If you can't ever seem to relax, especially during these trying times, these 5 houseplants listed by PureWow are sure to give you some relief.<br /><br />1. Mint.<br />Not only is this herb great to cook with, but a study by Wheeling Jesuit University found that the smell can lower frustration and boost awareness.<br /><br />2. Jasmine.<br />A study published in the 'Journal of Biological Chemistry' found this plant's scent to be "as calming as Valium."<br /><br />3. Aloe.<br />This super plant does more than soothe burns and moisturize skin. It also purifies the air of carcinogens and emits oxygen at night.<br /><br />4. Lavender.<br />This flowering herb has been used in aromatherapy for centuries. It has the ability to calm nerves, lower pulse rates and combat depression.<br /><br />5. Basil.<br />This herb contains the compound linalool, which has been found to reduce the activity of certain genes that go into overdrive during stressful situations.
