The surprising link between health and houseplants begins in the human mind. Plants can improve moods, lower stress, and even clean air. We have compiled a list of common plants that benefit your health and are easy to keep alive! These are a few of the best low-maintenance options for those who struggle to keep things alive and growing:
- Snake Plant
- Pothos
- Swiss Cheese Monstera
- Rabbit Foot Fern
- Parlor Palm
- Aloe Vera
More Benefits and The Science Behind Them
According to a Journal of Physiological Anthropology study, “Plants reduce stress and feelings of anxiety and depression. Plant soil releases a bacterium that triggers serotonin, the happy hormone. Also, houseplants reportedly increase creativity. Caring for houseplants can have the same stress-reducing power as being outside in a forest.”
A research study from The University of Michigan has shown that being around plants and nature can improve memory and attention by as much as 20%.
So, why not put a few houseplants in your home? Find your favorite, take it home, or take it to the office. They make the best companions.
In future posts on our blog, you will find helpful tips for growing and maintaining your houseplants and diagnosing problems with solutions to fix them.
