9. Philodendron (Philodendron bipinnatifidum)
The philodendron is a tropical foliage plant that is easy to maintain and which adds a vibrant green touch to the decor. This plant cleans the air within homes from all of the dangerous pollutants, making it breathable for the humans. Freshness will be added to homes if this plant is kept within the living area. A great way to fight off harmful effects of pollution, this NASA-approved air purifying plant is easy to maintain.
The Spade Leaf Philodendron, Lacy Tree or Horse Head Philodendron, and the Heart Leaf Philodendron are popular types of philodendron plants used to curb pollution in homes.
Toxins removed: Formaldehyde
How to Take Care:
- Philodendrons prefer humidity.
- The plant should be kept in partial sunlight or in an area where there is moderate sunlight.
- Keep the soil well-drained
- A repot every year is ideal as this plant is a fast grower.
- Use a mild liquid fertilizer once in a week.
10. Rubber Plant (Ficus robusta)
A beautiful and beautiful indoor houseplant with burgundy green leaves, the rubber plant is a native of India. NASA ranked this plant fourth on the list of air-purifying plants that improve air quality by absorbing harmful airborne pollutants and making them safe for human health. Carbon dioxide is absorbed by a rubber plant and converted to oxygen.
Toxins removed: Xylene, Benzene, Formaldehyde and Trichloroethylene
How to Take Care:
- In summer, requires weekly watering, while in winter, fortnightly watering is required.
- Wipe leaves of this plant with a wet cloth.
- Requires well-drained soil for better growth.
- Prefers consistent humidity and temperature
11. Boston Fern (Nephrolepis Exaltata)
Boston Fern is one of the low-maintenance indoor plants with sword-shaped leaves that looks awesome hanging in a basket or standing on a pedestal. Its bright green foliage and shapely leaves give this plant an attractive appeal when placed indoors to decorate a home. By NASA’s own study, this plant is approved as an air purifying plant, and it not only cleanses the air within your home of harmful pollutants, but it also revamps its aesthetics.
Toxins removed: Xylene, toluene, & Formaldehyde
How to Take Care:
- A humid environment with consistent moisture is necessary
- Plant them near a window, a balcony, or a patio that gets indirect sunlight
- Please take care to keep them healthy and blooming beautifully by watering regularly.
- During the summer, it needs weekly feedings, and in winter, it needs monthly feedings.
- Don’t require much care or trimming
- Insect repellents and mild insecticides can be sprayed on the plant to keep bugs away.
12. English Ivy (Hedera helix)
An English ivy is a perennial climbing plant that is found on walls of buildings and trees. According to NASA, it is the best indoor plant that comes with amazing air purifying benefits when faced with high levels of pollution. In baskets, they are hung to enhance home décor while eliminating mold spores from the indoor environment.
Toxins removed: Trichloroethylene, Formaldehyde, Benzene, and Xylene
How to Take Care:
- It requires bright, indirect sunlight.
- Keep the soil well-drained.
- Keep English Ivy moist in the winter season.
- The plant is protected from being eroded by spider mites if clean water is sprayed on it.
- Summer, spring, and autumn are ideal times to apply this fertilizer diluted in water to promote the growth of the plant.
13. Anthurium or Flamingo Lily (Anthurium andraeanum)
These annual blooming plants are much more than just a nice looking ornamental plant – they are gifts from nature to human beings for a healthy and breathable environment. These brightly colored leaves and blossoms add a charming appeal to a home decor arrangement while bringing a sense of freshness into the indoor environment. Its fiery red flowers are known also as the “tongues of fire,” and they clean the indoor air by removing all pollutants.
Toxins removed: Formaldehyde, Ammonia, Xylene, & Toluene
How to Take Care:
- Anthuriums require light, but they cannot be in the direct sunlight. They need to be in the shade.
- Humidity is essential for them to grow and blossom.
- Winters are the best time to mist this plant’s leaves and remove the flowers. Do not water frequently during these months.
- Annual potting is necessary for proper growth.
- Moist well-drained soil is the best for Anthurium.
- Fertilize this plant every month.
- Overwatering may cause yellowing of the leaves.
