Plants That Clean The Air In Your House

The air in your house can contain pollutants, allergens, and irritants, which can negatively affect your health in all kinds of ways. With people spending even more time at home, it's a good idea to find ways to detoxify the air. Did you know that certain kinds of plants can do just that? House plants also make you more calm and relaxed, and have been shown to improve memory and concentration!

Here are some examples of plants that will help detoxify the air in your home.

Peace Lily

These vibrant green beauties have a lovely blossom in the spring or summer and are easy to take care of. They are renowned for removing carbon dioxide and formaldehyde from their environment.

Mother-in-Law's Tongue

The name alone recommends this hardy succulent plant! This is a great plant for those of us with a "black thumb" that struggle with keeping plants alive. And it's known to remove pollutants from the air!

Spider Plant

Spider plants are bright and easy to care for. They are great for a hanging planter, and thrive in indirect sunlight. They remove toxins like formaldehyde and benzene from the air.

Pothos

These pretty plants grow vines and are beautiful in a hanging planter or along a shelf. They clean the air of a number of toxins.

Broad Lady Palm

This highly adaptable plant is lush and easy to take care of. It will grow up to six feet tall, and clears the air of a variety of toxins like ammonia, carbon dioxide, formaldehyde, and xylene.