Plants to grow in the office to reduce stress

Pothos, jade, snake plant… are suitable indoor plants that are good for your health, especially helping to reduce stress at work.

Sitting for long periods and prolonged exposure to electronic devices often makes office workers stressed and tired. Planting more greenery in common areas at the office or placing a small potted plant on your desk is an effective solution. There are many types of plants that help reduce stress in the office, not only purifying the air and making the office more airy but also reducing stress and calming the mind.

Plants that help reduce stress in the office

A new study, conducted in collaboration by Norwegian and Swedish scientists, suggests that having plants in the office can help reduce work-related fatigue and stress.

Dr. Tina Brinslimak, an environmental psychology expert and research team leader, stated that in addition to these effects, the presence of plants in the office also helps reduce dry throat, headaches, coughing, and dry skin.

According to Times of India, Green plants not only liven up dull office spaces but also help eliminate negative energy and bad vibes, improving health and work morale. However, it's important to choose the right type of plant, which, in addition to air purification, must be resilient and low-maintenance.

Here are some plants that help reduce stress in the office, which experts recommend growing to bring more good energy to the workspace.

Betel tree

Cây trầu bà tỏa ra năng lượng tích cực, có tác dụng làm dịu và giúp giảm lo lắng và căng thẳng ở văn phòng. (Ảnh: Amazon.com)
The pothos plant radiates positive energy, with a calming effect that helps reduce anxiety and stress in the office. (Photo: Amazon.com)

Its fresh green leaves have a calming effect and help reduce anxiety and stress. Pothos doesn't require much light to survive, and you can even grow them in water.

Besides being easy to care for, another reason this plant is popular for offices is because its heart-shaped leaves look beautiful and help brighten your workspace. Therefore, pothos are believed to radiate positive energy.

Jade plant

Cây ngọc bích là một loại cây giúp giảm căng thẳng ở văn phòng. (Ảnh: The Spruce)
Jade plants are a type of plant that helps reduce stress in the office. (Photo: The Spruce)

Jade is an easy-to-care-for succulent plant that thrives indoors. It requires minimal watering. Its beauty and vitality bring positive energy, helping to reduce stress in the workplace.

In Japanese folklore, jade is called the money tree, bringing financial success and good luck. Therefore, Japanese people like to place it in their offices.

Tiger Lily

Cây lưỡi hổ được biết đến với khả năng thanh lọc độc tố trong không khí. Nó cần rất ít ánh sáng nên bạn có thể đặt nó ở bất cứ đâu trong văn phòng. (Ảnh: Bouqs)
Snake plants are known for their ability to purify toxins from the air. They require very little light, so you can place them anywhere in your office. (Photo: Bouqs)

Healthy snake plants look quite attractive. They are known for their ability to purify toxins in the air. Most plants absorb oxygen at night, but snake plants release oxygen even at night, while filtering harmful substances like formaldehyde, trichloroethylene, etc.

It needs very little sunlight, so you can place it anywhere in the office.

Cactus

Xương rồng là một trong những loại cây văn phòng được ưa chuộng vì bạn không cần chăm sóc cẩn thận, có thể quên tưới nước cho chúng trong nhiều ngày. (Ảnh: The Spruce)
Cacti are one of the most popular office plants because you don't need to take care of them meticulously; you can forget to water them for many days. (Photo: The Spruce)

Cacti are quite small and come in many varieties. They require a significant amount of sunlight, making them unsuitable for dimly lit offices. However, if your workspace has a windowsill or receives ample light, you can grow one or more cacti.

The intense vitality and unique beauty of cacti evoke positive emotions and thoughts, thus helping to soothe the mind and reduce stress. They are truly a stress-reducing plant for the office. Another reason cacti are popular is that you can forget to water them for many days.

Lucky bamboo

Cây phát lộc phát triển tốt trong những chiếc bát nhỏ trên bàn làm việc và tận hưởng ánh sáng tự nhiên. (Ảnh: MagicBricks)
Lucky bamboo plants grow well in small bowls on desks and enjoy natural light. (Photo: MagicBricks)

The lucky bamboo plant is considered a bringer of good fortune. It doesn't require elaborate care; you only need to keep its roots submerged in water. The plant thrives in a small bowl on your desk and enjoys the natural light that filters into the room.

In traditional Japanese culture, the kumquat tree is a symbol of prosperity and is believed to ward off negative energy.

Aloe vera

Cây lô hội có khả năng loại bỏ các chất ô nhiễm như formaldehyde và benzen trong không khí. (Ảnh: Good Housekeeping)
Aloe vera plants are capable of removing pollutants like formaldehyde and benzene from the air. (Photo: Good Housekeeping)

You can buy both large and small aloe vera plants for your office. The smaller plants are easy to place on your desk.

Aloe vera has the ability to remove pollutants such as formaldehyde and benzene from the air. It is an ideal plant to grow for both decorative and medicinal purposes. The gel inside the leaves can also be used to treat cuts and burns.

Aloe vera is also said to bring good luck and positive energy. It can be placed under artificial light or indirect sunlight. 

Peace Lily

Lan Ý là loại cây lý tưởng cho bất kỳ không gian văn phòng nào không có cửa sổ lớn.  (Ảnh: The Spruce)
The Peace Lily is the ideal plant for any office space lacking large windows. (Photo: The Spruce)

The Peace Lily is a fairly large plant that purifies the air. It can grow even in low light conditions. This plant is ideal for any office space that lacks large windows. Its long green leaves improve energy flow and detoxify the air. It is a low-maintenance plant that can be watered once a week.

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