Ten Common Water-Grown Plants to Humidify and Moisten Your Home

Water-grown plants have the following advantages:

First, because water can evaporate freely, in the same environment they play a more obvious role in regulating air humidity than plants grown in potting soil;

Second, water-grown plants eliminate the work of managing potting soil, are clean and hygienic, and are simple to care for;

Third, if you choose plants whose root systems can be exposed to light and pair them with a suitable container, the whole plant can be viewed, fresh and elegant, with higher ornamental value.

Water-grown plants fall into two major categories:

One is aquatic flowers, which grow in water in nature, such as the lotus and water lily we are familiar with; the other is flowers that can be hydroponically grown, which normally grow in soil or a growing medium, such as lucky bamboo and hyacinth. Because indoor light is not abundant enough, the latter category is more suitable for growing. In addition, they have low nutrient requirements and can basically grow in tap water, and some need only a small amount of nutrient solution added.

Below, we introduce the 10 best water-grown plants for the home or office:

Lucky Bamboo

An evergreen upright shrub of the genus Dracaena in the Liliaceae family, very suitable as an indoor water-grown plant. Lucky bamboo has emerald-green leaves and straight stems, round like bamboo. The leaves are ovate with pointed tips, and the leaf stalk base clasps the stem. It is an extremely shade-tolerant plant and still grows well, upright and strong, under low-light conditions. It can be placed indoors for long-term foliage viewing without special care; as long as there is enough water, it will grow vigorously. When growing it hydroponically, cut the lucky bamboo stems into small sections of more than 20 cm as cuttings and insert them into water; as long as 1/3 of the cutting can be submerged in water, it will take root and survive.

Spider Plant

A perennial evergreen herbaceous flowering plant of the Liliaceae family, with clustered, linear leaves that have longitudinal yellow-white stripes at the edges or in the center. In summer and autumn, slender, flexible, drooping stolons emerge from between the leaves, and tender leaves and aerial roots sprout at the tips or nodes, bearing white flowers. Spider plants can be grown indoors in water; they not only purify the air but are also attractive in shape and easy to manage. Dig out a potted spider plant, remove the soil from the roots, cut off old roots and rotten roots, keep the fibrous roots, place it in a container or bottle, add clean water and flower nutrient solution to the bottle, and let the spider plant roots grow submerged in the water.

Pothos

A plant of the genus Philodendron in the Araceae family, belonging to the climbing vine foliage flowering plants. It likes warm, humid environments; the vine can reach several meters long, with aerial roots at the nodes, and the leaves grow larger and larger, alternate, evergreen. The pothos stems are slender and soft, and the leaves are delicate and elegant. Water growing is very simple: make sure to change the water once every 2 to 3 days, with a simple nutrient added. Pothos has high ornamental value; its trailing stems hang down naturally, and it can not only purify the air but also make full use of space, adding lively lines and bright colors to a dull cabinet surface.

Ivy

Of the Araliaceae family, genus Hedera, it is the most ideal variety for indoor and outdoor vertical greening, an evergreen vine with slender, soft branches and aerial roots that can climb onto other objects. The leaves are alternate, triangular-ovate, and the demand for potted plants is increasing day by day. It is a typical shade plant that can grow in full-light environments and grows well under warm, humid climate conditions, but is not cold-tolerant. Water growing is simple, and its vitality is strong.

asparagus fern

Of the Liliaceae family, genus Asparagus, a perennial evergreen herbaceous flowering plant. The stems are slender and weak, and the branches are fine and leaf-like, spreading horizontally. The flowers are small and white. The berries are spherical and black. After the fruit ripens, it presents a scene of dots of red amid dense green, elegant and lovely. The plant is highly shade-tolerant; placed at the bedside or on a desk, it is elegant and refined, a very good indoor flowering plant. Asparagus fern is also an ideal material for accompanying cut flowers. In recent years, water-grown asparagus fern has been successfully developed, and placed indoors it is even more elegant.

