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Ivy Ivy is currently the most effective indoor plant for absorbing formaldehyde. At the same time, ivy can also absorb toxic substances such as benzene; under 24-hour lighting conditions, it can remove 90% of the benzene in indoor areas. Furthermore, it can also absorb particulate dust. Aloe vera: Potted aloe vera is known as an expert at air purification; one potted plant is equivalent to nine biological air purifiers, capable of absorbing harmful substances such as formaldehyde, carbon dioxide, sulfur dioxide, and carbon monoxide. Under 4 hours of light exposure, a pot of aloe vera can remove 90% of formaldehyde from one square meter of air, kill harmful microorganisms in the air, and absorb dust. When the level of harmful air indoors is too high, the leaves of aloe vera develop spots. Adiantum Adiantum is capable of absorbing nicotine, formaldehyde, benzene, and xylene. Those who work with paint and coatings all day long, or those who have smokers around them, should keep at least one potted fern in their workplace. This article is from the National Decoration Pollution Detection, Prevention, and Supervision Service Platform (http://iaq.hse365.net): indoor air testing, formaldehyde testing, indoor air quality assessment. Sansevieria: The plant compounds contained in sansevieria have antibacterial properties, enabling them to eliminate bacteria and viruses in the air, thus offering health benefits. Snake Plant: The snake plant can help improve air quality in rooms where windows are not opened frequently for ventilation. It has disinfecting properties; especially in bedrooms, it can effectively absorb waste gases, thereby improving the privacy of that space. Epipremnum aureum: This plant has great vitality and a strong ability to absorb harmful substances; it can help improve air quality in rooms where windows are not opened frequently for ventilation. Spider plants can also eliminate harmful substances such as formaldehyde. Its functions are no less than those of ivy and spider plant. Cacti Cacti possess strong anti-inflammatory and antibacterial properties; when it comes to dealing with pollution, they are the best plants for reducing electromagnetic radiation. Furthermore, cacti absorb carbon dioxide and release oxygen at night. Placing cacti in the living room at night can help increase oxygen levels, which is beneficial for sleep. Spider Plant: The spider plant is able to carry out photosynthesis in low light conditions, and it can absorb toxic and harmful gases from the air. Generally, keeping 1 to 2 spider plants in a room allows them to release oxygen throughout the 24 hours, while simultaneously absorbing substances such as formaldehyde, styrene, carbon monoxide, and carbon dioxide from the air. Monstera deliciosa: Its air-purifying capacity is somewhat weaker, but it is quite effective at removing formaldehyde. Additionally, it can absorb carbon dioxide and release oxygen at night, which is very helpful in increasing the oxygen level indoors. Bamboo As a plant with large leaves, bamboo’s most notable feature is its ability to trap dust, a capability that surpasses that of ordinary plants.
First of all, thank the original poster for sharing. If possible, could you explain how to take care of these plants?