In winter we want it to be cozy and warm in the house. Some houseplants don't like this at all. The extremely dry air is very difficult for them. But that doesn't mean you have to do without colorful green in the dark season. In this article you will get to know houseplants that thrive wonderfully even with heated air.
Which houseplants are suitable for heating air?
Houseplants that tolerate heating air well include arched hemp (Sansevieria), elephant ear (Alocasia), zamioculas, cacti, succulents, money trees, Christmas cacti and Schefflera. They can tolerate dry indoor air well and still thrive.
Suitable houseplants for heated rooms
Bow hemp (Sansevieria)
The arched hemp is one of the most robust houseplants ever. It tolerates both high humidity and minimal watering. Watering is only necessary once a week, fertilizer is limited to every four weeks. Nevertheless, the long leaves that grow steeply upwards are a decorative sight.
Elephant ear (Alocasia macrorrhizos)
The elephant ear certainly resembles its namesake. The shape of the large, lush green leaves is reminiscent of an elephant's hearing organs. In addition, the houseplant can grow to a person's height in a suitable location. Just like the pachyderms that roam the African savannahs, the elephant ear can cope with dry air and little water. From July to October even small, white flowers appear between the attractive foliage.
Zamioculas
Zamioculas is a wonderful starter plant. If you accidentally forget to water the houseplant, the care mistake will have no consequences. Since the plant is native to regions where there is often drought, it can survive for weeks without water in this country. This can be recognized by the thick, fleshy leaves, which serve to store moisture. Zamioculas is also used to warm heating air.
Note: Did you know that there are not only plants that tolerate heated air, but also improve the indoor climate. People often catch colds or get headaches because the air in the room is too dry. By releasing moisture, certain houseplants counteract the symptoms.
Final Tips
Also
- Cacti
- Succulents
- Money Trees
- the Christmas cactus
- or the Schefflera
mostly tolerate dry heating air. If you are not sure whether a plant is suitable for this unusual location, it is best to observe its growth. Brown shoot tips are a clear sign of too little moisture. With the right care, almost all houseplants can be grown in warm, dry rooms. In this case, you need to spray them regularly with water.