Hyacinth

Also known as Dutch hyacinth, it belongs to the Liliaceae family, genus Hyacinthus, a perennial herb with a spherical or flattened-spherical bulb, covered outside with a tunic in purple-blue or white, etc. The leaves are basal, thick and fleshy, strap-shaped and lanceolate. The flower stem emerges from the center of the leaf stem, a raceme, with delicate, colorful, dazzling and fragrant flowers. It likes a sunny, cool and humid environment, and is suitable both for potting and for water growing. When water growing, place its bulb in hydroponic nutrient solution; it looks clean and is highly ornamental!

Dieffenbachia

A plant of the Liliaceae family, with basal leaves that are thick and leathery, oblanceolate, broadly lanceolate or broadly strap-shaped, 10—40 cm long and 2.5—5.5 cm wide, with acute tips and a long narrow base, and fibrous roots at the nodes. The flower stem is short and thick, 4—8 cm long including the inflorescence; the terminal spadix is oblong, with densely borne, sessile, pale yellow, hemispherical flowers. There are rich varieties, including green-leaf and variegated types. It likes shady, humid environments; in summer place it in a shaded spot to avoid strong light. It is a fairly adaptable ornamental flowering plant variety, usually grown as a potted plant for viewing. In recent years, more and more water-grown varieties have appeared, which are not only highly ornamental but can also effectively clean indoor air pollution.

Dracaena

An evergreen shrub of the Agavaceae family. The stem is round and straight, and the leaves are slender; new leaves extend upward and old leaves hang down. The center of the leaf is green, and the edges have purplish-red stripes. It likes high temperatures and high humidity, and is also drought-tolerant and shade-tolerant; water growing is simple, and its appearance is stylish.

Brazilian Wood

Scientific name Dracaena fragrans, also known as Brazilian iron plant, a plant of the genus Dracaena in the Liliaceae family. An evergreen tree with a neat plant shape and upright stems. The leaves are clustered at the top of the stem, 40-90 cm long and 6-10 cm wide, with slightly blunt tips, curved into a bow shape, and with bright yellow or milky white stripes; the leaf margins are bright green and have wavy undulations, with a glossy sheen. The flowers are small, yellow-green, and fragrant. It likes environments with sufficient light, high temperature and high humidity, and is also shade-tolerant and drought-tolerant; it also grows well in bright diffused light and in the relatively dry environment of northern homes. Brazilian wood is mostly propagated by cuttings. As long as conditions such as temperature are suitable, Brazilian wood can grow all year round; it is a world-famous new-generation indoor foliage plant with a graceful, neat plant shape. In recent years, its hydroponic varieties have developed rapidly; as long as enough slow-release fertilizer is provided, it can grow normally. Placed in the living room, study or sitting room, it has elegant, simple style and is highly ornamental.

Gerbera

A perennial herb of the Asteraceae family, with relatively large flower diameter and rich flower colors, blooming all year round. It likes warm, sunny and well-ventilated environments, is a semi-cold-tolerant flowering plant, and likes fertile, loose soil. Gerbera is a very good cut flower variety, lasts a long time in water, is highly ornamental, and is also good at absorbing formaldehyde.

Reminder:

Water growing these plants generally requires no special management. Any container with a certain volume that allows the root system to spread can be used, and a glass container with an open mouth is more favorable for maintaining water quality and root growth. When planting, avoid letting the leaves become submerged in water, so as to prevent rot; place it under suitable lighting conditions, and it will quickly take root; when you notice there is little water, add some water to prevent the roots from drying out; when the water becomes turbid, take out the plant, clean the container, and refill with water. Generally, for water-grown plants, change the water once every three days and apply nutrient solution once; the ratio and amount of nutrient solution depend on the size of the plant.

A Brief Introduction to Several Indoor Humidifying Plants Such as Monstera

Flower and Bonsai Network introduction: Today, the Flower and Bonsai Network editor brings you an article briefly introducing several indoor humidifying plants such as monstera. Let's take a look!

Of the water absorbed by green plants through their roots, apart from a very small portion used to sustain life, the vast majority is released into the air, thus becoming a natural "humidifier." Especially large-leaved plants, plants with strong photosynthesis and hydroponic plants have a significant improving effect on the dry, unventilated indoor environment in winter.

1Monstera

Monstera has the remarkable ability to absorb carbon dioxide at night, and keeping it at home has a certain air-purifying effect. The plant is generally relatively large, with sparse, attractive leaves, and is known for being shade-tolerant; it is suitable for display and embellishment in indoor living rooms and hallways.

