The tape or malamadre, also known by its scientific name Chlorophytum comosumIt is a fairly common plant in homes. Interior, It is characterized by its sharp and elongated leaveswith green tones and some touches in yellow and white.
Properties
Among their benefitsthe following should be highlighted:
- It does not need too much water or light.
- Endure heat and low temperatures (from 30 to -2 degrees).
- They absorb moisture, so they are usually used for bathrooms and kitchens.
- It helps to purify the air, that is, it renews environments affected by carbon monoxide, a substance present in aerosols and cosmetics.
- As if that were not enough, it eliminates the form of the forming, as well as the toulene and the xylene.
- It is not harmful to pets.
To take into account
Before taking it home, it should be noted, it is convenient to choose a place of the home in which it can grow in optimal conditions. Although the light is good, but not the direct sun -it could burn the leaves -also grows well in the shadow areas.
Usually, moisture environments are good. Hence, you can put in the area a humifier recurrently or pulverize them with waterespecially due to high temperatures. With this, in addition, it is advisable to water it two or three times a week.
What does not tolerate, under any circumstances, is the grooved earth. In fact, it is one of the main causes for which it stops growing and ends up dying. Although this application is not well known, it can also be consumed in teas or infusions.
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