July 29, 2020

Plants For Anxiety

Click here to view the publication for this article on PULSE Magazine’s website.

Another day, stuck in quarantine, with the stress of life still hanging over you. It seems as though the anxiety that surrounds you will never end, but then suddenly you look over at your desk. All your plants are illuminated in the bright sun and the stress you feel seems to float away.

From flowery and small, to large and leafy, there are a variety of plants that can have a calming effect on people and help reduce anxiety. Each of these plants has their own specific element that puts us in a better mindset. Take a look and see if any of them could be your next plant baby!

Flamingo Lily  

With this plant in the room, it will seem as though you’ve taken a trip to the tropics! Flamingo Lilies can grow to be quite a big plant and produce large glossy leaves and red, vibrant flowers. It is not the easiest flower to take care of as it prefers humidity, but the benefits make it worth the hard work. This beauty purifies the air by removing toxins which can negatively affect our mental and physical health as stated by Akeena Legall, a writer at HGTV.com

Ivy

This climbing plant will soon take over your home with its sprawling leaves. According to mindfulsearching.com icy is an easy plant to take care of, only needing water approximately once a week. A fast-growing plant, ivy rids the space of mold that can create feelings of irritability and depression.

Lavender

While other plants rid feelings of anxiety by purifying the air, lavender permeates the air with its lovely scent. The smell of lavender is commonly used to alleviate feelings of stress and is often used in aromatherapy. By growing your own little sprigs of lavender, you can calm your anxiety and create a beautiful smelling space!

Succulents

Do you seem to kill each one of your plant, no matter how hard you try to keep them alive? Have no fear! Succulents are perfect for new plant owners because they need so little water. These plants come in a variety of shapes and colors and need very little attention to do their job. Each succulent releases oxygen into the air that can aid in decreasing tension and stress and lifting your mood. Add a fun planter like this llama pot and start your own little plant sanctuary!