Use plants to clean your air!
Next time you go shopping for home cleaning supplies, consider adding large-leaved houseplants for every room in the house. They reduce unhealthy pollutants as well as airborne bacteria and fungi while adding the humidity needed to combat respiratory and allergic conditions.
Researchers have found that houseplants can purify and revitalize air in our homes and offices, protecting us from the negative effects of such common toxins as ammonia, formaldehyde, and benzene.
For years, people have been told to stay indoors during smog alerts. Today, the list of known indoor pollutants is just as scary and includes pesticides, fumes from detergents and solvents, fibers from carpets, draperies, insulation, even glass—not to mention mold and tobacco smoke. Plant leaves are able to absorb pollutants and send them to the roots, where they become food for microbes.
To get the most out of your houseplants, set them up (two to three per room) so there is plenty of space around each one for ideal air circulation. Keep the air moist by misting plants. Avoid locations in the rooms where there are drafts or sudden temperature changes. Pollutants are absorbed through the leaves, so keep the leaves clear of dust by wiping gently with a damp cloth.
In the future, we will be cleaning up environmental pollution with plants. Right now, add houseplants to each room to clean the air you and your family breathe.
Top 10 Air Cleaning Plants
1. Areca palm
2. Reed palm
3. Dwarf date palm
4. Boston fern
5. Pothos
6. English ivy
7. Australian sword fern
8. Peace lily
9. Rubber plant
10. Weeping fig
Adapted from ‘Organic Gardening’ September 2011
September 24, 2011 @ 8:24 am
if only i could keep them alive! thanks for the reminder about gratitude, it is a great tool for becoming present!
October 11, 2012 @ 11:10 am
Cleaning supplies that are peroxide based are also great but they seem to more damaging to the environment. :”*’;
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January 4, 2019 @ 3:34 pm
Plants in a windowsill can be used also to deter pests and perfume the ambiance… such as basil that gets rid of mosquitos, zancudos and leaves a fresh lovely scent. Chamomille pots by the window of a bedroom will let you ease sleep. Cactus for the ones that want a low mantainance plant ( though you should give it enough sunlight or will suffer), cactus absorbs radiation. Chives and garlics for the ones that have not a full time sunny spot … It is always good to have plant companions.