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Houseplants are like beautiful leafy housemates that make our homes that little bit cosier, friendlier and prettier, but did you know they can also make it healthier? NASA did some in-depth research that shows this is the case. (You can read the full report here<\/a>)<\/p>\n

Buildings where we live or work can create environments where toxins build up and stagnate in the air and even lead to sick building syndrome, which is when a building becomes a breeding ground for chronic infection. Things like building materials, cleaning products, furniture as well as bacteria mould and even outside pollutants such as car exhausts, and pesticides if you live near farming areas, can collect in poorly ventilated areas in your home or workplace.<\/p>\n

Keeping your air naturally clean with some cheerful green foliage can do wonders for nipping poor health in the bud.<\/p>\n

Common Pollutants:<\/h2>\n

\u2022 Benzene<\/em> is found in cigarette smoke, cleaning products and pesticides
\n\u2022 Formaldehyde<\/em> from paints, solvents and synthetic materials is quite common
\n\u2022 Trichloroethylene<\/em> from solvents
\n\u2022 Xylene<\/em> from varnishes, paints and paint thinners<\/p>\n

Plants are experts at absorbing gas through their leaves, that\u2019s how they breathe and photosynthesise. It\u2019s this talent that makes them a natural technology that can obligingly improve your air quality for you if you pick the right plant and give them some TLC. Not only that, but it has been found that plants in your environment lower stress and tension too.<\/p>\n

Which Plant Where?<\/h2>\n

Bedroom<\/h3>\n

Christmas cactus and gerbera daisy:<\/em> because most plants give off carbon dioxide at night it\u2019s not ideal to have them in your bedroom. These two pot plants give off oxygen at night though, providing you with a breath of fresh, clean air as you sleep. The Gernera Daisy is also fantastic for detoxifying benzene.
\nDendrobium orchid:<\/em> is a delicate zen touch that detoxes formaldehyde, acetone and chloroform from indoor air. Orchids also give off oxygen at night.<\/p>\n

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 Bathroom<\/h3>\n

Boston fern<\/em> loves the humidity you\u2019ll find in a bathroom, is an excellent performer in the air detox department and detoxes formaldehyde. Ferns are a soft beautiful green touch for any bathroom too.<\/h4>\n

Dwarf banana<\/em> also thrives in humidity.<\/h4>\n
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Kitchen<\/h3>\n

Tulips<\/em> are not only romantic, they clean up xylene, formaldehyde and ammonia, chemicals that may be found in cleaning products.
\nPeace lilies<\/em> are great for volatile organic compounds. You may find these in flooring, wallpapers, paint, dry-cleaned clothes and furniture. They are also great for removing mould spores in the air.
\nSpider plants<\/em> tackle carbon monoxide and formaldehyde.<\/p>\n

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 Lounge<\/h3>\n

Areca Palm<\/em> ranks amongst the best all-round air detox plants. Palms are especially great if someone in your household smokes.
\nBamboo Palm<\/em> is good for areas where you have indoor heating as it hydrates the air. Removes trichloroethylene, benzene and formaldehyde.<\/p>\n

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Workplace<\/h3>\n

Anthuriums<\/em> mop up ammonia, formaldehyde, toluene and xylene and are great for the workplace around printers.
\nGolden Pothos<\/em> is among the top 3 plants great for removing formaldhyde and carbon monoxide so is great for the urban office.
\nAloe Vera<\/em> is a good air cleaner that doesn\u2019t need a lot of water, making a good choice for your work desk.<\/p>\n

Some Other Power Plants For Cleaner Air<\/h3>\n

\u2022 Mums<\/em> (Chrysanthemum sp. or Chrysanthemum morifolium):benzene, trichloroethylene, formaldehyde and ammonia.
\n\u2022 Dragon tree<\/em> is a benzene buster and takes care of cigarette smoke and chemicals such as formaldahyde, xylene and trichloroethylene.
\n\u2022 Moth Orchid<\/em> is good for volatile organic compounds, formaldahyde, solvents and airborne synthetic chemicals.
\n\u2022 Dwarf Date Palm<\/em> removes formaldehyde and Xylene.
\n\u2022 J<\/em>anet Craig<\/em> is a good overall air purifier, removing most air pollutants.
\n\u2022 Kimberly Queen Fern<\/em> clears formaldehyde, toluene, and xylene out of your home.
\n\u2022 Snake Plant<\/em> absorbs toxins, such as nitrogen oxides and formaldehyde.<\/p>\n

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Be sure to get know these hardworking leafy friends that you grow in your home so that you can take good care of their water and light needs. And remember that plants have been found to respond to good vibes and music, so treat them well, give them some love, and reap the benefits of a mutually beneficial relationship!<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"

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