Are you thinking of ways to boost your mental health? If you want to reap the mental health benefits of being a plant parent, these plants are the perfect addition to start with.
Houseplants can teach you mindfulness and they can positively impact your mind, by incorporating all the senses and allowing you to slow down and truly be present. Here are some plants that are famous for their mental health benefits.
Plants for your mental health care
Spider plants
Spider plants are among the most mentally-friendly plants. Try putting them in your bathroom to make your space feel more relaxing whenever you need a bubble bath. Placing them in your bathroom creates a warm, cosy feeling in the space that helps you to relax. The leaves of the spider plant also do well with moisture and humidity.
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Lavender
Lavender is known to have a calming effect, helping to reduce stress, promote sleep, and improve mental health. This is one of the reasons why many self-care products contain lavender. These plants are excellent choices for creating a calm and serene atmosphere.
Money plant
These vine plants add a pop of lush greenery to any space. Their bright green waxy leaves are stunning in the form of long vines climbing down a hanging basket in your room. They are also easy to care for and filter the air in your space.
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Aloe vera
Aloe vera plants aren’t just great for healing wounds, they contribute to purifying air that triggers feelings of stress and unease which are all detrimental to your mental health. Aloe vera is also hardy and won’t fall victim to common plant diseases, causing you to have less stress and more time to focus on your mental health.
Bamboo Palm tree
They are natural humidifiers and thrive in the shade with little attention. Bamboo palm plants add an element of the tropics to your home. They are also good at flushing pollutants from the air, which goes a long way in helping you breathe better and help soothe mental anxiety.
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A version of this article was first published in Garden&Home Magazine.
