Keeping houseplants is an easy and beautiful way to combat the
presence of pollutants in the air around you.
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| Do you want to get up with a relaxed feeling? |
Certain
indoor plants show the powerful effect of removing harmful substances such as
benzene, ammonia and formaldehyde, according to NASA’s Clean Air Study – the
American aeronautics and aerospace agency have been looking for ways to cleanse
the air in its space stations.
NASA calls
plants “the life-aiding system of nature”. Plants absorb carbon dioxide and
give out oxygen through photosynthesis. In addition, microorganisms in
combination with some of these plants or which are present in the potting soil
are responsible for wonderful cleaning benefits.
Here are 5
indoor plants recommended for you.
Boston fern
Frequently
seen in Singapore and many regions throughout Southeast Asia, the Boston fern
looks delicate, but it actually packs a punch when it comes to cleansing the
air, especially removing formaldehyde. However, this plant needs to be taken
care of regularly that includes being watered daily and fed with fertilizer
weekly.
Orchid
Not only
being famous for a beautiful look of a large variety of markings and colors but
orchids also help the air rid of xylene- a pollutant present in many glues and
paints.
These plants
are ideal to place in the bedrooms because they give off oxygen at night. They
also make an excellent housewarming naturally.
Mother-in-law’s tongue or snake plant
Of course,
you don’t have a desire for your mother-in-law in your bedroom, but thankfully,
this plant provides you a chance to inhale a fresher air during sleep. It
releases oxygen at night that makes your sleep tight and sound.
It is a
perfect fit for any dim corners in your house that need some sprucing up.
Peace Lily
This
flowering plant is another ideal choice for your home. It thrives in shade and
needs moderate watering. Do not hesitate to spend a small investment of energy
and time for the return of the environment without any toxins.
Dracaena
Dracaena comes into different shapes, sizes and
colors such as the red-edged dracaena which can be put on desks. They need a
little maintenance requiring a moderate watering and do fine in a semi-shaded
environment. However, be careful with the leaves because they are toxic to your
beloved pets when eaten.
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