Air-Purifying Desk Plants: NASA-Approved Species for Desks

The NASA Clean Air Study identified several houseplants that remove volatile organic compounds from indoor air. The best desk-sized options: Snake Plant removes formaldehyde and benzene. Tolerates low light and infrequent watering. Peace Lily removes ammonia, benzene, and formaldehyde. Prefers indirect light. Bamboo Palm removes formaldehyde and is safe for pets. Small enough for corner of desk. Spider Plant removes carbon monoxide and xylene. Grows well in indirect light. One plant per 100 square feet is the baseline recommendation.

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