Spotlight: The Monstera Plant
Monstera plants are far from scary, although their name may indicate otherwise. They lush, generously sized plants are fast growing, low-maintenance and easy to care for – but they are also quite beautiful and a great addition to any workplace. Like many green plants, the Monstera plant provides numerous benefits – although it has a few unique and intriguing characteristics as well.
Did You Know? The Monstera plant produces fruit rich in Vitamins B and C, phosphorous, potassium, and some proteins. However, it is not recommended that you attempt to eat the fruit unless you are knowledgeable about its growth, as it can cause illness and inflammation if eaten before it is completely ripe.
Benefits of the Monstera Plant
Monstera plants exhibit rapid growth, which extends both upward and outward. For those interested in feng shui, these plants represent expansion and positive energy. However, they are typically sought after for their attractive appearance and decorative use in settings from shopping malls to hotels and restaurants. They thrive indoors and therefore add unique visual depth to any space. some of the additional benefits of this plant variety include:
Healthier Air: According to NASA’s often-cited study, green plants with oversized, broad leaves – like the monstera plant – have the ability to eliminate some harmful toxins from indoor air. While they cannot completely purify the air, having these plants as a part of your interior design can help remove certain unwelcome substances from the air everyone is breathing all day long. Because monstera plants exhibit waxy leaves characteristic of epiphytic plants, they are proficient at absorbing humidity from the surrounding air. Therefore, they may be an excellent choice for a business environment in Florida, which is known for its high levels of humidity, as they can help control the moisture in the air.
Since monstera plants can both eliminate toxins from the air and assist in mitigating humidity, musty odors, mold, and mildew can also be reduced by adding these plants throughout the area.
Stress Relief: Live plants in an office or commercial space can help to reduce stress levels and physical stress responses, such as heart rate and blood pressure. The ability of green plants to offer this type of anxiety-lowering effect to humans can help to cultivate improved mental and physical health over the long term. In fact, cultivating plants such as the monstera has been shown to have therapeutic benefits when treating depression and even early-onset dementia.
Improved Focus: Research has indicated that living and working amidst live plants such as monsteras is beneficial for sharpening focus, improving attention span and boosting memory and cognitive function. Having monstera plants in the workplace may therefore improve employee satisfaction and morale and increase productivity.
Sound Absorption: One of the most unique benefits of these broad-leafed plants in a commercial setting or busy office environment is that they provide effective sound barriers. The surface of their leaves has the ability to absorb sound vibrations, reducing and muffling noise in the surrounding area.
Better Sleep: Although we hope no one is sleeping at the office, it is interesting to note that the cleaner air resulting from a room full of monstera plants may actually help people to sleep better at night.
Monstera Plant Leasing for Your Business
The Tropex team are experts are assessing your needs and environment and guiding you towards the best plants for your offices or place of business. Whether monstera plants, tropical palms, or living walls, you can be assured that the plants we provide will fit the ambiance and aesthetics of your space.
Tropex is not only Sarasota’s premier plant leasing service, but we also provide professional installation and ongoing maintenance to guarantee that your plants always look amazing.
Call today to learn more about our plant leasing services.
