Indoor plants: discover some species!

More and more companies are choosing to incorporate indoor plants into their design. But what exactly is the best way to do it? Discover, in this article, how to transform your work environment into the ideal environment for engagement, innovation and productivity, with the help of the popular indoor plants!

The advantages of including indoor plants in your design

There are certainly certain design elements that you would expect to find in a modern workplace. Among them are open spaces, visual merchandising, lighting and – not least – indoor plants. The truth is that theBiophilic Designput an end to closed spaces, without any vegetation in sight. Currently, there are countless organizations that choose to incorporate indoor plants into their design, among them are Amazon or theApple campus in Silicon Valley, with around 9,000 indoor and outdoor plants.

Now, thepharmaciesand the clinicsare no exception to the rule. Increasingly, green contributes significantly to increasing the satisfaction of healthcare professionals and users. It has already been scientifically proven that indoor plants help increase concentration levels, improving air quality. In fact, biophilic design is based – precisely – on the principle that natural environments evoke a different response in people, offering a feeling of serenity, calm and relaxation. Therefore, when introduced into indoor environments, these natural elements contribute to reducing stress and maintaining patients' mental health.

Additionally,in an extensive review of publications, Kaitlyn Gillis and Birgitta Gatersleben, from the University of Sussex, in the United Kingdom, linked indoor plants to increased pain tolerance. Therefore, people spend more time in spaces decorated with indoor plants, as these natural elements are capable of exciting and/or motivating them.

Indoor Plants: discover five species!

In addition to retaining moisture and beautifying the indoor environment with different colors and shapes, indoor plants help toimprove the mood of patients, in any clinical or pharmaceutical environment. It remains to be seen which species are recommended for indoor spaces and how to ensure beautiful flowering. Discover some:

1. Sansevieria Trifasciata

Also known asSword of St. George, Sansevieria Trifasciata originates from the tropical region of western Africa. It is an indoor plant, with dark green leaves and pale edges that tend to turn yellow. Sansevieria Trifasciata enters vegetative rest in winter and grows well in low light conditions. Ideal for indoor environments, the Sword of S. Jorge ishighly heat tolerant and has low nutrient requirements, being easy to maintain and care for. This species is very popular and increasingly used in the design of healthcare spaces.

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2. Aspidistra

Among indoor plants, none are as resistant as Aspidistra. It is a plant with thick, branched leaves that can reach up to 70 cm in length. The Aspidistraresists low temperatures, however, its leaves must becleaned frequently, with small sprinkles of water. It is an extremely easy-care plant that adapts easily to low-light environments.

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3. Zamioculas

Zamioculas is a plant originating from tropical climates, capable of growing in environments with low light. Zamioculas is distinguished by itsshiny, fleshy leaveswhatdon't need a lot of waterto maintain its impressive appearance. It is an easy-care indoor plant that adapts easily to any environment.

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4. Philodendron

Philodendron is a herbaceous plant native to Brazil and Central America that grows vertically. With shiny and resistant leaves, the Philodendron develops vigorously, without requiring much maintenance.Keeps in good condition for four or five yearsand it is irrefutably pleasing to the eye.Easily adapts to indoor environmentsand is highly sought after to beautify waiting rooms, offices, customer service counters and other workplaces.

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5. Monstera

Monstera, popularly known as Adam's Rib, is a tropical plant, native to the equatorial forests of Guatemala, Mexico and South America.broad and resistant leaves, Monsterafits perfectly into any interior environment, being easy to maintain. Withsubstrate rich in organic matter and regular watering(in order to keep the substrate moist), the Adam's Rib develops healthily, bearing undeniable beauty.

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