Ten Houseplants for Air Purification

by Jazmine Brown
Are you looking to add some greenery to your home but also want to breathe a little easier? Look no further because we've got you covered with this list of 10 trendy houseplants that not only add a touch of style to your space but also purify the air! From the classic English ivy to the striking snake plant, these plants will not only bring a pop of life to your home but will also work hard to filter out any harmful toxins. So go ahead, treat yourself and your lungs to some plant love and a breath of fresh air. Happy styling and planting!
      1. English Ivy (Hedera helix) - English ivy is known for its ability to remove benzene, formaldehyde, and trichloroethylene from the air. To care for English ivy, keep the soil evenly moist and fertilize it with a balanced liquid plant food during the growing season. English ivy prefers indirect light and cooler temperatures.

      2. Spider Plant (Chlorophytum comosum) - Spider plants are known for their ability to remove formaldehyde, xylene, and toluene from the air. To care for a spider plant, water it when the soil feels dry to the touch and fertilize it with a balanced liquid plant food during the growing season. Spider plants prefer indirect light and can tolerate a wide range of temperatures and humidity levels.

      3. Peace Lily (Spathiphyllum sp.) - Peace lilies are known for their ability to remove formaldehyde, benzene, and trichloroethylene from the air. To care for a peace lily, water it when the soil feels dry to the touch and fertilize it with a balanced liquid plant food during the growing season. Avoid overwatering, as peace lilies are prone to root rot. Peace lilies prefer indirect light and high humidity.

      4. Bamboo Palm (Chamaedorea seifrizii) - Bamboo palms are known for their ability to remove formaldehyde, xylene, and toluene from the air. To care for a bamboo palm, water it when the soil feels dry to the touch and fertilize it with a balanced liquid plant food during the growing season. Bamboo palms prefer indirect light and can tolerate a wide range of temperatures and humidity levels.

      5. Snake Plant (Sansevieria trifasciata) - Snake plants are known for their ability to remove formaldehyde, xylene, and toluene from the air. To care for snake plants, allow the soil to dry out between waterings and fertilize them with a balanced liquid plant food during the growing season. Snake plants prefer indirect light and can tolerate a wide range of temperatures and humidity levels.

      6. Dracaena (Dracaena sp.) - Dracaenas are known for their ability to remove formaldehyde, xylene, and toluene from the air. To care for a dracaena, water it when the soil feels dry to the touch and fertilize it with a balanced liquid plant food during the growing season. Dracaenas prefer indirect light and can tolerate a wide range of temperatures and humidity levels.

      7. Golden Pothos (Epipremnum aureum) - Golden pothos are known for their ability to remove formaldehyde, xylene, and toluene from the air. To care for golden pothos, water it when the soil feels dry to the touch and fertilize it with a balanced liquid plant food during the growing season. Golden pothos can tolerate a wide range of temperatures and humidity levels and prefer indirect light.

      8. Aloe Vera (Aloe vera) - Aloe vera plants are known for their ability to remove formaldehyde from the air. To care for an aloe vera plant, water it when the soil feels dry to the touch and fertilize it with a balanced liquid plant food during the growing season. Aloe vera plants prefer bright, indirect light and can tolerate a wide range of temperatures and humidity levels.

      9. Ficus (Ficus sp.) - Ficus plants are known for their ability to remove formaldehyde, xylene, and toluene from the air. To care for a ficus plant, water it when the soil feels dry to the touch and fertilize it with a balanced liquid plant food during the growing season. Be sure to keep the leaves of the ficus plant dust-free to ensure proper photosynthesis. Ficus plants prefer indirect light and can tolerate a wide range of temperatures and humidity levels.

      10. Gerbera Daisy (Gerbera jamesonii) - Gerbera daisies are known for their ability to remove benzene and trichloroethylene from the air. To care for gerbera daisies, water them when the soil feels dry to the touch and fertilize them with a balanced liquid plant food during the growing season. Gerbera daisies prefer bright, indirect light and cooler temperatures

I hope this list and brief care guide is helpful in finding the right air-purifying houseplants for your home. Remember to research the specific needs of each plant and to adjust your care routine accordingly. Happy planting!

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