Why suffer? Clearing the air at work is as easy as bringing in a common houseplant. A simple little plant can soak up toxins and circulate fresh oxygen.

Plants have other benefits too. A few well-placed plants can instantly liven up a dull cubicle or a featureless hallway. They add a soothing, natural touch to an otherwise sterile office space. And they can even hide unsightly computer and electrical cords.

In return, indoor plants demand very little and you don't need a green thumb to get your mini "office garden" growing. Really, all you do is set your office thermostat to a reasonable 60 to 75 degrees, set the plants in a window or a corner (depending on light needs), and watch them grow.

OK, so most indoor plants do require a little care. You'll need to water them on a regular basis. And most plants, especially large ones, need a good dusting every other week or so. But for all the benefits plants bring you?from better health to a greener work environment?watering and dusting your newfound leafy friends is the least you can do!

To help you choose from the jungle of plant choices, we've compiled a list of the top 10 plants for your office. These plants are recommended by experts as the best at counteracting chemicals while balancing humidity in the air:

1. Areca palm
2. Reed palm
3. Dwarf date palm
4. Boston fern
5. Janet Craig dracaena
6. English ivy
7. Australian sword fern
8. Peace lily
9. Rubber plant
10. Weeping fig

It's recommended that you use one plant for every 10 yards of floor space, so go for the green. If you're unsure of your ability to keep your leafy friends leafy, buy a few different kinds and take a Darwinian approach to deciding which plants do best for you. The ones that survive and thrive will clear the air and give you a sense of accomplishment!