Have you ever wondered what it is that we are actually breathing each day?It's no wonder that with all of the pollutants and chemicals in our world that we have so many individuals with unexplainable and confusing health problems.
A team of scientist along with NASA put together a list of household plants that not only look great in your home decor, but actually help make the air you breathe safer.
| Benzene | Inks, oils, paints, plastics, rubber, dyes, detergents, gasoline, pharmaceutical, tobacco smoke, synthetic fibers | English Ivy, Dracaena marginata, Janet Craig, Warneckei, Chrysanthemum, Gerbera Daisy, Peace lily |
| Formaldehyde | Foam insulation, plywood, pressed-wood products, grocery bags, waxed paper, fire retardants, adhesive binders in floor coverings, cigarette smoke, natural gas | Azalea, Philodendron, Spider plant, Golden Pothos, Bamboo palm, Corn plant, Chrysanthemum, Mother-in-law's tongue |
| Trichloroethylene | Primarily used in the metal degreasing and dry cleaning industries; also in printing inks, paints, lacquers, varnishes, adhesives | Gerbera Daisy, Chrysanthemum, Peace lily, Warneckei, Dracaena marginata |
(NASA researchers recommend using at least 1 potted plant per 100 square feet of home or office space to achieve better air quality).
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We incorporate plants in many of our floral designs.
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