As well as providing visual beauty, houseplants are actually good to have in your home.
They improve your mood, boost productivity, concentration and creativity, reduce stress, fatigue, sore throats and colds, and help to clean indoor air.
But despite their popularity, there are actually several species that some should avoid being kept indoors.
Bonsai
Bonsai trees are beautiful and can immediately brighten up any room.
However, this small tree inside your home could cause allergies, especially those who suffer already.
Some Bonsai tree owners have suffered from skin rashes, itchy eyes and nasal irritation.
Owners should be particularly careful when pruning or watering their Bonsai tree.
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