Buying flowers for an apartment is a pleasant, but quite difficult task. Hundreds of names and varieties, bright buds, luxurious leaves, exquisite aroma. What plants to choose to decorate your home?

Experienced flower growers and doctors advise you to listen to the recommendations when landscaping your apartment. It is important to know: there are flowers that cannot be kept at home. Some plants cause allergies and contain poisonous juice, emit too strong an aroma.

Dangerous indoor plants

When landscaping your home, you should not use flowers from several families:

• euphorbia (poisonous juice);
• nightshades (poisonous fruits);
• kurtaceae (leaves and flowers emit toxic substances);
• aroid (juice is hazardous to health).

What indoor flowers should not be kept at home? The following types and varieties of plants should not be grown:

• nightshade. Bright saturated berries orange color attract animals and children. It is important to know: fruits contain toxic substances;
• evergreen ivy. Many gardeners grow flowers from the Araliaceae family at home, but it is advisable to plant ivy outside to decorate a terrace or arch. A climbing plant with bright green leaves is poisonous. If pets try the leaves, they may become seriously poisoned or die;
• Gesner tulip. Spectacular appearance: a large flower is formed on a medium-sized stem, the shade ranges from bright yellow to rich red. If you place a Gesner tulip in an apartment, then after a while adult family members may develop problems with hair follicles: alopecia (baldness) develops;
• adenium. The toxic plant looks beautiful: a thick stem with sparse leaves and many not very large flowers of pleasant Pink colour. Adenium juice is toxic; other parts of the plant are also dangerous for humans and pets;
• spurge. milky juice white, released on the incision, provokes irritation of the epidermis, burns, and discomfort on the skin. The Euphorbiaceae family includes many species; some plants have spines that are easy to injure. Feature- fleshy leaves and stem;
• Dieffenbachia. Many gardeners grow at home a plant of an original appearance with large leaves of a yellow-green hue. If the leaves or stem are damaged, poisonous juice is released; contact of drops with the skin or eyes can lead to irritation, redness, burns, and itching. It is dangerous if a cat eats a leaf: the animal may be poisoned;
• Sims azalea. This variety is decorative flowering plant dangerous to human health. If you swallow a Sims azalea leaf, cramps and spasms develop in the intestines. Other varieties can be grown for decoration in the apartment: the plant pleases with delicate yellow, pink, white, red buds and lush flowering;
• croton Green decor for an apartment of this type is not as popular as Dieffenbachia or ivy, but some gardeners plant a small tree from the Euphorbia family to decorate the home. You should not risk your health: if you accidentally cut or break off the stem or leaves, the milky juice can get on your skin. The toxic substance can cause serious poisoning, including hospitalization for emergency care.

There are other dangerous plants:

• philodendron. Experts advise planting a flower for decoration summer cottage or a private house outside, but it’s not worth keeping green decor in the apartment. Philodendron contains poisonous juice, contact with which causes burning, irritation, and burns. The juice of a plant from the azalea family is especially dangerous for the sensitive retina of the eyes;
• bashful mimosa. The original look attracts amateur gardeners. Thin leaves that curl into a tube after touching, long stems give mimosa unusual look. When diluted in an apartment, toxic substances enter the air, negatively affecting the condition of adults and children. Some complain that their hair is thinning and falling out;
• Trichocereus. The appearance resembles a cactus. Trichocereus has long, sharp spines. Large white flowers are formed periodically and emit a pleasant aroma. If you keep Trichocereus in the bedroom and poorly ventilate the room, the air becomes filled with toxins and hallucinogens, which manifests itself bad influence for the work of the central nervous system. The more pots of trichocereus there are in an apartment, the higher the risk of paralysis from inhaling toxic substances.

Note! Some plants can be damaged if flowerpots are placed incorrectly. Many people know that lilies should not be placed in the bedroom: the plant emits a sharp, tart aroma. Flowers also actively produce carbon dioxide. Impact of two negative factors may cause insomnia, headaches and bad feeling. It is strictly forbidden to purchase lilies for your home if one of the family members is asthmatic. When inhaling a bright sweetish aroma, bronchospasm and asthmatic attack are possible.

