Indoor plants not only a Decorative items. It also improves the quality or air of you home.
Studies Shows that just having a plant around you can increase your productivity and Mood . They can works as natural humidifier and filter harmful chemicals in air.
Air pollution is one of the major problem of this century. and practically nobody is untouched by it.
NASA has done a through study on indoor plants which can improve the quality or air at you home.
Here is the list of some plants that can filter air form harmful chemicals
1. Bamboo Plant
Bamboo Plant are one of the fast growing plants and proven to be very effective in purifying indoor air. They are capable to filter most of the pollutant that contributes Indoor Air Pollution.
According to NASA Studies they absorb pollutant like Benzene, Formaldehyde, Trichoroethylene, Xylene and Toluene.
Care:
1. Keep away for direct sunlight.
2. Water it once and week. make sure its not hard water
3. Clean the leave to avoid dust accumulation on leaves.
2. English Ivy
English Ivy ( Hedera helix) )is the most common indoor plants and are good climber.
They filter pollutants namely as Benzene, Formaldehyde, Trichoroethylene, Xylene and Toluene
English Ivy are Toxic in nature so make sure you keep them away for the reach of your pets .
Care :
1. Indirect sunlight is best for the plant.
2. Just keep the soil moist don't let it dry out.
3. Fertilize once when the season changes.
4. Pot with drainage and loose soil.
3. Barberton Daisy
Barberton Daisy is a flowering plant and available in number of colors. The flower last for 4-6 weeks.
They look beautiful and surly add a character to the decor of your home. they keep a check on Benzene, Formaldehyde, Trichloroethylene , Xyleme and Toluene and works as indoor Air Purifier plant
care:
1. they love direct sun light keep.
2. keep the soil moist. and water only if the soil is dry
3. They do not tolerate Frost.