Working from home might be the norm for the coming months. At our humble abode, we will toil in our makeshift home office spaces for long hours. How do we make our work-from-home experience bearable?
Well, you can elevate your work-from-home game by setting up an ideal home working space!
And one decorative and useful home office addition are plants! Yes! And our plant buddies can give more than just decorations!
According to a study at Exeter University, those with household decors and house plants increased their productivity by 15%! And on top of that, some even purify the air and block radiation! Cool right?!
But of all the plants out there, which should you choose? Every plant species has different needs. Some might be more delicate than others. So the first step is to get to know your plant. How much water does it need? Does it need more sunlight?
And as a remote worker, which one should you choose? Which one can help your career further? Here are 24 plants you should consider buying as a remote worker.
*Prices are just estimates. It may differ depending on the season and the quality of the plant*
Plants that Can Absorb (Some) Radiation
We are regularly exposed to our devices when working online. Our laptops, the wifi, and more gadgets as innovations roll out. These gadgets emit radiation. Short term high-level radiation heats the body and might lead to severe complications.
But for long-term exposure to lower frequency radiation, there is no conclusive evidence yet that it can be detrimental to our body. Scientists are continuously researching its effects, especially with the increase in usage per household. But it’s better to be safe than sorry.
Take note; they just mitigate some radiation but don’t absorb everything. Here are some you plants you can check out:
Asparagus Fern
Sunlight: Indirect Light
Water: Once every three days
Estimated Price: 150 PHP – 200 PHP
Betel Leaf Plant
Sunlight: Partial Shade
Water: Once Every 2 Days
Estimated Price: 250 PHP
Cactus
Sunlight: 4 to 6 hours of sunlight per day
Water: At least once a week
Estimated Price: 150 PHP – 300 PHP
Golden Pothos
Sunlight: Indirect Sunlight with Medium to Bright Light
Water: At least once a week
Estimated Price: 150 PHP – 600 PHP
Mustard Greens
Sunlight: Plenty of sun or partial shade
Water: Once a week
Estimated Price: 20 PHP – 30 PHP (Seeds)
Peace Lily
Sunlight: Bright Indirect Light
Water: At least once a week
Estimated Price: 150 PHP – 1000 PHP
Rubber Plant
Sunlight: Indirect Light that’s not too hot.
Water: Should be kept moist during summer.
Estimated Price: 350 PHP – 1500 PHP
Snake Plant
Sunlight: Indirect Sunlight
Water: Once every 10 days
Estimated Price: 150 PHP – 550 PHP
Succulents
Sunlight: 6 hours of sunlight per day
Water: At least once a week
Estimated Price: 150 PHP – 300 PHP
Stone Lotus Flower
Sunlight: 3 Hours of sunlight exposure per day
Water: Once a week
Estimated Price: 600 PHP – 800 PHP
Sunflower
Sunlight: 6-8 hours of direct sunlight per day
Water: Minimum of 2 Gallons per week
Estimated Price: 35 – 50 PHP (seeds)
Air Purifying Plants
Plants are not just for decorations. It can also help purify the air in your home office. And this is based on science.
NASA studied multiple plants and its purifying effect on harmful chemicals. And they found that some actually have a natural way of neutralizing certain pollutants. And here are some you can consider.
Aloe Vera
Sunlight: 6 hours of direct sunlight
Water: Every 3 weeks
Filters: Benzene, Formaldehyde
Estimated Price: 100 PHP – 400 PHP
Areca Palm
Sunlight: Bright, Indirect Light
Water: Every 2 to 3 days
Filters: Formaldehyde, Toluene, Xylene
Estimated Price: 400 PHP – 1000 PHP
Bamboo Palm
Sunlight: Minimal Sunlight
Water: 1 to 3 times a week
Filters: Benzene, Formaldehyde, Xylene, Toluene
Estimated Price: 500 PHP – 800 PHP
Barberton Daisy
Sunlight: Direct Sunlight
Water: Once per week
Filters: Benzene, Formaldehyde, Trichloroethylene
Estimated Price: 350 PHP
Broad Lady Palm
Sunlight: Full but indirect sunlight
Water: At least once a week
Filters: Ammonia, Benzene, Formaldehyde, Trichloroethylene, Toluene, Xylene,
Estimated Price: 150 PHP – 700 PHP
Boston Fern
Sunlight: Indirect Light
Water: Twice a week
Filters: Formaldehyde, Toluene, Xylene
Estimated Price: 250 PHP – 400 PHP
Chinese Evergreen
Sunlight: Medium to Low Light Conditions, Indirect Sunlight
Water: Once a week
Filters: Benzene, Formaldehyde
Estimated Price: 200 PHP – 600 PHP
Chrysanthemum
Sunlight: 6 hours of sunlight each day
Water: Once a week
Filters: Ammonia, Benzene, Formaldehyde, Trichloroethylene, Toluene, Xylene
Estimated Price: 350 PHP
English Ivy
Sunlight: Bright Indirect Light
Water: twice a week
Filters: Benzene, Formaldehyde, Trichloroethylene, Toluene, Xylene
Estimated Price: 350 PHP – 550 PHP
Red-Edged Dracaena
Sunlight: Filtered Indoor light
Water: Once a week
Filters: Benzene, Formaldehyde, Trichloroethylene, Toluene, Xylene
Estimated Price: 300 PHP
Spider Plant
Sunlight: Bright light
Water: Once a week
Filters: Formaldehyde, Toluene, Xylene
Estimated Price: 50 PHP – 300 PHP
Weeping Fig
Sunlight: 6 or more sunlight per day, Indirect Light
Water: once a week
Filters: Formaldehyde, Toluene, Xylene
Estimated Price: 350 PHP – 1000 PHP
Conclusion
There you have it! 24 plants that not only help your productivity but also protect your health. Are you ready to be a plant parent? Comment down below what’s the plant you are eyeing for! Cheers!
