With Delhi’s air quality plummeting post-Diwali—AQI hitting 316 (EWS) and 242 (private monitors)—bringing nature indoors is more important than ever. Here are the best indoor plants that naturally cleanse your home’s air.

1. 🌱 Areca Palm – The Humidity Booster

· Acts as a natural humidifier

· Absorbs toxins and indoor pollutants

· Ideal for living rooms and bedrooms

2. 🍃 Snake Plant – The oxygen Powerhouse

· Produces oxygen even at night, perfect for bedrooms

· Filters formaldehyde, xylene, and toluene

· Extremely low-maintenance

3. 🌿 Peace Lily – The Elegant Purifier

· Known for its beautiful white blooms

· Removes benzene, trichloroethylene, and ammonia

· Keeps indoor air fresh and clean

4. 🌵 Aloe Vera – The Multifunctional Plant

· Purifies air and provides medicinal benefits

· Absorbs carbon dioxide and formaldehyde

· Thrives in sunny spots

5. 🌾 Spider Plant – The air Detoxifier

· Filters carbon monoxide and xylene

· Easy to grow in hanging pots or shelves

· Great for offices and homes alike

6. 🌸 Rubber Plant – The Sturdy air Cleaner

· Absorbs airborne toxins efficiently

· Thrives in low-light conditions

· adds a lush green vibe to interiors

7. 🌿 Bamboo Palm – The Space-Friendly Filter

· Removes benzene and formaldehyde

· Perfect for corners and tabletops

· Creates a tropical aesthetic indoors

Bottom Line:
Indoor plants are nature’s air purifiers, especially crucial when Delhi’s air quality dips to ‘very poor’ levels. These easy-to-maintain plants not only clean the air but also brighten your home naturally. 🌱✨

 

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Balasahana Suresh

04/11/2025 02:21 PM