We are increasingly exposed to environmental pollution, and our home is no longer alien to this. Consumption of many elements that have chemicals, the use of aerosols, highly polluting paints and an infinite number of actions that do not contribute to improving this delicate situation.
But if there is something that we must take into account, it is that with small changes in habits, we can all modify for the benefit of the planet and greatly improve the quality of our lives.
Among the things to take into account is to have beautiful indoor plants that will help us purify the environment. Did you know?. According to various studies, there are many of them that fully fulfill this function. Therefore we have made a selection of several of them so that you can adopt them in your home and improve the air you breathe.
1 - Espatifilo or Flower of Peace
It is mostly called "Cradle of Moses" and survives in dimly lit environments. They are capable of absorbing pollutants from the air. It is very easy to maintain. It is native to Central and South America. It is characterized by not having a stem. It has flowers that are actually white parts called bracts. That is, they are not flowers, but a derivation of the modified leaves themselves. In order for your plant to live without inconvenience, you should proceed to place a base in your pot in which you will place clay, constantly generating that this part has humidity that will be the one that will moisten your silver.
2 - Sansevieria or Sword of Saint George
They are herbaceous plants and very easy to grow and have great ornamental power. They have several names among which are also "Lizard Tail" or "Mother-in-law's Tongue." They have very small flowers that are born in summer, but they are not very showy. Among the best known species are the Trifasciata and the CilÃndricas. They have a great power to absorb pollutants that makes our home a place with excellent oxygen quality.
3 - Malamadre or Ribbon
It is a native of Southern Africa and is also known as the Loop of Love. Its green rosette leaves fall very long, arched and with a central stripe that can be yellowish white . Small white flowers may appear that emerge from these leaves. When this happens it is the best time to make new plants from them. They remove carbon monoxide and various toxins and other impurities from the environment.
4 - Chinese Palm
It is a very easy plant to care for and does not require much light. These beautiful plants are capable of absorbing pollutants like benzene but they also absorb organic compounds. Its leaves form a palm and are native to Asian countries. It has yellow blooms and dark blue fruits. They live for the first time in pots, but as they grow they should be transferred to larger pots until the moment that their best conservation will be in the ground. Its substrate must be continuously humid to improve the quality of the plant.
5 - English Ivy
It is a plant with climbing characteristics. You can climb any type of surface. Reduces or absorbs formaldehyde, benzene, and other pollutants, as well as various harmful organic compounds . It grows more easily in cold seasons and requires a lot of humidity. They are suitable for the interior of the home, but on walls with space so that they fulfill the function of climbing. But they are very suitable to have on balconies.