NASA Study: 12 Air-Cleaning Houseplants That Are Almost Impossible to Kill

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Using space station technology to ensure the safety of your home may be easier than you thought. The National Aeronautics and Space Administration conducted the NASA Clean Air Study to demonstrate the effectiveness of particular plants to purify air.

Now a days air purifying plants have gained special importance in lives of people; reason being, they are the best and cheapest way to keep the indoor atmosphere and ambiance as healthy and environment friendly as possible.

However, there are multiple ways to purify air by using various humidifiers or air purifying tact but the most effective, convenient and economical way-out resides in plants. Hence, people are particularly conscious about having plants indoor after having considered their importance in enlightening one’s mood and as well as in purifying the air in which the residents breathe.

The plants listed below are 12 of the most effective air filters Mother Nature has to offer

Lady Palm

It is another very effective air purifying plant which contributes significantly towards purging the indoor air. Apart from that, it is also very easy to manage plant just like areca palm as it is also pest resistant and grows slowly so you would not be having complaints about it occupying more of your indoor space. Further, this plant can survive easily in a semi sun temperature during summers while in winters the room temperature should not be less than 50 degrees.

Spider Plant

The Spider Plant requires natural light but shouldn’t be exposed directly to the sun. It thrives in moist environments with bi-weekly watering and grows at impressive speeds. Owners prefer to place these plants near the fireplace and kitchen where carbon monoxide may build.

English Ivy

According to NASA, English Ivy is the number one houseplant to grow indoors due to its incredible air filtering abilities. It is the most effective plant when it comes to absorbing formaldehyde, and is even easy to grow. An adaptable plant, it can be hung and perched on the floor and prefers moderate temperatures and medium sunlight.

Golden Pothos

The pothos is a simple yet beautiful, It grows best in cool temperatures and in low levels of sunlight. Able to clear formaldehyde from the air, it’s a beneficial plant to have in your living room or as a hanging plant, as the leaves will grow down in cascading vines.

Garden Mum

In the NASA research, this plant was an air-purifying champion, removing ammonia, benzene, formaldehyde, and xylene from indoor air. Popular and inexpensive at garden stores, they can be planted outside after they’re finished blooming.

Peace Lily

This beautiful flower is a wonderful low-maintenance plant to keep in the home. Peace lilies do well in shade and cooler temperatures, and they can reduce the levels of a number of toxins in the air.

Boston Fern

This lush plant functions really well as a natural air humidifier. While it’s busy adding humidity to the environment it also does a great job eliminating formaldehyde. Its large feathered ferns span as large as 5 feet and allow just a single plant to have a noticeable impact.

Snake plant

A wonderful corner plant, the snake plant can thrive without much light or water. It’s also efficient at absorbing carbon dioxide and releases oxygen during the night (while most plants do during the day), therefore one in the bedroom may help you in experience better sleep.

Dragon Tree

This plant is a widely popular option for office spaces and homes for its attractive look and effective purifying power. It pulls xylene – a chemical released from car exhaust, paints, and cigarettes – from the air with little need for maintenance. It can also be potted together and trained to grow into a braid for visual appeal and added purification.

Bamboo Palm

It is said to be more effective than the above mentioned two plants but it occupies more space and it has the ability to grow up to 6 feet. It is more pest resistant than Areca Palm and is also more effective in removing airborne carbons from the air which pollutes it the most. Hence, they contribute substantially towards purifying air in this way.

Rubber Plant

It is famous for the shape and appearance of its leaves. It is one such plant which can survive into low sun environments as well. However, it requires a bit of light to grow and prosper in right directions. This plant is also renowned in removing ubiquitous chemicals from the air. Apart from that, one thing that you should bear in mind is about the height of this plan as it has the ability to grow up to 8 feet which is greater than the bamboo plant.

Aloe Vera

Not only is the aloe plant readily available to soothe sunburns, stings, or cuts, it can also detoxify the body and is great for purifying the air. Aloe can help clear the air of pollutants found in chemical cleaning products. An intriguing aspect, when the amount of harmful chemicals in the air become excessive, the plant’s leaves will display brown spots.

Reference and sources:

humannhealth, greatist.com, organicgardening

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