Impact on humans

It is important to know the facts about the effect of plants on humans:

• hydrangea. A spectacular flower: a luxurious “cap” consists of small buds. Various shades of blue and pink are pleasing to the eye. Hydrangea pots should not be placed in a room where an allergy sufferer lives;
• orchid. Royal, delicate plant with pleasant aroma and luxurious buds on a long peduncle should not be placed in the bedroom: the smell activates nervous activity and can provoke insomnia. The best option- place exquisite green decor with spectacular flowers near the workplace to enhance mental activity;
• tuberose. This popular flower is grown by many amateur gardeners. On a long peduncle there are white flowers, similar to bells. The bright, very sweet aroma irritates the receptors, leading to an exacerbation of hypertension and heart pathologies. If the flower remains in the bedroom for a long time, then hypertensive patients and heart patients experience dizziness, loss of strength, and possible development of depression. The negative impact is enhanced if there are several pots of tuberose at home;
• fern. The action of the components of the popular home flower resembles a lily: active discharge carbon dioxide causes headaches. For this reason, you should not place pots with a luxurious plant in the bedroom, but ferns are suitable for room decor;
• ficus Some allergy sufferers and asthmatics are sensitive to waxy substances containing tiny particles of allergens.

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Folk signs

There are beliefs and superstitions, on the basis of which some housewives make a choice in favor of one or another plant for landscaping their apartment. Many signs do not have sufficient grounds to classify a flower as “harmful”. Cacti, sansevieria, mother-in-law's tongue, palm trees, climbing plants undeservedly fell into disgrace. Geraniums and ficuses are not recommended for growing at home, even if you are not allergic.

Folk signs:

• curly ornamental plants prevent a woman from getting married, provoke infidelity. If ivy grows in an apartment, then household members lose optimism and become nervous. However, if ivy is planted on the outside of the house or on the balcony, then reliable protection from the “evil eye” is provided;
• ficus can interfere with the birth of babies. If there is a flowerpot with a flower of this genus in the house, then you need to remove the plant from the home - and soon children will appear. There is an opposite belief: ficus in the house - to prosperity and addition to the family;
• Sansevieria or “pike tongue” prevents the owners of the apartment from getting married. Popular beliefs unfairly recorded beautiful flower with a delicate aroma to the list of green decor, which negatively affects the choice of a partner for family life;
• cacti can turn a husband into a person suffering from addiction to alcoholic beverages. Another belief: thorny plant disrupts the peace of mind of family members. If unmarried girl keeps cacti at home, it is more difficult for her to meet a reliable chosen one;
• You can't keep bonsai at home. This sign seems strange: compositions from dwarf trees fit perfectly into the interior of the home Japanese style. Some people believe that bonsai interfere with career growth and take away vitality: achievements become small, insignificant, and the path to the top will be as slow as the growth of a dwarf tree;
• the risk of loneliness increases if there are pots of mother-in-law's tongue on the windowsill. Long green leaves symbolize long way, according to which the future husband can unexpectedly leave the girl at any time;
• Dieffenbachia often takes away the health of family members and brings discord into the home;
• Fern is an energy vampire. A beautiful plant with luxurious greenery - home decoration also fell out of favor. If the housewife is keen on growing ferns, then family members may feel inexplicable irritation, fatigue, and drowsiness.

To believe in omens or not? Is it worth buying flowers that, according to many, cannot be kept at home? Each case is individual. If the housewife is sincerely convinced that “mother-in-law’s tongue” is to blame for quarrels with her husband or loneliness, then it is difficult to convince the woman to leave the flower in the house. There are many amateur gardeners who breed cacti. People are happy, enjoy their hobby, they don’t care about strange signs. You can place a cactus next to your computer to reduce the effect of radiation from the monitor screen and enjoy the pleasant flowering of the prickly “balls”.

Video about which flowers are prohibited from growing in an apartment and why:

Green neighbors - harm or benefit? Guests have come to you who admire the hostess’s taste, order, and everyday life, and then you hear the phrase: “This flower is not for the apartment!”. Why? Let's try to figure it out.

Do you adore flowers and keep the bouquets you receive for years? Throw them away immediately unless they are special dry ikebana.

• Fading flowers will draw positive energy, worsening the situation around them.
• None artificial plants, are there not enough other dust collectors for you?

