The use of trees to decorate the home or office is very common. Who does not want to get a touch of green in this mechanical life? It’s nice to see a piece of forest surrounded by greenery, it suddenly brings peace to the mind, isn’t it? But in this city of bricks and stones, there is a fair amount of greenery. The houses in the city are small cages!
Gardening as a hobby does not even happen. Many people have a small garden on the balcony to fulfill their hobby. Due to the small size of the balcony, many people cannot even garden on the balcony. They can also plant some indoor plants in other areas of the house if they want.
How about finding indoor plants that do well with low maintenance and low light? In other words, the plants that grow in low care, also enhance the beauty of the house and some have herbal qualities. By now you must have caught, our today’s feature is arranged with the story of an indoor plant.
Low-maintenance growing indoor plants
Nowadays many people keep trees in bedrooms, drawing rooms to add a new dimension to the decor. Many indoor plants do well in low-maintenance, low-sun conditions. Again, these plants will help to keep your mental health good and purify the air. Let’s know about 7 indoor plants.
1) Spider plant
Very narrow leafy trees with green and white borders are seen in many houses. The name of this plant is spider plant. This plant does not require much care or continuous sun. A spider plant will grow quietly in a corner of the house. If you want, you can hang it in the balcony garden. This plant helps in purifying indoor air.
A NASA study examined the leaves, soil, and roots of several plants and found that several plants act as filters to prevent air pollution. This list of plants includes the spider plant. It removes toxic formaldehyde from the air within 24 hours. Spider plants can be found in almost all nurseries, and the price is also within your reach.
2) Peace Lily
The name peace lily itself has a sense of peace. Its flowers are also very beautiful. A 2022 study found that it removes carbon dioxide and volatile organic compounds (VOCs) from the air. That is, the peace lily plays a role in purifying the air. So, it is also beneficial for our bodies.
It lives for many years. Peace lilies don’t need a lot of light, nor do they need a lot of care. Looks elegant too, so can be placed in the drawing room effortlessly.
3) Rubber plant
This indoor plant has a very royal feel, isn’t it? The rubber plant is known as Ficus Elastica. It does not require a lot of maintenance, just watering once a week. It also contains air-purifying ingredients, which keep the indoor air free from pollution. But keep away from pets and children.
The leaves of this plant are quite poisonous, so it can be harmful if swallowed. It can be easily used for office decoration.
4) Snake plant
Although the name is snake, this tree is not poisonous like snakes! Many say if one buys an indoor plant, that one plant should be a snake plant. With very little care, this plant will add a lot of beauty to your home.
And this tree will also purify the air. Water when the soil is completely dry. Remember, watering less will not cause much trouble to this plant, but watering too much can kill the plant.
5) Pothos
We all know this tree. Known to us as Money plant. This plant can grow in both water and soil, creeping type. It is quite popular, seen in every house.
With the help of a leaf of this tree, it is possible to get a new tree very easily. This common plant also removes toxins from the air. Pothos can be placed on the balcony or dining room window. A wall-hanging pot can also be used as a decor item.
6) Elephant ear plant
Trees like elephant ears! The name is very strange but this plant is also quite common. The leaves of this plant look like elephant ears so it is called elephant ear plant. The plant should be placed in a lighted place, grows well in warm conditions and the soil of the plant should always be soft, which requires regular watering.
This tree will add a lot of beauty to your living room, hobby balcony, or roof garden.
7) Aloe vera
A very well-known name is ‘Aloe Vera’, whose Bengali is Ghritakumari. Many know it for its herbal properties. Keeping this plant in a corner of the balcony will give you many benefits. For mild burning, insect bites, aloe vera gel is very effective.
Aloe Vera’s soothing and cooling properties will give you instant relief. Can be easily used in skin and hair care as well. And the biggest thing is that aloe vera plants do not need much care. You can also keep it in a small pot. Water should be given sparingly, only when the soil becomes dry.
The tree will not only enhance the beauty of the house, it will give you peace of mind in this busy life. But gardening can be a great way to relieve mental stress. But if the work of decorating the house is done at a very low cost and with little effort. So, decorate your favorite balcony or favorite house with your favorite plants.
