Bathrooms are a breeding ground for bacteria due to all the steam and moister left behind in the air after a warm shower.
While you should always open your windows to help clear the room after having a wash, it isn’t always enough to stop mould from growing in your bathroom.
But the experts at Plants for all Seasons claims adding a peace lily into the space is all you need to prevent mould from growing on your walls as you wash.
The team says: “Peace lilies are great at removing excess moisture from the air and can help to reduce the growth of mould and mildew. They prefer low to moderate light and should be watered when the soil feels dry to the touch.”
Backing this, TikTok user Gardening with Ish spoke about the “three reasons why peace lilies are perfect for your home”. He said: “The first reason is air quality. They have been known to take in some chemicals slightly dangerous for us.
“They’re brilliant at cleaning the air and making the room a bit fresher. The second reason is its anti-fungal properties. If you have a bit of mould growing by your window, this helps to absorb some of the fungal spores that spread. The third thing is they’re easy to maintain. You want this somewhere with indirect bright light and they only need a little water now and then.”
Commenting on his post, one user said: “I love them! I have eight in my home.” Another user added: “The hours I’ve spent walking around the house with mine trying to find a place where it thrives.” A third user said: “My mum used to have a huge one of these. We called it the “dramatic plant” because it would droop when it hadn’t been watered.”
Another user said: “Ugh, my peace lily is so dramatic. Sometimes it wants to live and sometimes it wants to die and then it finds the will to live again.” Other plants known to remove condensation from the home include Boston ferns, spider plants, English ivy, aloe vera and golden pothos.
A statement from Plants for all Seasons reads: “When selecting plants to help reduce mould and condensation, it’s important to choose plants that are appropriate for your specific environment and lighting conditions. Additionally, it’s important to make sure that the plants are not overwatered, as this can actually contribute to the growth of mould and mildew. Regular cleaning and maintenance of the plants and surrounding areas can also help to reduce the growth of molud and mildew in your home.”
