In winter, the lack or insufficiency of ventilation does not make it possible to renew the air correctly. New materials are polluting the interior of your home without you even realizing it: laminate, treated wood, formaldehyde, wood stain, paint, carpets and household products are all sources of pollution for your home. Discover how and with which plants you can clean the atmosphere of your home.

The phytodepuration for a naturally purified air

Thanks to the power of absorption and rejection, plants have the ability to naturally filter the ambient air: this is phyto-purification. Thus, via their leaves and roots, they absorb pollutants, transform them into nutrients and then release oxygen during the day and carbon dioxide at night. It follows then of an improvement of the quality of the air which you breathe by the renewal of this one. 

Pollutants that are difficult to detect

Most volatile toxins are invisible and odorless. They are found in the solvents of glues, paints, varnishes, treated wood, carpets, household products, incense, home perfumes, etc. ...

They may cause allergic reactions, headaches, respiratory or eye irritation. The most fragile such as children, the elderly, the elderly and the pregnant womenIt is imperative that asthmatics or those suffering from chronic respiratory problems take care of the quality of their indoor air or risk seeing their health deteriorate over time. 

Formaldehyde, a pollutant with dangerous effects on your health

The formaldehyde is a pollutant that you can find in the solvents of glues for carpeting, upholstery, in particleboard, furniture textile ... In short, formaldehyde is everywhere, in each of your homes and in almost all your rooms. 

"Formaldehyde is an eye, nose and throat irritant. Following an American study, it was classified in 2005 by the WHO as a definite human carcinogen of the nasopharynx and nasal cavities. France then asked that it be classified as such at the European level, based on existing studies and research, including the U.S. study ... Some epidemiological studies on the effects of prolonged exposure to formaldehyde have also highlighted allergic effects and an impact on the respiratory system. "(source: actu-environnement.com)

Chlorophytum, the star of all depolluting plants

This plant whose shoots form new growth is a must to clean up your interior. Very easy to cultivate, it likes the light and absorbs a great quantity of carbon monoxide. The chlorophytum is very inexpensive and highly effective. Why not?

The ficus ficus benjamina, the smokers' plant

This plant which can sometimes have the port of a small tree is present in many houses. It likes indirect light and hates being moved. Its leaves clean up air laced with ammonia and formaldehyde. It is also said to clean up spaces smokers. 

The Boston fern Nephrolepis exaltata 'Bostoniensis,'the champion of depolluting plants

This fern is very interesting because not only does it humidify the air that is a little too dry when a room is heated in winter, but it also participates in depolluting air rich in formaldehyde.

It is also one of the most effective plants to sanitize a room. Indeed, as a high consumer, it renews the air of a room quickly. 

Philodendron monstera deliciosa

Also easy to maintain, this plant participates in the depollution of your interior. These large, glossy, deep green leaves absorb formaldehyde and prevent the air from drying out.

Anthurium, Anthurium Andraeanum against ammonia.

This plant can be found in many homes because its flowering is most beautiful. In addition, its flower can last several weeks if the plant receives the proper care. As a purifying plant, it absorbs ammonia and formaldehyde from your interiors. However, beware, it is toxic by ingestion for pets and humans. 

The plants shown are extremely easy to find in garden centers and are inexpensive. Not only will they beautify your interior, bring a touch of nature but also limit the drying of the air and purify the atmosphere of your home. The winning combo!