Plants are a fantastic addition to any bathroom. Not only do they bring a touch of nature into your space, but they also thrive in the unique environment that bathrooms offer.
The high humidity and often lower light levels can create the perfect conditions for a range of beautiful, low-maintenance plants. When choosing plants for your bathroom, it's important to consider factors like light availability, humidity, and temperature fluctuations.
Unsuitable plants for bathrooms:
Avoid plants that require direct sunlight or struggle with high moisture levels, as they may not thrive in a bathroom setting. Instead, focus on varieties that are known to do well in these conditions.
Some of our favourite bathroom-loving plant groups include:
Monstera Plants
Monstera plants, particularly the popular Monstera Deliciosa (Cheese Plant / Swiss Cheese Plant), are a fantastic choice for bathrooms. Their large, fenestrated leaves add a bold, tropical feel to the space, and they thrive in the high humidity typical of bathrooms. Their resilience and striking appearance make them a go-to plant for anyone looking to create a lush, green bathroom oasis.
Philodendron Houseplants
Philodendrons are another excellent option for bathrooms, known for their easy-care nature and ability to thrive in low light and high humidity. These plants are versatile and come in a variety of shapes and sizes, from trailing vines to upright varieties.
Philodendrons are particularly good for bathrooms as they are resilient to the fluctuating temperatures often found in these spaces. Their lush green leaves add a touch of nature that brightens up any bathroom corner.
Epipremnum Plants
Epipremnum, commonly known as Pothos or Devil’s Ivy, are among the best plants for a bathroom. These plants are incredibly forgiving and can grow in almost any light condition, including low light.
Pothos are perfect for bathrooms as they thrive in humidity. Their trailing vines can be draped over shelves or left to cascade from hanging planters, adding a touch of wild beauty to your bathroom.
Calathea Houseplants
Calatheas are known for their stunning, patterned leaves and love of humidity, making them a top choice for bathroom environments. These plants are sensitive to dry air, so the natural humidity of a bathroom is ideal for them.
Calatheas also prefer indirect light, which makes them suitable for bathrooms with low natural light. With their vibrant, decorative foliage, Calatheas bring an exotic and colourful touch to your bathroom decor.
Alocasia Plants
Alocasias, with their dramatic and exotic leaves, are another group of plants that do well in bathrooms. These plants thrive in high humidity and require a bit more attention, but the payoff is well worth it.
Alocasias, such as the 'Silver Dragon' and 'Zebrina', are known for their striking foliage and can add a sculptural element to your bathroom. They do best in bright, indirect light and should be kept moist but not waterlogged.
If you’re looking for specific houseplants that are humidity-loving and would enjoy living in your bathroom check out our top 12 bathroom plants below…
Epipremnum aureum (Golden Pothos / Devil's Ivy)
Golden Pothos is a fantastic bathroom plant due to its adaptability and low maintenance needs. It thrives in low to bright indirect light and can handle the humidity well.
- Care Difficulty: Easy
- Light Requirements: Low to bright indirect light
- Watering Requirements: Water when the top inch of soil is dry
- Humidity Requirements: Prefers high humidity but is tolerant of average levels
Scindapsus pictus 'Argyraeus' (Satin Pothos)
This variety of Pothos is prized for its beautiful, velvety leaves with silver spots. It’s a great choice for a bathroom with its love for humidity and tolerance for lower light.
- Care Difficulty: Easy
- Light Requirements: Low to medium indirect light
- Watering Requirements: Water when the top inch of soil dries out
- Humidity Requirements: High humidity preferred
Goeppertia rufibarba syn. Calathea rufibarba (Velvet Calathea)
Velvet Calathea's soft, textured leaves make it a striking addition to any bathroom. It thrives in high humidity and prefers indirect light.
