Chinese evergreen plants have an ability to filter indoor air pollutants, benzene, formaldehyde, and toxins thus improving the air quality of your indoor spaces. These plant grows in medium and low sunlight and lives for up to 10 years. If you have young kids and pets at home, take care of them since these plants are toxic when ingested. Chinese evergreen plants need water moderately and allow the compost to almost dry out before watering.