5 plants for child's room
Which plants to place in a child's room (photo: Freepik)
Greenery is needed throughout the house, including in the children's room. Flowers for the children's room should be hardy, have a strong root system, and be non-toxic, according to the Martha Stewart website.
Spider plant
This houseplant is great for a children's room as it can tolerate low light conditions and grows quickly.
The plant produces pups that resemble spiderettes, dangling in the air and creating a cascading structure.
Kids also enjoy it as they can take a pup and plant it in another pot, watching it grow.
Photo: spider plant (Wikipedia)
Areca (palma)
If you've decided to choose plants for children, make sure they are heavy enough not to tip over.
The Areca palm is a great choice as it can liven up the room. However, it requires a bright space, so it may not be suitable for everyone.
Photo: Areca palm (lamour)
Aspidistra elatior
Such plants are safe for children and pets and require minimal care.
They create a sense of jungle in any space.
However, if the room temperature is constantly above 20 degrees Celsius, try to spray the leaves with water as often as possible.
Photo: Aspidistra (asterias)
Sansevieria
This plant is popular for its architectural form and incredible air-purifying abilities. It can cleanse the air, and for best results, place it no more than 1.5 meters from your child's bed.
It doesn't require much care, just water it once a month.
Photo: Sansevieria (Freepik)
Nephrolepis
Nephrolepis is a great option as it can instantly transform a space with its shape and size.
Many ferns are safe for children, but Nephrolepis is one of the most low-maintenance plants that has a luxurious look, cascading from the pot.
Photo: Nephrolepis (asterias)
Where to place plants in a child's room
Despite plants effectively purifying oxygen, they also absorb it, especially at night.
On a small area, it is enough to place 3-4 pots. Position them at a sufficient height from the child. This way, the child won't be able to reach the pot and get injured. While children are small, it's better not to grow large floor trees in the room.
