According to Jane Marling, indoor plant and styling expert from Plant Resort, incorporating indoor plants around your home not only has the potential to boost air quality but also boasts a long list of associated health benefits.
“Indoor plants have a number of proven benefits to our health and wellbeing, including enhanced focus and concentration, improved productivity levels, potential reduction in anxiety and stress, elevated mood and a more positive perspective,” Jane says. “Plus, indoor gardening has the power to reduce stress, enhance creativity, increase productivity, and improve focus, so it’s a win-win”.
See some of Jane’s favorite indoor plants for a healthier home.
Snake Plant (Sansevieria trifasciata): This hardy and low-maintenance plant excels at removing formaldehyde and benzene, enhancing both your indoor air quality and decor.
Peace Lily (Spathiphyllum): With its ability to remove ammonia, benzene, and formaldehyde, it adds a touch of beauty and cleaner air to your space, but beware of its pet toxicity.
Rubber Plant (Ficus elastica): Not only does it eliminate indoor pollutants effectively, but it’s also relatively easy to care for, making it a stylish and practical choice.
Golden Pothos (Epipremnum aureum): This versatile plant, known for its air-purifying qualities, effortlessly removes various indoor pollutants while adding a touch of green elegance to your home.
Giant Bird of Paradise (Strelitzia Nicolai): Thriving in bright indirect light, this impressive plant brings a tropical vibe to your space, improving both aesthetics and air quality.
ZZ Plant (Zamioculcas Zamiifolia): Flourishing in low-light conditions, this resilient plant requires minimal care and is perfect for rooms with limited natural light, making it an ideal choice for busy individuals.
Mint: Not only does it add a refreshing aroma to your indoor space, but mint also effectively repels cockroaches, contributing to a cleaner and pest-free environment.
Other ideas include lavender (Lavandula) which not only adds a pleasant aroma to your home but also has stress-reducing qualities, and aloe vera (Aloe barbadensis miller) which is known for its soothing and healing properties, making it useful for treating minor cuts, burns, and skin irritations.
Incorporate a few indoor plants into your home now and start to reap the benefits!
According to Jane Marling, indoor plant and styling expert from Plant Resort, incorporating indoor plants around your home not only has the potential to boost air quality but also boasts a long list of associated health benefits.
“Indoor plants have a number of proven benefits to our health and wellbeing, including enhanced focus and concentration, improved productivity levels, potential reduction in anxiety and stress, elevated mood and a more positive perspective,” Jane says. “Plus, indoor gardening has the power to reduce stress, enhance creativity, increase productivity, and improve focus, so it’s a win-win”.
See some of Jane’s favorite indoor plants for a healthier home.
Other ideas include lavender (Lavandula) which not only adds a pleasant aroma to your home but also has stress-reducing qualities, and aloe vera (Aloe barbadensis miller) which is known for its soothing and healing properties, making it useful for treating minor cuts, burns, and skin irritations.
Incorporate a few indoor plants into your home now and start to reap the benefits!
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