Yes, plants can help us purify air, but their impact is small. We need a massive amount of plants for a significant improvement in air quality outdoors. But to improve air quality in a house or workspace you should have at least one medium sized plant per 100 sq ft.
Plants like rubber, monstera, spider plant, peace lily, and bamboo palm can absorb pollutants such as volatile organic compounds (VOCs), formaldehyde, benzene, and xylene from the air.
Plants such as aloe vera, snake plant, peace lily, areca palm have a unique ability to release oxygen both day and night which makes the air in the room healthier for sleep.
Plants have some other benefits such as caring for plants can be a calming activity, having plants in a workspace can improve concentration and productivity, interacting with plants can have a positive impact on your mind.
It is true that we need a very large number of plants to make a huge difference in air quality.
Starting with small steps is a highly effective way to achieve large goals so start planting at least one plant in home or in the workspace.
We can also use vertical gardens near home and office spaces because they save a lot of space as well as help improve air quality by absorbing pollutants and releasing oxygen. They are aesthetically pleasing too. We make a garden on a terrace, balcony, or rooftop which will help to improve air quality.
Plant trees and plant hope for better tomorrow.