Nothing like having a plant to decorate the internal environment of the house, isn't it?! In addition to beauty, many plants can be useful to filter toxic substances that contaminate the air and increase the humidity in the environment, especially for those who live in big cities or apartment.
If you are one of those people, check it out below. 3 species that can be useful to filter the air according to a study done by NASA.
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- Peace lily
If you like decoration, the lily can be a great alternative to beautify your home and still purify your air. This species adapts to environments with shade and partial shade and requires little watering.
With regard to gases, it is capable of retaining numerous substances including ammonia and formaldehyde, mainly present in cigarette smoke. Just remember to keep this plant away from pets as it is a toxic species for them.
- George's Sword
Saint George's sword is one of the most versatile plants to have at home. This is because it easily adapts to different temperature and lighting conditions, in addition to not requiring frequent watering. Among the gases filtered by this species, toluene, benzene, trichloroethylene, xylene and formaldehyde should be highlighted.
- aloe vera
Considered one of the greatest toxin filterers, aloe vera has the ability to eliminate substances such as benzene and formaldehyde, mainly present in cleaning products. When in contact with these compounds, the leaves of this species change color to brown, thus indicating that the air is polluted. In order for the aloe vera to remain healthy, it is necessary to place it in an environment with a lot of light.
Now that you know the species that can be useful to purify the air in smaller environments. So, just look for a garden house closest to you and get your little plant now!
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