14. Lady Palm(Rhapis excelsa)
This air-filtering plant has the air purifying benefits of the Areca palm in NASA study, and is an excellent choice for reducing the harmful effects of pollutants in your home. It is 100 percent resistant to bugs and insects. It looks magnificent every where it is placed, from living rooms to entrances to offices.
Toxins removed: Formaldehyde, Ammonia and Xylene
How to Take Care:
- Keep this plant in the shade for growth and survival.
- Plants should only be watered when the soil becomes dry. Overwatering is not recommended.
- The method of propagation is by divisions of the canes.
- The ideal temperature for its growth is 16-27 C.
- The humidity levels of lady palm leaves are essential to prevent the leaves from drying out.
- Use well-drained soil with a good quality organic substances.
- Feeding liquid fertilizers is ideal on monthly basis.
15. Chinese Evergreen (Aglaonema)
A Chinese evergreen is a beautiful and fresh addition to the home décor because it is extremely easy to grow in homes. Colorful foliages of this plant enliven the interior of your home while absorbing all the harmful pollutants. You can pick anyone of the many varieties of this plant to provide a pleasant breathable atmosphere in your home. The next one in NASA’s list for air purifying, the Chinese evergreen is a perfect addition for a healthy and nice-looking home!
Toxins removed: Formaldehyde, Benzene, Carbon Monoxide, Trichloroethylene, and Xylene
How to Take Care:
- Their color can affect the level of light they require, so be sure to avoid direct sunlight.
- Only water the plant when it is dry. Frequent watering may cause it to wilt.
- Being an indoor plant, it requires good amounts of humidity in order to survive.
- Plant growth is best at room temperature in summers and at warm temperatures in winters.
16. Bamboo Palm(Chamaedorea seifrizii)
Bamboo palms are another splendid-looking plant that is beneficial to the health of homes and all living creatures in general. Plants that can reduce the impact of hazardous pollutants and gases on the human health and spruce up home décor make it a popular indoor plant. Humidity from the green fronds on the canes brings a tropical feel to the home.
Toxins removed: Formaldehyde, Benzene, & Trichloroethylene
How to Take Care:
- The plant prefers bright indirect light
- Bamboo palms prefer a little sand added to their soil.
- Overwatering will damage the plant, so keep the soil damp for proper growth.
- Insects usually attack the plant when its leaves are sprayed with soapy solution.
17. Syngonium (Syngonium podophyllum)
Syngonium plants, a popular Feng Shui plant, are commonly found in most houses. Also called Goosefoot, the five lobes of this plant signify the five elements: water, fire, earth, wood, and metal. This plant attracts positive energy and blesses the home’s surroundings with good vibes and freshness. By absorbing household pollutants and converting them into nutrients, the air purifying plant eliminates the effects of these harmful pollutant on your home.
Toxins removed: Benzene, Formaldehyde, Toluene, and Xylene
How to Take Care:
- The plant cannot tolerate direct sunlight and requires bright filtered sunlight.
- Keep the soil moist for growth. Do not overwater.
- This plant’s leaves should be wiped from dust. Misting the leaves is essential.
- Pruning in the months of summer encourages new growth.
18. Gerbera Daisy(Gerbera Jamesonii)
It is a flowering plant that is popularly known as Barberton Daisy in Eastern Africa. Though a lot of people use it as a gifting item, it is also a beautiful addition to the home interiors. In fact, NASA’s Clean Air Study shows that this plant can effectively remove harmful chemicals from the indoor air. Besides beautifying your home, it also provides you with fresh and breathable air.
Toxins removed: Formaldehyde, Trichloroethylene, and Benzene
How to Take Care:
- Don’t water the soil so much that it becomes waterlogged. Once the soil feels dry, water it deeply.
- Water less in winters.
- Plants should be fed a diluted fertilizer during the spring and summer seasons.
- To grow more blooms, remove the wilted ones.
- Keep the plant in the areas with moderate sunlight.
You can take even more steps to keep your environment as clean as possible. Apart from these air-purifying plants, you can do some other things at home to keep things neat.
- If you cannot keep plants at home, purchase an air filter.
- You should mop and vacuum your floors every day to keep them clean.
- Try to keep the level of humidity in your home low.
- Try increasing ventilation.
- Reduce the use of air fresheners.
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