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Not only do they filter pollutants from the air and ensure better concentration - the right houseplants can also contribute to a better atmosphere in the home office.
1 / 10Bow hemp (Sansevieria) is at the top of the list of home office plants.
The leaf surface of the plant is particularly large, which is why it can clean the air well.
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2 / 10The Strelitzia, also known as the bird of paradise flower, is so popular that a LEGO set has even been dedicated to it.
The real counterpart is also suitable as an office plant because it is considered easy to care for and air purifying at the same time.
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3 / 10Easy to care for and indestructible – these are the properties that the cobbler palm (Aspidistra) is said to have.
In your home office, the plant looks particularly good near the window if it is not on the south side.
The plant from the asparagus family cannot tolerate too much sun.
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4 / 10Orchids spread harmony and are considered a medicinal plant - it's not for nothing that you find them in massage and yoga studios all over the world.
They don't need to be watered often, but they do benefit from a dip every now and then.
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5 / 10Peace lilies produce beautiful flowers in an optimal location with lots of sun.
The darker the place, the less likely it is to bloom.
Not bad, because the plant also impresses with its attractive, sprawling leaves.
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6 / 10The birch fig grows slowly, but can reach heights of up to two and a half meters.
It should be watered regularly and is considered a particularly effective air purifier for offices and bedrooms.
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7 / 10With a maximum size of up to one and a half meters, the Mexican mountain palm is not suitable for small offices.
However, the plants are very easy to care for and can cope with little light.
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8 / 10With its compact but dense leaves, the small arlalia is a real eye-catcher in the home office.
In addition, it requires little care and thrives in both a sunny and a partially shaded location.
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9 / 10Ivy plants remove formaldehyde from the air and contribute to better concentration.
The plant, which despite its name is not related to ivy, also neutralizes bad smells.
Place them in a partially shaded location without direct sun.
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10 / 10Aloe vera is an ideal plant for the home office because it requires little care.
The succulent is also a medicinal plant that is used for various skin conditions.
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If you work from home a lot, you should surround yourself with plants, as they not only lift your mood, but also help you concentrate better.
But there are varieties that are better suited than others because they also filter pollutants from the air or require particularly little light and care.
So you can get by in an office with just a small window.
In addition to the usual suspects such as philodendrons, ivy and palm trees, there are other houseplants that will transform your home office into an oasis of relaxation.
You can find out what these are in this picture gallery.