6 potted plants suitable for the bedroom, releasing oxygen at night and purifying harmful gases

Most people today know that keeping plants indoors is good for the household; they can absorb carbon dioxide and release oxygen, increasing indoor oxygen levels, and can also absorb harmful gases indoors. But few people realize that most plants carry out respiration at night, that is, they absorb oxygen and release carbon dioxide.

This is also why you should not place too many potted plants in the bedroom. There are also a very small number of plants that release oxygen at night and absorb carbon dioxide; it does not matter if you keep a few more of these plants in the bedroom.

Some plants can release oxygen even without carrying out photosynthesis. These plants can purify harmful formaldehyde, benzene and other allergens in indoor air, and can greatly improve the air quality at home, making people feel more relaxed, helping them fall asleep faster and reach deep sleep. They are excellent bedroom plants.

The six plants most suitable for growing in the bedroom:

1. Snake plant

The snake plant releases oxygen and absorbs carbon dioxide both day and night. It has a very good air-purifying effect and is extremely adaptable to its environment. It can grow well even in low-light conditions, and it has very low water needs and extremely strong drought tolerance; it can survive without watering for a month.

2. Kalanchoe

Kalanchoe is a succulent in the Crassulaceae family. It can continue to release oxygen and absorb carbon dioxide at night. Although the effect is relatively small, it is still better than nothing. It is suitable for growing on a windowsill with appropriate light, and in winter and spring it can also produce charming flowers.

Kalanchoe is especially easy to care for. It does not need frequent watering and likes a warm, dry environment year-round. Water thoroughly once the potting soil has dried out. Provide appropriate shade in summer and avoid freezing in winter.

3. Peace lily

Although the peace lily cannot release oxygen at night, it can filter formaldehyde and benzene from the air very well, and can also appropriately regulate indoor air humidity, which can relieve some symptoms of air allergies.

Caring for a peace lily is also very simple. It can adapt to low-light conditions; keep the growing location brightly lit. During the growing season, wait until about 3 cm of the soil surface has dried, then water thoroughly. It does not need frequent watering.

4. Aloe

Aloe releases oxygen from day through night. It is an especially low-maintenance plant and does not need frequent care. Frequent watering instead tends to cause root rot. When watering, do not pour water on the leaves or the center of the leaf rosette. Water thoroughly once the soil has dried out. The growing location should have appropriate scattered light and stay brightly lit.

5. Yew

The yew is a plant that can release oxygen 24 hours a day and is very suitable for growing in the bedroom. However, it likes ventilated conditions and an environment with a certain controlled humidity. The growing location should have appropriate scattered light and avoid dryness, otherwise its leaves tend to turn yellow.

6. Ivy

Although ivy cannot release oxygen at night, it can absorb excess allergens in the home and can purify most harmful gases indoors. It likes a cool, semi-shaded environment and can grow well in low-light spots. It is afraid of intense sun or excessive direct sunlight. During care, pay attention to regular watering and they will grow well.