Some studies and research indicate that houseplants have a significant impact on physical health in general and mental health in particular, but there are few studies available on this topic and we need more studies to demonstrate the positive impact of plants of apartment on health.
Some studies conducted on houseplants have found that plants convert the carbon dioxide that we expel through the process of respiration into oxygen through the process of photosynthesis, which often occurs during the day, and also help purify the air and remove harmful substances and pollutants from the air as well as help remove allergens, and thus have a positive effect on the health of the individual, especially for patients suffering from allergy and asthma symptoms.
Additionally, one study found that offices containing plants had a significant decrease in complaints related to coughing, fatigue, dry throat and dry skin after plants were placed inside them.
On the other hand, there are studies that deny that houseplants have an effective role in purifying the air or removing harmful substances because their small number or size does not help purify the air significantly, but on the other hand many studies have confirmed the significant impact on mental health, reducing stress and also improving memory. Some studies have suggested placing plants in the rooms of people suffering from depression or dementia.
There are many plant experts and researchers who recommend placing house plants in various parts of the house, and it should be noted that it is impossible to guess the number of plants that may be needed to purify the air of polluted materials, but a plant expert recommends placing at least two plants per 100 square feet of indoor space.
As mentioned above, houseplants have many benefits and some studies have found that there are plants that convert carbon dioxide into oxygen even at night, which can help you sleep better at night.
There is no doubt about the positive effect of houseplants, but these plants can also have some negative effects, including that they can be infected with mold or mildew, which can spread through the air and the person will be exposed to them and it will have a negative effect on his health and cause him diseases, especially if the person suffers from asthma or allergies.
In addition, some plants, such as those that contain pollen and spores, can irritate allergies, whether they are allergic rhinitis or asthma, as well as skin allergies, it is better to avoid placing them indoors.
It is worth noting that houseplants need constant care and cleaning because harmful insects can multiply on them and dust can also accumulate on their leaves and therefore can irritate allergies or asthma in some people.
Finally, we recommend purchasing house plants for their positive impact on the individual and their family, and we also recommend seeking the help of plant experts to find out which type of plants are suitable for placing indoors.
