Many indoor ficuses are not demanding of special attention, so they are often bred at home and kept in offices. However, in relation to them, like many other plants, there are several signs indicating the advantages and disadvantages of breeding this plant. Moreover, all existing superstitions and signs are so different that it is very difficult to make a choice.
All opinions regarding the described plant were divided into 2 parts. Some believe that ficus negatively affects a person, while others are confident that this plant has a positive effect on events in life. If the question arises as to whether it is possible to keep ficus at home, you should examine all the values it will take and draw the appropriate conclusions.
general information
In homes and apartments, the presence of indoor plants is desirable. Many flowers perfectly purify the air and create a pleasant and cozy atmosphere. They are an indispensable element of the decoration of any room. However, the question often arises, are all flowers safe? Not all. Among the numerous representatives of the flora, there are plants that produce toxic substances that adversely affect human health and life.
Is it possible to keep ficus in the house? The evergreen ficus tree is in high demand among florists of various categories (both beginners and experienced). This plant attracts attention with its appearance: the rich color of foliage on a lush crown, a variety of species and varieties.
The most common and popular are the following subspecies: ficus Benjamin, Robusta, Black Prince, Melanie, etc. The peculiarity of them is that they harmoniously complement both home and office environments.
Ficus
This ornamental deciduous plant belongs to the mulberry family. In the living quarters, tree-like large individuals have perfectly taken root. They are completely capricious and not demanding in care. Slightly less often tropical ficuses are found in apartments, called ampelous and famous for their rather capricious character.
Many people love Ficus for its energy, which can absorb negative and give positive energy in return. This plant is a long-liver. Their leaves are mostly glossy, and in some species they are very large, reaching a diameter of up to 40 cm. There are many varieties of ficus, but not all of them can grow at home.
Ficus in the house
Keep the plant in the house or abandon this venture? First, you should decide on your own preferences. If the plant was so much liked that the idea to buy a pot with it for the house does not leave, do not give up this pleasure. True, there is no need to count on lush and lush flowering here. Ficus blooms very rarely, and usually it happens only "in the wild." But proper and good care for it will give a beautiful evergreen lush tree.
Many houseplants, including ficus, were subjected to fairly thorough study by scientists at research centers. The findings of scientists and florists suggest that plants enrich the air with oxygen and purify it from harmful trace elements.
Hence, the ficus in the house is not harmful. It is also useful to keep it. It is able to absorb phenol, benzene and formaldehyde, as well as other harmful substances that adversely affect the emotional and mental state of a person, as well as his physical well-being. However, eating green leaves (applies to small children and pets) is dangerous to health.
As for superstitious people, before buying any houseplant they should study popular beliefs, bad and good signs about ficus.
Positive aspects of ficus
Many peoples of the world believe that ficus can be kept at home. This plant, in their opinion, not only cleans the energy of the house, but also helps to have children. According to superstitions and signs, Benjamin's ficus is a universal plant that brings good luck. For residents of Thailand, this flower is a symbol. It is generally accepted that this plant is necessary in the house, it is only important to observe some rules:
- It is best if ficus is presented by friends. Thereby, allegedly, they wish more joy in life and prosperity. It is believed that donated ficus will help a person in luck in life.
- Ficus “the black prince”, which has a more pronounced positive energy and brings good news, is most suitable for home growing. According to signs, the ficus in the house saves the room from negative energy and contributes to an increase in financial profit.
- According to Feng Shui, ficus should be put in the bedroom, which will help to attract not only a happy family life, but will also contribute to adding to the family.
About flowering ficus
Almost all nationalities of the world, except the Slavic ones, are confident in the use of ficus in the house.
It is important only to properly care for the plant and treat it as a member of your family. It is important to try to do everything possible so that the ficus blooms. If this happens, it will mean that requests for wishes have been heard and soon everything will be as we wanted. It turns out that the ficus in the house brings happiness.
This plant is ideal for offices, as it contributes to the growth of monetary profit. According to legend, growing ficus in the office will help to significantly increase the financial condition. There are some statistics, according to which the best financial stability is seen in those enterprises where any sort of ficus grows.
Negative signs about ficuses
What is this ficus plant? Can I keep him at home? Each plant in its own way affects people's lives. Some contribute to luck and help achieve goals. And some of them negatively affect health, personal life and contribute negatively to family idyll.
The Slavic peoples have their own superstitions regarding ficus. The values they take will be completely opposite to those presented above. The Slavs always believed that ficus has negative energy and can only bring disasters. In former times, there was a belief that ficus promotes anger, envy and a desire to quarrel. The signs of the Slavic peoples indicate that this plant brings adversity and is harmful for maintaining family well-being and procreation. Superstition has changed slightly over time.
Among the signs that have a negative meaning, there is another not very pleasant one. Ficus expels men from home. This means that it will be difficult for a girl to start a family, and men who already live in an apartment will have mental problems and will lose peace. Based on the foregoing, each person must decide for himself whether to keep a ficus at home.
Conclusion
You can keep ficus at home - signs are more important for superstitious people. Although there are many, according to popular beliefs, the negative qualities of the ficus, it also has quite important advantages. It cleans the air in the home, saving it from toxic and harmful substances, creates a wonderful atmosphere, beauty and comfort in the house.
Everyone must decide for himself whether to purchase this plant for maintenance in the house or not. It is only important to remember that it is better not to take those varieties that contain poison. It is also necessary to conduct proper care of the plant: water periodically, cut off the yellowed leaves and wipe them from dust with a damp cloth. Ventilate the room more often (without drafts).
And about accepting, believing or not believing in them, is everyone's business. However, one should listen to them and look closely at the events taking place in the house.
Finally
It is important that any plant loves to be treated as well as any member of the family. No matter what the ficus was purchased for, the main thing is that he is well aware of his thorough care and love for him. Otherwise, a family breakdown may occur, and troubles may arise.