- Care Difficulty: Moderate
- Light Requirements: Low to medium indirect light
- Watering Requirements: Keep soil consistently moist but not waterlogged
- Humidity Requirements: High humidity essential
Jewel Orchid
Jewel Orchids are a beautiful and unique choice for bathrooms, known for their stunning foliage and love of high humidity. They are great for adding a touch of elegance.
- Care Difficulty: Moderate
- Light Requirements: Low to medium indirect light
- Watering Requirements: Water when the top layer of soil feels dry
- Humidity Requirements: High humidity preferred
Dypsis lutescens (Areca Palm / Butterfly Palm)
Areca Palm is a larger plant that can transform your bathroom into a tropical oasis. It loves humidity and bright, indirect light.
- Care Difficulty: Moderate
- Light Requirements: Bright, indirect light
- Watering Requirements: Water when the top inch of soil is dry
- Humidity Requirements: High humidity
Monstera Deliciosa (Cheese Plant / Swiss Cheese Plant)
Monstera Deliciosa is a popular choice for bathrooms, thriving in humidity and indirect light. Its iconic leaves add a bold, tropical vibe.
- Care Difficulty: Easy to moderate
- Light Requirements: Bright, indirect light
- Watering Requirements: Water when the top 2 inches of soil are dry
- Humidity Requirements: High humidity
Spathiphyllum 'Pearl Cupido' (Peace Lily)
Peace Lily is a classic bathroom plant, known for its elegant white flowers and air-purifying qualities. It thrives in the low light and high humidity typical of bathrooms.
- Care Difficulty: Easy
- Light Requirements: Low to bright indirect light
- Watering Requirements: Keep soil consistently moist
- Humidity Requirements: High humidity preferred
Philodendron hederaceum syn. Philodendron scandens (Heartleaf / Sweetheart Plant)
The Heartleaf Philodendron is perfect for a bathroom setting with its low light tolerance and love for humidity. Its trailing vines add a lush, green touch.
- Care Difficulty: Easy
- Light Requirements: Low to medium indirect light
- Watering Requirements: Water when the top inch of soil dries out
- Humidity Requirements: High humidity preferred
Alocasia baginda 'Silver Dragon' (Elephant Ear)
'Silver Dragon' is a striking Alocasia variety perfect for a bathroom with its love for humidity and bright, indirect light. Its unique, metallic leaves are a showstopper.
- Care Difficulty: Moderate
- Light Requirements: Bright, indirect light
- Watering Requirements: Keep soil moist, but avoid waterlogging
- Humidity Requirements: High humidity
Alocasia zebrina (Elephant Ear)
'Alocasia zebrina' is another dramatic choice for a bathroom, with its zebra-like stems and large, tropical leaves. It thrives in humidity and indirect light.
- Care Difficulty: Moderate
- Light Requirements: Bright, indirect light
- Watering Requirements: Keep soil moist, but avoid standing water
- Humidity Requirements: High humidity
Goeppertia orbifolia syn. Calathea orbifolia (Prayer Plant)
This Calathea is known for its large, round leaves with stunning stripes, making it a beautiful addition to any bathroom. It thrives in humidity and indirect light.
- Care Difficulty: Moderate
- Light Requirements: Low to medium indirect light
- Watering Requirements: Keep soil consistently moist
- Humidity Requirements: High humidity essential
Maranta leuconeura 'Fascinator' (Tricolour Prayer Plant)
The Tricolour Prayer Plant is an excellent choice for bathrooms with its vibrant, patterned leaves and preference for humid environments.
- Care Difficulty: Moderate
- Light Requirements: Low to medium indirect light
- Watering Requirements: Keep soil consistently moist
- Humidity Requirements: High humidity essential
Whether you’re a seasoned plant parent or just starting your journey, we're here to help you find the best plants for your bathroom. Our selection of plants is curated to inspire and transform your bathroom into a lush, green sanctuary.
At Between Two Thorns, we’re passionate about helping you grow your indoor oasis. Let us be your trusted supplier in building a thriving houseplant collection that will bring joy to your space.
