It is not only the outdoor air that can do you harm, the air you breathe in your house or workplace is also very important. And of course the ones that suffer the most are the young ones who spend most of their time inside the house. And sometimes the indoor air can be much more polluted then outside and it can lead to asthma, headaches, allergies, hormone imbalances and other health problems.
Is this what you use on a daily bas inside your house?
- cleaning products
- makeup
- carpets
- synthetic fragrances
- smoking
- Dust
- mold
- dry cleaned clothes
- furniture
- paints
- computers
They are all polluting your air and making it toxic to breathe. The good news is that you can protetct yourself with filtering the air you breath with plants.
Plants filter air by removing formaldehyde, benzene, carbon monoxide and trichloroethylene.
Best Plants to Grow Indoors for Air Purification
Areca Palm
The Areca Palm is one of the most popular plants. It is suitable for the indoor environment; it releases a large amount of moisture into the air. The Areca Palm is rated among the most effective houseplants at removing indoor toxins. It removes CO2 and converts it into oxygen. Ideally, you will need about four shoulder-high plants per person…. Make sure to wipe the leaves every day.
Mother-in-law’s Tongue
Snake or Mother-in-law’s Tongue is also a very common plant. It is also known as “the bedroom plant” as it converts CO2 into oxygen during the night. The plant also filters formaldehyde, trichloroethylene, xylene, toluene and benzene from the air . You would need six to eight waist-high plants per person.
Gerbera Jamesonii (Gerbera Daisy)
The Gerbera Daisy is a well known decorative plant. It is not only very pretty, but it’s air filtering properties are impressive. It is effective at removing benzene and trichloroethylene from the air. Like Mother-in-law’s Tongue, this plant continues releasing oxygen all through the night to help you breath and sleep better. If you suffer from asthma this plant is a great fit for you.
NASA suggests that you maintain 15 plants for a 2,000 square-foot home. Besides using these plants to remove indoor toxins, you still need to take the necessary steps to reduce the amount of toxic chemicals you bring in your home.
Source : livingtraditionally.com
