Plants can keep your home cool in the summer. Plants absorb carbon dioxide from the atmosphere through the pores of their leaves, known as stomata, which they use for photosynthesis. The water is then released through the same pores. The process is known as evapotranspiration, and it cools the plant in the same way that transpiration cools humans. It also aids in lowering the temperature of the surrounding environment.
Sansevieria trifasciata
The cow’s tongue, donkey’s ears, mother-in-law’s tongue, or snake’s tail, as it is known, has the ability to purify the air and regulate the temperature of the spaces where it is found, especially during the nights, when the microscopic pores of its leaves open to transpire.
This species is very resistant to unfavorable environmental conditions, such as dry and hot air, scarce watering, and little light. It is recommended to water only when the substrate that was last used dries out.
Rubber tree
This species absorbs water through its roots and expel it through pores on the underside of its leaves. The more foliage it has and the larger the size of its leaves, the more moisture it will release.
Place it near a tree if possible. The rubber tree requires a well-lit environment and can withstand a few hours of direct sun exposure per day, as long as the sun is not too bright. When it comes to watering, try not to overdo it. Water the substrate until it is almost completely dry.
Boston fern
It is a popular houseplant, often grown in hanging baskets or in similar conditions. It can suck formaldehyde, xylene, and toluene from the air. Although the fern prefers partial to full shade outdoors, it does not grow in shade indoors and responds best to bright filtered light. It needs abundant watering, quality soil, and ample of space to grow.
Pothos
This vine is capable of regulating temperature, as well as eliminating indoor pollutants such as formaldehyde, xylene, and benzene.
As an indoor plant, it can reach several meters in height if given adequate support. Best results are achieved by providing it with medium indirect light. It tolerates intense luminosity, but long periods of direct sunlight burn the leaves. Generally, it only needs watering when the soil feels dry to the touch.
Ribbon plant
The ribbon plant or spider ivy is a plant that can improve the quality of the air and absorb heat quickly to balance the temperature of the room where it is located.
Indoors, the ideal is to place it in a well-lit room, but without direct exposure to the sun’s rays. They should maintain a constant humidity level: two abundant waterings per week in the warm months. In the cold months, one watering a week or every ten days will be sufficient.
Weeping fig
One of the few trees that grow well indoors is the focus, which helps keep the air moist and fresh. It also removes common toxins from the air in the home. This tree grows well in sunny, bright conditions. It requires a moderate amount of watering in the summer and just enough to keep it from drying out in the winter.
Aloe vera
The aloe vera or aloe vera plant, known for its cosmetic and medicinal uses, is ideal for refreshing the environment of your home because it can regulate the temperature.
Maintaining an aloe vera plant is simple because it is a low-maintenance plant. Water it only when the soil appears dry or cracked, and no more than once a month in the winter. It necessitates a lot of light, so it is critical that you place it in a location where it will receive the most sunlight, such as near a window.
Areca palma
It is one of the plants with the greatest air purifying power because it significantly reduces formaldehyde and benzene levels in the environment. It requires shade or partial shade to thrive. The plant tends to wilt if it does not receive enough light.
A two-meter-high plant transpires one liter of water through its leaves every 24 hours, so it does necessitate some attention. The root ball (the soil that surrounds the roots) should always be kept moist, but not soggy.
Aglaonema
It is an easy-care plant that thrives in low to medium light conditions. It generally grows less than half a meter and helps remove harmful toxins from the household air. At the same time, it humidifies indoors and cools the temperature. There are many leaf varieties of this plant; if your goal is to cool the environment, choose one with lush foliage. It is important to consider that its leaves contain an irritant that can be toxic to pets.
Do you like to have plants at home? How many and what species do you have? We would love to see a picture of them.
