Planting indoor plants became famous for their looks and the boho vibes it gives. It first became famous after Pinterest or Instagram marketed the greenery interior design for Gen Z that are busy spending more time inside their home on the internet whether seeking an online job or playing games. It gives them a taste of nature in the comfort of their homes. It not only looks good but is also good for your health. By the end of this article, you will know exactly what you need to know about the benefits of plants on your health.
Purifies Air
According to the research done at the University of Technology Sydney, one of the many benefits of plants is that they can remove approximately 70% of pollutants present in indoor air, regardless of an air conditioner or not, including the contaminates that are the result of synthetic materials of the furniture.
- Spider plant.
- English ivy.
- Devils’ ivy.
- Weeping fig.
- Dragon tree.
- Flamingo lily.
- Broad lady palm.
- Scarlet star bromeliad.
- Chinese evergreen.
- Kentia palm.
Accelerates Healing
Many research proves that plants help recover from any illness, wound, and surgery just by being around you, through observing speedy recovery on patients with plants near them as compared to patients without plants in their room. You may wonder how is it possible for a plant sitting in a corner to help you heal without eating or being used as an ointment? There are so many answers to it, one of them is that they help remove impurities from the air thus resulting into reduce the risk of catching another illness or infection. Another reason is that they have a positive impact on a patient’s mood. Best house plants that accelerate healing are:
- Aloe Vera.
- Ponytail palm.
- Kava
- Basil
- Common purslane.
- Passionflower
- Areca palm.
- English marigold.
- Boston fern.
Reduces Fatigue
Fatigue is hazardous for health, but we usually take it so lightly. It is because we do not know the negative effects of fatigue on our health. It not only affects our physical health but also psychological and emotional health. Fatigue, when not taken seriously, will negatively affect:
- Alertness.
- Productivity.
- Response.
- Creativity.
- Concentration.
- Memory.
- Judgment
All of these will result in uncountable mistakes in work and hindrance in daily life tasks. Another benefit of plants on your health includes reducing fatigue. It is clinically proven that people with plants in their workplace experienced visibly less fatigue than people without plants in their workspace. Enjoy maximum benefits of plants on your health by placing them 6-8 frets near your spot.
Boosts Creativity
Ever wondered why a walk in a park feels so refreshing? Why do artists prefer going for a walk when they can’t focus? We never wonder why our elders would always recommend going outside if we are stuck in studies for a while, it is because plants not only boost creativity but also accelerate productivity by sharpening focus and strengthening memory. So, the next time you find your to-do list stuck on the same level, get yourself a houseplant. Some of the plants that boost your productivity and creativity are:
- Lavender
- Ficus elastica (also known as rubber fig).
- Bamboo palm.
- Piles peperomiodes.
- Peace lily.
- Golden pothos.
- Rosemary
- Bonsai tree.
- Aloe Vera.
- Jade plant.
- Fiddle leaf fig.
- Snake plant.
