The best plants for your work desk


Why do you need plants in the office?

Most people spend at least a third of their day in the office. There are some lucky ones who have a large workspace, with windows and lots of light; But the vast majority of us are in smaller places, sometimes without the possibility of seeing the outside throughout the day. Seeing the world is not a whim, because it has been proven that spending so much time in a place without windows or nature has negative effects on metabolism, sleep and activity levels.

There are those who face the stress and negative consequences of lockdown with solar lamps, as well as Decorating their workspace with personal things, but adding a few plants to the equation can do wonders for your health and for the aesthetics of your office.

Benefits of having

plants in the office

- They improve air quality: there are several species of plants that are able to clean the air, as they absorb and eliminate toxic compounds that may be in the environment. Likewise, all plants contribute to improving ambient humidity levels, so it will improve dry air conditioning and heating environments. If you want to buy plants online, you can order the trio of purifying plants.


- Improve concentration levels: There are several scientific studies that claim that the presence of plants creates a harmonious environment, reduces stress levels, and makes the place more pleasant for workers. This satisfaction translates into greater focus and therefore greater productivity.


- They improve aesthetics: a plant can completely transform a space, giving it more life and color. If your office looks boring and impersonal, placing a couple of plants on your desk can make a big difference.


- They improve your mental health: the fact of taking care of a living being, seeing it grow under your care and attention makes you feel fulfilled, comforted and offers you a purpose in life. For this reason, taking care of plants is considered a form of therapy, as they reduce stress, depression and anxiety.

The best plants for

the office

Before rushing to buy plants online, you should take into account the lighting conditions of your office, as well as your habits and customs. Thinking about the small space of the desks and the light conditions, we have chosen this list of plants that you can order directly to your office.

Cactus: Cacti are the quintessential desk companions, as for many years it was believed that they had the ability to absorb electromagnetic radiation generated by computers and other electronics. Although this has been debunked, they are still perfect for their small size, fun shapes and ease of care. If you're going to want a cactus, you need to have good lighting to make it grow beautifully.


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Bird of Paradise
€66.00
Decorative and resistant
Buy
Chichipe
€74.00
The iconic cactus
Buy


Zamioculcas: they can live in practically any light condition, as long as they are not in full sun. They require little care, are very hardy, and their cute bright green leaves are the perfect addition to your office. As if that were not enough, they can purify the air.


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ZZ plant
€40.00
Adapts to any environment
Buy
Areca Palm
€75.00 €68.00
Tropical and hardy
Buy


Snake Plant: If you're one of those who kill every plant they touch, the Sansevieria or snake plant is just what you need. It has a nice elongated shape, adapts to any environment and is said to attract good fortune, as well as purifying the environment.


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Snake Plant
€38.00
An oxygen pump
Buy
Tradescantia zebrina
€38.00
Hanging and very resistant
Buy


- Pothos: Pothos has a nice green color with yellow spots. It is another very easy plant to care for, almost indestructible. When it grows, it can hang so it would look very nice on the edge of your desk or somewhere on the shelf. It's ideal for dimly lit spaces and will help purify the air.


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Pothos
€44.00
Resistant and for beginners
Buy
Bonsai 9 years old Taxus m...
€83.00
A bonsai with fruit
Buy


- Chinese money plant: If you work with accounts, budgets, and everything related to money, the pilea or Chinese money plant will come in handy because it is said to attract prosperity. He lives wonderfully inside an office, as he does not like drafts and prefers indirect light. It will also make you more popular, as you will be able to take out sprouts to give to your friends.

About the author
Ame Rodríguez

Dedicated to creating an army of cacti, succulents, poodles and cats to help me conquer the world. In the little free time I have left, I play, write and dance.

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