How To Get A Botanical Bathroom?
How To Get A Botanical Bathroom?
So what is a ?
The word stems from the science term , which is the science of plant life and a branch of biology. In simple terms a is not only inspired by but incorporates this into the rooms décor. The benefits of having in your are incredible too. From helping with to purifying the air they can really transform your . If you're new to or never been able to keep one alive; stick around and we'll let you know the best to
Which to choose for your ;
A spider is a great choice for a . It's a very hardy plant, making it almost impossible to kill! They like their soil to dry out in between watering, so if you happen to forget to water them for a little while, don't panic. Their beautifully edged leaves grow hanging around their planter, making them perfect for hanging or mounted pots.
It's also a nontoxic plant making it pet friendly. It's a plant that is actually like cat nip to cats... if they eat enough it can cause some mild hallucinogenic effects.
Spider help to remove odours from the air as well as taking out 90% of the formaldehyde from the air. This can be found in many products, cleaning items and the grout between your tiles.
Snake Plant
Otherwise known as Mother-In-Laws tongue this is another undemanding plant making it ideal for a . The plant needs very little attention, so if you're a person who only remembers to water their every so often a is the one to choose.
They thrive in a bright but this isn't essential; they survive just as well in low light. A great air purifier, it can actually increase the amount of oxygen within the room.
Its sturdy leaves grow upwards, requiring little outside of its pot, allowing it to work well on shelves or the floor if you have the room. However, it's worth bearing in mind that this plant is toxic to cats and dogs. So If you have inquisitive pets its best to place these high up or choose something else.
Boston Fern
A Boston ferns natural habitat is in the rainforest, a humid and sun light deprived area. It is used to getting a few drops of water now and then, but always thrives. A recreates the environment the fern thrives in perfectly.
Another plant that is hard to kill as they absorb water from the air, making them ideal for reducing within the home, especially the . This in turn helps to purify the air.
As well as all the other benefits, the is pet friendly and its textured leaves create a wonderful .
Aloe Plant
Whilst this is also a plant that is toxic to cats and dogs it has to be the most giving plant. An aloe plant has thick gently spiky leaves that are filled with a healing gel. The gel inside the leaves can be applied to minor scrapes, burns and bug bites. Often helping with the healing process. Whilst the plant itself helps to improve the air quality of the room in which its placed.
Part of the succulent family it takes in through its leaves meaning it needs very little watering and why it thrives in the of a functioning . Aloe loves the sunlight but not directly as its leaves can burn and turn a little red, so don't pop them on the windowsill.
Orchids
Of all the on this list the Orchid is the neediest, but also the most enchanting. They can live in both non direct and direct light. However, they require much more water if positioned in the latter. Naturally an orchid will lay its roots into a tree rather than the earth so if you want to successfully grow one indoors it will require a pot of special orchid bark soil, but this is easy to get hold of. The dendrobium and Phalaenopsis types of orchid are the easier to care for, so if you're new to try opting for one of these. They're pet friendly too.
Orchids flourish in the hot and steamy atmosphere created in a , which mimics its natural rain home. With elegant blossoms that have a beautiful smell, an orchid can fill your with a spa like aroma and vibe all whilst cleansing the air and producing more oxygen.
Lucky Bamboo
A Lucky is unlike any of the other listed as it doesn't need soil to thrive. Just like a bunch of flowers, a plant prefers a vase or pot filled with water and pebbles. Add some stone or glass pebbles for a decorative look. All it asks is for fresh water weekly.
Lucky is another pet friendly plant, perfect for its preferred floor location. Its branches grow speedily upwards but towards the light. You can tie the branches together to encourage it to grow into specific and it can be preened too. Leaves sprout in various spots on the branches and a sign of a healthy is leaves that grow upwards.
Lucky is up there with the top air purifiers. The leaves help to remove toxins from the air.
With all these facts its hard to see why you wouldn't add some to your . What do you think of this trend? Do you have in your ? We would love to hear if you've felt the health and relief benefits of a .