Care

1. It fears strong light and scorching sun. Especially sown seedlings and newly rooted cuttings must never be exposed to direct sunlight.

2. When watering, it is better to keep it wet than dry. Keep the potting soil moist but not waterlogged; in winter the leaf transpiration weakens, so the amount of watering should be reduced. In spring and autumn, water once every 2-3 days. In midsummer, water every day and spray water several times.

3. Apply thin fertilizer frequently. Apply fertilizer once every half month during the growing season. At the same time, monstera roots are relatively tender, so avoid applying raw fertilizer and concentrated fertilizer to prevent root burn.

4. It needs tying and shaping. Monstera has thick stems and large leaves; especially when dividing adult plants, a frame should be set up for tying to prevent lodging and deformation. After the shape is set, remove the support. At the same time, after shaping, when the stem-node leaves grow too densely and the branches and vines grow too long, pay attention to pruning the whole plant.

5. As long as you do not eat monstera sap or rub the sap into your eyes or wounds, its toxicity will not harm people.

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Brazilian Wood

A fairly popular indoor large potted flowering plant, belonging to the large-leaved green plant category. Its leaves are thick and large and can transpire more water from the leaves, producing an indoor humidifying effect.

Care

1. Brazilian wood likes high temperature, high humidity and sunlight; if too shaded, the leaf color fades. But it is not tolerant of strong light; especially from May to October, strong light will make the leaves turn yellow and the leaf tips dry up, so a certain amount of shading is needed.

2. In autumn and winter, place it in a lighted spot indoors, and pay attention to spraying water on the leaf surface; the potting soil can be half dry and half wet, as too much watering will cause root rot and scorched leaves. In northern regions, water once every three or four days in spring, summer and autumn.

3. During the growing season, organic fertilizer can be buried at the base of the plant or at the edge of the pot. Spraying leaf fertilizer three or four times a month can promote its growth. The fertilizing period is from May to October each year, and fertilizing stops in winter.

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Syngonium

Syngonium, also called arrowhead vine, can use its broad leaves to raise air humidity and absorb large amounts of formaldehyde and ammonia. The more leaves it has, the stronger its air-filtering, purifying and moisturizing functions.

Care

1. It likes warmth and humidity, fears scorching sun, and is not cold-tolerant; from late October it should be placed in a sunny spot indoors, and the indoor temperature should not be lower than 10°C, otherwise the leaves will turn yellow.

2. In winter, special attention should be paid to keeping the soil and environment at relatively high humidity and temperature so that the leaves can be robust and full and have a good ornamental effect. In summer during the vigorous growth period, it needs sufficient watering to keep the potting soil moist, and increase leaf spraying every day.

3. Syngonium grows relatively fast and needs repotting once a year; during growth, appropriately prune old branches and messy branches.

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Peace Lily

In autumn and winter, the high evaporation rate of the peace lily can produce an invisible humidifying effect, prevent nasal mucosa dryness, and inhibit waste gases exhaled by the human body such as ammonia and acetone; at the same time, it can also filter benzene, trichloroethylene and formaldehyde from the air.

Care

1. The plant is relatively shade-tolerant and can be grown year-round indoors in a spot with bright diffused light. In winter, it is best to give sufficient light conditions, which not only favors deep green leaf color but also helps it overwinter.

2. Keep the potting soil moist, but avoid overwatering. In winter, control watering, and it is appropriate for the potting soil to be slightly moist. In summer and dry seasons, frequently spray water on the leaf surface and sprinkle water on the surrounding ground to provide relatively high air humidity.

3. Peace lily leaves grow quickly, so repot and loosen the soil in time according to its growth. Every year in early spring, or when the plant's branches and leaves are too dense and the ratio of plant to pot is 3:1, it needs to be repotted in time.

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Cactus

Cactus is easy to grow with extensive management, and its unique respiration method can release oxygen at night; while freshening the air, it can make the room feel moist and mild, making it quite suitable for placement in an air-conditioned room.

