Five Easy-to-Grow Indoor Plants for Seniors

Indoor plants not only beautify your room but also create a sense of well-being. Some indoor plants can even improve your mood and help you cope with anxiety. In fact, a study found that interacting with indoor plants has a range of positive psychological and physiological benefits.

Let us delve more into the surprising benefits of growing indoor plants:

Purifies air: Some indoor plants can remove indoor pollutants and toxins such as formaldehyde and carbon monoxide from the air. In a study conducted by NASA, it was found that some indoor plants have air-purifying qualities and they can remove up to 87 percent of pollutants and toxins in the air.

Induce a nice aroma: Aromatic plants have mood-boosting qualities. Jasmine, Lavender, and Indoor Citrus are some of the popular fragrant plants that seniors can consider planting indoors.

As one of the leading senior living homes in Bangalore we have curated a list of 5 easy-to-grow indoor plants for seniors:

1. Peace Lily: Peace Lily is not only a gorgeous indoor plant, but it requires minimal maintenance. Also, it adds moisture to the air. With glossy green leaves and big white bracts, Peace Lily can add colours to any room. It is believed in many cultures that this plant is a symbol of luck.

Peace Lily does not require direct sunlight. Therefore, it should be kept in a place with proper ventilation but away from direct sun exposure. The soil should be kept moist enough so that the roots stay nourished and the plant can thrive.

2. Aloe vera: Aloe vera is a low on maintenance succulent plant. It does not require much watering. The plant needs to be kept near a window so that it gets as much light as possible. Aloe vera is a common household plant known for its healing properties.

Note: From healing minor cuts and burns to treating conditions such as eczema and acne, people have used Aloe vera for centuries as a traditional medicine for various skin diseases.

3. Boston fern: It is one of the best air-purifying plants. In addition to improving air quality in homes, the plant enhances the aesthetic appeal of your home as well. It can be hung around in the house using macrame plant holders. Also, it is easy to maintain  the plant does not need to be watered every day. To keep the plant healthy and fresh, place it where there is no reach of direct sunlight.

Note: Boston fern can improve indoor humidity. It is a good option for seniors who have dry skin and dry throat.

4. Spider plant: Spider plant comes in different varieties. With their beautiful long and thin leaves, spider plants can be used as hanging plants. It works as a natural air purifying agent. The resilient plant requires minimal maintenance – it can survive in medium light and less water. Also, this plant is non-toxic and is safe for pets.

5. Amazon elephant ear: This plant resembles the elephant ears and has heart-shaped leaves.  It is low on maintenance and can thrive in warm and humid conditions. The plant requires moderate watering from time to time and should be kept away from direct sunlight. A good way to nurture this plant is to mist the leaves to mimic the humidity that is founHere is an interesting read d in the jungles.

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