Bathrooms often present challenging conditions for plants with low light, high humidity, and fluctuating temperatures.
However, several varieties can not only survive but thrive in these environments.
Here are 11 plants perfectly suited for your bathroom:
Lucky Bamboo (Dracaena)
This stylish plant isn’t bamboo but a type of dracaena.
It can grow in just pebbles and water, making it low-maintenance.
Lucky bamboo thrives in medium to bright light, and thanks to its cane-like stalks tops the list of plants for bathrooms with no windows.
Cast Iron Plant (Aspidistra elatior)
With its hardy, lush foliage, this plant earns its robust name.
Cast iron plants excel at tolerating low light levels and infrequent watering, making them ideal plants for bathrooms with no windows.
Their leafy appearance brightens up spaces.
Philodendron
Several Philodendron varieties work well in bathrooms thanks to their ability to adapt to low light.
They have attractive, trailing vines and large leaves.
Proper watering is key for these easy-going plants to flourish in humid conditions.
Pothos (Epipremnum aureum)
One of the most popular houseplants, pothos vines can grow long and lush in bathrooms.
They thrive in bright, indirect light but tolerate low light too.
Let their soil dry between waterings for these hardy plants.
Snake Plant (Sansevieria)
Also called Mother-in-Law’s Tongue, these succulent plants are almost indestructible.
Snake plants can survive low light, humidity, and inconsistent watering.
Their tall, striped leaves add architectural interest.
Chinese Evergreen (Aglaonema)
Prized for their colorful, variegated foliage, Chinese evergreens are undemanding.
They are ideal plants for bathrooms with no windows, only requiring moderate light and water when their soil is partially dry.
ZZ Plant (Zamioculcas zamiifolia)
Extremely tolerant of neglect, ZZ plants can go weeks without water.
Their thick, waxy stems and leaves store water well, helping them endure low humidity.
ZZ plants require little maintenance to thrive.
Boston Fern (Nephrolepis exaltata)
Most ferns struggle indoors, but Boston ferns love bathrooms’ humid air.
Provide them with indirect light and constant moisture for their lush, green fronds. Mist frequently.
Peace Lily (Spathiphyllum)
With its elegant white blooms, the peace lily brings a cheerful touch to bathrooms.
It prefers low to medium light and consistent moisture.
Peace lilies tell you when they need water by drooping.
Orchids
These exotic blooms may seem finicky but make excellent bathroom plants.
Most orchids favor humidity, indirect light, and excellent drainage.
With proper conditions, they’ll reward you with gorgeous flowers.
Begonia
Several begonia varieties flourish in bathrooms’ warm, humid environments.
Their colorful leaves and flowers add lively pops of color.
Provide them with bright, indirect light and allow soil to dry slightly between waterings.
With the right plants selected, your bathroom can become a lush, welcoming oasis. These 11 varieties are up to the challenge of thriving in one of the home’s most unique spaces.
