{"id":507,"date":"2019-11-12T19:06:24","date_gmt":"2019-11-12T19:06:24","guid":{"rendered":""},"modified":"2022-11-09T11:56:32","modified_gmt":"2022-11-09T11:56:32","slug":"is-smog-taking-your-breath-away-breathfree-with-these-air-purifying-plants","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/fablog.floweraura.com\/is-smog-taking-your-breath-away-breathfree-with-these-air-purifying-plants\/","title":{"rendered":"Is Smog Taking your Breath Away? #breathfree with These Air Purifying Plants"},"content":{"rendered":"<p>Watch your breath! Smog is affecting your lungs and heart! <\/p>\n<p>The onset of winter accompanied by the poor air quality in the environment has spelled trouble for many. You see many people walking on the road wearing masks to protect themselves from the deadly pollution that has been creating havoc and making it difficult for everyone to breathe. The haze and rising pollution make for a deadly combination for people with respiratory disorders or an underlying heart condition. The air quality has deteriorated sharply during the past few days. <\/p>\n<div style=\"width: 100%;\"><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/floweraura-blog-img.s3.ap-south-1.amazonaws.com\/smog+Breath+Away\/plants+Cover+Picture.jpg\" alt=\"Air Purifying Plants for Pollution-Free Breathe\" title=\"Air Purifying Plants for Pollution-Free Breathe\"  style=\"width: 100%;\" \/><\/div>\n<p><\/p>\n<p>Of course, masks do help but it doesn\u2019t provide you with clean and pure air. We can\u2019t completely vanish deadly pollutants around you but we can give you a helping hand to overcome this big problem. <\/p>\n<h2 id=\"sweet\">Plants to the Rescue&#8230;<\/h2>\n<p> Plants don\u2019t just look good instead, they make us feel good with their beauty and so many health benefits. So, to make you feel good and to rescue you from the harmful and toxic gases around you we have bought you some best air purifying plants, to know more continue reading (hope your screens are smog-free). <\/p>\n<h2 id=\"sweet\">Snake Plant<\/h2>\n<p> One of the topmost<a href=\"https:\/\/www.floweraura.com\/plants\/type\/air-purifying\"> air-purifying plants<\/a> known, this plant removes at least 107 known air pollutants, including formaldehyde, chloroform, benzene, xylene, carbon monoxide, nitrogen monoxide, and trichloroethylene among many others. It also provides ample amounts of oxygen throughout the night, making it a great plant to keep in the bedroom.<\/p>\n<div id=\"blog-all-images\"><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/floweraura-blog-img.s3.ap-south-1.amazonaws.com\/smog+Breath+Away\/Snake+Plant.jpg\" alt=\"Snake Plant\" title=\"Snake Plant\" \/><\/div>\n<p><\/p>\n<h2 id=\"sweet\">Devil\u2019s Ivy<\/h2>\n<p> It is a powerful air-purifying plant that will clean the air in your house very effectively, due to its particular affinity for volatile organic compounds most commonly in the form of off-gassing from synthetic paint or carpets. <\/p>\n<div id=\"blog-all-images\"><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/floweraura-blog-img.s3.ap-south-1.amazonaws.com\/smog+Breath+Away\/Devil%E2%80%99s+Ivy.jpg\" alt=\"Devil\u2019s Ivy\" title=\"Devil\u2019s Ivy\" \/><\/div>\n<p><\/p>\n<h2 id=\"sweet\">Peace Lily<\/h2>\n<p>The peace lily is best known for its capability to fight against toxic gases such as carbon monoxide and formaldehyde. Peace lilies are relatively easy to care for and even show signs of limp or weakness when they need to be watered. They can be mildly harmful to humans and pets, so it&#8217;s necessary to wash your hands after touching the plant.<\/p>\n<div id=\"blog-all-images\"><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/floweraura-blog-img.s3.ap-south-1.amazonaws.com\/smog+Breath+Away\/Peace+Lily.jpg\" alt=\"Peace Lily\" title=\"Peace Lily\" \/><\/div>\n<p><\/p>\n<h2 id=\"sweet\">Bamboo Palm<\/h2>\n<p>Also known as the Areca Palm or the Butterfly Palm, the Bamboo Palm is an excellent indoor, air-purifying plant, with a particular fondness for formaldehyde, benzene, and carbon monoxide. Another benefit apart from purifying toxic, it is also a natural humidifier, producing a liter of water every 24 hours. All these features make it a perfect plant for dry climates or those with breathing issues.