10 indoor green plants that can beautify your home with just one pot

ivy

Ivy not only has beautiful leaves, but the tiny pores on the leaves can effectively absorb carcinogens such as formaldehyde, benzene, and nicotine, and convert them into harmless sugars and amino acids. Placing ivy in a room for 6 hours can kill 60% of mold in the air and can even absorb dust that is difficult to reach with a vacuum cleaner.

Note:

Light: It likes light, but is also shade-tolerant. It can grow well under semi-light conditions.

Temperature: Likes warmth, afraid of heat, not cold-resistant.

Watering: Do not water too much at normal times. Water when the soil is dry and wet when the soil is wet. Water more in summer and control watering when the room temperature is low in winter, otherwise the roots will easily rot.

Soil: Loose, fertile and well-drained soil should be used for potted plants, and fertilizer should be applied regularly.

Green Emperor

The leaves of Green Emperor are broad and beautiful. They can absorb dust and a large amount of carbon dioxide in the air, release oxygen, make the indoor air fresh, and increase the oxygen ion content in the air. Placing it in the living room can make people feel refreshed and happy.

Note:

Light: Prefers bright scattered light and avoids direct sunlight.

Temperature: It likes high temperature, the suitable temperature is 20~30 degrees, and the temperature in winter must not be lower than 10 degrees.

Watering: Ensure sufficient moisture, water thoroughly and pay attention to spraying water on the leaves.

Soil: It prefers fertile soil and should be planted in slightly acidic, well-drained moist soil.

Chlorophytum

Chlorophytum often hangs in the air with slender leaves, and is known as the "fairy in the sky". It can also absorb harmful gas formaldehyde in the room, and is known as the "green purifier". It has a high survival rate, reproduces quickly, and is easy to manage, so it is favored by many flower growers.

Note:

Light: Place it in a place with short light and avoid direct sunlight.

Temperature: Chlorophytum is resistant to high temperatures but not cold. Chlorophytum needs to be protected from frostbite during the winter, and the indoor temperature should not be lower than 5 degrees.

Watering: Water more during the growing season and less in winter when the temperature is below 5 degrees.

Soil: It likes a moist environment and the soil in the pot should be kept moist.

Pothos

The green radish has strong vitality and is known as the "flower of life". It can not only absorb harmful substances remaining in the air, but also dissolve residual odors after decoration. It is a master at beautifying the environment. Hang it at home and it will instantly make your home feel refreshed!

Note:

Light: It is not very sun-loving and cannot be exposed to direct sunlight.

Temperature: Don’t be afraid of high temperatures in summer, and the temperature in winter just needs to be no less than 10 degrees.

Watering: It likes moisture. Water more in summer to keep the soil moist, and water less in winter.

Soil: Fertile, loose, well-drained leaf mold soil, preferably slightly acidic.

Lucky Bamboo

The stems and leaves of lucky bamboo are slender, soft and elegant, with a graceful posture and full of bamboo charm, and have high ornamental value. It can absorb harmful gases and dust in the room, regulate the indoor humidity and reduce radiation. Lucky bamboo also symbolizes "flowers bloom for wealth, bamboo brings peace."

Note:

Light: Prefers semi-shady environment and is suitable for growing under bright scattered light.

Temperature: It likes warmth and has strong cold resistance. The suitable growth temperature is 16~28 degrees, and it can withstand low temperatures of 2~3 degrees.

Watering: resistant to waterlogging. Change the water in the bottle every 3 to 4 days.

Soil: It grows best in sandy soil with good drainage.

Areca palm

Areca palm has a graceful and elegant posture and is of ornamental value. It can effectively remove volatile toxic substances such as benzene and formaldehyde, increase air humidity, and serve as a natural "humidifier". It can also be used as medicine and has a hemostatic effect.

Note:

Light: 50% of the sunlight should be blocked in the summer, and direct sunlight should be avoided. It should be placed in a bright place indoors. Too much darkness is not good for the growth of Areca palm. In winter, it can be placed in a well-lit place.

Temperature: The suitable temperature for the growth of Areca palm is 25-35℃, and it has weak cold resistance. Likes high temperature and humidity.

Watering: Watering should follow the principle of "dry through, wet through". Pay attention to watering in time during the growing period to keep the soil moist. Water twice a day during vigorous growth in summer; control watering after late autumn and on rainy days.

Soil: The culture soil must be well-drained, and it is best to use soil with a high organic matter content. For potted plants, the culture soil can be prepared by adding humus or peat soil, 1/3 river sand or perlite, and a small amount of base fertilizer.

cactus

Cactus can absorb toxic and harmful gases such as formaldehyde and ether produced during decoration, and absorb computer radiation. It grows mostly in deserts and is known as the "desert hero flower".

Cactus also has the effects of lowering blood sugar, blood lipids, and blood pressure. It has health benefits such as clearing away heat and detoxifying, detoxifying and beautifying, promoting qi and blood circulation. It is a green organic food and can be eaten and used as medicine.

Note:

Light: Needs plenty of sunlight, avoid direct sunlight in summer.

Temperature: It likes warmth and is slightly cold-resistant. It should not be higher than 35 degrees and lower than 5 degrees.

Watering: Do not water if the soil is not dry. If you do water, water thoroughly. Water once every half a month to a month.

Soil: Sandy loam with good drainage and air permeability.

Aloe Vera

Aloe vera is a pure natural medicine for beauty, hair care, and treatment of skin diseases. It has the effects of purging heat, detoxifying, and removing blood stasis, and it also has high ornamental value.

Note:

Light: It likes light and needs plenty of sunlight.

Temperature: Likes heat and fears cold, around 20 degrees is suitable.

Watering: "Plants that cannot die from drought" would rather be dry than wet.

Soil: Loose, breathable and well-drained soil, sandy soil is best.

Bamboo

Bamboo palm is a good foliage and flowering plant that can purify the air. It can be used as medicine, and has the effect of astringency and hemostasis. The roots of the palm bamboo can also be used as medicine, and can dispel wind and dampness.

Note:

Light: Shade-tolerant plant, just enough light.

Temperature: Likes warmth, not cold-resistant. Pay attention to sunshade in summer and cold protection in winter.

Watering: It is better to keep it dry than wet, and no water accumulation. In summer, spray water on the leaves to maintain a certain humidity.

Fertilization: small amount, frequent application, mainly organic fertilizer.

Money Tree

The money tree is not only beautiful, but its name also implies prosperity and wealth. It can also purify harmful gases such as formaldehyde and is deeply loved by the public.

Note:

Light: The fortune tree is highly adaptable, light-loving and shade-tolerant, and grows well in full sun, half sun or shade.

good. It is best to place it in a place with diffuse light indoors.

Temperature: Keep warm in winter and moisturize in summer.

Watering: You can spray more water and water less often.

Soil: Generally use loose garden soil or peat soil, leaf mold, coarse sand, add a small amount of compound fertilizer or chicken manure as base fertilizer and culture soil.

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