Last Updated on October 31, 2021 by Phil
Do you have plants in your bedroom?
If not, you may want to try them out.
That’s because some plants have a certain quality about them that help you sleep. In addition, many are able to let you relax and de-stress as well.
The key is figuring out which plants fit your lifestyle and needs.
Below, you’ll see the best plants for the bedroom.
Benefits of Plants in the Bedroom
So why have plants in your bedroom?
You probably already have a few houseplants in your living room, right?
Well, plants have specific benefits that make it a good idea for you to add them where you sleep. Here are the most important benefits of plants in the bedroom.
- Plants are known for their wonderful fragrance. They not only make your room smell fresher, but also better. Of course, this only works if you and your partner don’t have any allergies to them.
- Help you sleep. Some plants have been shown to help you sleep better. That’s the reason some of them have been used in one form or another as sleep remedies. So, if you have trouble sleeping, adding the right plants can help you fall asleep faster and get a fuller night’s rest.
- Remove toxins from the air. One of the most important benefits of houseplants is their ability to reduce toxins from the air. Air purifying plants get rid of VOCs (volative organice compounds) from the air that are harmful to your lungs and overall health.
- Boost mood, reduce stress and help you relax. The presence of plants has been shown to improve mood and help people be more productive. Their fragrance has also been linked to reducing stress and improving relaxation.
- Add color and life to your bedroom. Finally, adding plants on the floor, shelves or tabletops make everything look better. This is true for your living room as well as your bedroom. They’re color immediately livens up any space.
Best Plants for the Bedroom
Okay, so plants can help you sleep and do a few other cool things as well.
But, it’s important to note that not all plants are well-suited for the dark, cool bedroom environment.
So if you’re wondering which ones you should get, here are the best plants for the bedroom.
Lavender
Lavender is well-known for its relaxing and stress relieving properties.
It also helps you sleep.
These are among the reasons it’s essence is used in man essential oils.
As such, these features make it perfect for helping you shut down and fall asleep at night.
An added plus is that it is fairly low maintenance, making it easy to care for.
That said, lavenders do like receiving direct sunlight.
So, it’s important that they’re placed right besides the window where they can receive enough light.
Interestingly, while its most popular for its many shades of purple, the lavender plant actually comes in many different colors.
These include pink, blue and white.
Parlor Palm
The parlor palm is a well-known houseplant that can liven up any room.
It grows to between 2-6 feet high and up to 3 feet wide.
This makes it the perfect plant if you want to add some nature to your bedroom.
More importantly, they’re okay with cooler environments. This allows them to handle the relatively lower 60-67 degree Fahrenheit that’s the ideal temperature for sleeping.
Similarly, they aren’t fans of bright, direct sunlight, which can burn their leaves. This makes them a good choice for the dimmer lighting most bedrooms have later in the day.
Orchid
The orchid is another beautiful and fragrant flower that you can grow indoors.
While it’s a fairly well-known plant, not many people know that there are more than 30,000 varieties of orchids around.
That said, they’re good bedroom plants because they increase the amount of oxygen in the room come night time. This makes it easier to breathe, which helps you relax and fall asleep.
Orchids tend to like light. But, they prefer indirect light. So, it’s a good idea to avoid the harsher mid-afternoon sun.
They also like high humidity which is one reason why they thrive in bathrooms.
And, depending on the species you get, ideal temperature can vary from 50 to 85 degrees Fahrenheit.
Aloe Vera
The Aloe Vera plant is one of the most well-known in the world.
In part, it’s because it’s commonly found in beauty skin products. As such, you’ve probably heard it mentioned in commercials.
But, what many people don’t know is that is also detoxifies the air you breathe. This makes it one of the best bedroom plants in terms of boosting air quality indoors.
That said, what makes it a popular houseplant is that it’s very easy to take care of.
In some ways, it’s very similar to its fellow succulent the cactus.
You’ve got the thicker green exterior and the small spikes. Although, aloe veras don’t have as much as cacti.
They’re both sun-loving plants that can go weeks without water as well.
This makes it fairly easy to care for them. As long as you place them by the window, there isn’t much else you need to do.
Gardenia
If you prefer flowers over foliage, the gardenia is a good choice.
Gardenias are often found outdoors. But, you can also enjoy them indoors in containers.
The key to growing these lovely plants are sunlight and humidity.
Gardenias require sunlight. And, they like humidity. So, it’s important to put them in a location where they get both.
That said, they’re great for bedrooms because they’re fragrant. More important, their aroma helps you sleep and lowers your stress levels.
Thus, they not only help you relax but also allow you to fall asleep faster while reducing the times you wake up in the middle of the night.
