5 best foliage plants that clean the air in the room

Air purifiers are quite popular, but the effects of foliage plants, which are eco-friendly air purifiers that do not require electricity bills and clean the air in the room with just a little love of sunlight and water, are also attracting attention. According to NASA research, there seems to be a difference in the ability of plants to decompose harmful substances in the air, and the 5 best foliage plants with high air purifying effect have been announced. It may be a good idea to consider the ease of growing and the balance with the interior.

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Houseplants reduce carbon dioxide in the room by photosynthesis and supply oxygen, and also have a humidifying effect from the soil of leaves and flower pots. In addition, it can be expected to have the effect of adsorbing and decomposing harmful substances such as formaldehyde to prevent sick building syndrome , so it may not be a loss to incorporate it into the living room or children's room in this season when it is cold and tends to neglect ventilation.

So, the following are the super-excellent foliage plants that have been recognized by NASA for their air purifying effect and are also on the ' Children's Safe Plants List ' by the Parents Center in the United States.

1st place: Orizururan

2nd place: Sansevieria

3rd place: Dracaena Fragrance (Corn Plant)

A plant belonging to the genus Dracaena of the Agavaceae family, which is sometimes called the 'tree of happiness' in Japan.

4th place: Potos

5th place: Aglaonema (Chinese Evergreen)

Subfamily Aglaonema.

In addition, although ivy etc. are recognized to have a high air purifying effect, it is not recommended to put it in a children's room because it is toxic.