An article in ‘Martha Stewart’s Living’ magazine tells us that “aside from being low-maintenance and low-thirst, Snake Plants, Peace Lilies, and English Ivy plants scored among the highest in a NASA test for air-cleaning ability. The leaves absorb carbon dioxide and convert it into energy, and take in volatile benzene and formaldehyde, and other gases.”
A Peace Lily in our bedrooms is a
good idea, preferably in a pot placed on the floor, or suspended from the
ceiling from a beaded or macramé hanger. An English Ivy in our bathrooms tucked
on a sunny window sill or hanging from a pot helps to keep the space fresh. The
plant also will love the moisture-laden air. Sitting Snake Plants on floors and
other surfaces throughout our homes wherever possible is highly beneficial. It
is helpful that Snake Plants can thrive in lower light than many other plants.
Since reading the article, I’ve
been shopping for these plants, and finding them to be kind of pricey. But
lucky me! I found this little Snake Plant the other day at Aldis for only
$3.00!
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