Date Published 30 November 2022
The four houseplants that will banish mould and condensation from your home.
Using plants to help keep mould at bay is a practical and natural way to control humidity and moisture in your home
Adding that some plants are simply better at absorbing moisture through leaves.
The beauty of this natural solution is that you will notice an improvement while having beautiful plants to enjoy too.
English ivy
English ivy is a great way to remove airborne mould from humid areas and is excellent for tiny spaces and cramped bathrooms.
These plants need regular watering and should be saturated each time, before letting the soil dry out before watering again.
They also thrive in bright, indirect light and somewhere with airflow.
Peace lillies
The humble Peace Lily is also a great option for dehumidifying damp space, but as with the English ivy it is also extremely toxic for pets.
Peace lilies don't need direct light to thrive and can even grow under fluro lights which means they do well in bathrooms.
Snake plants
Snake plants are one of the best for the job and are hardy and adaptable, making them the perfect plant for beginners.
They prefer a sunny spot and warm temperatures to thrive.
Nasa research suggests these plants also filter household toxins, which mean they keep the air clean as well as stopping mould from being able to grow.
Palms
Palms also absorb moisture through their leaves, and as they have many they are very efficient.
Palm varieties like bamboo palms, lady palms, dwarf date palms and areca palms grow well indoors and are best for sucking up condensation.