In addition, they were originally intended for a cemetery, and even if you do not have such associations, your guests may have them. and thoughts, you know, are material.

Well, now let's talk about living pets

Plants with sharp leaves are certainly unusual and attractive. But do you need extra “sharp corners” in your house? It is better for yucca lovers to “hide” the troublemakers behind more streamlined forms, for example, violet or gloxinia.

Cacti will bring imbalance and add aggression to the home atmosphere; you won’t even take them to work.

Is it possible to keep flowers in the bedroom?

Of course, it is possible, and even necessary, but not all. Remove the beautiful orchid from the bedroom, you don’t need nervous activity at night, do you? Geraniums and hydrangeas Move to the hall, especially if you are allergic.

The fern begins to absorb oxygen in the evening, so if you do not want to part with it forever, at least remove it away from the bedroom and rest areas.

On the contrary, the beautiful Fatsia will increase air humidity. True, she loves the cold, and you may not get along together.

In the matrimonial bedroom best plant - myrtle tree By the way, this is a wonderful gift for newlyweds. Hibiscus promises to protect passionate love; it is also commonly called the Chinese rose.

Folk signs for negative flowers

Do not bring into your home what you plant on graves. For example, pansies. Cute, unpretentious flowers can ruin your life; they are not for the home, just like the feather grass, so beautiful in the fields.

Don't bring it into the house reeds and cypress, traditionally associated with death.

The energy of love and health is respected by all vines and vines, so for the sake of peace in the family, take these treasures out of the apartment.

Do you admire Monstera? When you want to place her nearby, remember that she is considered an energy vampire. You don't need misfortune, do you? But at work she is appropriate; a short stay next to her will help you make the right decision.

Have you been given a beautiful palm tree? It is believed that if you bring it into the house, great grief will happen, however, popular rumor claims that no one bothers you to roll it, for example, on a bicycle. However, I don’t want to take risks...

Flowers harmful to health

Have you got a baby? We get rid of all the poisonous residents - it’s clear to you that you don’t need to chew leaves on the windowsill, but for up to three years a curious child will gnaw on everything, including Dieffenbachia, which will cause, at a minimum, a burn. Azalea seasoning will cause cramps and colic in the intestines.

Down with your favorite oleander, its juice causes blindness, beware of poisonous milkweed.

Are you a fan of mimosa? Well, who doesn’t love this charm, so continue to enjoy them on the street, if you value your hair, beauty can cause baldness.

It is also better not to let lilies and lilies of the valley into the house; the smell from these pets can cause nausea, headaches and lead to general malaise.

What flowers can/can't an unmarried girl keep at home?

It is believed that ivy will drive a man out of the house, just like a cactus. Have you placed the cactus closer to the computer and are protecting yourself from radiation? Keep in mind that even if a man appears in the house, he will drink... So no thorns!!!

climbing plants They will take away the girl’s health and love, so we will take them to the far end of the corridor.

Give it to an unmarried princess female flower happiness - spathiphyllum with white flowers. This plant is considered a symbol of purity and innocence.

Violets should definitely live in the bride's room; choose varieties with heart-shaped leaves, they will give the hostess comfort and well-being, attract good luck, and give inspiration. get a pink geranium in your house, according to legend, this magic flower attracts love.

Calathea will help you find your happiness, and you will also admire the beautiful patterned leaves. Be sure to get a ficus, it will strengthen the trust between loving hearts.

When choosing new residents, pay attention to plants with round leaves that stretch upward, they promise to fill the house positive energy, gently fitting into the space.

After reading this article, you can find out which indoor plants bring misfortune to the house. Superstitions associated with them were formed over a long time under the influence of real incidents that happened to some people, and were passed on from generation to generation.

Despite the fact that most biologists treat such beliefs with sarcasm, whether you believe or not in their validity, you must decide for yourself, because even psychologists say that when choosing plants for your home, you should not be guided by superstitions, but trust your own feelings.

Don't forget that there are things that bring bad luck into your home for good reason - 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 has warded off misfortune from the owner, and the opinion that stolen flowers take root better has ruined many beautiful plants, from which cuttings were separated without the consent of the owners.

