Best Air-Purifying Houseplants
NASA-studied plants that naturally clean indoor air by removing toxins like formaldehyde, benzene, and trichloroethylene.
NASA Clean Air Study
In 1989, NASA studied plants for air purification in space stations. They found certain houseplants effectively remove common indoor pollutants through their leaves and roots.
🏆 Top Air-Purifying Plants
Converts CO2 to oxygen at night—perfect for bedrooms. Removes formaldehyde and benzene.
Removes ammonia, benzene, formaldehyde, and trichloroethylene. Also blooms in low light!
Effective at removing formaldehyde from the air. Nearly indestructible and fast-growing.
Removes formaldehyde and xylene. Pet-safe and produces cute baby plants!
Large leaves = more surface area for air cleaning. Removes formaldehyde effectively.
Best at removing formaldehyde. Also acts as a natural humidifier. Pet-safe!
🧪 Common Indoor Pollutants
Found in: Furniture, carpets, paint, cleaning products
Found in: Plastics, synthetic fibers, detergents, paint
Found in: Dry cleaning, adhesives, paint removers
Found in: Cleaning products, floor waxes, fertilizers
💡 How Many Plants Do You Need?
NASA's recommendation: 1 plant per 100 square feet (10 m²) of living space.
For a typical home, that means 15-20 plants. But even a few plants make a difference! Start small and add more as you get comfortable.
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