8 Plants to keep in your bedroom for better sleep

Goodbye Insomnia: 8 Plants to keep in your bedroom for better sleep

Angela Goh

10 Jul 2017

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Aloe vera
One of the most well-known air purifying plants, aloe vera is able to emit oxygen at night, making your bedroom a more conducive place for getting a restful sleep. Being an easy plant to grow and maintain, you don’t even have to water it that often. Just place it near your bedroom window as it requires a good amount of direct sunlight!
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Jasmine
We’ve all walked past jasmine bushes before and noticed the wafting sweet scent of its delicate white blossoms. This sweet fragrance can help with lulling us to sleep, much like aromatherapy. Studies have shown that sleeping in a room with jasmine can chase away insomnia and improve our sleep quality. In fact, results have found that the subjects who slept in a room fragranced with jasmine woke up feeling more refreshed!
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Lavender
Like jasmine, lavender has a pleasing smell that can have great aromatherapeutic effects. It is no wonder many products such as essential oils and scented candles feature lavender as one of the best fragrances to calm the senses and induce a relaxed state. Studies have shown that the scent of lavender is able to lower levels of stress and even slow down heart rate and reduce blood pressure. While lavender products are very easily available on the market, why not try the real thing by placing a beautiful lavender plant on your bedside table?
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Gardenia
Boasting glossy evergreen leaves and perfumed blossoms, gardenias are perfect for insomniacs needing a better night’s sleep. Studies have indicated that they are effective at relieving anxiety and promoting good slumber. Note, however, that they may be tricky to keep indoors as they require a high amount of maintenance. Its presence in your bedroom might be worth the effort, though!
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Spider plant
NASA rates this as one of the best plants to cleanse pollutants in the air, thanks to its ability to reduce up to 90% of cancer-causing chemical formaldehyde from the atmosphere. On top of that, the plant is able to remove odours and fumes that we can definitely live without. Talk about impressive!
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Peace lily
Lovely to look at, the peace lily has also been hailed by NASA as a plant capable of filtering out harmful toxins in the air. Keep the plant in the shade, away from strong sunlight, and remember to water weekly.
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Golden pothos
This air-purifying plant is not just useful, it’s aesthetically pleasing as well, making it a gorgeous addition to your bedroom. Its marbled, heart-shaped leaves are capable of drawing in toxins from the environment, increasing your chances of a more restful sleep.
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Valerian
Of course, we couldn’t forget about valerian! Commonly used in tea blends and supplements to promote a better sleep, you can also keep this plant in your bedroom to help banish the insomnia. Research has shown that inhaling the scent of valerian root will help you fall asleep more quickly.

If you’re having trouble falling asleep at night, perhaps look into purchasing one of these plants to keep by your bed.

It’s no secret that a lack of good quality sleep can bring about lethargy, decreased productivity, and poor health. In most women aged between their late-twenties to mid-forties, lack of sleep is most commonly attributed to stress and anxiety. Fortunately, there are ways to combat the issue of insomnia, such as aromatherapy and even drinking certain beverages before bedtime. We’re here to add to the list of helpful sleep-inducing methods you can use to banish those pesky dark eye circles, namely: keeping plants in the bedroom!

Studies have shown that being surrounded nature can greatly help lower your cortisol levels and your blood pressure. Certain plants also have the ability to purify and detoxify the air, even going so far as to remove unpleasant odours hanging around your bedroom and preventing mould from spreading. This can help give you a better night’s rest. Head up to the gallery to find out which plants are best kept in your bedroom to promote a restful sleep and a fresh morning.

Angela Goh

Photos: Getty Images

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