Keep these plants at home and you will never have to worry about lingering formaldehyde again
Keep these plants at home and you will never have to worry about lingering formaldehyde again; I regret not knowing this sooner
After a new home is renovated, there will be a strong odor, and it takes some time before you can move in. This is because the main component of renovation materials is formaldehyde, which produces harmful gases during home decoration. We all know that excessively high formaldehyde levels are extremely harmful to the human body. When formaldehyde concentration is too high, it can cause a series of diseases, and in severe cases it may even cause cancer. Usually, the only option is to open the windows for ventilation to let the odor disperse. However, this method has a major drawback: it takes a very long time to completely remove formaldehyde. But besides this method, there is a faster approach, which is to place several kinds of plants in the home. They can not only purify formaldehyde but also make the indoor space more beautiful.
There are many plants that absorb carbon dioxide and formaldehyde, and first among them is the Brazilian cactus (Euphorbia tirucalli). One advantage of the Brazilian cactus is that it can absorb carbon dioxide both day and night, while most plants release carbon dioxide at night. In addition, this Brazilian cactus can also serve as a fence, and placing it on a balcony is also very attractive.
Another one worth mentioning is the cactus. We all know that the cactus is a relatively easy plant to grow. Even in hot Africa, it can survive well and thrive. Placing a pot of cactus at home is a very good choice, and the cactus can also absorb dust; African jasmine (Jasminum sambac) can also absorb harmful gases such as carbon dioxide, but this kind of plant needs to be placed in a very humid place. It can kill bacteria in the air and can also help with sleep.
Ivy is also a good plant. Placing a pot of it at home is very pleasing to the eye. It can also absorb dust and can remove some of the nicotine in tobacco, making it a healthy and beautiful plant.
When it comes to plants that purify the air, the one people are more familiar with is pothos (Epipremnum aureum). Pothos has a particularly strong ability to absorb harmful substances. If pothos is placed in a new home, people can move into the new home more quickly, and it gives a feeling of vitality.
In addition to the plants mentioned above, there are also very many plants that can remove formaldehyde, absorb carbon dioxide and purify the air, such as maidenhair fern (Adiantum) and aloe (Aloe), which are all good choices. It is not only in a new home; whenever you place some plants at home, it is a choice that is both healthy and beautiful, and plants can also bring people endless good mood.