When we think about Spring cleaning lists we don’t usually think to include “air,” but we should! Here’s an easy way to clean up your breathing space – buy some plants! Common house plants are nature’s air filters, working hard 24/7 to absorb harmful gasses and remove toxins like formaldehyde, benzene, and carbon monoxide from the air we breathe.
Indoor air pollutants such as formaldehyde, VOCs, carbon monoxide, disinfectant phenols and radon can cause headaches, fatigue, allergic reactions and even nervous-system disorders. Studies have shown, however, that common houseplants are one of the most efficient ways to remove toxins and clean up your space. You do need to keep in mind that some plants and plant parts can be toxic and should be kept away from kids and pets.
You can add a few houseplants around your home in common areas where you spend the most time, such as living room, kitchen and bedrooms. Also, if you have a home office you can put them near your workspace.
Beautiful houseplants can also improve the mood of a space. You should choose the best houseplant for each space. Each plant will have its own requirement for light and care.
Here are 18 recommended houseplants:
- Sansevieria (’Mother-in-Law’s Tongue’)
- Dracaena
- Dwarf Date Palm
- Ficus
- Spider Plants
- Butterfly Palm
- Lady Palm
- Rubber Plant
- Boston Fern
- Philodendron
- English Ivy
- Bamboo Palm
- Chinese Evergreen
- Gerbera Daisy
- Dragon Tree
- Peace Lily
- Mass Cane
- Rubber Tree
Houseplants are inexpensive and easy to care for, so next time you are at a garden center, pick up a few of these proven air-cleaners for your home. When you add a few of these houseplants around your home, it might help decrease the frequency of headaches and it will definitely help your overall health. If you’re curious about what type of houseplants would work for your situation, we can help, just call or visit us for more information.
