Plants that purify the air in the room. Indoor plants purifying the air

In this article, the reader is offered a list of indoor plants that are recommended by NASA for cleaning air at space stations. These plants can easily clean the air in ordinary apartments. I already wrote earlier about how houseplants work in a similar way. In areas where we spend most of our time, very often harmful substances are present, which are especially concentrated in the air after repairs. Various chemical compounds stand out from paint, plastics, carpets, cleaning products, as well as numerous building materials.

There are usually three unhealthy substances in the house:

Formaldehydethat stands out from carpets, curtains, glues, paints, and more.
Benzenethat stands out from plastics, synthetic fibers, lubricants, rubber, pesticides, etc.
Trichlorethylenewhich is contained in paint removers, carpet cleaners, adhesives and much more.

Fortunately, nature has self-cleaning mechanisms. There are many plants that purify the air very well, naturally removing pollutants. In addition, there are technologies that allow increasing the efficiency of air purification by plants. About one of these technologies, among others, I wrote earlier in the article.

Tip: For every 10 m2 of premises you must have at least 1 indoor plant in a pot with a diameter of 15 cm or more. Instead of arranging single plants in a room, it is better to group the plants, this is both beautiful and better for air quality. If there are children and / or pets in the house, before purchasing each plant, it is first necessary to find out whether they will not be dangerous for them.

A two-year NASA study conducted in the late 1980s identified indoor plants that cleanse the air of the above benzene, formaldehyde, and / or trichlorethylene. Here I will discuss in more detail 10 of them.

1. Spathiphyllum of Wallis (Spathiphyllum wallisii)

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To maximize the effectiveness of the plant, dust must be removed from the foliage. Flowers are also a great addition to the remarkable qualities of this plant.

Care: Spathiphyllum loves shade, does not tolerate bright light, requires high humidity. The soil should be slightly wet; in spring and summer, it can be fed with a liquid universal fertilizer.

Eliminates: formaldehyde, benzene, trichlorethylene, xylene, ammonia, and more.

2. Dracaena

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Including:

Dracaena marginata (Dracaena marginata),
Fragrant dracaena (Dracaena fragrans "Massangeana"),
Dracaena Derimskaya Janet Craig, (Dracaena deremensis "Janet Craig"),
Dracaena Varneki (Dracaena deremensis "Warneckii")

These are plants of different shapes and sizes. Fragrant Dracaena “Massangeana” reaches a height of 1.5 m and has a beautiful yellow strip on the leaves. Dracaena Marginata - one of the most common varieties of dracaena, can reach 3 m in height, it resembles a miniature palm tree.

Care: Different types of dracaenas relate differently to light. Before purchasing, find out the preferences of the plant. The soil should be moist but not soggy. For dracaena deadly water in the pan. In summer and spring, you can fertilize the universal liquid fertilizer.

Eliminates: formaldehyde, xylene, toluene, benzene, trichlorethylene.

3. Chrysanthemum garden (Chrysantheium morifolium)

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As the name implies, this is not a houseplant, it is a popular fall-flowering decorative culture. With proper care, it blooms for six weeks. After the plant has faded, it can be disposed of in a compost heap. I wrote about how to make compost earlier in.

Care: Chrysanthemums love bright, but indirect light. The soil should be wet and check it better every other day. Fertilize the plant is not necessary, because it will not re-bloom.

Eliminates: formaldehyde, xylene, benzene, ammonia.

4. Bamboo palm or Hamedorea (Chamaedorea sefritzii)

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Light and elegant - the definitions that best fit this palm. It is 1-2 meters tall, it emits moisture into the air, which makes it particularly useful during the heating period, when the air in the room is especially dry.

Care: Although this palm tree loves bright light, it should not be placed in direct sunlight. The soil should be wet. During the summer, it is better to feed monthly with a liquid universal fertilizer.

Deletes: formaldehyde, benzene, carbon monoxide, xylene, chloroform, and other pollutants.

