Houseplants add life to any home and have the ability to purify the air. A study conducted by NASA in 1989 concluded that some plants are better than others at air purification. Plants remove harmful toxins such as formaldehyde, benzene, and other toxins found in cleaning products, paints, and flame retardants typically present in modern homes. Here is a selection of the best plants that can be placed in the bedroom for air purification, according to the British newspaper Express:
**Peace Lily**
The peace lily is one of the best air-purifying plants as it removes toxic gases such as benzene, formaldehyde, and carbon monoxide from the air. Additionally, it is an attractive plant with glossy dark green leaves and beautiful white flowers.
**Philodendron Scandens**
Philodendron scandens, known as the sweetheart plant due to its beautiful leaf shape, helps to remove formaldehyde from the air. Many heart-leaved varieties can be grown in hanging pots, and their leaves can drape attractively. The sweetheart plant is a strong and fast-growing climber, often reaching several meters in height, and can be grown in bright light away from direct sunlight.
**Snake Plant**
This common houseplant is native to Asia and Africa and can be identified by its sword-shaped, evergreen leaves that grow upright and resemble almost artificial foliage. Snake plants are often used as home decor because they are aesthetically pleasing, easy to care for, and require little water to survive. Like other houseplants, snake plants help filter indoor air and are also known for their ability to help remove toxic air pollutants.
**Spider Plant**
The spider plant has excellent air-purifying qualities and reproduces easily, meaning you can grow a spider plant in every room of the house at the same cost as a single plant. This plant has been shown to remove formaldehyde, xylene, and toluene from the atmosphere, making it an ideal houseplant for the bedroom.
