Air Purifying Plants

Did you know that having indoor plants is good for your health? Plants absorb carbon dioxide, add oxygen to the air, and filter out toxins and pollutants. They aren’t just pretty accents for your home! Houseplants are natural air purifiers! How cool is that?! Indoor plants clean the air and remove toxins!

Best Air Purifying Plants Facts

Now for the facts. All plants purify the air, but some plants are better at it than others. In fact, NASA did a Clean Air Study to identify the plants that are best at removing benzene, formaldehyde, trichloroethylene, xylene, and ammonia from the air in your home. These toxins are thought to be responsible for Sick Building Syndrome so add a plant or two to your office space too. Some plants even absorb mold spores which is great for those of us with allergies and asthma! To get the best air cleaning results NASA recommends having 1 house plant per 100 square feet.

The Peace Lily is one of best air purifying plants. This pretty plant filters and removes the harmful chemicals benzene, formaldehyde, ethylene and ammonia from the air in your home! It also absorbs mold spores. Put a Peace Lily in your bathroom to eliminate mildew! This plant will be happy with the extra humidity in the bathroom and requires only minimal light so it is a win win. Who doesn’t want a cleaner bathroom?

Now this one surprised me. I never thought of these plants as houseplants, but it totally makes sense since these tough and adaptable plants don’t require much sun. Lilyturf, also known as, Liriope is a fabulous air purifying plant. It is extremely adept at removing ammonia and formaldehyde from the air. We have a pretty variegated variety and the more traditional Big Blue Liriope to choose from.

Red Edged Dracaena is a colorful indoor plant that adds a great look to your home or office while improving air quality. This plant can remove pollutants, toxins, and even carcinogens including, formaldehyde, trichloroethylene, xylene, benzene and toluene. This houseplant can help reduce your risk of cancer, asthma, allergies, and auto-immune disorders. Now that is a pretty awesome plant! It also requires minimal care. Just provide a little water when the soil dries out.

The Majesty Palm softens up your living space while keeping the air you breathe healthier. These indoor plants can remove formaldehyde, benzene, and carbon monoxide from the air. Give the Majesty Palm tree a sunny spot in your home and water, and it will thrive. This plant is safe for pets.

Also known as the Australian Sword Fern, the Kimberly Queen Fern is an easy to grow plant that packs an air purifying punch! This houseplant is highly efficient at removing formaldehyde and xylene from the air. It is also a natural humidifier. This fern is similar to the Boston Fern, but its habit is more upright and it doesn’t shed like the Boston Fern does. Keep the soil moist, but not wet. This plant is completely safe for cats and dogs.

Now you have some great options for cleaning the air and beautifying your home! Add some life and beauty to your living space and live a healthier life! Now you know. Indoor air purifying plants that clean the air are vital for your health! Learn more on why gardening is good for your health.

Snake plants are also air purifying plants. They clean toxins out of the air while beautifying your home. The black coral snake plant has clean lines for the modern home. It's easy to grow and only needs to be watered when the soil is dry.

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Air Purifying Plants

Air Purifying Plants