7 types of indoor plants that are beneficial to health
Snake plants, aloe vera, ivy, lemongrass, and gerbera daisies help purify the air and balance the humidity of the living space, according to Organic Life.
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The Kalanchoe plant is an easy-to-grow, easy-to-care-for ornamental plant that does not require much watering and can be placed in a place with lots of light. This plant stores water in its leaves and stems and has the effect of regulating the air in the home or office, making it suitable for planting in dry, airy places. Placing a pot of this plant on your desk adds color and a fresh feeling. |
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Lemon, tangerine, and kumquat trees are ideal choices for growing indoors. When the tree blooms, the pleasant, refreshing scent helps you relax. These fruit-bearing plants rich in vitamin C also have the ability to absorb moisture, the leaves have medicinal properties, and the ability to kill bacteria, limiting flies and mosquitoes in the environment around the tree. The tree grows well in an environment with lots of light, watered regularly, and kept the soil dry and airy. |
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The white sail plant can filter out the VOC benzene, a carcinogen found in paints, polishes, and furniture waxes. This pretty flower not only absorbs moisture, but also balances the air and kills mold cells in the house. This is one of the few air-purifying plants that has flowers, making it a good choice to beautify your living space. Note that this plant can be toxic to pets, so be careful with it if you have parrots or other pets in the house. |
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The snake plant is known as a plant for the bedroom, it produces clean O2 for the family at night, absorbing CO2, a reversal of the oxygen synthesis process of most plants. The snake plant grows in low light conditions and requires little water, so it is suitable for many corners of the house, can be placed next to printer and photocopier areas in the office to help clean the air. An advantage is that the appearance of this single, hard leaf plant also symbolizes strength, easy to apply when used in decoration. |
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The pothos plant, scientifically known as Scindapsus aures, tops the list of plants that can remove formaldehyde, carbon monoxide and benzene from the air. The plant lives long and grows and reproduces quickly. The plant refreshes the living space, so placing it next to electronic devices will absorb radioactive substances emitted from computers, televisions, printers, etc. |
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Aloe vera, scientifically known as Aloe vera, is popular for its beauty, food, and medicinal uses, but its air-purifying function is still relatively unknown. In particular, aloe vera plants can also display the amount of air pollution that exceeds the allowable level through brown spots on the plant stem. |
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English ivy, listed by NASA as one of the best air purifiers, is known for its ability to clean the air and remove chemicals from the environment. This slender, soft plant is very effective in cleaning the air and cooling the space. |