Here in the office Jack reads any number of interesting article, newsletters and journals. He came across this article recently and was very keen to share it with you:

Utne – NASA has been researching methods of cleansing the air so that future space stations can be kept fit for human habitation for extended periods of time. Researchers have discovered that many common houseplants remove significant amounts of harmful gases – such as formaldehyde and benzene – out of the air through photosynthesis, absorbing pollutants and rendering them harmless in the soil.[...] NASA researchers recommend that you have a minimum of two plants per 100 square feet (approx. 5 tatami mats) of floor space in your home or office.[...]

Chinese Evergreen This is a tolerant plant that does will in a variety of settings and will flourish for years with minimum care. They do best in shadowless light such as a north-facing window. Keep the soil barely moist.

Dracaena These plants grow slowly and retain their foliage for long periods of time. Plant them in regular potting mix andkeep the soil moist, but don’t let the pot sit in water. They grow best in bright, indirect sunlight, warm temperatures and low humidity.

For anyone wanting to find out more about the benefits of house plants we highly recommend the book ‘How to Grow Fresh Air’ which is available through our online store Tengu Natural Foods, code number A86 and costs ￥2,415.