Do feel like you can barely move in your bathroom, let alone have another living thing in there with you? Do you still want to add some fresh green to your bathroom? You are in luck, as there are some plants that are small just like your petite, humid bathroom. The following is a list of the top five miniature plants that also work for the unique high-humidity space of a tiny bathroom. Here are some small plants for small humid bathrooms:
This page may contain affiliate links, meaning I receive commissions for purchases made through those links, at no cost to you. See disclaimer policy for more information.
Rosso Plant
With a name that will make you feel as if you are sipping a delicious red in Tuscany, this beauty is the perfect greenery to have by your side when you drink some wine in your bubble bath. The Rosso plant (Peperomia caperata) is a variety of the Emerald Ripple Radiator Plant that flowers. It has a gorgeous red underside and deep grooves on its deep green topside on all of its leaves. What a way to add a touch of style and color! These tiny fellas love humidity — perfect for any bathroom.
Get it delivered to your doorstep by our trusted partner on Amazon.
Rosso Plant Stats:
- Light Preference: Bright, Indirect Light to Partial Shade
- Temperature Preference: 55 to 75 degrees
- How often to water: Allow soil to slightly dry between watering, Approx. every 7-10 days
- How often to Fertilize: Every 2 months
- Pet Friendliness: Non-Toxic to Dogs and Cats
- Size: 8 inches
Baby Rubber Plant
The Baby Rubber Plant (Peperomia obtusifolia) really is as cute as the name makes it sound. Its glossy leaves are usually a deep, rich green — beautiful on its own. However new varietals have an even more stunning marbled effect. The leaves expand and contract based on how much water it has. If you see your leaves shriveled up — time for some water-love for this fella. A good example of small plants for small humid bathrooms.
Get it delivered to your doorstep by our trusted partner, The Sill.
Baby Rubber Plant:
- Light Preference: Bright Light — Leaves lose marbled effect in low light
- Temperature Preference: 65 to 75 degrees
- How often to water: Keep soil lightly moist, Allow soil to slightly dry between watering,
- How often to Fertilize: Every 2 weeks
- Pet Friendliness: Non-Toxic to Dogs and Cats
- Size: 10 inches
Air Plants
There are over 650 different types of Air Plants. So instead of talking about all them, we are going to concentrate on the Upright Air Plant (Tillandsia stricta). This perennial beauty is native to Venezuela, Trinidad, Guyana, Suriname, Brazil, Paraguay, Uruguay, northern Argentina. Even though the flowers on the Upright Air Plant only last for one day (yes, you read that right), the colorful leaves below can last for three months. While some air plants are not meant for humidity, this one loves it. As an air plant, do not put this fella in soil and make sure to water by completely submerging it.
Get it delivered to your doorstep by our trusted partner, The Sill.
Upright Air Plant Stats:
- Light Preference: Bright Filtered Light (like through a sheer curtain)
- Temperature Preference: 50 to 90 degrees
- How often to water: Water once or twice a week by submerging in water for 30 minutes, shake off excess after done
- How often to Fertilize: Never
- Pet Friendliness: Not Known
- Size: 4 to 10 inches
Friendship Plant
Talk about texture! The fuzzy leaves of the Friendship Plant (Pilea involucrata) add a little intrigue to any bathroom. With its deep veins, serrated sides, and velvety texture; it really is a stunning little fella. It comes in usually around only six inches but has gotten up to twelve inches. Still a size that is perfect for a small room. Even better, it loves humidity and is pretty low-maintenance — perfect for the bathroom. Fun fact: it gets its name from being easy to propagate and give to friends. So, pass it on!
Get it delivered to your doorstep by our trusted partner on Amazon.
Friendship Plant Stats:
- Light Preference: Bright, Indirect Light
- Temperature Preference: 65 to 75 degrees
- How often to water: Keep soil moist but never let it get soggy
- How often to Fertilize: Every 2 weeks
- Pet Friendliness: Non-toxic to dogs and cats
- Size: Up to 12 inches, usually around 6 inches
Nerve Plants
The Nerve Plant (Fittonia verschaffeltii) has eye-popping veins that can seem like nerves. Not only is the most common silvery-white colored veins eye-catching, but the variants (pink, green, white) are even more stunning. This tiny plant adds character and also loves humidity — perfect for any stylish bathroom. It is finale of the classic examples of small plants for small humid bathrooms.
Get it delivered to your doorstep by our trusted partner on Amazon.
Nerve Plant Stats:
- Light Preference: Bright, Indirect Light
- Temperature Preference: 60 to 80 degrees
- How often to water: Keep soil moist but never let it get soggy
- How often to Fertilize: Weekly
- Pet Friendliness: Non-toxic to dogs and cats
- Size: Up to 6 inches
