Many of us are aware of the incredible ability of houseplants to influence the climate.

The plants create a comfortable atmosphere, stabilise humidity and saturate the air with oxygen, thus helping young children and people with allergies breathe more peacefully.

Follow these simple rules, and the air in your home will be as clear as the mountain air. You will breathe easily and live healthy.

5 Plants absorbing the air moisture

Spathiphyllum (Peace Lily)

The flower of feminine happiness or white canvas – the plant is thought to bring happiness and love to the house. The spathiphyllum not only absorbs the excess moisture and normalises the climate in the house but also eliminates mould spores. Therefore, the plant feels excellent in the bathroom. It lives best in shade and needs little sunlight to thrive, and is watered approximately once a week.

Coffee tree

The plant ranks as one of the world’s most valuable and widely traded. Of the nearly hundred species, the two most commonly grown species are Coffea arabica (commonly known simply as “Arabica”) and Coffea canephora (known as “Robusta”).

The first fruits appear in the 5th-6th year, so buying an adult plant is best. The coffee tree loves good watering and partial shade. It can absorb excess moisture from the air and feel it with the smell of rain during flowering.

Myrtus (Myrtle)

A symbol of peace and enjoyment. In the past, people believed it was a sacred tree: it gave to the elders, the youth, and the travellers the spirit and cheer. It has been used as a traditional medicine by the Toareg people and nowadays for the treatment of rhinosinusitis. 

Also, it is a common ingredient in the Mediterranean cuisine.  Today, we know that Myrtle not only restores the normal climate in the home but also takes care of your health. The volatiles released from leaves and myrtle flowers kill germs in the air.

Noble Laurel (Laurus Nobilis)

In antiquity, laurel loved herbivorous dinosaurs, which resisted the attack of the predators. In this way, the predators select an easy victim and receive a spice dinner. People consider the laurel a symbol of glory, victory and greatness.

The plant originates in the subtropics, so it loves moist air, partial shade and plenty of warm water. Absorbing the moisture from the air creates a normal climate. Often, the bay leaf is used for seasoning in cooking, especially in the Mediterranean.

Lemon tree (Citrus)

A lemon - plant that is pleasant in every way. During flowering, it feels the air with the aroma of citrus and draws in the excess moisture from the air. The leaves emit a vast number of phytochemicals, sterilising the space around them. The tree loves sunbathing, regular watering and dry soil. All parts of the lemon (juice, peel, leaves) are used in the culinary and medicine all over the world

5 Plants moisturising the air

Cypress (Chamaecyparis)

In Japan, the cypress tree is considered sacred: it is believed that the souls of the dead and gods inhabit it. The evergreen plant refreshes the interior, moisturises the air, fights dust and relieves headaches and migraines. In return for all this, it expects partial shade and regular watering.

Sansiviera (Sansivierieria)

They call it also thin tongue. This plant does fantastic things with the air: it moisturises, generates a tremendous amount of oxygen (by its size) and counteracts the harmful gases emitted from synthetic material. At the same time, it is very easy to care for as it retains moisture in the leaves and doesn’t require heavy watering. Perfectly grows in every corner of the house.

Ficus

The most popular indoor plant, and it is technically a weeping fig. It has many variations, and the most grown at-home plant is the Benjamin Ficus, named after a British botanist.

The Ficus moisturises the air and saturates it with oxygen, neutralises toxins and bacteria and, with its broad leaves, retains dust. However, it might cause some allergies, so before you get one, consult with a specialist. The plant is unpretentious and grows quickly, but doesn’t like current and excessive watering. It loves large semi-shade spaces.

Tsisus (Cissus)

Some call it a potted vine because of the similarity with its leaves. Its behaviour very much reminds of ivy: it is quickly covered with stems and props on the way to light. It adapts to dry air and gradually moisturises it. However, it needs partial shade and regular wet showers.

Kalanchoe

Excellent colourful plant, every species of which looks original. The Kalanchoe is native to Madagascar and feels extremely good in dry air areas. The moisture accumulates in its leaves and regulates the climate of the home. It should not be irrigated, but make sure you keep it in a sunny place.

Increasing or decreasing humidity levels in the home is not difficult and will prove beneficial in the long run. Misting plants, growing them in groups and using water-filled pebble trays are the most popular methods for raising humidity. On the other hand, growing houseplants that absorb moisture will avoid the accumulation of mould and bacteria in your home.