Plants That Will Help You Breathe Easier at Home

The air in national capital these days is worse than it has been in 17 years. People are exposed to bad air quality particular during smog hours. These toxic gasses and particulate enters the blood steams which further increases the risk of heart diseases and cancer. Electric air purifiers and masks are being used to cope up with this pollution but if you want to go the natural way then here are few natural air purifiers

•    Spider plant

They are one of the easiest plants to grow at home. The leaves of it help to absorb harmful substances like mold and other allergens and also engrosses carbon monoxide. It is perfect for those with common dust allergies.

•    Rubber plant

Rubber plants grow well indoors. This houseplant releases oxygen than most other plants and purifiers indoor air by removing chemicals like formaldehyde.

•    Golden Pothos

It is considered to be one of the most effective indoor air purifiers for removing toxins and is called Devil’s Ivy. This plant eradicates formaldehyde, xylene, toluene, benzene, carbon monoxide.

•    Aloe Vera

Though it is famous for its gel, but it also helps in keeping your home free from benzene.

•    Boston Fern

This grows up to 4 inches in height and acts as a natural air humidifier. The Boston Fern removes formaldehyde and is a general air purifier.

•    Dragon plant

It helps in eliminating formaldehyde, xylene, toluene, benzene, and trichloroethylene from the air. It grows in direct sunlight.

Keep these plants in your house to clean the indoor air.