With the acceleration of the pace of life, people are paying more and more attention to the comfort and health of the indoor environment. Potted plants have become the favorite of indoor decoration due to their beauty, ease of care, and air-purifying properties. Some potted plants on the market may contain chemicals harmful to humans. This article will introduce you to the maintenance methods of non-toxic potted plants indoors to help you create a green and healthy home environment.
Choose non-toxic potted plantsWhen buying potted plants, first pay attention to whether they are toxic. Here are some common non-toxic potted plants:
1. Epipremnum aureum: Epipremnum aureum has air purification function and can effectively absorb harmful gases such as formaldehyde and benzene.
2. Chlorophytum comosum: Chlorophytum comosum has strong air purification ability, especially suitable for newly decorated rooms.
3. Sansevieria: Sansevieria is shade-tolerant, drought-tolerant, and has significant air purification effects.
4. Aloe vera: Aloe vera has the effects of beauty and air purification.
5. Aglaonema: Aglaonema has high ornamental value and also has the function of purifying the air.
Indoor non-toxic potted plant maintenance skills1. Light: Most non-toxic potted plants indoors prefer scattered light and avoid direct sunlight. In winter, the light time can be appropriately increased.
2. Watering: Water according to the type of potted plant and its growth stage, generally keeping the soil slightly moist and avoiding waterlogging.
3. Fertilization: During the period of vigorous growth, apply a compound fertilizer once a month and water thoroughly after fertilization to prevent root burn.
4. Ventilation: Keeping indoor air circulation is beneficial for potted plant growth. In summer, water can be sprayed appropriately to cool down.
5. Cleaning: Regularly wipe the leaves to keep the potted plants beautiful and clean leaves are conducive to photosynthesis.
6. Propagation: Indoor non-toxic potted plants can be propagated by division, cutting, and other methods.
Indoor non-toxic potted plant maintenance precautions1. Avoid using fertilizers and pesticides containing harmful substances.
2. Regularly check if the potted plants have pests and diseases and deal with them in a timely manner.
3. Avoid placing potted plants near heating equipment such as air conditioners and radiators.
4. Pay attention to the placement of potted plants and avoid nutrient competition with other plants.
Maintaining indoor non-toxic potted plants is not complicated. By mastering some basic skills, you can easily create a green and healthy home environment. Let's start with choosing non-toxic potted plants and jointly care for our green homeland.
References:
1. China Flower Association: "China Flower Industry Development Report"
2. Ministry of Environmental Protection of China: "Indoor Air Quality Standards"
3. China Agricultural University: "Indoor Plant Maintenance Technology"