Signs about the existence of things 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 had time to earn a negative attitude towards themselves. At the same time, it is quite likely that in a few decades they will “grow” with their own signs.

Below are the most famous indoor plants that bring misfortune, the signs about which are often extremely contradictory.

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 long time maintain youth and attractiveness. 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 post-Soviet territories there is an opinion that ordinary ivy, widespread in the southern regions, attracts misfortune to the house. In addition, it is not recommended to place it in the home of newlyweds, as it can also cause quarrels, as a result of which men leave their families.

Ficus

Even in pre-war times, ficus 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, attitudes towards him changed radically. The opinion began to actively spread among the people that in those families where the men survived and returned from the war, there were no ficus trees.

Since people called it the “widow plant”, within a fairly short time it gained a bad reputation and most of the luxurious 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 influence the increase in the number of days allotted to 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 monsteras in the house are radically different from the Chinese. There is an opinion that this is one of the most dangerous vampire plants that absorb human energy, which is why people become lethargic and apathetic. In addition, it is not recommended to have it in families where there are people with heart disease or lung problems, since at night it can “strangle” a person.

But the monstera can be placed in a public place where a lot of people accumulate negative energy, for example, in court. There she will not only delight you with her appearance, but will also consume excess negative energy.

Fern

The opinion about the “mystical” fern plant, whose flower has been sought since ancient times on the night of Ivan Kupala, is quite contradictory. So, in some parts it is believed that if you bring a fern into your house, you will bring misfortune with it, and as long as 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 all evil spirits. It is believed that if a fern suddenly dries up, then it has taken upon itself damage directed against the owner of the home.

Violet

There is a common superstition that if kept in a house, the girl living in it will never be able to marry for love. In fact, this plant is considered a permanent reason why a girl may remain alone until old age. In addition, it is not recommended to keep violets in the house due to the fact that the female part of the family may develop various diseases of the reproductive system.

Cyperus

It is believed that this plant has such powerful energy that it easily suppresses the human biofield, having a powerful negative impact on the health of people who are in close proximity to it every day. People who have it 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 your home, be sure to listen to your health.

"Plants-husbands"

Eat a large number of plants that should not be kept 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.

• Scindapsus is one of the most popular varieties tropical vines. It is believed that she not only brings quarrels into the house and is the culprit of divorce, but also “drives out” 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 men leaving families. In addition, cissus is considered a real magnet for attracting misfortunes into the family.
• Hibiscus - it is not recommended for unmarried women to grow it, as it begins to deteriorate personal life, and the beloved may sooner or later leave for another.
• Hoya - it is believed that this plant can not only “drive” a man out of the house, but also drive him away from the world.
• Tradescantia - in the house where this plant is located, the marriage may soon collapse.

Signs associated with flower coloring

As a rule, signs associated with flowers do not foretell 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 to give newlyweds flowers of this color for their wedding.
• Red flowers symbolize passion and love.
• Yellow flowers portend an imminent separation.
• It is customary to give blue flowers to loved ones, as they symbolize sincerity and kindness.

Conclusion

Don't rush to throw away your favorite flowers just because someone told you that they bring bad luck to the house. Of course, whether 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 personally know people whose lives did not work out for some reason and in their house there were some of the plants listed in this article, this does not mean that the people suffered exactly from their negative influence. After all, most countries have their own folk signs associated with plants.

Indoor flowers should be selected for your home only taking into account your taste preferences, because first of all, they should please you with their appearance and lift your spirits.

Flowers in pots are coming back into fashion. Modern designers offer very unusual solutions for decorating plants in the house. Hanging systems, forged stands and entire flower arches - every housewife has a choice of how to arrange new flowers. But if you want to decorate your home with plants, you should not forget about safety. Have you ever thought about what flowers you should not keep at home? There are plants that can cause allergies, others are not recommended to be displayed due to various signs. We have studied which flowers should not be kept at home: photos and descriptions are in front of you.

(Dieffenbachia) – poisonous plant. Outwardly, it looks very attractive - lush yellow-green leaves form a voluminous crown, making the flower look very impressive. But the juice of the leaves of this flower causes severe poisoning in both people and animals. In addition to being harmful when consumed orally, Dieffenbachia juice can cause skin irritation and burns.

