Let’s Talk About…House Plants That Clean Your AiR
Let’s face it, our air quality in most homes and offices is not as clean as we need it to be. I personally have asthma and because of that, I’ve try to improve my air quality by using air purifiers, changing my furnace filter more often and lot of plants. Using these methods, does improve the air quality. My Livingroom air is the best in my house, it is clean, fresh and crisp. It’s like being on a nature walk on a much smaller scale. I have over 60 plants (I won’t disclose the actual amount lol) in there and the air is phenomenal. The plants cleanse harmful toxins and chemicals from the air and they affect your health in a positive way.
Typically, the air we breathe indoors is stagnant, and toxins build up and they can’t escape because homes or buildings are closed up without outside airflow. The toxins that are mostly found in buildings and homes are benzene, formaldehyde, acetone, chloroform, just to name a few. There is a simple yet satisfying solution to that issue…..just buy a few air purifying houseplants! I promise that you won’t regret it. Not only do they improve your air quality, they are esthetically pleasing and create a beautiful backdrop to your home furnshings. There are numerous house plants that can absorb the pollutants in the air. Below I’ve composed a small list of houseplants that you can benefits from.
What types of air purifying plants should I get for my home or office? Here are a few options, in no particular order:
English Ivy-This plant is great at reducing airborne fecal particles which makes it the perfect air purifying plant for your bathroom, it can also ivy can also help reduce mold levels in your home.
Spider Plant-This plant reduces toxins including carbon monoxide and xylene.
Snake plant-By simply placing this plant in your bedroom, it can offer a good night’s rest, it releases oxygen at night, helping you to breathe better while sleeping.
Peace Lily- The Peace Lily is one of the top air purifying plants as it can help filter out certain harmful compounds. To keep it thriving, place it in bright, indirect light.
Golden Pothos- Devil's Ivy will thrive anywhere, they prefer brighter spots in the home. They also love moisture, so make brilliant bathroom plants.
Chinese Evergreen- This tropical plant is proven to be an effective cleanser of formaldehyde and benzene, found in detergents and cosmetics, perfect for a bathrooms.
Aloe Vera- Mostly used to soothe any kitchen burns, this succulent will be purifying the air of formaldehyde and benzene, found in varnishes, floor finishes, and detergents.
Now that you have the details….which plants are you planning on purchasing? Your air quality depends on it. Let me know. See you next blog!
Be safe and buy more plants,
Chani
Variegated Peace Lily