1. Spider Plants
2. Orchids
3. Snake Plants
4. Ant Plant
5. Lilly
(Not Recommended, African Violet or plants with fuzzy type leaves)
House plants have been studied by NASA for their ability to clean the air around them. They can help reduce benzene, pet dander, dust mites, other allergens and pollutants. Plants absorb these allergens through their leaves and release clean oxygen. Soil may also play a role in trapping and filtering allergens from the air. Plants also give off moisture which reduces airborne allergens. Certain plants have proven to be more effective at cleaning the air. Plants like spider plants and orchids are two favorites. Make sure that you do not pick a plant that releases large amounts of pollen. Plants with smooth leaves are better as those with fuzzy type leaves can sometimes be a magnet for dust and allergens.
If you have house plants its very important that you maintain them properly. Unhealthy plants can actually increase allergens like mold. Make sure that plants are trimmed properly and that any dead growth is removed. Do not over water your house plants as over watering can cause damage and is a invitation to mold. Never keep your plants in wicker type baskets and make sure they get the proper amount of sun during the day. If you keep your plants healthy they will return the favor and keep you healthy. Very young children like to help take care of plants and they are learning about science and nature without realizing it.
Plants also add to the mood of a room and give off a calming effect. Some research suggest that house plants might be similar to pets and might even reduce blood pressure. Try and add a plant to every room of your house. Make sure you do not forget the bedroom where air quality is the most important. Plants have been helping to clean the earths environment for thousands of years so why not give them a try for your own natural allergy relief.