Daisies
Daisies are gorgeous flowers, but did you know they may alleviate stress levels too?
A study from The Journal of Physiological Anthropology revealed that seeing fresh flowers reduces tension and promotes relaxation. In fact, seeing fresh flowers lowers cortisol levels, a stress hormone that spikes whenever we’re anxious.
Daisies have a soothing aroma and are beautiful – and they may even reduce stress levels at the office! The Journal of Environmental Psychology revealed that office plants decrease stress and boost productivity. The same goes for gardening, which reduces stress and promotes relaxation. All in all, growing daisies may make you feel accomplished and serene.
English Ivy
English ivy is a popular houseplant that reduces stress. This plant purifies the air by removing airborne contaminants, which alleviates stress. Surprisingly, NASA determined that English Ivy is one of the best indoor plants for eliminating VOCs. Unfortunately, furniture, cleaners, and paint contain these chemicals. VOCs may cause headaches, dizziness, and nausea, which increase stress.
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Such a World of Wisdom and Knowledge. I am going to install some Oils and Plants in our home soon. C. Melton :+}
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Hi David, thank you for your suggestion. Our team will review this post soon and update it as needed. Have a great day!
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Hey Pamela, thanks for being here! What’s your favorite plant? I love bamboo because it looks so exotic 🙂
Thank you for sharing this article! Great takeaways! 😊
Hi Melina, thank YOU for being here! Have a great day!
I never thought about plants inside reducing stress. I have trees along my property{woods} which brings birds and deer to watch. Thank you. Katherine
Hi Kathy! You’re so lucky to have nature this close to your home. I’m sure you can feel the physical and mental health benefits already. Can you take walks in the woods too? That would be so relaxing!
I love my plants. They give me pleasure to look at and to care for. My favorite trip to go in the spring is to the greenhouse and enjoy the smell, flowers that are bursting open and it makes me feel so good to be there.
Hey Sue! Spring is my favorite season for that very reason – your greenhouse view seems amazing. Have a great day!
Spider plants can help clean the air in the home, they’re easy to care for too.
Hi Karyn, I couldn’t agree more! Spider plants are great for bathrooms too as they don’t need too much sunlight. Do you have any flowers at home too? I know perennials are low-maintenance 🙂
This is a nice article, but it would be more helpful if you would show a picture of these plants.
Hi Randall and thanks for reading this post! David pointed out the same thing in a comment above, so thanks for the feedback. We’ll definitely keep it in mind for future articles. Have a great day!
Thank you. Snake plants and bamboo will certainly be in my new office. 😀
Hi Josie! Yay, I’m so glad this post helped you find the perfect office setting! Green also boosts creativity – at least that’s what research says. Good luck at your new office!
Hi, Folks. Just beware that some indoor plants can be toxic to pets, i.e. lilies. However, if they are out of reach or your pets ignore plants, enjoy. Grape Ivy and Pothos are also great indoor plants. Very easy to take care of. I’m eager to try some of those mentioned, especially Jasmine and Lavender. I have a wonderful large mound of Lavender (with my roses) in the front garden, which I love.
I enjoyed reading articles. I have a few of the plants mentioned. They do make me feel relaxed and bring a smile to my face. I have plants inside and outside they bring joy 😊 😃 to my life.
Have all of the above in my home, except Jasmine….. Can’t tolerate the scent. Also, cacti,Christmas and the Spring variety! Beautiful blooms!
Outside, six lavender which I have had FOR 30 years. They increase in size each year. So very gorgeous! God’s handiwork! Have iris,azaleas,lilacs,hibiscus,elderberry,babies breath,tulips lily of the valley, actions and etc. 82 and still love 💘my plants. Begonias are beautiful as WELL!!! Thanks so MUCH for making me even more aware of the WONDERFUL things plants do for us!!
P.S. Orchids as WELL!
Thanks for email about plants in fact I love LAVENDER and Rose plants for their colours and smel