These house plants are not only decorative, but many people also report that they feel more relaxed, healtheir and with a sense of well being when they keep plants.
Scientists have found that plants also seem to be able to help us concentrate better and even keep us away or recover from an illness.
Certain common house plants even absorb and harmlessly process toxins such as carbon monoxide and formaldehyde from the atmosphere and reduce emissions from electronic items such as computers and mobile phones.
Why Keep indoor plants?
- Decorate the room, adding colour, shape and character.
- Give a fresh, alive and energetic feeling to interior spaces.
- Reduces stress and anxiety, by enjoying the natural wonder of living things.
- Remind us to be eco-friendly in our daily habits and routines
- Increase humidity in a dry room, which means less flu, fewer coughs and colds.
- Help reduce noise levels by blocking outdoor sound, when placed near a window.
- Clean the air, removing pollutants and dust from the air.
From: Home Fix: The DIY Stor
