After reading this article, you can find out which indoor plants bring misfortune to the house. Superstitions associated with them have been formed over a long period of time under the influence of real cases that happened to some people, and passed down from generation to generation.
Despite the fact that most biologists are sarcastic about such beliefs, you must decide for yourself whether or not to believe in their validity, because even psychologists say that when choosing plants for a house, you should not be guided by superstitions, but trust your own feelings.
Don't forget that there are houseplants that bring misfortune to the house for well-founded reasons - many of them are poisonous, and some cause severe allergic reactions.reactions.
Basic data
The main superstitions associated with indoor plants are based on their death. So, for example, if a plant dies, it is believed that it averted misfortune from the owner, and the opinion that stolen flowers take root better killed many beautiful plants from which cuttings were taken without the consent of the owners.
Signs that there are indoor plants that bring misfortune to the house were formed only in relation to the most popular house plants. As for species that have recently appeared in flower shops, such as orchids, they simply have not yet managed to earn a negative attitude towards themselves. At the same time, it is likely that in a few decades they will “acquire” their own signs.
The following are the most famous houseplants that bring bad luck, the signs of which are often extremely controversial.
Ivy
In the Middle Ages in Greece and Rome, ivy was not only a symbol of devotion, but also acted as one of the most common mascots for young girls. It was believed that it symbolizes not only the possibility of a successful marriage, but also allows the owner to maintain youth and attractiveness for a long time. To do this, it was enough just to wear a sprig of ivy on the chest.
As for the present time, in the East they believe that it increases the vital energy of the owner, prolonging his life. At the same time, in the post-Soviet territories there is an opinion that ordinary ivy,massively distributed in the southern regions, attracts misfortune to the house. In addition, it is not recommended to put it in the house of the newlyweds, as it can cause discord and quarrels in families, as a result of which men leave their families.
It is noteworthy that followers of the Feng Shui philosophy also do not recommend planting ivy, who claim that this plant, like most climbing plants, is able to take the energy of he alth and love from home.
Ficus
Ficus even in pre-war times was considered one of the most pronounced symbols of well-being. It was believed that he attracts we alth to the family. That is why this plant sought to get even the poorest segments of the population. However, after the war, attitudes towards him changed dramatically. The people began to actively spread the opinion that in those families where men survived and returned from the war, there were no ficuses.
Because people called it "the widow's plant", within a fairly short time it gained a bad reputation and most of the chic specimens of these plants were ruthlessly destroyed.
Monstera
Monstera is a fast growing vine with carved leaves. In China, it is customary to give it to respected elderly people, as it is believed that it can influence the increase in the number of days allotted for a person to live. Because of this sign, it is considered a wonderful gift for almost any occasion. However, our people's superstitions about keeping monstera in the house are radically different from Chinese ones. There is an opinion that this is one of the most dangerous vampire plants,absorbing human energy, because of which people become lethargic and apathetic. In addition, it is not recommended to start it in families where there are people with a sick heart or lung problems, as it can "suffocate" a person at night.
But the monstera can be put in a public place where a lot of negative energy accumulates, for example, in court. There, she will not only please you with her appearance, but will also consume excess negative energy.
Fern
The opinion about the "mystical" fern plant, the flower of which has long been sought on the night of Ivan Kupala, is quite contradictory. So, in some parts it is believed that by bringing a fern into the house, you will bring trouble with it, and while the plant is in it, various misfortunes will be attracted to you. However, in other places it is believed that the fern, on the contrary, protects the family from the evil that other people do, and any evil spirits. It is believed that if the fern suddenly dries up, then it has taken over the damage directed against the owner of the home.
Violet
There is a common superstition that if you keep violets (saintpaulia) in the house, the girl living in it will never be able to marry for love. In fact, this plant is considered an invariable cause of female loneliness, a girl can remain alone until old age. In addition, violets are not recommended to be kept in the house also due to the fact that the female part of the family may have a variety ofdiseases of the reproductive system.
Cyperus
It is believed that this plant has such a powerful energy that it easily suppresses the human biofield, having a powerful negative impact on the he alth of people who are daily in close proximity to it. People who have it at home are often and seriously ill. Despite the fact that today there is no scientific evidence of this fact, if you still decide to have cyperus in the house, be sure to listen to your well-being.
Husband Plants
There are a large number of plants that should not be planted in the house from an emotional and psychological point of view. These indoor plants, which bring misfortune to the house, have received the name "husband plants" from people.
Usually, in this category, in addition to the above-described ivy, fall:
- Scindapsus is one of the most popular varieties of tropical vines. It is believed that she not only brings quarrels into the house and is the culprit of divorces, but also “expels” all men from the family, including even sons and grandchildren.
- Cissus - like scindapsus, belongs to the category of plants that have a direct impact on the fact that men leave families. In addition, cissus is considered a real magnet for attracting misfortunes to the family.
- Hibiscus - it is not recommended to start it for unmarried women, as their personal life begins to deteriorate, and the lover may sooner or later go to another.
- Hoya -it is believed that this plant can not only "drive" a man out of the house, but also kill him from the world.
- Tradescantia - in the house where this plant is located, the marriage may soon collapse.
Signs related to coloring flowers
As a rule, signs associated with flowers do not portend anything terrible. Often, flowers that bring misfortune to the house are also divided according to color. For example:
- White flowers symbolize purity and innocence. That is why there is a belief that it is better for newlyweds to give flowers of this color for a wedding.
- Red flowers symbolize passion and love.
- Yellow flowers foreshadow an imminent parting.
- It is customary to give blue flowers to close people, as they symbolize sincerity and kindness.
Conclusion
Don't rush to throw away your favorite flowers just because someone told you they are indoor plants that bring misfortune to your home. Of course, to believe or not to believe in such statements is a personal matter for each person, but you should first of all trust your own feelings.
Even if you are personally acquainted with people whose life did not work out for some reason and some of the plants listed in this article just stood in their house, this does not mean that people have suffered precisely from their negative influence. After all, most countries have their own folk signs associated with plants.
Indoor flowersshould be selected into the house only taking into account your taste preferences, because first of all they should please you with their appearance and cheer you up.