Care

1. From November to March of the following year is the cactus dormancy period. Place it indoors in a sunny, windproof spot, and when the temperature is above 5°C, it can overwinter safely.

2. Cactus likes strong light and is tolerant of heat, drought and poor soil, with strong vitality. In spring and autumn, watering should follow the principle of "do not water if not dry, and do not overwater." From June to August is the period of vigorous growth; generally water thoroughly once every morning, and supplement water in the evening as needed. When watering, avoid wetting the stem body.

3. During the growing season, apply dilute liquid fertilizer once every 10-15 days, and stop fertilizing after October, otherwise the new growth will be weak and prone to cold damage.

6 Lucky Bamboo

Lucky bamboo can be potted or water-grown, and either way it can release moisture into the room. It is praised as the "humidifier among plants," especially in private bedrooms, where the effect is even more noticeable.

Care

1. Lucky bamboo is suitable for bright diffused light and can survive in indoor spots with a small amount of sunlight. Note that it must not be placed directly where air conditioning blows, to avoid dry leaf tips and leaf margins.

2. When growing hydroponically, note to cut the roots at an angle, and the cut should be smooth to promote rooting. Add water to one third of the bottle; if it is tap water, let it stand for a day before use. Change the water about once every 3 days, do not rotate the bottle within 10 days, and it will root in about half a month.

3. Plain clean water alone is not good for growing lucky bamboo; add 5 to 10 drops of nutrient solution per 500 ml of water, about once a month. After adding nutrient solution, change the water about once every 10 days in winter, spring and autumn, and about once every 5 days in summer.

4. When growing potted lucky bamboo, master humidity and temperature well in management and care. During the growing season, keep the potting soil moist frequently and often spray water on the leaf surface. In winter, the potting soil should not be too damp, but the leaf surface should still be sprayed often, and at the same time pay attention to cold protection. In the peak growing season from May to September, apply granular compound fertilizer 2-3 times per month to keep the leaves green and glossy.

7Areca Palm

Areca palm can evaporate one liter of water per day and is the best natural humidifier. In addition, its green palm leaves have a very effective purifying effect on xylene and formaldehyde.

Care

1. It has weak cold resistance and is very sensitive to low temperatures; the overwintering temperature should be above 10°C. If it is below 5°C, the plant will certainly suffer damage.

2. It fears direct scorching sun; in summer, 50% of the sunlight should be shaded. Even short exposure to the sun can cause the leaves to scorch yellow, and it is very difficult to recover. In winter, place it indoors in a bright spot.

3. Watering should grasp the principle of "dry thoroughly, wet thoroughly." During the growing season, water in time to keep the potting soil moist; in summer during vigorous growth, water twice a day; after late autumn and on rainy days, control watering.

4. When planting, bury it slightly deeper to help new shoots absorb fertilizer. In the vigorous growth period from May to June, apply fertilizer water once every 1-2 weeks. A slow-release compound fertilizer is preferable; stop fertilizing after late autumn.

8 Aloe

Aloe performs photosynthesis during the day and releases oxygen, and at night it can also absorb indoor carbon dioxide, thereby achieving the effect of purifying indoor air. In addition, aloe can also purify 90% of the formaldehyde in one cubic meter of air. Planting a few aloe plants at home is like installing a "biological air freshener," and dust and haze are swept away.

Care

1. Aloe fears cold; below 10 °C it basically stops growing, and below 0 °C the aloe leaf flesh freezes and all wilts and dies.

2. Aloe likes light, is tolerant of partial shade, and fears direct sunlight and excessive shade.

3. Aloe is called "the plant that will not die of drought"; it can be kept dry out of soil for several months without dying. In winter, water once every 15 to 20 days, appropriately increase leaf spraying, water as little as possible, and keep the potting soil dry; in spring and autumn, generally water once every 5 to 7 days, with the watering principle of not watering if not dry, and watering thoroughly if watering; in summer, water once every 2 to 3 days.

4. Aloe needs nitrogen, phosphorus, potassium and some trace elements. Green fermented organic fertilizer can be applied, such as cake fertilizer, chicken manure, compost, etc.

Plant a few pots of humidifying plants

Decorate the room, purify the air

Have a warm, moist winter

Plants with a good humidifying effect on indoor air