Air‑Purifying Plants - 10 Potted Plants for Home Use

Each of us would like to live in good conditions. It's not about the salary or the number of square meters that we own, but rather about the quality of the air or the certainty and confidence that our health is not threatened by anything - especially in our own home. Good air quality is becoming more and more difficult (especially in big cities), so today I'm going to introduce you to some air-purifying pot plants. If you're wondering what plants to choose for your bedroom, be sure to consider the ones below!

Potted plants that purify the air

Let's start with the classic one, often ridiculed and considered old-fashioned. Fern is rather found in offices or school corridors, while it is not often taken in the bedroom. However, this is a big mistake, because this plant effectively fights against pollution. It absorbs harmful compounds and humidifies the air.

More and more often you can find it on Instagram, and this means that this plant is back in favor! Thick and fleshy leaves of this plant are not only a beautiful decoration of any interior, but also absorb many harmful substances and toxins from the air. It is worth having it in your apartment, especially since it does not mind the lack of sun.

In the past it was also found in many homes, today it is more often found on school windowsills. No wonder - this plant doesn't require too much care and is very useful, so it should definitely appear in every home or workplace! Dracaena can neutralize many harmful substances including formaldehydes, which are used for example in the production of plastics. Additionally, it fits into many interiors.

Otherwise known as the house palm, it is not only very easy to care for, but also has decorative qualities and of course, the most important one, that is, it purifies the air. It can handle most toxic compounds including aldehyde.

A beautiful plant that should be in the mix where there are smokers. It can absorb the harmful compounds that are found in tobacco smoke and purify the air. As for its maintenance, it needs plenty of light but little moisture.

It is not only beautiful, but very useful when it comes to purifying the air. Its artistic qualities make it work well in any interior, while its ability to remove much of the poisonous substances will make you start breathing better air. It will also be able to remove a considerable amount of poisonous substances from cigarette smoke as well as alcohol.

Ivy has a very good effect on our environment. Just like dracaena, it absorbs formaldehyde. Ivy is an easy to maintain plant, it does not require much sun and little water.

This is a very popular plant lately. It owes everything to its beautiful and large leaves. Not many people know, however, that sansewieria is great at cleaning the air of, among others, formaldehyde or benzene. It is easy to maintain - it does not require much water and needs a moderate amount of light.

It is easy to grow and looks beautiful. It can remove not only formaldehyde but also liquid hydrocarbon, xylene and trichloroethylene from the air. The plant grows quickly, but you can easily trim its stems. Additionally, it can stand in both light and dark places.

Aloe vera is a plant worth having in your home. Not only will it help you maintain your health or flawless beauty, but it also cleanses the air of harmful substances. Remember, however, that it needs plenty of light and positive temperatures. Aloe doesn't need a lot of water, but it grows fast and you should remember about that when finding a place for it on your windowsill.

Which air-purifying plants do you like best? Or do you have one at home?