5. Epipremnum golden (Epipremnum aureum)

An unpretentious care vine, reaching a length in the room of 1.8-2.4 m (no longer recommended). Epipremnum golden is one of the most effective indoor plants that purify the air.

Care: Epipremnum golden grows in any light, but does not like direct sunlight. Watering is necessary when the earth becomes dry to the touch. It is better to fertilize it monthly with a universal liquid fertilizer and remove the whiskers when the plant becomes too long.

Deletes: formaldehyde, xylene, toluene, benzene, carbon monoxide, and other pollutants.

6. Ivy ordinary, Ivy curling or Hedera (Hedera helix)

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Common ivy is a curly shrub, well adapted to room conditions. It is easily grown in hanging pots, and is an excellent choice for rooms with low light. This plant is recommended for the removal of allergens such as mold and animal excrement.

Care: varieties with green leaves grow well in bright indirect light and in low light. Varieties with pale, variegated leaves require bright, diffused light. The plant must be watered well and the ground kept moist; watering is reduced in winter. During the period of growth it is better to water with liquid fertilizer.

Deletes: benzene, carbon monoxide, formaldehyde, trichlorethylene, and other pollutants.

7. Aglaonema moderate or Aglaonema modest (Aglaonema modestum)

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Evergreen perennial plant from tropical forests in Asia. Gives fruits - red berries that enhance the decorative qualities of the plant.

Care: grows in well-drained soil, likes diffused light and high humidity. The plant can be put in a pan with water, placing the pot so that it does not touch the water. Watering moderate, before watering the top layer should dry. During the growing season is better to feed a balanced liquid fertilizer.

Removes: benzene, carbon monoxide, formaldehyde, trichlorethylene, and other pollutants.

8. Ficus rubber or Ficus elastica (Ficus elastica)

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In the wild, this tree reaches a height of 30-40 m. The leaves of the plant are usually wide, dark green and shiny, are variegated. Aerial roots are often twisted around the trunk, forming interesting intricate shapes. Tests have shown that rubber-bearing ficus is especially effective in removing formaldehyde from the air.

Care: grows in bright ambient light. Watering should be moderately after the soil dries out a bit. Nitrogen fertilizers apply monthly during growth. Cutting may be necessary to reduce the size of the tree. Leaves periodically need to wipe with a damp cloth.

Deletes: carbon monoxide, formaldehyde, trichlorethylene and other pollutants.

9. Chlorophytum crested (Chlorophytum comosum)

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This is the most unpretentious houseplant - you need to really try to make it die. It has green or white-green narrow leaves and hanging a mustache with small spikes.

Care: grows in the light and in the shade. You can water it rarely, then it takes moisture from the roots. If the water is good, it grows.

Deletes: benzene, formaldehyde, carbon monoxide, xylene and other pollutants.

10. Sansevieria Three-Striped or “Pike Tail” (Sansevieria trifasciata “Laurentii”)

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Durable and hardy indoor plant. It has fleshy, hard, long, dark green leaves with horizontal, lighter stripes.

Care: prefers a bright light. Requires moderate watering during growth, the top layer of soil should dry out. In winter, watering is limited, but do not allow complete drying of the soil. During the growth period, you can feed monthly with a universal liquid fertilizer.

Deletes: formaldehyde and other pollutants.

Also among the plants that purify the air well, researchers from NASA point out:

Benjamin Ficus (Ficus benjamina);
Philodendron climbing (Philodendron scandens);
Philodendron home (Philodendron domesticum);
Philodendron biconicular (Philodendron bipinnatifidum);
Gerber Jamson (Gerbera jamesonii).

Houseplants can significantly improve air quality, and can make a home truly cozy and comfortable. Of course, caring for plants requires time and effort, but you can choose the least capricious of the plants listed above. In addition, to protect yourself and your loved ones, you can make a little effort.

