Inviting Nature In: The Role of Plants in Indoor Air Purification

The smell of new grass and the nice fragrance of flowers in bloom along with the clean air in the morning make being in nature really enjoyable. Can you picture having this kind of experience right in your house? If you put some indoor plants in your space they can help clean the air and make your home look nice while also being good for your health.

Air pollution can really harm our health in many ways. Indoor air can get messed up by bad chemicals in cleaning products and furniture along with germs and allergens. It is great that nature offers a simple and affordable way to make things look nice inside your home with indoor plants.

Research indicates that some indoor plants can help clean the air by getting rid of harmful substances. A well-known research project by NASA in the late 1980s showed that houseplants might help get rid of indoor pollutants like benzene formaldehyde and trichloroethylene. These chemicals are connected to health issues such as headaches and dizziness along with irritation in the eyes and throat.

Because of this more and more homeowners are starting to use house plants to make the air in their homes better. Some of the top plants for improving the air inside your home include the Spider Plant the English Ivy and the Snake Plant. These indoor plants help clean the air and they don't need much care which makes them great for experienced gardeners and beginners too.

The Spider Plant has pretty leaves that are different colors and it does a great job of cleaning formaldehyde out of the air. Formaldehyde is well known for being released from furniture and building materials and it can make the air inside your home worse.

English Ivy has pretty green leaves that hang down and it can help cut down on tiny bits of poop in the air. It is also recognized for getting rid of formaldehyde.

The Snake Plant which some people call Mother-in-law's Tongue is really good at getting rid of formaldehyde. This chemical is often found in things like cleaning supplies toilet paper and tissues. Also Snake Plants give off oxygen even at night which makes them a great plant to have in your bedroom.

Keep in mind that these houseplants can help clean the air inside your home but they are just one piece of the puzzle when it comes to making the air better. Cleaning your space often is important. You should also make sure there is good airflow and try to reduce things that can make the air dirty. This helps create a healthier place to be.

We are looking for ways to make our homes feel more natural and improve the air quality inside. Adding houseplants to our decor could be a nice and attractive option. Why not try your hand at gardening and think about bringing a bit of nature inside your house?