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Today we’ll share valuable tips that will help you choose your “green friends”. They all have a common denominator. And that is their beneficial effect on the body during sleep. With these plants in your bedroom you’ll rest more restfully and breathe much more easily.
Plants for good breathing, better sleep and clean air in the bedroom
Plectranthus (nádchovník)
Just place it in the room and its essential oils will help you breathe better. Plectranthus not only enlivens the room, but also has health benefits and is beneficial to the human body. This plant can deal with blocked sinuses caused by illnesses, allergies and also has a positive effect on asthma.
If you gently squeeze its leaves, aromatic essential oils are released that act similarly to nasal sprays. They open and loosen the airways. You don’t even have to squeeze the leaves, because the plant constantly emits small amounts of oils into the air. That’s why breathing is easier in a room where the plant is present than in others.
Eucalyptus (Eucalyptus globulus)
Often recommended for treating coughs, the common cold and nasal congestion.
It is contained in many syrups. Herbal therapy experts recommend using eucalyptus as a tea from fresh leaves and as a gargle when treating sore throat, sinusitis and bronchitis. Even its presence in the room is healing and relieves the airways. This is due to the essential oils contained in the plant’s leaves. It is also one of the best air purifiers with a pronounced antibacterial effect.
Aloe vera
It’s a miraculous plant that can cope with almost any ailment. Tired of tossing and turning at night? Aloe vera is a houseplant you should definitely put in your bedroom. NASA created a list of plants that most improve air quality. Aloe vera, of course, is on that list.
English ivy
It can significantly cleanse the air and removes airborne molds. English ivy doesn’t require much sunlight. However, make sure it is kept out of reach of children and pets.
Basil
It is widely used in cooking, but medicinal effects are not foreign to this plant either. It wards off mosquitoes and flies and also has a beneficial effect on the psyche – it dispels anxiety and depression.
Jasmine
Jasmine calms the body and mind. It improves sleep quality also by reducing anxiety. Moreover, this houseplant promotes alertness and productivity during the day. With jasmine in the bedroom, the sound of the morning alarm will be much more pleasant.
Mother-in-law’s tongue
Mother-in-law’s tongue purifies the air in the apartment by continuously producing oxygen. It fights toxins in the air and household chemicals. It is an absolutely undemanding plant and still looks beautiful. It releases enough oxygen even at night. At the same time it removes unnecessary carbon dioxide from the air, thereby significantly improving our breathing.
Spider plant
The spider plant eliminates the health-hazardous formaldehyde that commonly enters the air in every household. Besides that, it helps maintain oxygen levels in the room and absorbs various odors and fumes. Air quality increases dramatically with it.
Lavender
Lavender is known for its wonderful scent, but it also has calming effects. It reduces stress and anxiety and improves sleep for all age groups.
Lavender slows heart rate and reduces eye movement. With it you’ll achieve deeper sleep. Say goodbye to annoying tossing and turning and long times falling asleep.
