Will choosing the wrong flowers threaten your family’s health? Must see!

Flowers and plants that need to be carefully selected

1. Oleander

The stems and leaves of oleander contain a variety of toxins, some of which are even deadly and highly toxic. Be sure not to eat oleander by mistake.

2 Lily of the Valley

The leaves of lily of the valley also contain toxins, which can cause headaches, nausea, and vomiting if ingested by mistake.

3. Tuberose

Although tuberose has a strong fragrance, it is actually not suitable for indoor placement. Its overly strong fragrance can make patients with hypertension and heart disease feel uncomfortable.

4. Mandala

The whole body of Datura is poisonous, and the seeds are the most toxic. If accidentally ingested, symptoms such as difficulty swallowing, dilated pupils, and fever may occur.

5 keel

The juice of dragon bones is poisonous and may cause allergic symptoms if it comes into contact with the skin. If the juice splashes into the eyes, it will cause redness, swelling and pain.

6. Mimosa

Although mimosa is very cute, the toxins in its juice can cause hair loss if eaten by mistake.

7. Drop of Water Guanyin

The stems and leaves of the weeping angel are highly poisonous. If ingested by mistake, it can cause throat discomfort and stomach burning. If the juice accidentally splashes into the eyes, it can easily cause conjunctivitis.

8 Poinsettia

Poinsettia is not suitable for indoor placement as it emits toxic substances. Its juice can cause allergic symptoms when it comes into contact with the skin. If accidentally ingested, its toxicity can even be fatal.

Flowers and plants that are good for your family’s health

1. Ivy

Ivy can absorb harmful gases such as nicotine, benzene, formaldehyde, trichloroethylene, etc. in the air, and is particularly suitable for families with smokers.

Maintenance:

1. Place the potted plants in a well-lit and ventilated place.

2. It has a relatively high demand for water. Lack of water will cause the leaves to wilt, so it needs to be watered about once every 2-3 days.

2. Cactus

The stomata of cacti and prickly pears close during the day to prevent water evaporation, and open at night to absorb carbon dioxide and release oxygen. They can be said to be natural oxygen bars. In addition, it can absorb dust and prevent radiation.

Maintenance:

1. Cactus grows best with plenty of sunlight, so it is suitable to be placed on the south windowsill.

2. It is drought-resistant and only needs to be watered once every 5-7 days. It basically does not need to be fertilized at other times.

3. Aloe Vera

Aloe vera is also a flower that releases oxygen at night. It can absorb formaldehyde and odors in the air. In addition, its juice can beautify and relieve itching.

Maintenance:

1. It is best to place aloe vera in a place with sufficient sunlight, such as a windowsill.

2. The fleshy stems of aloe vera have a strong water storage capacity, so do not water it too much. Watering it once a week or so is enough.

4. Rubber Tree

Rubber trees can effectively absorb dust in the air. At the same time, they also have a good adsorption effect on harmful gases such as formaldehyde, carbon monoxide, and hydrogen fluoride.

Maintenance:

1. It does not require strong light and can be placed in a bright and ventilated place indoors.

2. Rubber trees have broad leaves and strong transpiration, so they require a lot of water and need to be watered about once a week.

5 Monstera

Monstera tops the list of formaldehyde absorption and is recognized as a flower and plant that can effectively absorb formaldehyde. It is also very easy to maintain.

Maintenance:

1. It is not resistant to direct sunlight, so it needs to be placed in a place with scattered light.

2. Monstera likes moisture and should be watered about once every 3-4 days.

6 Tiger Pilan

Tiger Piranha not only has beautiful appearance, but can also effectively absorb sulfur dioxide, chlorine, formaldehyde, ether, ethylene, carbon monoxide, nitrogen peroxide and other harmful gases in the air, making it a "pollution control expert" in the room.

Maintenance:

1. Tiger Piranha can be planted in sunny places such as balconies and windowsills, or it can be placed in a place with scattered light and ventilation indoors for maintenance.

2. Sansevieria prefers dryness to moisture. Usually, it is enough to water it once every 5-6 days.

7. Chlorophytum

Chlorophytum is known as the "green purifier". It can absorb carbon monoxide and nitrogen oxide released by electrical appliances and plastic products. At the same time, it can absorb formaldehyde and nicotine.

Maintenance:

1. Place the spider plant in a well-lit and ventilated place.

2. Water once every 3-4 days. When the air is dry, you can spray water on the leaves to keep them moist.

8. Pothos

Green ivy is a flower that many flower lovers have in their homes. It can absorb formaldehyde and dust, as well as odors in the air. It is also shade- and moisture-tolerant and is very easy to keep.