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Air purifying plants are becoming more popular. After all, we live in the modern world, and, as a rule, it is simply not realistic to have clean air in an apartment, even if you air the apartment regularly. When airing into our apartment, air comes in from the street, and there is a huge amount of exhaust gases and city dust in it. In addition, in our apartment there is also furniture, laminate, linoleum, plastic panels and a lot of different equipment. All this saturates the air in the apartments and offices with toxic compounds: benzene, toluene, phenol, formaldehyde, carbon monoxide and carbon dioxide, nitrogen oxides and ammonia.

But still there are household chemicals, detergents and cleaning products that also adversely affect our body. Unfortunately, living in the city, there is no opportunity to regularly go to the forest for a walk, to enjoy the fresh air. However, there is a great opportunity to create a green corner at home, which will clear the air of various pollutants. Each indoor plant cleans the air, but there are certain plants that cope with any pollution more intensively. I will write in my article about the most popular, unpretentious plants that purify the air.

Air purifying plants:

Plant	Cleaning efficiency	Substances
Aloe	6,5	formaldehyde
Asparagus	8	heavy metals
Begonia	6,9	Volatile chemicals
Dieffenbachia	7,3	formaldehyde
Dracaena	7,8
Ivy	7,8	Formaldehyde, benzene, trichlorethylene
Gold bank	7,5	Formaldehyde, benzene
Tradescantia	7,8	Formaldehyde
Ficus benjamina	8	Formaldehyde, benzene, trichlorethylene
Hamedorea	8,4	Formaldehyde, benzene, trichlorethylene
Chlorophytum	7,8	Formaldehyde, carbon monoxide
Sheflera	8	Formaldehyde, benzene, toluene

Aloe.

Aloe (Aloe) - a plant that is in almost every home. Our grandmothers know a lot of recipes for traditional medicine using the juice of this plant. In addition to its medicinal properties, this plant perfectly copes with air purification. Aloe neutralizes up to 90% of formaldehyde, which is released from furniture, linoleum, etc. In addition, phytoncides that aloe secretes, a positive effect on the body. They enhance immunity, as well as stimulate the brain.

Location: desirable bright lighting, but not direct sunlight.

Watering: 1 time per week.

Asparagus

Asparagus

Asparagus (Asparagus) - one of the few plants that copes with the purification from the air of pollutants such as heavy metals. Asparagus reproduces mainly only by seed, so it can be quite difficult to acquire because of this.

Care: a very whimsical plant.

Location: desirable bright lighting, partial shade is permissible.

Watering: in the summer 3 times a week, in the winter 1 time a week.

Begonia.

Begonia (Begonia) - one of the few plants which cleans the air from volatile chemical compounds. It is desirable to keep this plant in the apartment, because, as a rule, we use household chemicals regularly.

Leaving: not whimsical plant.

Location: partial shade.

Watering: in the summer 2 times a week, in the winter 1 time a week.

Dieffenbachia.

Dieffenbachia

Diffenbachia (Diffenbachia) - copes with the purification of air from such contaminants as toluene and xylene, these carcinogens are contained in various types of paints and varnishes. If for example you have parquet in your apartment, then you cannot do without Deffenbachia. Ficus also has similar properties. Dieffenbachia also cleans the air from formaldehyde. And there is a myth that this plant helps in the fight against staphylococci, the main causative agents of acute respiratory viral diseases, sore throats, etc.

Leaving: not whimsical plant.

Location: adapts to any lighting.

Watering: 1 time per week.

Dracaena.

Dracaena (Dracaena) perfectly neutralizes formaldehyde. This plant eliminates toxic fumes of formaldehyde, which in minimal quantities, but still, distribute varnishes, adhesives and furniture made of chipboard. In addition to formaldehyde, dracaena neutralizes benzene and trichlorethylene, which come to us from outside air, as well as from detergents and cleaning products.

Leaving: not whimsical plant.

Watering: 1 time in 5-7 days.

Ivy.

