6 Home Decor Plants that Provide a Cooling Effect

Most parts of India have experienced an unprecedented heat wave this year. Climate change is an increasingly real menace, and so are our efforts to deal with the scorching heat and soaring temperatures without adding to the carbon footprint.

What can you do to combat the harsh rays of the sun without keeping the air-conditioning unit running all day long? There is indeed a lot that can be done.

While looking for a residential property, investing in a green home that optimises natural ventilation and provides insulation is a good idea.

Use natural fabrics and fibre-based furnishings. These absorb less heat and help to cool the home naturally.

Pick light colours and soft palettes. Add a lot of blues and greens to your interiors.

The best thing you can do, by far, is grow indoor plants which can act as excellent natural coolants and give your home a beautiful, vibrant look.

Indoor plants use up most of the heat and sunlight available for their photosynthesis processes. They give off oxygen and keep the indoor air quality high. They also give off moisture when the environment heats up. This process helps cool the indoor temperature by 1-2 degrees. Here are some of the top home décor plants that make your environment cool and comfortable.

1. Boston fern 

Boston ferns are an excellent choice if you are looking to improve indoor air quality. Apart from filtering out the air toxins, they provide a calming green effect and are great at cooling the indoors. Boston ferns are perfect indoors because they grow better away from direct sun. Keep them well-misted and watch your home cool down.

2. Snake plant 

Snake plants are great for indoor decor because they tend to grow vertically, minimise space requirements, and come in soothing shades of green. These plants are oxygen bombs and help knock off a few degrees of indoor temperature. They grow well in sun spots and can be placed by the windows or on the balcony.

3. Spider plant 

Spider plants are perfect for the window sill, balconies, and room corners. They are just what you need to remove airborne toxins and cool down the indoor temperature considerably. Consider placing a plate under the pot because this plant thrives in well-drained soil. Spider plants require minimal maintenance and are easy to grow.

4. Money plant 

The money plant, or Devil's Ivy, this plant is known to bring abundance and luck to the household where it grows. This creeper is among the best cooling plants and can be very easy to maintain. These pretty home décor plants can be placed anywhere in the house.

5. Aloe vera 

Aloe vera is the perfect plant to have at home. It is just what your need when you want a home remedy to treat nicks, cuts, boils, and small burns. It is also just the right house plant to bring down your room temperature. Aloe is versatile and can be grown in small and big pots.

6. Bamboo palm 

The beauty of a bamboo palm is like a fountain. It is a medium-sized plant that does well in indirect sunlight. It is one of the very best when it comes to cooling down your indoors and keeping your room comfortable.

Final Thoughts

Apart from their cooling properties, home décor plants clear up particulate matter, remove toxins, improve air quality and give out oxygen. So, you will only add to your home's and the environment's health by growing some of these.