7 Plants that Naturally Absorb Moisture from the Air
During the winter months, most people keep the windows closed to keep out the cold. This helps keep you warm and toasty.
The downside is that this can result in moisture being trapped inside and this could result in your home smelling musty and can allow mold to grow. To combat this, many people run a dehumidifier 24/7 in their homes. But there is a better way. According to Country Living, you can bring houseplants that naturally absorb moisture into your home.
Plants do this through a process called foliar acceptance that absorbs due, fog, and other forms of moisture through their leaves. Here are some of the best houseplants for the job that can help keep your space clean and dry all winter long:
Peace Lilies
Peace lilies are beautiful houseplants that are known for absorbing moisture from the air through their leaves. Peace lilies can be used in most areas of your home, because these hardy plants do not need a lot of sunlight. It is important to keep in mind that peace lilies are toxic if ingested, so it should be strategically placed to keep out of the reach of small children and pets.
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Palms
These plants, like peace lilies, also absorb humidity through their leaves. There are many types of palms that could be great for your home such as bamboo palms, areca psalm, lady’s palms and reed palms. These plants are easy to take care of and can live both in the home or in direct daylight.
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Orchids
Orchids are plants that absorb moisture well, according to Homes and Gardens,. Some of the easiest ones to take care of are moth orchids, and the cool thing is they absorb moisture through their roots. Sometimes people need to increase the humidity around these plants in order for them to grow properly and thrive, which makes them the perfect option if you want to get rid of humidity that is already in your home.
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Ferns
Some ferns can look beautiful potted, and can assist with moisture absorption in your space, as these houseplants are known to absorb water through their leaves, which are called fronds. When caring for them, make sure to put them in medium to bright light, and not in direct sunlight.
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Cacti
Who doesn’t love these easy to care for plants? Cacti can flourish in deserts and barely need any water, according to Country Living. The reason for them not needing much water is they absorb water and moisture from the surrounding air, which makes them the perfect choice for those looking for a natural dehumidifier.
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Spider Plants
hese leafy plants are a great choice if you are looking for a low maintenance plant for your home, according to Country Living. Spider plants are a great way to dehumidify your home and these hardy houseplants thrive in homes without much light, even in shady spots. That’s why they are the perfect natural decor item for bathrooms and kitchens
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Tillandsia
Tillandsia , also known as air plants, absorb everything from the world around them, and can survive on the nutrients of the air they absorb. How’s that for a dehumidifying plant? These plants thrive in sunny spots in your home and may need watering if the leaves become more bowl-shaped.
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