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Recent studies have focused on the question, do plants increase productivity? By incorporating the natural world into an office, are conditions improved and workers more productive overall? It’s a question worth examining, and while we’re biased here at Epic Gardening, the result of a few studies might surprise you!
Aglaonema
There are so many aglaonema varieties and so many colors among them. Bringing plants of the Aglaonema species into offices is sure to have multiple applications. Among the research mentioned above, this Chinese evergreen helped people in the workplace with increased productivity, lower stress levels, and better overall performance.
Dracaena
The Madagascar Dragon Tree is a taller plant that brings a bit of tropical nature indoors. They need little maintenance, preferring to be root bound, and only need water every week or so. Among the horticultural sciences, there is widespread conviction that Dracaena species help employees maintain productivity by absorbing sounds in a room, limiting distraction, and increasing workplace health. Dracaena marginata, and more specifically, the Dracaena ‘Janet Craig’ cultivar, are perfect ways to bring the natural world into the office, limit the amount of VOCs, and cut down noise levels.
Pothos
Known botanically as Epipremnum aureum, the pothos plant is one of the most common houseplants out there. With 15 different species and numerous types of pothos to choose from, you have plenty of aesthetic directions you can go. A traditional golden pothos brings lightness in the form of lovely variegated foliage and in its ability to clear the air. This is one of those plants that thrives in low light conditions, and it’s one of those natural air filters that boosts the quality of the air in the office. As we have discussed, better air quality relates directly to well-being.
Philodendron
The heartleaf philodendron is perhaps the most well-known philodendron plant. These plants need some natural light but thrive in indirect light settings. Therefore, it’s perfect for a room with lower light. Not only will the philodendron help with memory retention, keeping employees psychologically engaged, but you’ll also have cleaner air and, in turn, fewer sick days. Try ‘Congo’ for even more lush greenery and palm-like leaves if that’s a better fit for your office. You can even grow several different kinds in small pots all over the office. The loveliness of philodendrons will also improve your team’s overall self-esteem!
Snake Plant
With the botanical name of Sansevieria trifasciata and a common name of Mother-in-law’s tongue, snake plants are perhaps the most studied plants by air quality and horticultural researchers. Snake plants bring lots of green color with variations to an environment and are known to boost mood and improve workplace air quality. They’re a stark addition to the office, and bringing plants like these will reduce the amounts of carbon dioxide in the air and in turn, increase workplace satisfaction.
Schefflera
Umbrella Tree care is so simple; why wouldn’t someone incorporate its lovely foliage in their office? An ‘Amate’ Umbrella Tree is sure to bring a dash of variegated foliage and positive effect to the workplace, increasing productivity as it cleans the air. Research suggests umbrella plants filter from the air the toxins benzene, formaldehyde, and toluene. This research reinforces the speculation that plant lovers have had for some time: plants boost health and mood in whatever room they’re in!
Peace Lily
Much like the umbrella tree, peace lily care is pretty easy! Try the varieties Spathiphyllum ‘Petite’ , or Spathiphyllum ‘Sensation’, for rich greenery that makes the environment that much more enjoyable. Rather than a desk plant, the peace lily is perfect in larger pots and parts of the office that don’t receive a ton of natural light. The flowers of the peace lily are lovely too! Seeing them grow and develop will improve the health of employees by lowering their stress levels, and providing a more productive space to work in.
ZZ Plant
The botanical name for the ZZ plant is Zamioculcas zamiifolia. This is one of those premiere plants studied in research that says plants boost the air quality in the room they’re placed in. Fresh air is often hard to come by in an office, but adding small ZZ plants to your desk will improve that! The ZZ plant is so easy to take care of, with very little fuss needed to keep its greenery lush and beautiful. Your productivity won’t be interrupted by pruning and watering.
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