(Nerium oleander). Flower growers are attracted to bright, fragrant flowers that look exotic. But in fact they are very harmful - the smell of a flowering plant contributes to dizziness and weakness.

A flower like (Euphorbia) has many different forms and species, some of which are similar to cacti. Euphorbia spines are dangerous to people, as are the stems and leaves - the juice they contain causes burns. If a toxic liquid gets inside the body, it can cause severe poisoning.

As with previous plants, the sap (Croton) causes burns. This very inconspicuous plant is poisonous, so if you see a small tree with variegated elongated leaves, do not rush to buy it, but check the name with the seller.

Azalea is known for its lush flowering, so many gardeners undoubtedly purchase this plant for their home. But it is worth knowing that one of the types of this flower is Azalea Simsa or Indian Azalea when ingested, it causes convulsions and intestinal colic.

(Mimosa pudica) is a plant with thin stems and small leaves. With prolonged contact with this flower, a person begins to have problems with the scalp - hair loss and hair loss are possible.

Bush Ivy evergreen(Hedera) looks like vines, so it attracts cats and other pets. But the color has poisonous bright green leaves, so owners of cats and other furry friends should avoid this plant.

(Monstera) is a very common plant among gardeners. It is easy to care for and has beautiful large leaves. But you should not keep it in the house, as the juice of the flower causes burns on the skin and is dangerous if it gets into the eyes and for the digestive system.

You should also avoid plants such as Adenium, Philodendron, Primula, Stellera chamaejasme, Solanum and Trichocereus.

Feng Shui rules: what flowers should not be kept at home because of omens?

Ferns– vampire flowers that suck a person’s vital energy and cause apathy. Lilies- another “vampires” that are absolutely unsuitable for residential premises. Ivy and other climbing plants repel men because such potted flowers have strong aggressive masculine energy. And here cacti“contraindicated” for girls and women, since ancient signs say that such thorny flowers can destroy woman's happiness. Mother-in-law's tongue- another unsuitable plant for a woman’s home, it takes away feminine power. Sansevieria or pike tail It is considered dangerous for family life - it destroys relationships and contributes to loneliness.

Indoor plants are necessary; they purify the air, soothe, and create coziness. But when we buy another flower, we have no idea that it can be harmful. In order for you to get the maximum benefit, below we will tell you which flowers should not be kept at home and why.

Poisonous representatives

Here we will list those specimens that absolutely cannot be placed in a room when there are animals or small children. After all, an adult will follow the safety rules and then there will be no harm, but children and pets do not understand this and can get poisoned or burns when playing with such plants:

1. Oleander- is popular among housewives, as it can please you with juicy pink flowers. But its juice, when ingested, causes vision problems, and the evaporation causes dizziness and weakness;
2. Azalea- a small, lushly flowering bush looks great on the windowsill and pleases the eye with a variety of shades, but if its leaves end up in the body, cramps and intestinal colic may begin;
3. Adenium- very similar to a real tree, the stem resembles a trunk, the pink flowering top resembles a crown. However, its juice is poisonous; a drop on the skin will cause burns and severe poisoning if ingested;
4. Primrose- a cute plant with velvety leaves. But when flowering, it becomes covered with substances that cause vegetative disorders and nausea, and fibers on the foliage can cause allergies or burns;
5. - a regular at public institutions and even children's, but few know that she is dangerous. Contact with its juice leads to severe burns; if it gets into the eyes, vision deteriorates;

This list can of course be continued, this is only a part especially dangerous flowering

Conditionally dangerous flowers in the house

These specimens can be kept at home, but provided that the owners do not have allergies:

• Ficus- practically safe, everyone is used to it, but it causes allergic reactions more often than others;
• Hydrangea- beloved by many, it pleases with lush multi-colored hats, but their pollen is a disaster for allergy sufferers;
• Lily- has a tart aroma and it is precisely because of this that you should not place it next to the bed, you risk insomnia and headaches;
• Tuberose- pleases with a strong sweet smell. However, the plant is cunning - it secretes special substances that can sharpen the sense of smell; they are dangerous for allergy sufferers, hypertensive patients and people prone to depression;
• Fern- green and broad-leaved, at night it releases a lot of carbon dioxide, which cannot be good for health. Let him be in your home if you like, but away from sleeping place otherwise your head will constantly hurt.

