Adding plants to your interior space will enliven it, create warmth and ambiance, and, as it turns out, improve your home or office’s air quality as well. NASA discovered in 1989 that many types of plants have the ability to purify air naturally, especially in enclosed spaces with little airflow. Toxins and pollution get trapped indoors. The more air purifying plants you add to your setting, the easier it will be to breathe.
Here are 5 indoor plants that will help your Champaign County home’s air quality.
- Chrysanthemums
A beautiful chrysanthemum is an excellent air-purifying plant. These eye-catching plants can remove ammonia and other toxins from the air. This plant is a powerful air purifier, but it only does so for approximately six weeks while its flowers bloom. Your home will look beautiful with chrysanthemums, which are available in many different shades. It is important to keep these plants away from children and pets, however, since they are toxic.
- Rubber Plants
The rubber plant originated in India, where it is known as a tropical evergreen. Bright light, moderate watering, and moist soil are good conditions for these plants. Rubber plants aren’t particularly high-maintenance, but they are toxic, so be sure to keep them away from young children and pets. Rubber plants are adept at removing toxins like formaldehyde and carbon monoxide from the air. With their rich “rubbery” foliage, these plants make charming accents to any home or office. If your plant gets dusty, just wipe them clean with a clean sponge.
- Spider Plants
An interior space with spider plants will look colorful and charming. These plants look terrific in hanging baskets or tall containers where their foliage can hang over the basket’s rim for an eye-catching display. There are many reasons why spider plants are such great additions to homes, including the fact that they don’t require much care. Two to three times a week is all that these plants need to be watered. Spider plants are also non-toxic, so you can keep them in spaces with kids and pets.
- English Ivy
A favorite houseplant is English ivy. It can be trained to grow into a variety of shapes, adding a pleasant green touch to any setting. Although English ivy is beautiful to look at, it is also extremely efficient at removing toxins from the air. Furthermore, it can grow both in full sun and in full shade. The air in your home can be purified for years by this plant, if it is cared for properly.
- Kimberly Queen Fern
The elegant Kimberly Queen fern will add a regal touch to your interior space. This fern has an upright growth habit that makes it perfect for growing in your favorite pot. Ideal for removing toxins like formaldehyde from your home, this fern is also dubbed as a natural humidifier, owing to its high transpiration rate. This plant requires routine watering and humus-rich potting soil. Simply remove discolored fronds to keep this fern looking its best. If your fern looks like it needs perking up, try misting it with your spray bottle.
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