Do you want to get rid of those damn molds and bad smells that persist in your home? It is true that during the winter season, humidity in the air insidiously settles on the walls. A recurring problem that many people complain about. Do not neglect this inconvenience: humidity in the house is a problem that must be solved as soon as possible, to avoid repercussions on the stability of your interior and on the health of the people who live there. The wonderful thing is that nature always has a solution for every problem.

Did you know, for example, that there are anti-humidity plants, capable of fighting mold on walls, absorbing humidity and purifying the air?

In fact, nature offers us beautiful plants that will silently get rid of all these parasites. They are real dehumidifiers that extract water particles from the air through their leaves. As a bonus, they act as excellent natural air fresheners!

Zoom in on these 7 houseplants that will give your home a lush character, while protecting it from moisture damage!

The Palm trees

Palm trees – Source: spm

Palm trees absorb some of the moisture through their leaves and are great at helping to remove air pollutants in the home, especially formaldehyde. A colorless, flammable gas that develops in an environment at room temperature and is believed to be carcinogenic. As it is present in indoor air, it is often recommended to ventilate the house precisely to avoid being too exposed to it.

The presence of a palm tree will help cleanse the environment and get rid of this toxic substance. Easy to care for, the cane palm is the most recommended species because it can survive in low light conditions and can even grow indoors. Just keep the soil moist all the time.

the peace lily

Peace Lily – Source: spm

By its real name “Spathiphyllum”, this plant is better known as “Peace Lily” or “Moon Flower”. Recognized as a natural air purifier, it has the ability to absorb water particles in the air through its leaves. Elegant, delicate and original, it is distinguished by its magnificent green leaves and its bright white flowers. The advantage is that it requires no maintenance: it needs little sun to bloom and no intensive watering. Thanks to its properties to purify the ambient air, the Peace Lily will help you purify your interior of all environmental pollutants.

boston fern

Boston Fern – Source: spm

The “Nephrolepis exaltata”, more simply called “Boston Fern”, is a plant with a very particular style. It is easily noticed with its drooping and wavy fronds. Shiny, it offers a beautiful decorative show. In addition, this plant only likes indoors and does not resist winter outdoors. It likes to grow in humid areas, so it is very suitable to solve this problem. What’s more, this fern is even considered one of the most decontaminating plants in existence.

Easy to maintain, it requires variable sunlight depending on the time of year, but does well with indirect sunlight inside the house or apartment. Be careful, it is better to keep it out of the sun during the intense summer period, because it risks dying. Much preferring humidity, it will find an ideal corner in the bathroom, for example.

An excellent air humidifier, the Boston Fern will naturally remove toxins and absorb moisture, allowing a pleasant scent to evaporate.

orchids

Orchid – Source: spm

Beautiful to look at, with their elegant and delicate flowers, orchids are often classified as the types of plants that clean the air indoors the most. In fact, they are very useful for improving air quality by providing oxygen and removing chemicals, such as formaldehyde, xylene or toluene, which are widely found in homes and offices.

As a result, they greatly reduce the formation of mold on walls as they acquire nutrients and moisture from the nearby air. They do an excellent job if placed in the bathroom and kitchen, the two environments where the most water vapor is produced in the air. As an added benefit, orchids save us from many ailments caused by inhaling these toxic substances from the air. A few orchids around and you will immediately find an iron energy!

Bromeliads

Bromeliads – Source: spm

Bromeliads are very similar to Tillandsias and belong to the same family. The main difference is that bromeliads can be planted in the ground. They are quite colorful and add a lot of beauty to any room. Known for filtering harmful substances, such as mercury, these plants are also widely used to absorb bad odors and smoke, especially from the kitchen. If you are looking for a true eco-friendly air freshener, this is the houseplant for you!

The spider plant

Spider plant – Source: spm

Spider plants have become very popular as houseplants due to their low maintenance and stunning appearance. What sets them apart from other plants is their ability to survive with very little sunlight.

In addition, Spider Plant removes up to 90% of harmful air pollutants inside the home and absorbs 20% of water particles.

It grows very well in very humid environments. However, it does need some filtered light, so place it in a south or west facing window.

tillandsia

Tillandsia – Source: spm

Aptly named “The Girls of the Air,” Tillandsias are part of the Bromeliaceae family native to South America. With its silvery leaves and unique flowers, this wild plant is a perfect air purifier and an amazing moisture extractor that thrives in room temperature. We recommend you install it in the bathroom, in front of a bright window because it needs plenty of sunlight. There is no need for potting soil or a pot as this plant has no roots. A real treat for interior decoration!

In addition to watering it 2 or 3 times a week, tillandsia depends on the nutrients and humidity from the air that it absorbs with its leaves.