<\/p>\n<div id=\"blog-all-images\"><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/floweraura-blog-img.s3.ap-south-1.amazonaws.com\/smog+Breath+Away\/Bamboo+Palm.jpg\" alt=\"Bamboo Palm\" title=\"Bamboo Palm\" \/><\/div>\n<p><\/p>\n<h2 id=\"sweet\">Chrysanthemum<\/h2>\n<p>Chrysanthemum also known as disbuds makes a great floral arrangement, but known as the best air purifiers around. They are among the most difficult air purifiers to grow, but the payoff blooms beautifully colored. They enjoy good airflow, drinking water with bright indirect sunlight, and only hot water, ensuring that they are allowed to dry completely between drinks.<\/p>\n<div id=\"blog-all-images\"><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/floweraura-blog-img.s3.ap-south-1.amazonaws.com\/smog+Breath+Away\/Chrysanthemum.jpg\" alt=\"Chrysanthemum\" title=\"Chrysanthemum\" \/><\/div>\n<p><\/p>\n<h2 id=\"sweet\">Chinese Evergreen<\/h2>\n<p>Chinese evergreen does not require much care and is ideal to be kept on a work desk or living room\u2019s side table. The plant thrives in medium and low sunlight and lives for up to 10 years. The plant filters benzene and formaldehyde.<\/p>\n<div id=\"blog-all-images\"><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/floweraura-blog-img.s3.ap-south-1.amazonaws.com\/smog+Breath+Away\/Chinese+Evergreen.jpg\" alt=\"Chinese Evergreen\" title=\"Chinese Evergreen\" \/><\/div>\n<p><\/p>\n<h2 id=\"sweet\">Areca palm<br \/>\n<\/h2>\n<p>Like all plants, the areca palm is biologically engineered to take in carbon dioxide and release oxygen. However, what sets areca palm apart is its ability to purify the environment by removing hazardous chemicals such as formaldehyde, xylene, and toluene.\n<\/p>\n<div id=\"blog-all-images\"><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/floweraura-blog-img.s3.ap-south-1.amazonaws.com\/Watch+your+breath!+Smog+is+affecting+your+lungs+and+heart!\/Areca-palm.jpg\" alt=\"Areca Palm\" title=\"Areca Palm\" \/><\/div>\n<p><\/p>\n<h2 id=\"sweet\">Aloe Vera<br \/>\n<\/h2>\n<p>Apart from one of the best medicinal plants, Aloe Vera is known as the best air purifying plants of all time. While on hand to soothe any kitchen burn, this succulent will purify the air of formaldehyde and benzene, which are found in varnishes, floor finishes, and detergents.\n<\/p>\n<div id=\"blog-all-images\"><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/floweraura-blog-img.s3.ap-south-1.amazonaws.com\/Watch+your+breath!+Smog+is+affecting+your+lungs+and+heart!\/Aloe-Vera.jpg\" alt=\"aloe vera\" title=\"aloe vera\" \/><\/div>\n<p><\/p>\n<h2 id=\"sweet\">Parlor palm<br \/>\n<\/h2>\n<p>Popular during the Victorian era, parlor palms are still popular today thanks to their ability to adapt to the low light conditions found in most homes. They can also remove benzene and trichlorethylene from your home or workplace, according to a NASA study on air-cleaning plants.\n<\/p>\n<div id=\"blog-all-images\"><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/floweraura-blog-img.s3.ap-south-1.amazonaws.com\/Watch+your+breath!+Smog+is+affecting+your+lungs+and+heart!\/Parlour-Palm.jpg\" alt=\"parlour palm\" title=\"parlour palm\" \/><\/div>\n<p><\/p>\n<h2 id=\"sweet\">Rubber Plants<br \/>\n<\/h2>\n<p>Rubber plants are the evergreen trees of India. Their roots grow upward and often become tangled around the stem of the plant, creating interesting shapes. These plants prefer bright, filtered light and sometimes a little attention.\n<\/p>\n<div id=\"blog-all-images\"><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/floweraura-blog-img.s3.ap-south-1.amazonaws.com\/Watch+your+breath!+Smog+is+affecting+your+lungs+and+heart!