Purify Your Home Naturally – 6 Amazing Air Purifying House Plants




As proven in numerous studies conducted by NASA, bamboo palm removes formaldehyde and it also provides the effect of natural humidifier. 

This plant should be kept in the semi-sun area in your home, and it is best developed in temperatures of 60-75 degrees, and not less than 50.



2. Snake Plant


According to NASA, snake plant absorbs nitrogen oxides and formaldehyde. You may also find it as “mother-in-law’s tongue”, and it is considered as one of the most effective plants used to filter forlamdehyde, found in cleaning products, toilet paper, tissues and products for personal care.


Experts recommend keeping one in the bathroom -- low light and humidity are excellent for its development, and at the same time it will clean out all air pollutants.

3. Areca Palm


This plant is on the top of the list of plants ranged according to their efficacy in air cleanliness. Besides looking great, Areca Palm perfectly removes all airborne toxins, and it also regulated humidity, by releasing moisture into the air. 


There is evidence on its efficiency in removing salt from soil. It is resistant to pests and does not require any special treatment. It is best developed in semi-sun areas and temperatures ranging between 65-75 degrees.


4. Spider Plant


Amazing indoor plant excellent in removing toxins, including carbon monoxide. Spider plant is one of the top three favorites NASA chose when it comes to removing formaldehyde from the air.


5. Peace Lily


Also called “clean-all”. You can often find this plant in bathrooms or laundry rooms, since they are best in removing mold spores. Peace lilies also remove formaldehyde and trichloroethylene from the air.

This plant does not require any special conditions, it looks good in your home and it is amazing in removing chemicals from the air… is there anything you would add? It is best developed in temperatures ranging between 60-75 during the day, and 55-68 at night.


6. Gerbera Daisy


It not only looks gorgeous, but it also removes benzene from the air. Gerbera Daisy improves your sleep since it absorbs carbon dioxyde and gives off more oxygen. It is also effective in filtering benzene from inks. Keep some Gerbera Daisies in your laundry room or bedroom -- as long as these rooms are super light.