Ivy (Hedera helix) perfectly captures the exhaust gases. In addition to formaldehyde, ivy neutralizes benzene and trichlorethylene. One of the leaders among plants purifying the air.

Leaving: not whimsical plant.

Location: sunny side or partial shade.

Watering: in the winter 1 time in 7 days, in the summer 1-2 times a week. Loves weekly spraying with water at room temperature.

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Gold bank (Epipremnum aureum or Potos) cleans the air from benzene. Extensive leaves perceive a large amount of this substance. It grows quickly, and you can water it quite rarely.

Leaving: not whimsical plant.

Location: not important, but better than the shadow or partial shade.

Watering: in winter 1 time in 7 days.

Tradescantia.

Tradescantia

Tradescantia (Tradescantia spp.) Perfectly cleans the air from volatile organic compounds. It has the ability to neutralize electromagnetic radiation. Therefore, this plant just needs to be kept in a room where there is a large number of household appliances. Tradescantia also moisturizes the air very well.

Leaving: not whimsical plant.

Location: partial shade.

Watering: 1 time per week.

Ficus benjamin.

Ficus benjamina

Ficus benjamina (Ficus benjamina) - one of the champions on air cleaning. It absorbs a lot of toxic substances, including formaldehyde, benzene and ammonia. The ficus as a magnet attracts dust. From my own experience I can say that the plant is not whimsical, we have experienced several moves, repairs (completely 2 months in construction dust), 2 times the plant threw off all its leaves, and then again pleased us with its beauty.
Leaving: not whimsical plant.

Location: sunny side or partial shade.

Watering: in the winter 1 time in 7 days, in the summer every 2-3 days. Loves weekly spraying with water at room temperature.

Hamedorea.

Hamedorea

Hamedorea Graceful (Chamaedorea elegans or indoor palm) filters out substances released by plastic. In addition, it neutralizes formaldehyde, benzene, trichlorethylene. And also, it perfectly increases the humidity in the room. From my own experience, I can say that the plant is quite capricious in its care. I did not stick this plant.

Care: capricious plant.

Location: north or east window.

Chlorophytum.

Chlorophytum

Chlorophytum (Chlorophytum or Venechnik) perfectly captures exhaust gases. Therefore, this plant is simply necessary for those who live on the first or second floor, as well as residents of megalopolises. In addition, chlorophytum neutralizes harmful substances that are formed in the air during gas combustion (carbon monoxide), i.e. during the work of the gas stove. Moreover, it is an unpretentious indoor plant that neutralizes harmful bacteria in the air. Chlorophytum is the leader among air purifying plants. There is one unusual myth that if a couple of tablets of activated carbon are put into a chlorophytum pot, it starts working more intensively on air purification.

Leaving: not whimsical plant.

Watering: in winter 1 time per week, in summer 1 time in 3 days.

Sheflera.

Sheflera (Schéfflera or Umbrella Tree) - this plant is indispensable for those who smoke indoors. Sheflera copes with nicotine and tar contained in tobacco smoke. In addition, it neutralizes formaldehyde, benzene, toluene. And also, it perfectly increases the humidity in the room.

Leaving: not whimsical plant.

Location: it does not matter, adapts to any lighting.

Watering: 1 time per week.

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Important nuances

For placement in the bedroom, cultures that emit essential oils are optimal for getting rid of insomnia and depression.
Living plants must be present in the kitchen, because in this area usually accumulates a lot of smoke and soot.

Leaves should be wiped regularly to prevent dirt and dust particles from accumulating on them.

When choosing a particular culture, one should find out if it does not contain hazardous substances that can harm children or pets. For example, in the nursery it is not recommended to place potted flowers that have too strong a fragrance:, lilies, gardenias. Ficus and dieffenbachia contain poisonous juice, so they should not be installed in the baby’s room either.

Indoor air purifying plants

Almost all domestic flora has good air-cleaning properties, however there are cultures that most effectively cope with various contaminants. So, what flowers are recommended to be placed in the house to create a favorable microclimate?

