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3. Hairy Chlorophyton
This plant can absorb moisture, but also eliminate toxins in the air, such as formaldehyde and xylene.
Inside a house it needs moderate light: in the shade it can lose its characteristic white stripe and burn if exposed to direct sunlight.
It tolerates water shortages because it stores water in its root system. However, in summer, you should increase its watering frequency. It is the perfect plant to hang over a bathtub.
4. Tillandsia
Like any epiphytic plant, it absorbs moisture from the air, since it is not rooted in the soil, where others manage to extract water or nutrients.
This species grows in rainy areas where sea level is several hundred meters above sea level.
Due to the regions in which it lives, its leaves are covered in trichomes, cells capable of quickly absorbing the water that accumulates on them.
5. Boston Fern
Nephrolepis exaltata is a very popular houseplant, often grown in hanging flower pots
It is suitable for humid and dark places, however, in the home, it absorbs indirect light well. And in addition to having dehumidifying properties, it filters chemical particles present in the air.
6. Mint
This popular aromatic plant is perfect for absorbing moisture. It thrives in humid environments, such as gardens, kitchens, bathrooms, or any other cool place.
Generally, mint tolerates all climatic conditions and can be grown in full sun.
It grows all year round and can also be used as a culinary ingredient or in infusions.
7. Calathea
Native to Brazil and Peru, the calathea is a houseplant or ornamental. Being a wild plant, it requires plenty of humidity to mimic its natural habitat.
When given space, it can grow up to a meter tall with imposing leaves. It will do very well in the bathroom.
