In North America, Canada, India, and Japan, oxygen bars have become popular. It sounds like something out of a science fiction movie about a post-apocalyptic future, but the truth is that the quality of the air we breathe leaves a lot to be desired, especially for those of us who live in cities, always full of cars and people.
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Perhaps these types of establishments are not yet a real necessity for the common citizen, but we cannot deny that we are all concerned about what we breathe on a daily basis. One way to improve the indoor air in our home is by using purifying plants. Believe it or not, there are several species that have this super power. Get to know the top plants to purify the air in your environment and the basic characteristics of their care.
Do I need to purify the air in my environment?
Outdoor pollution comes from a variety of sources, such as smoke from cars and factories, but inside the home air pollution is born in smoke from stoves, fireplaces and tobacco. Also, in the environment there are toxic molecules from paint, solvents and glue used to make furniture and other utilitarian elements, in addition to chemicals used for cleaning, pesticides and even carbon monoxide.
If you are
one of those who lock yourself in winter and summer, to maintain the temperature, or you are in a closed office where there are no windows or any form of ventilation, the pollution problem gets worse. In fact, there is what is known as the "sick office syndrome", which includes a series of physical symptoms that can lead to asthma and bronchitis. The good news is that you can improve this situation with the help of some plants.
How do plants clean the air?
The fact that purification plants are able to process and remove these pollutants is not an act of magic, but a real and natural process, as has been proven. Some scientists have shown that certain types of plants are able to absorb toxic substances through their leaves, cleaning it through a process called phytoremediation; which can occur in three distinct processes.
Phytostimulation is the process in which microbiotic activity in soils is increased, allowing pollutants to degrade. Phytotransformation is a process in which the metabolism of the purifying plant chemically modifies toxic substances; and phytovolatization, in which the plant absorbs these pollutants and eliminates them through transpiration.
The Top Purifying Plants
Boston Fern
This beautiful fern is able to absorb formaldehyde like a champ, in addition to xylene and benzene, which are found in gasoline and paints. This plant loves to moist, so you can put it in the bathroom or just spray it a couple of times a week. It is non-toxic to children or pets and lives very well in places with low light or indirect light.
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Cinta or Mala Madre
This plant is in the top-5 of the plants recommended by NASA to remove toxins from the environment. It is very easy to care for, it adapts to almost any environment as long as you provide it with a substrate with good drainage and some indirect light. It reproduces very easily and is quite cute.
Snake Plant or Sansevieria
This tall and elegant succulent, known for being a true warrior survivor, is able to single-handedly remove some 107 toxic substances from the environment. On top of that, it releases oxygen during the night so it will help you breathe better while you sleep. The only care she requires is that you avoid overwatering, she will do all the work without asking for much in return. It's not for nothing that it's one of my favorite plants.
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Dracena Lemon
This beauty is known as the dragon plant and can improve ambient humidity levels while eradicating various pollutants from the air. It's very easy to care for, even if you're a beginner who doesn't know much about plants. It is perfect for offices where there is very little light. If you spray her a little in summer, you will see how radiant and happy she gets.
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Peace Lily
They have an elegant and delicate image, with their deep green leaves and those beautiful white flowers, but it is a very powerful plant, capable of absorbing many pollutants from the environment. It can get rid of benzene, formaldehyde, and trichloroethylene. In addition, this guapura can eliminate mold spores in bathrooms and kitchens. They can live in dimly lit places, but you should keep them out of the reach of children and pets.
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