Everyone wants to breathe clean, fresh air, especially within the confines of their own home. Surprisingly enough, the key to achieving this might be as simple as choosing the right houseplants. Yes, you heard it right, certain indoor plants can significantly improve the air quality in your home. Let's explore the five best plants that are exceptional air purifiers.
Spider Plant
The Spider Plant, scientifically known as Chlorophytum comosum, is a champion air purifier. This plant is extremely effective in removing formaldehyde, a common volatile organic compound (VOC) present in many household products. With their long, arching leaves that produce oxygen, Spider Plants are a great addition to any indoor space.
Snake Plant
Next up is the Snake Plant, or Sansevieria trifasciata. Snake Plants are renowned for their ability to absorb excessive amounts of carbon monoxide. Moreover, they also filter out other toxins like benzene, formaldehyde, trichloroethylene, and xylene. Most interestingly, Snake Plants continue to produce oxygen at night, making them an excellent choice for bedrooms.
Peace Lily
Peace Lilies, known scientifically as Spathiphyllum wallisii, are beautiful indoor plants that work tirelessly to cleanse the air. They are great for removing ammonia, benzene, formaldehyde and trichloroethylene from the air. Not only do Peace Lilies clean the air, but they also increase humidity and suppress airborne microbes, which can lead to allergies.
Boston Fern
Boston Ferns (Nephrolepis exaltata) are perfect indoor plants for removing indoor air pollutants, particularly formaldehyde, but also xylene and toluene. However, they do require a bit more care and attention, needing a cool place with high humidity and indirect light.
English Ivy
Last but certainly not least, English Ivy (Hedera helix) is renowned for its amazing air-purifying capabilities. It's particularly good at absorbing formaldehyde but also filters out benzene, toluene, and xylene. English Ivy is an easy-to-grow plant that's perfect for hanging baskets or as a climbing plant.
To give you a quick overview, here's a summary table:
In addition to their air-cleaning capabilities, all these plants are also quite easy to care for, making them excellent choices for those who are new to the world of indoor gardening. They not only purify the air but also add a touch of greenery and peace to your living space. With these plants, you can create a healthier, more breathable environment in your home.