Any strong-smelling flowers can be kept, but it is important not to forget to ventilate the room well, then problems should not arise.

An upstart flower, why can’t you keep it at home?

Zephyranthes(upstart) - flowering plant, native to tropical regions of America, Argentina, Chile and Patagonia. It received its first name from the Greek god of the warm wind. Zephyr, the second is the rain lily, as it blooms during the rainy season. And one more name - upstart, Zephyranthes received for unusual property bloom instantly and unexpectedly, as if jumping out.

This is a very delicate representative of flowering plants, similar in appearance to a snowdrop. Housewives love to place it on the windowsills, but some experts say that this should not be done and there are several reasons for this:

• It is considered conditionally harmful, as it can sometimes cause illness if ingested. Therefore, if there are children or animals nearby, it is better to abandon this idea for a while;
• Another reason is Feng Shui. He claims that representatives of the flora with pointed leaves carry bad energy, for home well-being Plants with round shapes are better suited.

These are perhaps the only complaints about the rain lily. In addition, fans of Feng Shui know that she also has a lot of positive qualities.

Since the “upstart” is a bearer of masculinity, place it in the southwestern or southeastern sector of the room, and it will give good luck in business and career.

What plants can you keep?

It seems that all indoor plants are dangerous in one way or another, but how to decorate your home? There are many options:

• Aloe- the most popular friend of all housewives, it is incredibly useful and cures almost everything, it is not fussy in care, it can be left without watering for a long time;
• Pelargonium or as we are more used to - geranium, although these are different representatives. It gives off a fragrance that is not entirely pleasant at first impression, but it blooms very beautifully. In addition, it is useful - it perfectly purifies the air and drives away insects. And for those who believe in omens, it brings children and family well-being;
• Indoor lemon Tree - looks great, pleases the eye with bright fruits, plus it’s healthy, and not only the fruits, but also the leaves, because they highlight essential oils. Where you place it, the air will be fresher, your head will stop hurting, and your sleep will be sound;
• It’s good to put a room in the nursery begonia, it is able to suppress the proliferation of staphylococcus and streptococcus, purify the air, and trap dust.

Important when decorating a room observe moderation- do not place many pots in one room; fungi quickly grow in damp soil.

Why can't you keep artificial flowers at home?

People often don't put artificial flowers at home. It would seem that they do not require care, they are not poisonous, some of them are so beautiful.

Case in superstitions, nothing else. There are a number of signs by which you are expected:

• Quarrels and scandals;
• Theft;
• Disease and death;
• Problems at work;
• And even prison.

Allegedly, this will happen if you have plastic plants at home. In addition, we are accustomed to the fact that they are usually taken to the cemetery, where, by the way, they do not fade, and you don’t have to change them for a long time.

But it’s a matter of prejudice; you can easily decorate your apartment with items made of papier-mâché or plastic, if you’re not superstitious.

Or is there another option - herbarium. You can assemble it with your own hands, and the best thing is that there are no limits to your imagination and you can make new bouquets every time.

Why can't you give an even number of flowers?

Everyone knows this sign - when we go to a birthday party or when a young man wants to please a girl, he gives 3 or 5 roses, since They don’t give an even number. But why?

This belief came to us from the time of the Magi, they taught that an even number is a sign of a completed cycle, that is, life. Odd, on the contrary, worked as a talisman; people gave things in odd quantities to attract good luck to a person and preserve his well-being.

That’s why we bring 6 carnations to funerals, and different numbers to holidays, for example:

• 1 flower is a sign of attention;
• 3 - respect and reverence;
• 5 - recognition;
• 7 - as a sign of passion and love;
• 9 - from husband to wife.

But this only applies to our country; in other countries they easily give 6 and 12 pieces, for example, in the USA or Germany.

We hope that now it will be easier for you to choose indoor plants, because you know which flowers you can’t keep at home and why, and which ones you can. You will also be able to get some poisonous specimens, but you will now treat them with caution.

Video about useful and harmful flowers indoors

In this video, florist Anna Lopatina will tell you which flowers can be harmful and even dangerous to humans: