THESE INDOOR PLANTS CAN REMOVE TOXINS FROM YOUR HOME

Toxins are everywhere in our homes and are most times present in those things we buy everyday. Especially our everyday cleaning agents such as detergents and solvents. some of these toxins are attributed to have caused cancer over a period of time, amongst other terminal diseases whose causes are not particularly known. The air we breathe is as important as the food we eat or other health precautions we take.plants are natural, near cost free elements that can help us fight these toxins. i think this is better than buying an air purifier which runs on electricity. These are regular, easy to grow plants we find almost anywhere or a local florist around the neighbourhood. Here are some of the plants:
  ALOE VERA

This easy to grow, sun-loving succulent helps clear formaldehyde and benzene, which can be a by-product of chemical-based cleaners, paints and more. Aloe is a smart choice for a sunny kitchen window. Beyond its air-clearing abilities, the gel inside an aloe plant can help heal cuts and burns.

SPIDER PLANT

Even if you tend to neglect houseplants, you’ll have a hard time killing this resilient plant. With lots of rich foliage and tiny white flowers, the spider plant battles benzene, formaldehyde, carbon monoxide and xylene, a solvent used in the leather, rubber and printing industries.

SNAKE PLANT

This plant is one of the best for filtering out formaldehyde, which is common in cleaning products, toilet paper, tissues and personal care products. Put one in your bathroom — it’ll thrive with low light and steamy humid conditions while helping filter out air pollutants.

GOLDEN POTHOS

 Another powerful plant for tackling formaldehyde, this fast-growing vine will create a cascade of green from a hanging basket. Consider it for your garage since car exhaust is filled with formaldehyde. (Bonus: Golden pothos, also known as devil’s ivy, stays green even when kept in the dark.) 

CHRYSANTHEMUM

The colorful flowers of a mum can do a lot more than brighten a home office or living room; the blooms also help filter out benzene, which is commonly found in glue, paint, plastics and detergent. This plant loves bright light, and to encourage buds to open, you’ll need to find a spot near an open window with direct sunlight.

RED EDGED DRACEANA

The red edges of this easy dracaena bring a pop of color, and the shrub can grow to reach your ceiling. This plant is best for removing xylene, trichloroethylene and formaldehyde, which can be introduced to indoor air through lacquers, varnishes and gasoline.

WEEPING FIG

A fig in your living room can help filter out pollutants that typically accompany carpeting and furniture such as formaldehyde, benzene and trichloroethylene. Caring for a fig can be tricky, but once you get the watering and light conditions right, they will last a long time.

 ENGLISH IVY

A study found that the plant has been shown to filter out formaldehyde found in some household cleaning products.

WARNECK DRACEANA

Combat pollutants associated with varnishes and oils with this dracaena. The Warneckii grows inside easily, even without direct sunlight. With striped leaves forming clusters atop a thin stem, this houseplant can be striking, especially if it reaches its potential height of 12 feet.

CHINESE EVERGREEN

This easy-to-care-for plant can help filter out a variety of air pollutants and begins to remove more toxins as time and exposure continues. 

BAMBOO PALM

Also known as the reed palm, this small palm thrives in shady indoor spaces and often produces flowers and small berries. It tops the list of plants best for filtering out both benzene and trichloroethylene. They’re also a good choice for placing around furniture that could be off-gassing formaldehyde.

HEART LEAF PHILODENDRON

This climbing vine plant isn’t a good option if you have kids or pets — it's toxic when eaten, but it's a workhorse for removing all kinds of toxins. Philodendrons are particularly good at battling formaldehyde from sources like particleboard.