How to take care of the phalanx: An ornamental plant that purifies the air in your home
You have surely heard or seen the phalanx ( Chlorophytum comosum ), an ornamental plant native to the tropical forests of southern Africa and now widespread throughout the world.
This ornamental plant, widely available throughout Italy, has been reported by a NASA study as one of the best plants for purifying the air in the home .
The phalanx , in fact, is able to absorb and block toxic and harmful substances that, surprisingly, are present in almost all of our homes.
Benzene, xylene, formaldehyde and carbon monoxide are all substances that are released from the paints, glues and cleaning products that our homes are full of. The phalanx blocks these substances, preventing them from spreading into the air .
These substances have been associated with many health problems, such as respiratory problems and, in severe cases, even cancer.
The phalanx has long green leaves with a white stripe. The plant needs a lot of light and humidity, but direct exposure to sunlight should be avoided.
How to keep your plant healthy?
In the case of winter, the love tie is characterized by the need for temperatures that do not fall below 14º C, it is best to have ventilated spaces with little air circulation; therefore, it is perfect to have as a decorative piece or as a companion indoors.
It is called “love tie” because when it begins to present buds in the form of white flowers, these are left hanging and become “babies”; which gives it that arachnid green appearance with lots of green leaves with white.
If you have this plant indoors, you should never flood its container, because it can dry out, it is better to water it at least every 2 times a week; Periodic nebulizations are very positive for it.
Regarding pruning, it should not be done because they dry out easily, but it is necessary to eliminate them so that they do not become sources of infection for the plant.
It is crucial that in spring and summer you fertilize at least every 2 weeks, and in winter you do it at least 1 time a month so that it maintains its fresh and green appearance.