The Low-Maintenance Indoor Plant That Thrives In Bathrooms With High Humidity

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A fan of moisture-loving plants perfect for the bathroom? Then you know the struggle to keep these beauties happy. Some species are more finicky than others, but all of them grow better when you take their natural habitat into consideration. One such tropical plant is the low-maintenance 'Burle Marx' philodendron (Philodendron 'Burle Marx'). This climbing plant, which is native to the infamously humid jungles of Brazil, quite literally craves moisture. You can keep this pretty cultivar happy by situating it in a bright bathroom where it can bask in the space's naturally high humidity.

'Burle Marx' prefers humidity levels that hover around 80%. However, the humidity levels in most homes average 30% to 50%. While your plant will survive at these levels, it is unlikely to reach its full potential — unless you supplement with a humidifier, pebble tray, or misting, among other tricks. If you notice brown, wilting, or curling leaves, your 'Burle Marx' philodendron likely needs more humidity. This is a beautiful indoor plant that thrives in humid bathrooms. After a shower, your bathroom can temporarily reach humidity levels up to 100%. While the moisture will eventually dissipate, if you keep your 'Burle Marx' in your bathroom, it will reap the benefits of the temporary boost.

Humidity isn't the only condition to pay attention to when growing a 'Burle Marx' philodendron in your bathroom. By and large, this plant is considered easy to care for. However, that doesn't mean it's completely without needs. While the 'Burle Marx' will grow in partial to full shade, it still requires some bright-indirect or filtered sunlight to survive. If your bathroom has even a small window, your plant will love living in the space full time. If you don't have any source of natural light, you won't be able to keep this cultivar in the bathroom forever — at least not without artificial grow lights. Instead, bring your 'Burle Marx' into your bathroom on a rotating schedule so it can get a healthy dose of humidity without missing out on much-needed sunlight.

Consider bringing other moisture-loving houseplants into the bathroom with your potted 'Burle Marx' and group the plants closely together. The plants emit moisture during transpiration, which will naturally maintain a bubble of humidity around the group. Have a big collection and wondering how to keep plants in the bathroom without cluttering countertops? Take advantage of vertical space with plant stands, hanging planters, or pots on shelves. If you have a roomy shower stall, install an Aitatty Four-Tier Tension Pole Corner Shower Caddy for your 'Burle Marx' and other plant babies. You could also mount OtNiap Three-Tier Clear Hanging Window Plant Shelves in your bathroom window. 'Burle Marx' will trail several feet indoors, so place it on the top shelf.