Growing these 4 ornamental plants
1. Types of ornamental plants that can purify the air:
These are ornamental plants that can effectively purify the air and are affectionately called “mini vacuum cleaners” by many people. These plants have pores on the leaves that open at night and absorb many toxic substances such as carbon dioxide, formaldehyde, etc. The "representatives" of this type of plant include phalaenopsis orchids, pothos, aloe vera, tiger tongue, etc. Placing a pot in the house not only helps the homeowner decorate the living space, has good feng shui meaning, but also helps to quickly eliminate toxins in the air.
2. Types of ornamental plants with antibacterial effects:
Not everyone knows that familiar flowers such as roses, lilies, magnolias, wallflowers, etc. have both a faint fragrance and good antibacterial effects. Especially in winter, when we close the windows often to avoid the cold, the air in the house will not circulate and easily generate bacteria. At this time, just planting a few small pots of plants will always keep the house clean and fragrant.
In addition, if there are ornamental plants in the house that give off a scent, over time, the homeowner's clothes or personal items will always smell fragrant. as good as expensive perfumes.
3. Types of ornamental plants that can repel mosquitoes:
It would not be an exaggeration to say that this is the "savior" in the summer of families in repelling mosquitoes. In the summer, the weather is not only hot and humid, but there are also many mosquitoes and insects in the house. Even if you live in high, airy places, there can still be many mosquitoes and insects in your house. In particular, mosquitoes are the cause of dengue fever, which is extremely dangerous to human health. Insects will also cause discomfort and transmit diseases to us.
The ornamental plants that effectively repel mosquitoes that you should grow in your home are rosemary, lavender, marigolds, mint, geraniums, etc. You should place them in areas such as bedrooms, on top of shoe cabinets or balconies, etc.
4. Ornamental plants that produce oxygen:
According to many studies, on the stems of succulent plants originating from arid tropical regions such as cacti, stomata often close during the day and open at night. This special feature helps this ornamental plant absorb toxic carbon dioxide and increase the concentration of negative ions in the air. Plants such as pineapple, tiger tongue, aloe vera, etc. or ivy, wisteria, cloves, jasmine, mint, etc. also have many good effects. If aloe vera and tiger tongue have the effect of purifying the air, wisteria, ivy, etc. help reduce solar radiation as well as reduce the temperature in the house. Jasmine, mint, cloves… have a light fragrance, helping homeowners sleep easily, feel comfortable and relax.