Plants That Help Keep Your Indoors Naturally Cool

July13,2025

A powerful humidifier, this graceful palm releases moisture into the air and purifies indoor toxins, making it ideal for cooling large spaces.

Areca Palm (Dypsis lutescens)

Known for its cooling gel, aloe vera also releases oxygen and absorbs heat, helping lower room temperature while purifying the air.

Aloe Vera

This hardy plant improves air quality by releasing oxygen at night and filtering out toxins—ideal for bedrooms in the summer.

Snake Plant (Sansevieria)

A beautiful and low-maintenance plant that increases humidity and removes airborne pollutants, giving a fresher indoor environment.

Peace Lily (Spathiphyllum)

With its dense foliage, it provides natural shade indoors while cleaning the air of formaldehyde and other pollutants.

Ficus Benjamina (Weeping Fig)

Acts like a natural humidifier, adding moisture to the air and absorbing toxins, particularly useful in dry and hot climates.

Boston Fern

Large, broad leaves absorb heat and trap dust. It thrives in indirect light and helps regulate indoor temperature.

Rubber Plant (Ficus elastica)

Great for improving air quality, spider plants also contribute to maintaining humidity levels, making the air feel cooler.

Spider Plant (Chlorophytum comosum)