2023-11-19 04:00:00
While looking pretty, these plants have wonderful air purifying powers and make a great addition to a home. Claire Mcallister Meteored United States 19/11/2023 05:00 5 min
Recently, we have seen a steady decline in air quality around the world. Smoke from wildfires and air pollution have sometimes made breathing difficult for many. Masks have become common, not only to block germs, but also to filter the air.
This summer, New York City was among the five worst air quality in the world due to wildfire smoke coming from southern Canada. Pollution has become a major problem, leading to a steady decline in air quality in the country.
For this reason, more and more people have turned to air purifiers to protect their families from the harmful effects of poor air quality. However, air purifiers can easily cost you more than $50 for a small model. Most homes would need multiple air purifiers to adequately filter the air.
Fires in Canada: smoke reaches New York and degrades air quality!
Plants, however, are cheaper, looser and look so much better in your home. Plants require a little more maintenance, so it’s important to do your research before going out and purchasing a large number of plants.
Best Houseplants to Purify the Air
According to forbes.com, There are 10 common houseplants that naturally purify the air. How and what they purify varies. Some absorb stale air and emit an abundance of oxygen, while others target toxins in the air.
Toxin absorbers
As part of their natural process of photosynthesis, some plants like to absorb gases from the air that are toxic to humans. The main targets of these plants are formaldehyde, xylene and ammonia. Areca palms, Boston ferns, peace lilies, pothos, snake plants, and spider plants all filter out these harmful toxins.
Did you know that certain houseplants can provide air purifying benefits? Spider plant is a popular choice! Easy to care for & maintain, this is known for filtering toxins from the air. Give it bright, indirect light & water when the soil is somewhat dry. pic.twitter.com/6DyXC2u3mM
— Hoen’s Garden Center & Landscaping (@hoensgardencntr) November 7, 2023
Many oxygen transmitters
Other plants don’t target specific toxins in the air, but provide benefits for your air. Bromeliads, dracaenas, philodendrons and Christmas cacti all emit large amounts of oxygen into the air, which helps you breathe better. Bromeliad in particular is known to release more oxygen during the night, which might be very beneficial for sleep.
The mold has started
If you have a mold spore problem in your space, consider getting an English ivy plant. These plants have the powerful ability to destroy volatile organic compounds present in the air and thus help you breathe better.
Getting the Most Out of Your Natural Air Purifiers
The only downside to plants compared to an air purifying machine is that they are much harder to keep alive. Each houseplant has different sunlight, soil, and watering needs. It is important to do your research before selecting your new filtration system.
It is recommended to keep plants in your bedroom and any other high traffic areas. This will maximize the usefulness of the purifying plants.
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