Back in 1989, aNASAClean Air Studytested 19 different species of plants to see if they would effectively clean the air. They found that in just 24 hours, the leaves and roots of the plants removed up to 87% of the formaldehyde, benzene, and trichloroethylene from the air, while oxygen w...
Now That's Interesting A 1989 NASA study found snake plant could clean the air of pollutants like formaldehyde and benzene in sealed environments, but a 2019 study in the Journal of Exposure Science & Environmental Epidemiology failed to replicate those results. Frequently Answered Questions What doe...
Clean your house plants. Keeping plants dust-free not only helps them stay healthy and attractive, it also helps to rid them of insects. Before resorting to harsh chemicals to control pests, try to remove insects by wiping them off with a damp cloth or with soapy water. If that doesn't...
It’s easy to buy houseplants online, and taking care of plants is not as hard as it seems either. As long as you pick the right plant for you, you’re good to go. Besides, having indoor plants has a lot of benefits. It helps clean the air in your home, reduces toxins, and pro...
Wiping dust off leaves not only makes them more attractive, it helps leaves to take in air and sunlight. And that makes it healthier, less prone to house plant diseases and bugs. Clean your pruning shears to avoid transferring diseases from one plant to the next.Rust...
relatively new brand (with high demand at the moment!) that appeals to me because their humidifiers put out hydrated air instead of mist. This means not as many potentially harmful particles in the air. Apparently, they’re much easier to clean and there’s also a filter to change which ...