\/Rubber-Plants.jpg\" alt=\"rubber plants\" title=\"rubber plants\" \/><\/div>\n<p><\/p>\n<h2 id=\"sweet\">Money Plant<br \/>\n<\/h2>\n<p>Featured by NASA, one of the best air purifying plants, the plant is renowned for its ability to remove chemicals and other pollutants from the air, especially benzene, formaldehyde, xylene, and toluene.\n<\/p>\n<div id=\"blog-all-images\"><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/floweraura-blog-img.s3.ap-south-1.amazonaws.com\/Watch+your+breath!+Smog+is+affecting+your+lungs+and+heart!\/Money-plant.jpg\" alt=\"money plant\" title=\"money plant\" \/><\/div>\n<p><\/p>\n<h2 id=\"sweet\">Spider Plant<br \/>\n<\/h2>\n<p>In addition to NASA research, other studies have shown that spider plants can remove particles such as dust and ash at a higher rate than other surfaces in a home.Placed near a fireplace, for example, spider plants can potentially attract ash particles that would otherwise end up elsewhere in the room.\n<\/p>\n<div id=\"blog-all-images\"><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/floweraura-blog-img.s3.ap-south-1.amazonaws.com\/Watch+your+breath!+Smog+is+affecting+your+lungs+and+heart!\/spider+plant.jpg\" alt=\"spider plant\" title=\"spider plant\" \/><\/div>\n<p><\/p>\n<h2 id=\"sweet\">Pothos<br \/>\n<\/h2>\n<p>Another air purifying plant on the list is Pothos. They prefer low-light and handle a wide range of conditions and still perform well. Ideally, it should have low to medium light and should dry out between waterings.\n<\/p>\n<div id=\"blog-all-images\"><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/floweraura-blog-img.s3.ap-south-1.amazonaws.com\/Watch+your+breath!+Smog+is+affecting+your+lungs+and+heart!\/Pothos.jpg\" alt=\"pothos\" title=\"pothos\" \/><\/div>\n<p><\/p>\n<h2 id=\"sweet\">Weeping Fig<br \/>\n<\/h2>\n<p>A popular houseplant since Victorian times, weeping figs can help combat formaldehyde, xylene, and toluene levels. They are quite fussy plants that do not like change. Keep your weeping fig in bright, indirect light away from drafts, and it will be a dependable purifier for many years to come.\n<\/p>\n<div id=\"blog-all-images\"><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/floweraura-blog-img.s3.ap-south-1.amazonaws.com\/Watch+your+breath!+Smog+is+affecting+your+lungs+and+heart!\/Weeping-fig.jpg\" alt=\"Weeping fig\" title=\"Weeping fig\" \/><\/div>\n<p><\/p>\n<h2 id=\"sweet\">Lady palm<br \/>\n<\/h2>\n<p>It is one of the few plants that can help reduce ammonia levels found in a range of cleaning products. They are expensive to grow fully grown, so you might want to shop around for a smaller one or start from seed.\n<\/p>\n<div id=\"blog-all-images\"><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/floweraura-blog-img.s3.ap-south-1.amazonaws.com\/Watch+your+breath!+Smog+is+affecting+your+lungs+and+heart!\/Lady-palm.jpg\" alt=\"lady palm\" title=\"lady palm\" \/><\/div>\n<p><\/p>\n<h2 id=\"sweet\">Lastly, Stay Hydrated<\/h2>\n<p>Keep the body hydrated and drink as much water as you can. Also, make sure you are consuming enough juice. So, these were some top most air-purifying plants which will make it easy for you to breathe clean. Either gift your loved ones or order for yourself, some air-purifying plants from one and only FlowerAura.<\/p>\n<style type=\"text\/css\">\n#blog-all-images {\n    margin: auto auto 20px;\n    width: 80%;\n}<\/p>\n<p>.sublist{\nmargin-left:20px;\n}\n.sublist li{\n    list-style-type: initial;\n   color:#464646;\nmargin-bottom:10px;\n}<\/p>\n<p>span{\ncolor:#464646;\n}<\/p>\n<p>#blog-all-images img{\nborder: 1px solid #777;\nwidth:100%;\nmax-width: 100%;<\/p>\n<p>}\n.main-heading {\nmargin: 0 0 10px !important;\n}\n#sweet {\ncolor: #c10504 !important;\nfont-size: 16px !important;\nfont-weight: bold !important;\nmargin-top: 0 !important;\ntext-align: left;\n}\n.blog-hd {\ncolor:c10504;\nfont-style: italic;<\/p>\n<p>}\n.decor-blog {\nfont-size: 16px;\n    font-style: italic;\n    color: #c10 !important;\n}\n<\/style>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>Watch your breath! Smog is affecting your lungs and heart! 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