Top 10 Best Indoor Plants in the Philippines 2020

For those people who want indoor plants but very busy at work, these are perfect for you. Succulents are water-based indoor plants and weekly watering is enough for survival. They are perfect for your office, study table, and even to some clinics.

It filters air by absorbing toxins like carbon dioxide and giving as clean air to breathe.  Unlike other plants, they are continuously producing oxygen even at night.  They also help increase humidity to avoid cough, colds, sore throat, and dry itchy skin. They also increase focus especially among kids with short attention span.

The Peace Lilies are very popular in offices and as a living room decor due to their white flowers tends to bloom. These plants can absorb a lot of volatile organic compounds (VOCs) which have long-term adverse effects on humans.  They can absorb excess moisture to avoid molds and mildew in bathrooms and toilets.

It can also be planted in water but for best results, when repotted monthly in fresh soil, frequent watering, and decent light exposure. Just a caution:  Keep them from the reach of children and pets to prevent possible mild skin irritations.

You want to be fancy when cooking and give a unique flavor in your dishes? Parsley is not only for garnishing dishes like salads, sauces, and especially soups. It has a high iron content that prevents anemia. It also contains several vitamins and minerals to help boost the immune system and folic acid to take care of our hearts.

Water it in between intervals to keep the soil moist. Keep an eye for pests and playful pets. Word of caution though: Pregnant women and breastfeeding mothers are discouraged from eating parsley to avoid bad side effects.

Spider plants are producing oxygen while absorbing carbon monoxide, formaldehyde, and xylene for purifying the air in your home and office. It also absorbs ozone on air from the use of office machines such as photocopiers and laser printers that trigger inflammation and hemorrhage on humans.  

Spider Plants are also non-toxic and are in fact edible, making them safe for pets and young children.  Its extracts are used as a potential prebiotic for healthier digestion and waste excretion and traditional medicine for bone fractures and burns.

Mint is a common herb used for tea.  It has antioxidants and phytochemicals for better digestion.  Its smell is beneficial for decongestion of air passages to have a night of better sleep.  It can also be used as an insect repellent, natural brain stimulant, anti-pimple cleanser.

This is also great in chocolate-based desserts such as mint chocolate chip ice cream and cake.  Steaks with mint jelly dip is a delicious and adventurous treat to the taste buds. This plant is also good for shooing away bugs and pests.   

Do you want a great indoor plant that can filter air better than other indoor plants?  Snake Plant can absorb carbon monoxide and its product filtered air better than other plants. It also absorbs other toxins such as benzene, xylene, trichloroethylene, and formaldehyde. 

This is a perfect indoor potted plant, especially in classrooms.  Aside from its beauty for interior designs, studies have shown that this plant helps enhance memory, concentration, and wholistic mental health.

Rubber Bush got its name because its latex is the main ingredient in making rubbers. The latex produced by this plant also acts as a sort of protective film when the stems and leaves are damaged. The big glossy leaves are its asset for good ornament inside the home.

This is also good for toxin absorption in the air indoors such as carbon monoxide and carbon dioxide. Raising one is fairly easy to just water it daily when the weather is hot and fewer when colder. It is also safe too because of its allergen-free properties.

It is called what it is because it is abundant in Asian countries where religious superstitions are pretty much followed even to this modern times. The money tree is considered to be a bearer of good fortune to whoever owns it and wherever it was placed. Its pretty leaves boast its value as an ornament.

But more than good luck, the good thing about this indoor plant is its ability to filter the air from pollutants. and to produce more oxygen which is essential for human and animal health. It is interesting to note that its leaves and flowers are edible too! The seeds also can be powdered as flour for baking. 

This plant is considered an indoor plant but it can also grow successfully outside as a potted plant. This plant has thick watery leaves where the gel is stored. This gel can be used for treating skin conditions like psoriasis and acne, calming effects on the skin to reduce itchiness, inflammation, and faster wound healing. 

The extract is also processed into aloe juice to help prevent constipation and control blood sugar levels. Aloe vera extract was applicable in so many ways as seen in various grocery and beauty stores. Having one will be a great idea to have your aloe products without extra spending.

Neon Pothos was also known as an air cleaner due to it's purifying qualities from toxins. It also helps to eliminate stinky odors inside the room and helps the eyes to relax and avoid irritation after a long day of technology screen exposure.

It is best to use as an indoor plant on pot but it is also recommended to be displayed as a hanging plant because it is a trailing vine.  Its leaves are distinct for its heart shape and neon colors - chartreuse yellow to electric green.  It also glows when exposed to fluorescent light. Truly, the neon pothos plant is a decorative and environment-friendly piece of nature.