Put these plants on your desk and stay energized all day

These days most people are working, and at work they basically face a computer or endless paperwork, which feels extremely dull. In that case, you can put out some flowers and plants, which not only purify the air but also help ease the pressure brought by work. But the workplace may have rather weak light and not very good ventilation, so here are several plants suitable for growing in the office!

Snake plant

The snake plant (Sansevieria) has strong adaptability and is a typical shade-tolerant plant. It does not like direct strong light, is not heat-tolerant, is fairly drought-tolerant and afraid of waterlogging. If the office allows, open the window a little. The snake plant's leaves stay green all year round and have irregular spots, making it look very lively. In addition, the snake plant can effectively purify harmful gases indoors such as ethylene and carbon monoxide.

Aloe

Aloe has extremely strong vitality. It does not like direct strong light, tolerates partial shade, is fairly drought-tolerant but not waterlogging-tolerant, and the window can be opened a little for ventilation. Aloe's leaves are evergreen all year round and have some small spines; placed in the office, it looks quite small and cute. In addition, it can purify harmful gases indoors such as carbon monoxide and sulfur dioxide.

Calathea

Calathea care prefers a warm, humid environment. It is afraid of waterlogging and does not like strong direct sun, otherwise the leaves are easily scorched; it tolerates partial shade. Calathea's leaves are evergreen all year round, with beautiful feather-like markings on them. Placing it on the desk could not be more suitable, and one look at it makes you feel relaxed in body and mind.

Cactus ball

The cactus ball has extremely strong vitality. It likes to grow in a high-temperature, dry environment, is drought-tolerant, can go a long time without watering, and should be placed in a spot with better light. The cactus ball is evergreen all year round and covered all over with small spines; placed on the desk it has a distinctive charm of its own. In addition, the cactus ball can purify indoor air and also protect against radiation.