Air-purifying plants recommended by NASA
Indoor plants are not just for aesthetic purposes but can also help keep the environment indoors free from excess toxins and pollution. Here we mention 10 plants, recommended by NASA, for keeping the air clean.
The Areca palm is an indoor plant that is famous for improving air quality. It removes toxins like formaldehyde, xylene, and toluene from the atmosphere
The Bamboo palm is another excellent air-purifying plant that removes benzene, formaldehyde, and trichloroethylene from the air. The plant grows well in low light conditions, which makes it great for growing indoors.
The Rubber plant has large, glossy leaves which makes it extremely aesthetic as an indoor plant. And to put the cherry on the cake, it can also remove pollutants like formaldehyde from the air.
English ivy has beautiful, dark green leaves, with veiny patterns on them that makes it an excellent plant to have indoors. It is also helpful in removing airborne mould and thus keeps the atmosphere pleasant.
Peace lilies are not only beautiful with their white flowers but also effective at removing toxins like ammonia, benzene, formaldehyde, and trichloroethylene. As these plants like the shade more than the sun, they will grow well indoors.
The Boston fern has long, arching leaves that look excellent in hanging pots and baskets. Another point in their favour is that they are more efficient at removing pollutants such as formaldehyde and xylene.