Indoor plants that purify the air in living spaces

by GreeniumIndia India Greenium

Fresh air has become a dream these days. Air pollution is increasing rapidly, and it affects the air quality both outdoors and Indoors. Vehicle factories and power plants produce harmful pollutants, smoke that cause air pollution in major cities.

Masks and other protection can provide relief for some time when we go out, but what about indoor pollution? Air purifiers are also popular for purifying indoor air, but they are very costly. Another simple and environment-friendly option is indoor PLANTS FOR LIVING ROOM.

They not only add greenery to your living space but also enhance aesthetic value to the space. They are a good source of vibrancy and freshness. Some indoor plants, like MARBLE MONEY PLANT, are very helpful to purify the air in the living space.

Areca palm plant

This is one of the easiest palm trees to grow indoors. It not only adds a tropical feeling to your living space but also provides a lighter screened patio and atrium. It is quite popular to brighten up the interiors; it absorbs formaldehyde, benzene and carbon monoxide.

Aloe vera plant

This perennial plant requires plenty of Sunlight. It is known for its healing properties for the body and filters benzene and formaldehyde out of the indoor air.

Orchid

This colourful and vibrant house plant is very catchy and grabs the attention of everyone. Orchids are low maintenance and add beauty to the living space and make the place more vibrant and remove pollutants that come from glue and paint. Please place it in bright light. Small pots with well-drained soil are suitable for orchid plants.

Peace Lily plant

Peace Lily plant has great capability to absorb pollutants from the air, making it a useful indoor plant. Peace Lily not only looks classy and delicate but also can survive in low lighting conditions. It absorbs benzene, formaldehyde, trichloroethylene from the air even in poorly ventilated areas. It is a perfect plant for the kitchen and bathroom as it eliminates mould spores too.

Snake plant

Snake plants remove air pollutants like formaldehyde, carbon monoxide, chloroform benzene, xylene, nitrogen monoxide etc. This plant is a great option for beginners as it needs minimum care air and low maintenance. Place this plant in your bedroom as it emits large amounts of oxygen in the evening.

English IVY

English Ivy is a very easy grow indoor plant. It effectively reduces airborne particles that is why it is known as a perfect air purifying plant for your bathroom or living room. It also helps combat mould levels in the living space. Provide it with four hours of direct sunlight every day and a generous amount of water, and it will provide you with clean, detoxified air as a gift.

Spider plant

Spider plant is a perfect choice for those who are house plant newbies. This is a non-toxic plant that is safe for animals. It effectively removes toxins like xylene, carbon monoxide etc. It is also known to battle with a solvent used in the printing and rubber industries.

Broad lady palm

This plant helps in reducing levels of ammonia that is found in cleaning products. You can grow this plant from seed or a smaller one as it is a bit expensive to buy a fully grown one. The plant is suitable for the bathroom as it is a humidity lover.

Dragon tree

It is a slow-growing plant and effectively fights pollutants like trichloroethylene and xylene. It adds a flash of colour to your living room because of its bright red leaves. Keep this plant in a high ceilings room as it can grow 28 feet tall. And provide it with reasonable Sunlight.

Weeping fig fig

This has been a popular house plant since the Victorian ages. It helps to remove formaldehyde toluene and xylene from the air. It will work as a trustee cleaner for many years, provided it keep it in bright indirect light away from drafts. This is a fussy plant and doesn’t like change.