If You Want Better Sleep, Your Bedroom Shouldn't Lack These 5 Plants

The bedroom is your inner sanctum

The bedroom is a sacred place. Most people use it as a multipurpose room. It doubles as a dining room, office, lounge, play room, dressing area, and an overall receptacle for all of your stuff. However, a huge part of establishing and maintaining good sleep hygiene is by creating a peaceful place for relaxation and sleep.^[1] You can start by simply decluttering your space^[2] and limiting the activities you engage in—in this space eat at the dinner table, work in your office or other designated space, lounge on the couch, etc.

One thing that can significantly enhance and alter the overall ambiance and serenity of your sacred sleep space is the addition of plants. Studies^[3] show that there exists a number of plants that have sedative properties and create a sense of calm just by having them near you.

5 plants you should have in your bedroom to produce a better night’s sleep

1. Lavender

Lavender is famous for its ability to reduce anxiety, soothe your senses and induce sleep. The scent of lavender^[4] slows down your heart rate and lowers stress levels. Studies have also shown that the smell increases light sleep and decreases rapid-eye-movement (REM) sleep allowing you to become fully awake quicker—making this plant perfect for napping. Another benefit of the aromatherapy lavender plants provide is that it actually reduces crying in babies which in turn allows parents to sleep better.

2. Rosemary

Rosemary is a member of the mint family and along with its sedative properties it also improves your memory^[5] and improves the overall air quality in confined spaces.

3. Jasmine

The scent of jasmine has been clinically proven to improve the overall quality of sleep and increase mental alertness and productivity. It also helps in reducing anxiety and depression. Its soothing botanicals have profound effects on your body and mind.^[6]

.4. Snake Plant

Snake plants^[7] are easy to care for and require very little fuss. These low maintenance beauties improve the quality of air throughout your home by emitting fresh oxygen into the atmosphere during the night. They remove carbon dioxide and filter household toxins from the air. These plants are ideal for those with severe allergies, asthma or other breathing issues.

5. English Ivy

English ivy is another low-maintenance plant that grows easily indoors. It also is a phenomenal air purifier. Studies show that English ivy can reduce air molds^[8] by 94% in 12 hours. It is especially beneficial for those with mold sensitivities and breathing difficulties. It is the ideal plant for you if your sleep quarters are located in a dark and damp space.

A surefire way to improve the quality of sleep at night is by adding these five plants to your bedroom. Not only do they spruce up the room and add to the aesthetics of the space but they add vitality and life to your private sanctuary. The also have practical relaxing and purifying benefits – which promotes healthy sleep.

Reference

[1]	^	Alaska Sleep Clinic: What is Sleep Hygiene? The Best Practices to Help You Sleep Every night
[2]	^	Alaska Sleep Clinic: 9 Tips for Maximizing Your Sleep Environment
[3]	^	Journal of Psychopharmacology: Medicinal plants for insomnia: a review of their pharmacology, efficacy, and tolerability
[4]	^	Journal of Pharmacology: Medicinal plants for insomnia: a review of their pharmacology, efficacy and tolerability
[5]	^	DailyMail: Why a whiff of rosemary DOES help you remember: Sniffing the herb can increase memory by 75%
[6]	^	Sleep Habits: The Most Effective Herbal Sleep Aids
[7]	^	Gardening Know How: Snake Plant Info – How To Grow A Snake Plant And Snake Plant Care
[8]	^	Allergy & Air: How English Ivy Helps Reduce Mold in Your Home