Indoor Plants Which Can Contribute To A Better Night's Sleep

I don't know if you guys experienced this growing-up . I lived with my grandmother and she was passionate about her plants , I remember we always had plants indoors in my naivety I assumed it was for decoration purposes! She is now passed, therefore I can't confirm why but she was always a extremely wise woman ! I chose to believe that she was protecting us from the harmful toxins in the environment by using these indoor plants to clean the air. 

Upon investigation I found that these below indoor  plants can assist those of us who are experiencing difficulties in sleeping . I don't know about you guys but I prefer to purchase a plant rather than some pills! It's worth a try.  

Lavender

• It’s  probably the most well-known of all plants when it comes to inducing sleep and reducing anxiety levels. Research backs up these claims, with lavender scents shown to slow down heart rate, lower blood pressure and levels of stress.

Snake Plant

• One of the most recommended plants for improving indoor air quality, the Snake Plant is a hardy and easy to care-for plant.
• It emits oxygen at night time whilst simultaneously taking in carbon dioxide – something we naturally produce when breathing.  All this leads to a purer quality of air and a better night’s sleep.

Aloe Vera

• Listed as one of NASA’s top air-improving plants, Aloe works much like the Snake Plant – it emits oxygen at night, making for a more restful slumber. It’s also one of the easiest plants to grow and maintain – it tolerates ‘neglect’ well and so doesn’t require frequent watering.

Jasmine

• This exotic plant has a gentle, soothing effect on the body and mind. It has been shown in one study to reduce anxiety levels, leading to a greater quality of sleep.

Gardenia

• Gardenias are a popular plant choice for bedrooms. Studies indicate that keeping one in  your room may help you achieve a better quality of sleep.

Spider Plant

• The NASA tests showed it to remove around 90% of the potentially cancer-causing chemical formaldehyde from the air. Since formaldehyde is found in common household products like adhesives, grout and fillers, it’s a good idea to keep one of these plants around.

English Ivy 

• Another one of NASA’s top plants for purifying the air, English Ivy is simple to grow and only needs moderate exposure to sunlight.

I'll be taking a trip to our local plant shop to get some of these!!! I hope this can assist some of you.