Revolutionizing Home Air Quality with Genetically Modified Houseplants.
Originally Published 2 years ago — by Newser
French biotech company Neoplants has introduced genetically-engineered pothos plants that can metabolize indoor air pollutants often missed by traditional air purifiers. The plant, called Neo P1, has been modified to absorb volatile organic compounds (VOCs) and transform toxic substances into life-supporting amino acids and sugars. The company claims that Neo P1 is equivalent to up to 30 regular houseplants in terms of air purification. The plant comes in its own specially-designed potting soil that has been enhanced by biochar and supplements called Power Drops. Field tests outside a lab setting are on the horizon.