{
  "id": 13677314,
  "title": "Researcher lists houseplants that purify air of carcinogens",
  "url": "https://urgent.news/2026/10/11/researcher-lists-houseplants-that-purify-air-of-carcinogens",
  "topic": "science",
  "section": "Science",
  "published": "2026-10-11T08:15:26.000Z",
  "source": {
    "name": "Ajel English",
    "slug": "ajel-english",
    "url": "https://english.ajel.sa/lifestyle/odpzwrhpm"
  },
  "original_language": "en",
  "account": "A Russian medical professor, Dr. Yekaterina Dubrovina from Pirogov Medical University, has identified several houseplants that can purify indoor air of carbon dioxide and carcinogens, including aloe vera and peace lily. According to Russia Today, plants like these utilize photosynthesis to release oxygen while absorbing carbon dioxide and harmful carcinogens, particularly during nighttime hours. Dr. Dubrovina recommends several plants for optimal air purification. Aloe vera is considered the best, acting as an oxygen generator at night and neutralizing formaldehyde effectively. Other suggested plants include kalanchoe, snake plant, spider plant, and peace lily. Dr. Dubrovina advises placing these plants in the bedroom, maintaining a distance of 0.5 to 2 meters from the bed for maximum benefit. However, the professor emphasizes that there's no need to create a plant-filled greenhouse in the bedroom; two large plants are sufficient. She warns against overly moist soil in many pots, as this can lead to mold growth if the room lacks proper ventilation.",
  "summary": "A Russian medical professor has identified houseplants that can remove carbon dioxide and carcinogens from indoor air, including aloe vera and peace lily.",
  "key_points": [
    "Russian professor identifies plants purifying indoor air of carcinogens",
    "Aloe vera and peace lily recommended for optimal air purification",
    "Plants placed in bedroom at 0.5 to 2 meters for maximum benefit"
  ],
  "editors_take": null,
  "illustration": null,
  "coverage": {
    "outlets": 1,
    "also_reported_by": []
  },
  "ai_generated": true,
  "disclaimer": "Summaries, key points and the editor’s take are written by software from other outlets’ reporting and may contain errors — always check the linked original."
}