Plants for Healthier Indoor Environments
Certain plants have the ability to provide support in the elimination of certain airborne pollutants like carbon monoxide, Formaldehyde, trichloroethylene, benzene, and more. Aside from household flora and greenery, there are more concrete methods to air purification. Simply contact your local HVAC service company for information about services, prices, and availability. Here is a list of many household plants that can provide this benefit:
☙ English Ivy
Not only timeless and beautiful, English Ivy (Hedera Helix) retains natural abilities to help rid an indoor air environment of unwanted contaminants. It can survive for many years, even in the shade, if properly cared for.
☙ Corn Plant
Also called Mass Cane or Massangeana, Corn Plants are great options for household plants and have been proven to help eliminate the dangerous airborne chemical pollutant, Formaldehyde. They thrive just fine in either shade or little light, and can last for years with proper routine care.
☙ Bamboo Palm
Also called the Reed Palm, and scientifically referred to as Chamaedorea Seifrizii, this plant looks like a tropical fern, making it a fun and exotic addition to your home. It is a great house plant because it can thrive in minimal sunlight and even shade. It particularly assists in the removal of airborne traces of Formaldehyde and benzene.
☙ Chinese Evergreen
The scientific name for the Chinese Evergreen is Aglaonema Modestum. Like many other plants listed, it is also a great choice for house plants because it can survive in medium to low sunlight. It retains qualities that help eliminate airborne chemical pollutants, but it is not recommended with homes with pets, particularly cats and dogs. This is because it contains an irritant that can hazardous or toxic for them.