What flowers to place in the bedroom to help sleep
Modern people's sleep quality generally decreases, and choosing suitable bedroom green plants has become a new trend to improve sleep. Plants create a microenvironment more conducive to deep sleep by releasing oxygen, purifying the air, and regulating humidity. Combining NASA's air purification research with horticultural psychology, this article selects 5 types of sleep-inducing plants that are both functional and ornamental to help you create a healthy sleep space.
Characteristics and Care Guide of Sleep-Inducing Plants
Cactus: Nighttime Oxygen Bar
Cacti have a unique Crassulacean Acid Metabolism (CAM photosynthesis), continuously releasing oxygen at night, especially suitable for enclosed bedroom environments. It is better to choose a columnar variety, water once a month, and place it on a windowsill area within 2 meters of the bed to ensure 3 hours of scattered light exposure per day.
Jasmine: Aromatherapy Expert
Jasmine flowers contain linalool, which can stimulate the secretion of gamma-aminobutyric acid (a clinically verified sleep-inducing substance). It is recommended to use a breathable clay pot for cultivation, maintain slightly acidic soil (pH 5.5-6.5), and supplement phosphorus and potassium fertilizer every week during the blooming period. Be sure to move it out of small enclosed spaces at night to avoid an overpowering fragrance.
Rich bamboo: Humidity Regulator
Hydroponic rich bamboo increases air humidity by 10%-15% through transpiration, alleviating respiratory tract dryness. Add 2 drops of nutrient solution to every 500ml of water, and wipe the root slime with a soft cloth when changing water weekly. Combine and place 3-5 stems to form a miniature ecological community, which can increase purification efficiency by 40%.
English Ivy: Formaldehyde Buster
What flowers to place in the bedroom to help sleep
English ivy leaves with villi can absorb PM2.5, and its stomata absorb 0.12mg of formaldehyde per hour (national standard test data). It is recommended to hang it in a basket opposite the air conditioner outlet, and wipe the leaves with beer monthly to keep the breathing pores unobstructed. Be sure to rotate the pot regularly to avoid phototropic growth.
Mint: Stress Reliever
Menthol can reduce cortisol levels (stress hormone) through olfactory nerves. It is recommended to choose the variety of Mentha spicata. Use the "dry-wet" watering method and maintain an ambient temperature of 18-25°C. Fresh leaves can be picked to make sleep-inducing sachets, which can be placed in the pillowcase layer.
Scientific Configuration Scheme for Plant Sleep Aid
For a 10㎡ bedroom, it is recommended to combine and place 3-5 pots of different varieties, arrange jasmine/mint around the bed, place cactus/english ivy on the windowsill, and set up a humidity zone with rich bamboo in the corner. Combined with a timed lighting system (automatically turned on for 6 hours a day), a complete sleep-inducing ecological chain is formed.
By scientifically selecting and arranging these natural sleep aids, they can continuously improve the air quality in the bedroom. It is recommended to rotate 2-3 types of plants every quarter, which can not only maintain a fresh feeling in the environment but also prevent plants from being in a low-light environment for a long time, leading to metabolic imbalance. Starting tonight, let the green energy accompany you to sleep.