Give the Gift of Green this Christmas: The Top 10 Houseplants to Give

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The holidays are right around the corner, which means it’s time to start thinking about gift ideas for your loved ones. This year, consider giving a beautiful and thoughtful houseplant that will brighten up any space during the dreary winter months. Houseplants not only look gorgeous but also help purify indoor air.

Give the Gift of Green this Christmas: The Top 10 Houseplants to Give

Snake Plant (Sansevieria) – The snake plant, also known as mother-in-law’s tongue, filters airborne toxins while thriving in low light conditions. Its sword-like upright leaves add a tropical vibe.

 

Peace Lily (Spathiphyllum) – Perfect for beginners, peace lilies remove mold spores and other pollutants from indoor spaces. They love shade and produce gorgeous white flowers.

 

Chinese Evergreen (Aglaonema) – Chinese evergreens come in stunning patterns and colors like silver, pink, and red. They help clean benzene, formaldehyde, and trichloroethylene from the air.

 

ZZ Plant (Zamioculcas zamiifolia) – The ZZ plant handles neglect well making it great for forgetful gift recipients! Its waxy leaves look chic in any setting.

Zamioculcas zamiifolia

 

Jade Plant (Crassula ovata) – Jade plants are admired for their thick woody stems and oval-shaped jade green leaves. This succulent purifies air while thriving on little moisture.

 

English Ivy (Hedera helix) – Trailing vine-like ivy makes an excellent hanging plant featuring evergreen leaves. It effectively removes airborne fecal matter particles.

 

Boston Fern (Nephrolepis exaltata) – The graceful arching fronds of the Boston fern filter out formaldehyde, xylene, and toluene. Keep soil moist for this tropical plant.

 

Rubber Plant (Ficus elastica) – Rubber plants have broad green leaves and a tree-like appearance. They remove chemical agents from indoor spaces.

 

Spider Plant (Chlorophytum comosum) Cancer-causing agents don’t stand a chance around the spider plant’s long leafy shoots.

 

Purple Waffle Plant (Hemigraphis alternata) – For a pop of color, go for the purple waffle plant. Its rippled leaves look like tasty waffles making it an unusual, fun gift!

 

This Christmas, pick out one of these low-maintenance air-purifying houseplants to give to your valued co-workers, friends, or family members. The gift of plants breaths new life into any home or office space.


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