the damp weather at all!
Succulents Plants
This product was recommended by Irene Graham from SPYLIX
These are considered the easiest houseplants to grow as they are more eye-catching than artificial plants. Displaying it will make a perfect look in the home, especially when well-grown in decorative pots.
Zamioculcas Zamiifolia Plant
This product was recommended by Irene Graham from SPYLIX
One of the reasons why this plant is recommended is that it won’t take up much space as it grows slowly and purchasing it will allow you to have a humid environment. In addition, the plant only needs one cup of water a week, which wastes no time.
Golden Pothos
This product was recommended by Diana Cox from The Gardening Talk
Golden pothos is one of the most popular houseplants for many reasons. It looks great indoors, it doesn’t need a lot of attention, and it is easy to grow. Golden pothos helps to regulate the humidity in the home. It uses up moisture in its leaves, so there is less moisture available for the air inside the home. This means that your house will feel drier than usual.
Syngonium
This product was recommended by Diana Cox from The Gardening Talk
Syngonium is very effective in regulating indoors humidity. It absorbs and retains water, then releases it slowly. This provides a pleasing atmosphere that promotes good health. Syngonium is a good choice for humid rooms, such as basements, bathrooms, kitchens, and laundry rooms.
Prayer Plant
This product was recommended by Diana Cox from The Gardening Talk
The prayer plant is native to the South American rainforest. It is called prayer plant because it has been used as an aid in meditation and prayer. It is known to have healing properties and was even used as an ingredient in a health tonic. It is used as a symbol of God’s love for all living things and is often found in church sanctuaries and meditation centers. Prayer plants are easy to grow and can be kept indoors year-round. They can help to regulate humidity levels in the home by absorbing moisture from the air. They also absorb CO2 and help to purify the air in the room.
Corn Plant
This product was recommended by Diana Cox from The Gardening Talk
Corn Plant is a very easy plant to grow indoors. It only requires water once a week and does not need any special treatment. If you are trying to control the humidity in your home, you can try growing corn plant in a large pot filled with pebbles. This will help to regulate the humidity and maintain a steady environment for your indoor houseplants.
Bamboo Plant
This product was recommended by Jason Vishnefske from Santabarbarachocolate
The bamboo palm is one of the best plants for controlling humidity. With their thin, dark green leaves, bamboo palms absorb humidity and thrive in warm conditions. They thrive in medium-to-low light levels, making them excellent houseplants. Putting one or two massive bamboo palms together helps to reduce the air-water content and provides a cool feeling when humidity levels are high. To avoid dry leaves, keep their soil moist, especially in the heat. Their leaves will have a faint shine because of the additional moisture from the high humidity. To get the most benefits, place this houseplant in your kitchen, bathroom, or bedroom, and you will see the difference in humidity within a couple of hours.
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