What is the best plant for absorbing formaldehyde

To remove formaldehyde, there are some plants around us that can achieve certain effects. For example, the plants we often grow, such as green ivy and begonia, are relatively good at absorbing formaldehyde. We can also grow these plants at home.

1. Chrysanthemum

A perennial herbaceous flower, a traditional Chinese variety. The stem is erect or semi-climbing, with soft hairs and many branches. The leaves are simple and alternate, with serrated margins. The flowers are in capitulate inflorescences borne on the top of the stems, with rich shapes and colors.

Chrysanthemum can decompose two harmful substances, namely formaldehyde present in carpets, insulation materials, and plywood, and xylene hidden in wallpaper, which is harmful to the kidneys. Not only that, it is also highly ornamental, and there are many options for potted varieties or terrestrial flowers. In addition, its petals and rhizomes can be used as medicine.

2. Pothos

It is a plant of the genus Philadelphus in the family Araceae, and is a climbing foliage plant. Like warm and humid environment.

The vine can reach several meters in length, with aerial roots between the nodes. The leaves will grow larger and larger, and the leaves are alternate and evergreen. The stems of radish are thin and soft, and the leaves are delicate.

This plant is a very good absorber of formaldehyde and has a high ornamental value. Its vines hang down naturally, which can not only purify the air but also make full use of the space, adding lively lines and bright colors to the dull cabinet surfaces.

3. Gerbera

Asteraceae perennial herb, also known as African daisy, with large flower diameter and rich color.

Blooms all year round. It likes a warm, sunny and well-ventilated environment. It is a semi-cold-resistant flower and likes fertile, loose, humus-rich sandy loam.

This plant is not only good at absorbing formaldehyde, but also has strong ornamental value. Many varieties can be used as cut flowers.

4. Begonia

Perennial evergreen herbaceous plant. Its flowers are bright in color, various in shape, and its leaves are tender and beautiful.

Soft and lush. It likes warm, humid and shady environment, is afraid of direct sunlight, and requires well-drained sandy soil.

It is not only a good absorber of formaldehyde, but its flowers, leaves, stems and roots can also be used as medicine. It has the effects of clearing away heat and reducing swelling, promoting blood circulation and removing blood stasis, cooling blood and stopping bleeding, regulating menstruation and relieving pain. It can treat sore throat, vomiting blood, irregular menstruation, dysmenorrhea and gastric ulcers, etc., and has a good edible effect.