Our house is supposed to be our shelter. However, without realization, there are various toxins potentially present inside out house at any time and they can be harmful to our health.
Among the toxins present, 3 are of major concern: benzene, trichloroethylene and formaldehyde, which could lead to serious health problems like asthma, cancer and various allergies.
In recent years, scientists at NASA and the Associated Landscape Contractors of America (ALCA) have discovered that there are various houseplants that can be useful in absorbing potentially harmful gases and cleaning the air in our living space. To know more about the list of air-filtering plants, prepared by scientists at NASA, visit here.
Peace lily (白鶴芋):
Bamboo palm (散尾葵):
| Pollutant | Possible Side Effect | Source | Pollution Fighter |
Benzene
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Carcinogen,
skin and eye irritant, headaches, loss of appetite, drowsiness, tiredness
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Found in inks,
oils, paints, plastics, rubber, dyes, detergents, gasoline, tobacco smoke,
synthetic fibers, pharmaceuticals
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Peace lily,
chinese evergreen, bamboo palm, snake plant
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Formaldehyde
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Irritated eyes,
nose, throat, headaches, contact dermatitis, and others
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Found in room
deodorizers, carpet backing, permanent press clothing / fabric, foam insulation,
plywood, particle board, pressed wood products, plastic grocery bags,
wax paper, facial tissue, paper towels, water repellants, adhesive binders
in floor coverings, cigarette smoke, natural gas, kerosene, new synthetic
carpets, new furniture made from pressed wood, resin-based particle boards,
fiberboards, cabinets, countertops, new furniture
|
Aloe Vera, chinese
evergreen, bamboo palm, spider plant, golden pothos, snake plant, weeping
fig, lady palm, Dracaena fragans
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Thrichloro-ethylene
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Potential for
liver damage
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Found in dry
cleaning and in printing inks, paints, varnishes, lacquers, and adhesives
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Peace lily,
snake plant
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Xylene and Toluene
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Affects the
brain; headaches, lack of muscle coordination, dizziness, confusion, balance;
skin / eye / nose / throat irritation; difficulty breathing; lung problems;
delayed reaction time; memory difficulties; stomach discomfort; possibly
changes in the liver and kidneys; unconsciousness; death
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A solvent used
in paints and varnishes, and the printing, rubber, and leather industries.
Also found in certain types of pens, writing and drawing instruments,
bingo dabbers and art supplies.
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Bamboo palm,
spider plant, peace lily, weeping fig, lady palm, snake plant, areca palm
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