Have you ever thought that you were not getting enough oxygen in your life? Yeah, me too! How do we fix our oxygen-deprived selves in cities with minimal plant life? I have the answer! Have you ever heard of the great house plants that create oxygen? Obviously all plants make oxygen, but there are specific genus species whose purpose is to filter the air and get rid of toxins such as formaldehyde. So, here is a list of some purifying plants to add to your home!

1. Aloe Vera

This succulent helps get rid of formaldehyde and benzene, which can be a part of chemical cleaners and paints. The gel inside the plant can also be used to heal cuts and burns. It was known as "the plant of immortality" in Egypt.

2. Spider Plant (Chlorophytum Comosum)

The spider plant reduces the amount of benzene, formaldehyde, carbon monoxide, and xylene in the air.

3. Chinese Evergreen (Alglaonema Crispum, or "Deborah")

This easy-care plant diminishes a variety of air pollutants and removes more toxins as exposure continues. It is called "the easiest house plant" because it thrives in low light and will grow almost anywhere.

4. Garden Mum (Chrysanthemum Morifolium)

Available at garden stores, this plant removes ammonia, benzene, formaldehyde, and xylene.

5. Bamboo Palm (Chamaedorea Seifritzii)

Bamboo palm is a stellar plant that filters formaldehyde, trichloroethylene, and benzene.

6. Golden Pothos

Golden Pothos has the ability to clear formaldehyde from the air. Hanging the plant allows the leaves to grow in cascading vines. It is also known as "Devil's Ivy."

7. Areca Palm (Chrysalidocarpus Lutescens)

This plant takes carbon dioxide and turns in into oxygen. It also removes pollutants from the air.

8. Snake Plant (Sansevieria Trisciata)

Unlike other plants that produce oxygen during the day, the snake plant produces its oxygen at night. People like to keep these in their bedrooms for a boost of oxygen while they sleep. It also doesn't need to be watered often for it is part of the succulent family.

What are you waiting for? Go buy some amazing purifying plants for your home!