The US National Space Agency, NASA, investigated, found and listed in one list the best plants for oxygen purification in an extraterrestrial environment, such as the International Space Station. In addition to absorbing carbon dioxide and releasing oxygen, the plants on this list help neutralize significant amounts of hazardous substances such as benzene, formaldehyde, xylene, toluene, ethylene trichloride and ammonia from the surrounding air. You will be surprised to discover that these materials are not only in the space environment, but also in our homes, so you should know the plants listed so that you can grow them and keep clean air in your immediate surroundings.
The harmful substances in our immediate environment NASA''s research has examined which plants can effectively neutralize the following harmful substances: Benzene is secreted from cigarette smoke, vehicle exhaust gases and heating ovens. In long-term exposure, it may cause chromosomal changes. Moreover, it is a cancerous substance that reduces the production of blood cells, which can cause leukemia. Toluene? This chemical is very similar to benzene and is used to remove paint and varnish. Low exposure causes fatigue, confusion, weakness, loss of memory, nausea and loss of appetite. These signs disappear at the end of the exposure, but in large amounts it can cause loss of consciousness and even death.
Formalin? It was found in cleaning materials, toilet paper, tissues and personal care products. Some people may become sensitive to this substance, and in combination with a hydrochloric acid secreted in the stomach, it produces a carcinogenic compound. Ethylene trichloride? It is used as a solvent for dry cleaning and in preparation of seasoning extracts. When the substance is inhaled it damages the central nervous system and causes headaches, dizziness and in some cases even death.
Xylene? This material is used as a solvent in the printing, rubber and leather industries, as well as in thinners of paint and varnish. Prolonged exposure to a small amount of xylene can cause headaches, dizziness, confusion, and loss of coordination. Exposure to large amounts can cause difficulty breathing, memory loss, digestive disorders and liver damage. Ammonia? In ammonia you can often encounter your fertilizer or aquarium, and it is dangerous to the windpipe. It is formed in the body as an amino acid, and is broken down in the liver, but the accumulation of ammonia in the blood can cause death.
The plants that will clean the air around you According to NASA in the experiments conducted at NASA found that the following plants help to clean the air from the harmful substances mentioned earlier.
Note that the names of plants marked with an asterisk may be toxic to human and animal contact, so it is recommended to store them in a high place that is not accessible. Fern is a very popular home-grown plant that excels in the purification of formaldehyde, xylene, and toluene from the air. It needs moist soil, but not too wet and needs a damp environment, so it is recommended to moisten it occasionally.
If it looks like the plant is in the winter, do not worry, it will come back to life in the spring. Queen Kimberley This is a kind of fern that originates in Australia, but it is easy to grow it indoors all over the world. It is effective in cleaning formaldehyde, xylene and toluene from the air. It is best to place it where it can receive sunlight indirectly. It is sensitive to over-watering and lack of irrigation, so it is recommended to allow the soil to dry between the irrigation. Ivy of the Grove * This is a climbing plant that is used as an ornamental plant.
It is found as a formaldehyde purifier, xylene, toluene, ethylene trichloride and benzene from the air.
16 different species of birds eat their fruit, but one must keep it from taking over the whole garden, because it is a kind of intruder that grows rapidly. This is a plant that is very easy to breed and therefore very popular. NASA has discovered that the plant clears formaldehyde, xylene and toluene from the air. It can thrive in temperatures ranging from 2 to 32 degrees and produces small, charming white flowers. Ivy devil * This is a plant that is used extensively for decoration offices and shops, mainly because it requires very little attention and care.
It is effective in cleaning benzene, formaldehyde, xylene and toluene from the air, and can reach a height of up to 20 meters. You can let it grow on top of an aquarium, which will benefit the plant and the environment in the aquarium. Septium * Shadow and weekly irrigation are the only things that speetifilium needs to live comfortably. He came to the top of NASA''s list for removing the three main pollutants - formaldehyde, benzene and ethylene trichloride. He also fought in Touluan and Xilin.
This plant is grown mainly in the tropical regions of Asia and Papua New Guinea.
It is a light plant that filters formalin and benzene, and removes more toxins from the air as long as it is exposed. Even with little exposure to light, this plant will bloom flowers and red fruits. Dekel Repis Excellence This palm plant comes from southern China and Taiwan, and is not found in nature as a wild plant. It is effective in cleaning formaldehyde, xylene, toluene and ammonia from the air, and has been used extensively for decoration palaces in Japan. Today it can be seen in offices and shops because it is a plant that is easy to grow and does not require much sunlight.
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