During the cold season, many face the problem – condensation accumulates on windows and molds in bathrooms or other humid rooms begin to grow. However, there is a simple and natural way to reduce moisture at home – to grow plants that reduce moisture. Not only do these plants help control moisture, it also decorates your interior, giving it a sense of vitality and cleanliness.
Why use plants to reduce moisture?
Scientists and gardeners say that the appearance of mold at home is usually caused by excess moisture. Warm rooms such as rooms or kitchen corners, where the air is often stagnated, is particularly sensitive to moisture. Natural plants can help regulate moisture by absorbing excess moisture through the leaves and purifying the air from mold spores. In addition, they contribute to a healthier microclimate that reduces the risk of odors and allergies.
English Lypa (English ivy) reduces moisture
English Lypa is a great choice for small and wet rooms. It is especially suitable for bathrooms, where the air is often stagnated. This plant is characterized by the ability to remove mold spores from the air and easily adapt to moderate moisture conditions. It is best to keep Lypo in a hung pot or on a high shelf to ensure better air circulation and protect the plant from pets because its leaves are poisonous.
Spatifilis (Spathiphyllum)
Spatifil is not only an elegant plant with white flowers, but also perfect for wet rooms. These tropical plants grow well in the shade and absorb excess moisture through the leaves. In addition, spatifil cleans the air and is particularly useful for people suffering from allergies. Like English lypa, spatifil is poisonous to animals, so it is important to choose a safe place for keeping it.
Sansevjera (“Mother-in-law’s tongue”)
Sansevier is extremely resistant and easy to maintain a home flower. Its thick, steep leaf structures effectively absorb moisture and condensate. The plant does not need to be watered frequently – it is enough once every to 2 weeks. Sanseviera also cleans the air from various home toxins, which not only reduces moisture, but also contributes to a healthy microclimate.
How to achieve the best results?
By adding these three plants to the living room, bedroom or bathroom, you can significantly reduce the humidity at home. In addition, they help maintain clean air and give the home aesthetic green accent. It is recommended to choose several premises where moisture is most common, and to build or hang plants so that they can maximize moisture.
Source: RBC.UA
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