The Skogluft system uses golden pothos which is fast-growing and great at removing volatile organic compounds (VOCs) from the air. But there are plenty of other plants that have powerful air-cleaning properties: PEACE LILY This simple and inexpensive glossy-leaved plant with white flowers is one of the best at removing VOCs such as formaldehyde, benzene and toluene. BAMBOO PALM This one helps eliminate airborne benzene and trichloroethylene.
ENGLISH IVY Helps tackle formaldehyde found in cleaning products.
WARNECK DRACAENA Helps combat chemicals from varnishes.
BOSTON FERN Better at removing formaldehyde than any other plant.
SPIDER PLANT Is almost as good, removing 90% of formaldehyde from a sealed chamber in 24 hours.
ALOE VERA Removes formaldehyde and benzene from the air around it.…
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The Simple Things (Digital) - 1 Issue, October 2019