10 Best Air-Purifying Indoor Plants in the Philippines 2023 | Peace Lily, Snake Plant, and More

Peace lilies are known to be an easy-to-care indoor plant. They can thrive in low-light spaces and can tolerate fluorescent lights. This flowering plant also likes constant temperature and at least once a week of watering. If you want a plant to liven up your office desk, this will be your new plant friend.

The plant is sensitive to chemicals, so an organic fertilizer is the best option. Potential problems are small pests, such as spider mites or aphids, which can be easily eliminated by wiping the leaves and spraying them with insecticidal soap. It is mildly toxic to humans and animals, so kids and pets are discouraged from being near it.

Even if you're a novice grower, you can never go wrong with a Chinese Evergreen. There are many varieties of this plant which also include variegated forms. A warm temperature with some humidity is the best condition; it can survive medium to low light circumstances or even indirect sunlight. 

Its flowering stage resembles a peace lily's and happens around summertime. Caring for the plant involves moderate watering with sufficient draining and a routine check of leaves for spider mites, aphids, and scale. Note that Chinese Evergreens are toxic to dogs, cats, or horses but have a low effect on humans.

The Bamboo Palm is a decorative type of palm that can be grown both indoors or outdoors. It is native to South American forests but is now propagated all over the world. It loves some shade, lots of water, and low temperatures, making it a great plant for offices, malls, or homes. 

Although you need to water it regularly, it cannot tolerate soggy soil. Otherwise, the roots will start to rot. Do not expose this plant to direct sunlight, or the leaves will start to scorch. Prune it regularly by removing yellow or dried fronds. Remember to repot the plant every three years as it grows steadily with confined roots.

Dracaena Compacta, also known as the Dracaena Janet Craig, is native to Southeast Africa. It has tighter foliage, hence the name, making it an excellent corner plant for your home. It requires regular shaping and pruning to keep its unique form. It is also highly sensitive to salt, minerals, and chlorine in tap water.

The dracaena could thrive in low light conditions and could tolerate high indoor lights. It grows at a slow pace, around four inches per year, and it doesn't require regular fertilizer feeding. Slow-growing plants like this take time to replace damaged leaves. It's best to be careful when pruning or cleaning the leaves once every month.

Considered one of the most adaptable houseplants, the Spider Plant is easy to grow and cultivate. It could grow under a wide range of conditions and doesn't have any issues other than browning tips. These plants love direct sunlight but could also flourish in semi-shady to indirect light. 

Propagating it is not difficult since the plantlets can be simply put in a potting mix and let grow on their own. This plant is a hardy plant that won't die easilyーall it needs are ample water and food! And while known to be tough on pests, it may be susceptible to infestations, so it's better to mist the plant now and then to prevent this. 

Primarily known for soothing relief for burns and minor cuts, the Aloe Vera plant is full of vitamins and natural anti-bacterial properties. Aside from its healing properties, it's also a good source of oxygen. It actively takes up high levels of carbon dioxide at night and releases oxygen when exposed to light again during the day.

The plant loves a lot of sunlight, so the best location would be your kitchen or bedroom window sill. Because of its succulent nature, it is easy to maintain and doesn't need plenty of water to survive. Not only it looks great over your kitchen counter, but it also sucks up harmful solvents in the air. 

Want to have a healthy-looking trailing plant in your space but don’t have a green thumb? The Pothos may be a suitable plant for you. Optimal for both indoors and outdoors, this vine plant is very forgiving when it comes to watering and feeding. Plus, it would look good in your space with its heart-shaped leaf filled with yellow streaks.

Golden Pothos thrive on bright but indirect sunlight; never expose it to intense direct light. Sparsely water the plant every one to two weeks. Plant problems could range from wilting, overly yellow leaves, or blackening stems, yet most of these issues can be resolved by proper watering methods.

Snake plant is an excellent choice to accent your indoor space with its elongated, thick leaves. It is very tolerant of neglect and can survive in various conditions and temperature levels. Most importantly, it's a worthy investment! Once you've bought a Snake plant, you may never have to purchase another since it propagates very easily.

It grows best in full direct sunlight in well-drained soils but is still receptive to partly shaded indoor settings. Regular watering is encouraged but never over-water because it causes the root to rot. The plant is generally disease-free and pest-resistant, yet in poor conditions, an occasional bug or spider mites would appear. 

In native habitats, the Boston fern could grow as tall as seven feet in height. This type of fern is relatively tough and has a high tolerance for light and dry conditions than many other ferns. You can have it hanging and let the long fronds dangle on the sides to get a levitating effect or just place it on a window sill. 

The plant loves moist and loamy soils with good drainage. Boston ferns are hardy plants that recover fast and are able to adjust to different climate conditions or watering schedules. They are not attractive to pests but when poorly watered there will be instances that a spider would take a nest on it.

The Burgundy rubber tree is a remarkable indoor plant characterized by its thick and glossy leaves with a tint that ranges from burgundy to almost black. It flourishes under bright filtered lights that a curtained window produces. Most owners put it beside the window to maintain its burgundy color.

When you have already achieved the right growth size that you want, you might need to start cutting the top off. Maintain the thickness of the foliage by pruning unwanted branches. Keep in mind that while this plant is strong and sturdy, it doesn't tolerate drastic changes. It is wise to identify where you need it to be before installing it.