After reading this article, you can find out which houseplants bring misfortune to the house. Superstitions associated with them have been formed for a long time under the influence of real cases that have occurred with some people, and have been transmitted from generation to generation.
Despite the fact that most biologists are sarcastic about such beliefs, whether or not to believe in their validity, you must decide for yourself, because even psychologists say that when choosing plants for a house, one should not be guided by superstitions, but trust their own feelings.
Do not forget that there are indoor plants that bring unhappiness to the house for well-founded reasons - many of them are poisonous, and some cause severe allergic 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 took away the misfortune from the owner, and the opinion that stolen flowers take root better killed many beautiful plants from which cuttings were separated without the consent of the owners.
The 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 the species that have recently appeared in flower shops, such as orchids, they simply have not yet managed to earn a negative attitude. Moreover, it is likely that in a few decades they will "grow" with their own signs.
Below are the most famous houseplants that bring misfortune, 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 talismans for young girls. It was believed that it symbolizes not only the possibility of a successful marriage, but also allows the owner to maintain youthfulness and attractiveness for a long time. To do this, it was enough to just carry a twig of ivy on the chest.
As for the present, in the East they believe that it increases the owner’s vital energy, 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, since it is capable of causing discord and quarrel in families , as a result of which men leave families.
It is noteworthy that followers of the Feng Shui philosophy, who claim that this plant, like most curly ones, is able to take the energy of health and love out of the house, do not recommend starting ivy.
Ficus
Ficus in the pre-war times was considered one of the most pronounced symbols of well-being. It was believed that he attracted wealth to the family. That is why this plant sought to get even the poorest segments of the population. However, after the war, the attitude towards him radically changed. The people began to actively disseminate the opinion that in those families where the men survived and returned from the war, there were no ficuses.
Since people called it the “plant of widows”, for a fairly short time it was firmly entrenched in fame and most of the chic specimens of these plants were mercilessly 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 affect the increase in the number of days allotted to a person for life. Because of this sign there she is considered a wonderful gift for almost any occasion. However, we have people's superstitions about keeping monsters in the house radically different from Chinese. There is an opinion that this is one of the most dangerous vampire plants that absorb human energy, because of which people become lethargic and apathetic. In addition, it is not recommended to start it in families where people with a sick heart or lung problems are present, since at night it can "strangle" a person.
But the monster 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, whose flower has long been sought on the night of Ivan Kupala, is quite controversial. So, in some places it is believed that, having brought a fern into the house, you will bring trouble with it and, while the plant will be 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 all evil spirits. It is believed that if the fern dries unexpectedly, then he accepted the damage directed against the owner of the house.
Violet
There is a widespread superstition that, when kept in a house of violets (senpolia) , a girl living in it will never succeed in marrying for love. In fact, this plant is considered an unchanging cause of female loneliness, a girl may remain alone until she is old. 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 of diseases 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 effect on the health status of people who are in close proximity to it daily. People with whom he stands at home often get 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.
"Hubby plants"
There are a large number of plants that should not be wound up in the house from an emotional and psychological point of view. These houseplants, bringing misfortune to the house, have been given the name of the man-husbandne plants from people.
Typically, in this category, in addition to the ivy described above, fall:
- Scindapsus is one of the most popular varieties of tropical vines. It is believed that she not only brings quarrels to 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 effect 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 beloved 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 squeeze it from the light.
- Tradescantia - in the house where this plant is located, marriage can soon collapse.
Signs associated with the coloring of flowers
As a rule, the signs associated with flowers do not bode well. Often the flowers that bring unhappiness to the house are also shared in accordance with the 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 a given color for a wedding.
- Red flowers symbolize passion and love.
- Yellow flowers portend a speedy breakup.
- It is customary to give blue flowers to loved ones, as they symbolize sincerity and kindness.
Conclusion
Do not rush to throw away your favorite flowers just for the reason that someone told you that these are indoor plants that bring misfortune to the house. Of course, to believe or not to believe in such statements is a personal affair of each person, however, you should first trust your own feelings.
Even if you are personally acquainted with people whose life did not work out for any reason and some of the plants listed in this article just stood in their house, this does not mean that people suffered exactly from their negative impact. Indeed, for most countries their own characteristic signs associated with plants are characteristic.
Indoor flowers should be selected into the house only taking into account your taste preferences, because in the first place they should please you with their appearance and uplift your mood.