Having indoor plants around the home or office can add to the décor and aesthetics of the room. But did you know that having plants indoors can have many health benefits? If you have been considering adding a few to your room or space, here are some reasons why should invest in indoor plants.

Stress Reduction

According to the University of Vermont, there have been many studies in Texas, Washington State, and England which have shown that employees are 12 percent more productive in environments with plants present, due to a decrease in stress.

Cleaner Air

Indoor plants make exceptional inexpensive air filters, especially bromeliads. During the 252nd National Meeting & Exposition of the American Chemical Society this past August, researchers detailed how incredible bromeliads & other plants are at filtering out VOCs from the air. VOCs are volatile organic compounds such as formaldehyde and acetone, which can be found in paint, cleaning supplies, & printers. These harmful compounds can cause health issues such as dizziness, asthma, and in serious cases, cancer and damage to the central nervous system.

Visual/Audible

Having plants in the office creates a visual meditative effect for both your employees and guests. Plants also absorb excess noise especially in areas with hard surfaces such as marble, concrete, and hardwood which can be quite distracting and hurt employee production.