Having at least one houseplant is a must. However, it is ideal if there is as much greenery as possible. Living with plants offers numerous benefits, many of which you may not be aware of. Let’s explore some of the most significant ones.
It’s well-known that certain houseplants can purify the air of pollutants. Your apartment may contain various chemicals you might not know about. In the long run, this can be a problem resulting in health issues. Ammonia, formaldehyde, benzene, trichloroethylene, and xylene can be hazardous substances. They are often found in home environments and are introduced by commonly used objects or materials. However, certain plants are capable of tolerating these substances, and those with abundant foliage can significantly aid in environmental recovery. Such plants include dracaena, Zanzibar gem, sansevieria, peace lily, watermelon peperomia, Epipremnum, figs, and many varieties of cacti and succulents. These plants can also help eliminate harmful electrosmog produced by computers. You will appreciate them in the study, where they can improve concentration and increase motivation. They also suit other parts of the apartment well.
Valuable Benefits
Several indoor plants can also increase the humidity in the apartment, creating a fitting environment for allergy sufferers. This greenery is priceless in today’s interiors, where drier air prevails. In general, the highest effect is achieved with plants that have larger leaves. However, it is essential to choose the types that will suit the conditions of your apartment. Proven humidifiers are philodendrons, fiddle-leaved figs, monsteras, palms, peace lily, laceleaf, aspidistra, Schefflera, and other species. However, if the plants are to benefit you, it is essential to give them a suitable place and take care of them properly. Choosing according to how much time you can set aside for care is also necessary.
The greenery, which requires almost no attention and is not threatened by diseases or pests, includes Zanzibar gem, dracaena, aglaonema, Shefflera, Beaucarnea (elephant’s foot tree), fig tree, spiderwort, philodendron, pandan, sansevieria, and other representatives. This greenery evokes pleasant harmony and relieves tired eyes and stress with its decorative leaves. There are many types of them, and having several species with leaves in different shades of green is beneficial. Although flowering plants are a pleasant addition to the interior, their beauty often lasts too short. Among indoor plants with decorative leaves, you will find species whose foliage is not only green but also colorful. Their leaves may be burgundy, white, yellow-green, pink, or dark shades.
A Modern Twist
It’s always beneficial to incorporate greenery into your space, particularly by choosing larger, more striking plants. A single, substantial plant can make a bigger impact in a living room or another prominent area than several smaller ones. However, indoor greenery can also take on a modern twist. For instance, green walls are currently in vogue. Besides, hanging plants using macramé, creating kokedama, or designing an eye-catching plant terrarium can serve as beautiful focal points in your interior. In addition to the overall attractiveness, the common feature of all these methods is that these vivid compositions can significantly save space and fit into even the most miniature interiors.
Text and photos: Daniel Košťál
