The natural ability of indoor plants to create a more inviting and welcoming atmosphere, transform a bare corner or maze of desks, by providing visual, aesthetic and psychological interest, is well accepted.
They can also play an integral role in improving the very essence of our lives, "the air we breathe".
A recent article published in No72, Wellbeing magazine, outlines the studies undertaken by B.Wolverton. PhD. Wolverton Environmental Services, Mississippi.
His research for Skylab on how to take care of the volatile organic compounds emitted from more than 100 synthetic materials from within the compartments. He found that many house plants have the ability to digest chemicals and purify the air.
A high proportion of our lives is spent in sealed, fan assisted, mechanically ventilated buildings, surrounded by mould-mildew-and stain resistant or synthetic carpets; particle board glued with volatile resins; advanced paint formulations; copiers; computers; fax machines and a host of other pollutants.
