What's Happening?
Houseplants such as gerbera daisies and devil's ivy are being highlighted for their air-purifying capabilities, according to a recent article. These plants can absorb pollutants like trichloroethylene,
benzene, and formaldehyde, which are common in household cleaners and solvents. Gerbera daisies require direct sunlight and frequent watering, while devil's ivy is known for its resilience and needs watering every seven to ten days. Despite their benefits, houseplants alone are not sufficient to address dust and fine particulate matter, for which air purifiers are recommended. The article also mentions a tech startup, Neoplants, which claims to enhance plants' air-cleaning abilities significantly.
Why It's Important?
The use of houseplants for air purification is gaining attention as a cost-effective and energy-efficient alternative to traditional air purifiers, especially with rising energy costs. While houseplants can improve indoor air quality by removing certain pollutants, they do not replace the need for air purifiers to handle dust and fine particulate matter. This highlights a growing interest in sustainable living solutions that combine natural and technological approaches to improve home environments. The development of enhanced plants by companies like Neoplants could lead to more effective natural air purification methods in the future.
