9 formaldehyde-removing plants that can be called formaldehyde killers
A harmful substance produced after renovating a new home - formaldehyde. If formaldehyde is not removed, it is very bad for human health after moving in. Besides ventilation, many plants are called formaldehyde killers, and can very effectively absorb formaldehyde and purify the air.
9 "killer" plants for removing formaldehyde:
1. Monstera (Monstera deliciosa)
If we consider only the ability to purify formaldehyde, no plant can compare with Monstera. It can absorb nearly 90% of formaldehyde, and also has the ability to absorb toluene and other volatile substances. Although Monstera looks ordinary, its effectiveness is very powerful, and it is especially suitable for placing in a newly renovated home.
2. Spider plant (Chlorophytum comosum)
Spider plant has the reputation of being a "green purifier". Its effect in adsorbing toxic gases is very good. One pot of spider plant can absorb 85% of the formaldehyde in a room, making it one of the most effective plants for removing formaldehyde. Generally, placing one or two pots of spider plant at home can absorb almost all the toxic gases in the air. Spider plant can even absorb secondhand smoke, so friends who smoke can place a pot at home.
3. Golden pothos (Epipremnum aureum)
Golden pothos is one of the most common green plants for purifying indoor air. It is a purely natural air purifier and can very effectively absorb harmful gases such as formaldehyde and benzene left after renovation. One pot of golden pothos can purify a room of about 10 sq m. After renovation, placing several pots of golden pothos at home can remove formaldehyde faster and better.
4. Ivy (Hedera helix)
Ivy has the characteristic of preferentially adsorbing harmful gases such as formaldehyde and benzene. Placing it at home can absorb formaldehyde more quickly. Not only that, ivy also has the effect of regulating indoor temperature and humidity, and can also reduce dust and lower noise. It is a very useful houseplant, and it also looks very good at home.
5. Aloe (Aloe vera)
Aloe has the reputation of being an "air purification expert". It is said that one pot of aloe is equivalent to nine biological air cleaners. Aloe's absorption of formaldehyde is especially strong. Not only that, aloe can also purify harmful gases such as carbon monoxide and sulfur dioxide. Placing aloe at home can also play a role in beautifying the environment.
6. Cast iron plant (Aspidistra elatior)
Cast iron plant is also a strong performer in absorbing formaldehyde, and is very suitable for placing in newly renovated homes. It can not only effectively purify harmful gases in indoor air, but also regulate indoor humidity and temperature. This plant has large leaves and is quite suitable for ornamental use and greening the environment. Placing a pot at home is simply ideal.
7. Snake plant (Sansevieria trifasciata)
Snake plant can also absorb formaldehyde in the air, and also has a purifying effect on heavy metal particles in the air. Snake plant also has a rather special trait, which is that it can absorb carbon dioxide and release oxygen at night, and can also increase the number of negative ions beneficial to the human body. It is a plant very suitable for placing indoors.
8. Peace lily (Spathiphyllum)
Because of its appearance, the peace lily is also called "smooth sailing". It can effectively filter harmful gases such as formaldehyde and benzene in the air, and can also purify various waste gases exhaled by the human body. The peace lily has a strong transpiration ability, which means it can also regulate indoor humidity, and it is called a natural humidifier.
9. Umbrella tree (Schefflera arboricola)
Umbrella tree can not only absorb formaldehyde, but also absorb secondhand smoke. If there are smokers in the home, a pot of umbrella tree can be placed there. After all, whether it is formaldehyde or secondhand smoke, the harm to the human body is very great. For the sake of family members, try to avoid letting them breathe secondhand smoke.