I don’t know about you. But, these benefits are definitely worth the little extra work.
Peace Lily
Peace lilies are both beautiful and easy to care for.
Both are among the reasons why they’re very popular houseplants.
These plants aren’t fussy about the amount of water they get. And, it’s easy to tell when they need watering.
That’s because they start wilting when they’re short on water.
Similarly, they’re okay with low light conditions. This makes them perfect for the bedroom.
That said, it’s still a good idea to position them near the window if your bedroom has one. This helps its lovely white flowers grow.
Finally, peace lilies remove VOCs and other toxins from the air.
But, it’s important to be aware that they’re toxic to humans and animals. As such, keep them away from your kids and pets.
Snake Plant
If you don’t have a lot of space, the snake plant is a good choice.
Unlike most plants that grow outward, this one grows upwards. It’s stiff green, yellow-striped leaves curve upwards while most foliage and flowers expand to the sides.
This allows its leaves to stay within a small floor area.
But, the best thing about the snake plant is that it purifies the air. It’s been shown to remove toxins like xylene, formaldehyde and many more.
Additionally, it also converts carbon dioxide to oxygen during the night time. This increases the amount of breathable air in your bedroom as you sleep.
Chinese Evergreen
The Chinese Evergreen is ideal for beginners, or if you don’t have a lot of time to care for your plant.
It can tolerate a lot of neglect.
And, can withstand harsher conditions.
In short, it doesn’t mind of if it receives very little water, little light or low humidity. It won’t die on you.
But, it’s benefits don’t stop there.
It’s also good for your bedroom because it comes with the ability to purify the air. Thus, it helps clean the air of harmful toxins while you’re at work or as you sleep.
Spider Plant
Here’s another plant that’s named after an animal.
That said, it gets its name from the way it’s leaves dangle outwards much like that of a spider’s legs.
This makes it similar, yet contrasting to the snake plant.
While the both have striped leaves, the spider plant’s are slimmer and curve down and outward. This makes it cover a more space.
But, they’re both very low maintenance and improve indoor air quality.
This gives you the many benefits with little hassle. That’s something a lot of homeowners like with houseplants. And, one of the reasons why the spider plant is a popular one.
Chamomile
You’re probably familiar with Chamomile. That’s because it’s also popular kind of tea.
One of the reasons for this is that the plant has been used for centuries for its medicinal properties.
Among them include helping your sleep, reducing stress and anxiety.
It’s often mistaken for daisies because of their similar white petals and yellow center.
Chamomile works well as a bedroom plant because it enjoys cooler temperatures, which is something most bedrooms have.
It also doesn’t require a lot of sunlight.
Valerian
Valerian has long been used in alternative medicine. This is why you see it as an ingredient in teas, foods and some drinks as well.
It’s sweet scent has been shown to help people fall asleep.
This makes it great for bedrooms, especially if you’re looking to add softer pastel tones.
When growing Valerian indoors, it’s imprtant to make sure it gets a lot of sunlight.
You also need to water it to keep the soil moist. But, be careful not to over water it, which can be harmful for the plant.
Sage
Sage is so commonly used that you’ve come across it in many different things.
Of course, there’s food.
And, they’re also in essential oils as well as teas.
The reason for this is that they’re believed to help many different ailments. These range from skin problems to digestion.
While, not all of these claims have been scientifically verified, we do know that sage works as a sedative. As such, it does help you relax or fall asleep.
This makes them beneficial in the bedroom.
Jasmine
Jasmine is a common scent used in fragrances because it smells good.
What many people don’t know is that the sweet smell that these tiny flowers produce helps you sleep.
As such, they help you fall asleep faster. And, reduce the possibility of waking up in the middle of the night.
This longer, uninterrupted sleep allows your body to rest better.
It also lets you wake up refreshed with more energy in the morning.
Of course, there’s also the advantage of your bedroom always have a lovely aroma.
Passion Flower
Passion flowers are perfect for adding bolder colors to your bedroom. They come in a variety of colors which lets you choose the one that matches your room’s interior.
These include yellow, white, red, purple and blue.
Just as importantly, this plant has been shown to be very effective in reducing anxiety. In fact, a study found it to be more effective than than a well-known anxiety drug.
Additionally, it also relieves common sleep issues.
Altogether, these make is a good bedroom companion if you have sleep problems.
However, it’s important to be aware that passion flowers are full sun plants. As such, they like direct sunlight from the window when grown indoors.
Conclusion
Keeping plants in the bedroom has many benefits.
They’re great for ambience. And, they’ll improve your sleep.
If you’ve been having difficult falling or staying asleep through the night, they’re definitely worth a shot.
Do you have plants in your bedroom?
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