5 Powerful Ornamental Plants To Help Relieve Stress

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JAKARTA - What do you usually do to relieve stress? Go for a walk? Watching movies? Or sleep all day? All of that can be done according to hobbies or activities that are considered to relieve the burden of the mind.

However, have you ever thought about how to relieve stress by growing plants? Yes, apart from being a room decoration, some of the following plants also have benefits for mental health. By presenting these plants at home, it is guaranteed that your mind will feel calmer,

Place the following plants to improve air quality, immune system, productivity, and maintain your mental health.

Jasmine flower

If you usually find jasmine plants thrive in your yard, this time try planting them in pots. This plant turns out to be quite easy to grow and care for as an ornamental plant in pots and placed indoors.

The fragrant aroma of jasmine flowers can affect chemical reactions in the brain's nervous system, where when the aroma is inhaled it can calm the nervous system, reduce anxiety, and mild depression.

Aloe vera

Aloe vera is very famous in the world of beauty because of its benefits that can moisturize the skin and thicken the hair. More than that, aloe vera also has the ability to clean the air in the room. Its easy maintenance system makes this plant an ideal and beautiful indoor ornamental plant.

Research shows that exposure to pollution can increase anxiety, fear, and worry. Aloe vera is able to remove harmful chemicals from the air that can affect our respiratory system and trigger feelings of stress and anxiety.

Lavender

The relaxing scent of lavender makes it the perfect base for aromatherapy. The fragrance of this plant is believed to create a sense of calm because this plant has various properties, such as helping to reduce stress, anxiety, and even mild pain. According to research, the scent of lavender can significantly reduce the anxiety level of respondents with phobias in dental patients.

Chamomile

Often used as a tea base, chamomile with its beautiful flowers is one of the best stress-relieving indoor plants to place indoors. In addition, this plant is also efficacious to relieve stomach pain and is able to detoxify the body by increasing metabolism and the digestive system.

Rosemary

Rosemary can help lower blood levels of the stress hormone cortisol. Research confirms that the scent of rosemary can improve cognitive function which can help reduce symptoms of anxiety.