Avoid secondhand smoke during the Chinese New Year, 8 smoking plants can help you get rid of nicotine!

ivy

(Source: ayanas)

Absorbed substance: Nicotine

The tiny pores on ivy leaves can absorb harmful substances such as nicotine in the air and convert these harmful substances into sugars and amino acids.

Maintenance points:

Light conditions ▶ This plant prefers shade and can be placed in a brightly lit living room.

Watering method ▶ Keep the potting soil moist in spring, summer and early autumn, and keep the potting soil dry after late autumn.

Temperature requirements ▶ The suitable temperature for growth is 18-20℃, not lower than 0℃ in winter and not higher than 35℃ in summer.

Note on Fertilization▶ Apply thin liquid fertilizer once every 2 to 3 weeks in spring and autumn, nitrogen fertilizer is sufficient; apply phosphorus and potassium fertilizers every 15 days during the growing season to prevent the leaf patterns from fading.

(Source: Zodiac.net)

Drug Weed

(Author: Youjianyiyi Source: Sina Blog)

Absorbed substance: Nicotine

Smoking grass can convert nicotine in the air into nitrogen and carbon dioxide, reducing the damage of secondhand smoke to the body.

Maintenance points:

Light conditions ▶ Place it on a south windowsill or south balcony with good light.

Watering method ▶ Water thoroughly with clean water or rice water every 3 to 5 days, or water thoroughly immediately if the branches become wilted.

Temperature requirements▶ The suitable temperature for growth is 10-20℃, not lower than 0℃ in winter and not higher than 30℃ in summer.

Fertilization Note ▶ Add a few drops of nutrient solution to the water, about once a month.

(Author: Lotus Flower Deep 42 Source: Flower Bar)

Gerbera

(Author: Yu Ruofeng_ Source: Let’s grow flowers and plants and play with potted plants)

Absorbed substance: Nicotine

Do you think that the only plants that can absorb nicotine in cigarette smoke are foliage plants? That's a big mistake. Gerbera, a highly ornamental flower, can also absorb nicotine in the smoke.

Maintenance points:

Light conditions ▶ Likes light and gets more sun. But during the semi-dormant period in summer, 2 hours of light per day is enough.

Watering method ▶ Water when the soil is dry. Water in the morning or evening. Do not water from above the plant. Water the roots.

Temperature requirements ▶ The suitable temperature for growth is 15-25℃, not lower than 13℃ in winter and not higher than 30℃ in summer.

Note on fertilization ▶ It likes fertilizer, especially potassium fertilizer. It is best to apply potassium fertilizer once every 10 days.

evergreen

(Author: Keke I can bear you Source: Hudong Encyclopedia)

Absorbed substances: nicotine, carbon monoxide

Dieffenbachia is evergreen all year round. If you place it at home, its large leaves can absorb nicotine in the air and provide you with clean air! Among them, Silver Queen has the best purification effect!

Maintenance points:

Light conditions ▶ It likes semi-shady environment and is best grown indoors. It must be shaded in summer.

Watering method▶ It likes moisture and is afraid of waterlogging. Keep the soil in the pot moist for a long time. You can pour water in the tray to keep it moist.

Temperature requirements ▶ The suitable temperature for growth is 20-30℃, and not lower than 7℃ in winter. Note on Fertilization ▶ Apply topdressing once every 15 days during the growing season. You can use organic liquid fertilizer made from decomposed rapeseed cakes, meat bones, etc.

(Source: No.1 Home Furnishing Network)

Golden Pothos

(Source: Hujiang English)

Absorbed substances: nicotine, carbon monoxide

Golden Pothos is actually a kind of green radish, which can absorb nicotine and carbon dioxide in the air and purify the air.

Maintenance points:

Light conditions ▶ It is a shade-tolerant plant, but not very sun-loving. It can be placed indoors in bright light. It is best placed in a south-facing window or balcony in winter, and shaded in summer.