This culture has many beneficial properties, it absorbs carbon, saturates the air with oxygen and purifies it from formaldehyde. If you look at the photo of the flower, you can see that it looks quite simple, however, hanging it on the original support, you can turn it into a stylish and unusual decor element.

A beautiful flower will not only decorate the room with its aesthetic appearance, but also clean it from mold spores and harmful compounds (formaldehyde, trichlorethylene).

Bright decorative culture will perfectly fit into the interior of a bedroom or living room, and will decorate with its appearance any photo. Gerbera not only has an attractive appearance, but also qualitatively filters the air, releasing oxygen and absorbing benzene, a substance hazardous to health.

Citruses

Oranges, lemons and other types of citrus fruits fill the space with fresh aroma, have disinfecting properties and contribute to the destruction of harmful bacteria. Fruit trees emit phytoncides and natural essential oils that have a beneficial effect on well-being and relieve depression and insomnia.

Begonia has excellent moisturizing and antimicrobial properties, and in addition, provides reliable protection against electrical devices with harmful radiation. Decorative culture is also recommended to be installed in rooms where detergents are often used, it intensively absorbs substances secreted by various household chemicals. It should be placed in the penumbra, as it is one of and water 1 or 2 times a week.

Due to the large dense foliage ficus perfectly filters the air, cleaning it from dust and saturating it with oxygen. Indoor flowers are best suited for rooms where chipboard furniture is installed or any synthetic materials are present.

Flower culture has excellent air purifying properties, effectively combating the compounds contained in paints and varnishes. It is recommended to place it in rooms in which parquet is laid or in houses located near large manufacturing enterprises. Dieffenbachia produces phytoncides that destroy staphylococci, harmful bacteria that cause many respiratory diseases.

The flower provides protection against many dangerous compounds, the only exception is ammonia. In addition, it is recommended to install it near the computer monitor, which emits such a harmful substance as xylene.

Aloe

This culture can be found in many homes, because it not only filters air quality, but is also used to treat the common cold and colds. Aloe produces phytoncides that remove formaldehyde released from furniture by chipboard, as well as activate the brain and help remove physical fatigue.

Geranium

Houseplants of the geranium family have a very beautiful scenic view, in order to make sure of this, it is enough to look at the photos of the interiors decorated with these bright colors. They contain essential oils that allow you to effectively deal with various bacteria and microorganisms. Decorative culture helps to relax the nervous system, relieves insomnia and positively affects the overall condition of the body. However, geranium can be placed in an apartment only if you and your family members are not allergic to it.

Pelargonium

Pelargonium is one species of geranium. It secretes turpentine and menthol - active substances that are effective against staphylococci and streptococci. Due to the essential oils contained in the flower, it not only has high antimicrobial properties, but also has a calming effect on the nervous system.

Golden lotus

An unpretentious and durable culture has excellent air cleaning properties, it absorbs toluene, benzene, xylene, formaldehyde and many other harmful compounds. A distinctive feature of the flower - curly long stems, it can grow in any light, but it should be protected from direct sunlight. Houseplants in the form of vines will look appropriate on the top shelves or in beautiful hanging vases.

Curly culture will give the interior a picturesque look and allow you to clear the air of harmful compounds. English ivy will help to effectively eliminate trichlorethylene, benzene, salts of heavy metals and other substances hazardous to health. Evergreens can be placed in areas with different illumination, especially effectively they will look at the background of bright contrasting walls.

Bamboo palm perfectly moisturizes the air, and also filters it, absorbing carbon monoxide, formaldehyde, xylene and other dangerous substances. The exotic tree will decorate with its unusual appearance any interior. The length of a palm tree can be up to two meters, it is recommended to install it in a well-lit place that does not fall into direct sunlight.

Laurel

Noble laurel - a culture common in Europe, in Russian houses it can be found infrequently. Despite the fact that she looks simple enough, it is distinguished by high medicinal and antimicrobial properties. The flower qualitatively eliminates bacteria and dust particles, and also provides effective assistance in various diseases.

