Bring the Outside In

Plants improve air quality, bring beauty into your home and boost emotional and spiritual wellbeing by giving you a chance to care for something. Plants in your bedroom could improve your sleep quality.

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Spider Plant

Spider plants don’t require constant attention. The plants have narrow leaves and get their name from the “small plantlets produced on long trailing stems that vaguely resemble spiders,” Spider plants are known to help purify the surrounding air.

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Peace Lily

These sturdy plants and may benefit your health over time. Peace lilies have air-cleaning properties and help to remove carbon dioxide and volatile organic compounds from the air.

Peace lilies can live for years.They’re easy to take care of and don’t need much light, so they’re perfect for shady spaces. Just keep them out of reach from pets and small children, as they can cause vomiting or tongue swelling if they’re ingested.

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Rubber Plants

Rubber plants make for great indoor houseplants. They’re generally easy to take care of and only need to be watered every week or so Just be sure to keep them firmly away from any pets and from young children, as they're known to be highly toxic when ingested.

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Elephant Ear Plants

These are organized into a group of tropical, perennial plants instantly recognizable by their big, heart-shaped leaves. They need bright light and regular watering to keep the soil moist, and they can get big and may need extra space. Some species have been grown for their edible starchy tubers, which are a food staple in certain tropical regions. Medicinally, the leaves have been noted for their use in treating insect stings.

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Snake Plants

Long known as “mother-in-law’s tongues,” the snake plant, features tall leaves that grow vertically. They’re decorative and extremely low-maintenance. The plants only need to be watered when the soil is dry, grow in any kind of light, and generally “thrive on neglect,”

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Ferns

The plants grow easily and look the best indoors in hanging baskets or on plant stands, which allow their fronds to drape. They need medium bright light and consistently moist soil, so they might require a bit more of your time.

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Pothos

When you picture a houseplant, the pothos is likely what comes to mind. Also known as devil’s ivy or golden pothos, the plants feature vibrant heart-shaped leaves that may be green or marbled green and yellow. They’re easy to grow, needing only indirect sunlight and infrequent watering.

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English Ivy

English ivy is a versatile plant that’s been shown to lower levels of carbon dioxide, formaldehyde, and toxins in the air. They can be grown outside or indoors. As a houseplant, the ivy grows well in hanging baskets or pots, and can be trained to grow along a trellis or shape. They grow best in direct sunlight and need to be watered thoroughly once the soil dries out.

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Succulents and Cacti

These plants are drought-resistant, meaning they don’t need regular watering; only just when the soil is completely dry. They also come in many shapes and sizes to decorate your space and can help clean the air. Some varieties, including the jade plant, can increase humidity in a room. Aloe vera plants, in particular, also have medicinal properties and can help heal cuts, burns, and other skin ailments.

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Herbs

Herbs may inspire you to cook for often and eat healthier. Growing your own basil, parsley, or mint is also cheaper than purchasing herbs from the grocery store. Several herbs, like chamomile and lavender, have been shown to reduce anxiety,

Plants offer immediate benefits by improving mood and stress management.They also provide long-term benefits, such as improving air quality which may reduce instances of headaches. Snake plants, spider plants, rubber plants, peace lilies, ferns, and English ivy are some of the best indoor plants for boosting oxygen levels and purifying the air.