Watering method ▶ It likes moisture and is afraid of waterlogging. Keep the soil in the pot moist for a long time. Sprinkle water around the golden pothos every day to increase the air humidity.

Temperature requirements ▶ The suitable temperature for growth is 20-30℃, and not lower than 10℃ in winter.

Note on Fertilization▶ Fertilize once a month during the growing season. Compound fertilizer is sufficient, with potassium fertilizer as the main fertilizer and nitrogen fertilizer as the supplement.

(Source: Psychological Observation Network)

Maidenhair fern

(Source: Nanhai News)

Absorbed substances: nicotine, carbon monoxide

The maidenhair fern can absorb harmful substances in smoke and purify the air. If there are smokers at home, it is really necessary to put a pot of maidenhair fern at home!

Maintenance points:

Light conditions ▶ It is a shade plant and is not very sun-loving. It can be placed on the east or north balcony for indoor maintenance.

Watering method▶ It likes moisture and is afraid of waterlogging. During the growth period, the soil in the pot must be kept moist, spray water every day, and be sure to ensure the air humidity. Keep the soil in the pot slightly moist in winter.

Temperature requirements ▶ The suitable temperature for growth is 15-20℃, and not lower than 10℃ in winter.

Note on Fertilization ▶ Apply liquid fertilizer once a month during the growing season, or compound fertilizer will do. You can also add a small amount of calcium fertilizer to make it grow more vigorously.

(Source: Duitang.com)

Schefflera

Absorbed substances: nicotine, carbon monoxide

Schefflera arborvitae can not only absorb nicotine waste gas, but also absorb harmful substances such as formaldehyde in the air, providing clean air for flower lovers!

Maintenance points:

Light conditions ▶ It likes shade and should be kept under bright diffuse light. Placing it near a south-facing window in winter can make the leaves bright in color.

Watering method▶ It likes moisture. Keep the soil moist during the growth period, spray water every day to increase the air humidity, and control water appropriately in winter.

Temperature requirements ▶ The suitable temperature for growth is 16-27℃, and not lower than 5℃ in winter.

Note on fertilization ▶ Apply a thin layer of fertilizer once a month, using a compound fertilizer with a balanced amount of nitrogen, phosphorus and potassium.

Aloe Vera

Absorbent: Carbon monoxide

Aloe vera is also good at purifying secondhand smoke and can absorb a large amount of carbon monoxide. And when spots appear on the leaves of aloe vera, it means that the harmful gases in the room are too high.

Maintenance points:

Light conditions ▶ It likes light and needs more sunlight to grow well.

Watering method▶ It likes dryness, so don’t water it unless the soil is dry. When you do water it thoroughly, and don’t allow water to accumulate.

Temperature requirements ▶ The suitable temperature for growth is 20-30℃, and not lower than 5℃ in winter.

Note on fertilization ▶ When potting, apply enough organic fertilizer as base fertilizer, and then fertilize once a month, and apply thin fertilizer frequently.

Rubber Tree

Absorbent: Carbon monoxide

Rubber trees are also good at absorbing secondhand smoke, especially the dust in the smoke, and have a very good adsorption effect!

Maintenance points:

Light conditions ▶ It likes light and needs sufficient light to grow well, but it can also tolerate shade. It can be placed indoors in a south-facing window or balcony.

Watering method▶ It likes moisture. In spring, summer and autumn, the soil in the pot should be kept moist, and water should be sprinkled frequently to maintain air humidity. In winter, the soil in the pot can be kept slightly dry.

Temperature requirements ▶ The suitable temperature for growth is 20-32℃, and not lower than 5℃ in winter.

Note on Fertilization▶ Fertilize once every 2 to 3 weeks. The fertilizer can be 10 times the amount of decomposed cake fertilizer water mixed with an equal amount of 500 times potassium dihydrogen phosphate liquid fertilizer.

Take a look and see if you have any of these plants at home!

If you don’t have one, buy one quickly!