Chrysanthemum

Decorative culture will decorate with its elegant appearance any room and clean the air from substances released by detergents, inks and adhesives. In order to provide chrysanthemum full growth, it must be placed in a brightly lit and well-ventilated place.

Azalea

Azalea will allow to clean the living space of formaldehyde, which emit materials from chipboard, and ammonia contained in cleaning products. It is recommended to place it in the bathroom, toilet, in the kitchen and in other areas where household chemicals are often used.

Perennial plants adorn the leaves with variegated patterns. Tropical culture imported from South Asia, it is effective in the fight against formaldehyde, trichlorethylene, benzene and many other substances. The flower grows well in conditions of high humidity, it should be regularly watered and sprayed with leaves with a spray gun, removing dust particles from them.

Madagascar palm tree

Areca is an exotic decorative tree, thanks to its unusual appearance, it will turn into the most spectacular interior detail. Palm perfectly moisturizes and filters the air, absorbing trichlorethylene, xylene, benzene and carbon monoxide. It should be protected from drafts and installed in places far from direct sunlight.

The flower is not only distinguished by good air cleaning properties, but also provides protection from electromagnetic radiation. It is recommended to place it in rooms in which there is a lot of household and computer equipment.

Sansevieria

"Teschin" language - unpretentious and easy to care for a flower that is not afraid of the sun's rays and does not need frequent watering. What are the beneficial properties of this culture? It enhances immunity and absorbs harmful compounds that can be harmful to health, as well as cause fatigue and discomfort.

Philodendron

Curly culture has high filtration properties, effectively eliminating formaldehyde and other compounds. However, it contains toxic substances, so it is not recommended to buy it if there are small children or pets living in the house.

Asparagus eliminates many hazardous compounds, including heavy metals. In the care, it is quite whimsical, it is recommended to place it in a well-lit area and regularly water it.

Umbrella tree is perfect for installation in rooms impregnated with the smell of cigarette smoke. It intensively absorbs nicotine and tar contained in tobacco. In addition, the chefler increases the level of humidity and eliminates substances such as toluene, benzene and formaldehyde.

Chrysolidocarpus

This culture is one of the most effective means to combat toxins, it absorbs benzene, trichlorethylene and formaldehyde. Chrysolidocarpus perfectly regulates the humidity in the room and is resistant to various pests. The flower is unpretentious in care, it is recommended to place it in semi-dark areas.

In order to create a favorable microclimate in the house, it is not at all necessary to equip a large greenhouse in it; it is enough to purchase several flowers from the list. Living plants will not only decorate the interior with their picturesque views, but will also ensure the health and safety of your loved ones.

Let's find out which plants can significantly improve the atmosphere of your home and fill it with fresh and healthy air.

Chlorophytum

Benefit

The fine plant clearing air of harmful impurity. Absorbs formaldehydes. Chlorophytum also has a significant bactericidal effect. Experts found out that in 24 hours this plant completely cleans the air from harmful microorganisms. The cleaning properties are noticeably enhanced when activated carbon is placed in flower pots. During hard work gives new strength and energy.

Care

Extremely unpretentious plant, so that for a beginner florist, it will be very easy to grow it. Watering requires moderate. Loves the light, but can also grow in the shade. Does not tolerate scorching sunlight. Chlorophytum multiplies with the help of air layers, they can be left for beauty, and you can separate the grown air bush and plant as an independent plant (it is better to plant several bushes in one pot, for pomp), and this can be done at any time of year. Chlorophytum belongs to fast-growing plants, therefore from a plant the plant becomes an adult after a year, and when it reaches 3-4 years, it is better to completely update it, because it often looks like it is not so attractive, it grows old.

