Green plants have become essential decor. They bring freshness, purify the air and instantly transform a room. But behind their lush leaves, some hide a much less glamorous drawback: they can serve as an ideal refuge … cockroaches.
Interior plants that attract cockroaches
All plants are not a problem. But certain varieties, especially those that love humidity, are known to further attract these invasive insects. Among them:
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THE orchids
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THE bromeliaceae
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THE ferns
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THE Monsteras
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THE carnivorous plants
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THE Lucky bamboo
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some Interior shrubs and citrus like lemon tree or mandarinier
To avoid invasion, it is recommended to Watch out watering And never let water stagnate in pots or saucers. Leave to dry the surface of the substrate between two watering and favor effective drainage to limit the wetlands that appeal to the cockroaches.
Plants that naturally push the cockroaches
Good news, some varieties are exactly the opposite. Cockroaches hate certain too powerful smells that disorient them. By placing these plants strategically in your home, you can create a natural barrier.
Among the most effective:
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THE basil
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THE rosemary
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there peppermint
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there lemongrass
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THE bonvy-rose
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THE calendula
Installing these pots near windows, doors or areas at risk is a simple way to limit intrusions, while pleasantly scented your interior.