Aloe

Benefit

Aloe purifies the air of formaldehyde and reduces the content of the simplest microorganisms in it. At night, it releases oxygen and absorbs carbon dioxide. Aloe is very good to have in a house where there are people with chronic diseases, weak people or people with a weak biofield. Aloe increases and purifies the general energy of the atmosphere, protects everyone from the very disease that threatens him. In the house where there is aloe, people get sick less and recover faster.

Care

Aloe is unpretentious in the care, but does not grow very quickly, growth can be described as medium. Aloe most like bright sun, partial shade. Diffused light will also fit, but if your plant began to stretch, it means that it still does not have enough light, you must provide additional illumination. In the summer you can take aloe to the balcony, in winter the temperature should not be lower than 12-14 ° C, otherwise the plant will freeze. Between irrigation the land should dry out, overflow and stagnation of water should be avoided. In winter, watering should be reduced, let the aloe stand in dry land for several days. When watering, avoid getting water inside the outlet, it can cause the stem to rot.

Dracaena

Benefit

Dracaena cleans the air of the room in which it is located. Removes more than 70% of benzene, ammonia, formaldehyde, xylene, toluene and other harmful impurities from the air, which can be released from low-quality synthetic coatings, linoleum and chipboard. Dracaena recycle all these harmful compounds, and also destroy half of all existing germs. Dracaena helps to avoid complications from intestinal and abdominal diseases. Due to the presence of dracaena in the apartment of the household, the wounds on the skin will heal faster, any skin diseases will heal faster. Dracaena imperceptibly for you will strengthen your musculoskeletal system. Under her influence, the spine is straightened, it is easier for a person to keep a straight posture. The presence of dracaena in the house and the condition of the teeth has a beneficial effect.

Care

Dracaena loves light, but exclude direct sunlight on the plant. The air in the room should be humid and warm. If the house is very hot, you need to spray the plant once a day. Frequent spraying dracaena - a kind of prevention against the appearance of spider mites. The dragon plant can be transplanted in the spring every other year or, if it grows very quickly, every year. Most dracaenns reproduce very easily. Reproduction by seeds, shanks, and also parts of the lignified tree trunk is possible. In spring and summer, dracaenas are usually watered more often than in winter. It is important to remember that the frequency of watering depends on humidity, air temperature in the room where the plant is located, and a number of other factors.

Ficus

Benefit

Ficus leaves can actively absorb formaldehyde - up to 10 mg / hour. In addition, the ficus affects the energy balance - it works as an immune psychotherapist, transferring his state of rest and stability to a person. Better fit for the office.

Care

All ficuses do not tolerate drafts, overmoistening of the soil and direct sun (ficuses of variegated forms are more light-loving, they tolerate direct sun, but shading is necessary in the hottest hours). Ficuses reproduce by cuttings. Watering moderate, does not like waterlogging. The leaves should be wiped regularly with a damp cloth.

Monstera

Benefit

Perfectly moisturizes the air. It spreads peace and harmony, protects sleep from the influence of bad weather.

Care

Does not tolerate direct sunlight. Loves light penumbra. Watering is plentiful from spring to autumn; in winter it is watered so that the soil does not dry out, but is not over-moistened. Young monsters are transplanted annually. Monsters older than 4 years are transplanted in 2-3 years, but the upper layer of the earth is changed annually. Propagated by air layering and cuttings. Leave must have leaf and air root.

Spathiphyllum

Benefit

Spathiphyllum cleans the air of harmful compounds such as formaldehyde, carbon monoxide, benzene, ethylbenzene, toluene, xylene, trichlorethylene. Significantly reduces the number of microorganisms in the air. He is particularly active in fighting mold fungi.

Care

Does not like bright light, prefers partial shade. Sun rays can cause leaf burns and yellowing. With a lack of light, the leaves become shallow and drawn out. Loves warmly. Watering moderate, transplanted once a year.

After reviewing the beneficial properties of the plants presented, you can choose the most suitable one for yourself. Any of them will be a guarantee of fresh air and a favorable atmosphere in your home!