According to the ancient Chinese teachings of Feng Shui, a person should live in harmony with the world. In order for internal energy to interact beneficially with the energy of things, you need to be able to properly plan space.
In addition to arranging furniture and interior items, followers of geomancy recommend taking a responsible approach to choosing places to place living plants. According to Feng Shui, flowers for home well-being should be purchased with love, placed in suitable rooms and provided with regular care.
What do flowers symbolize in the life of an ordinary person?
People attach great importance to indoor flowers. Plants fill the room with oxygen and living energy, making the house cozy and attractive.
Housewives usually select flowers so that they match the color scheme of the interior and have a pleasant smell. Also, flower lovers often pay attention to the influence of indoor plants.
So, according to some people, the money tree brings wealth, geranium protects against diseases, and blooming cyclamen helps get rid of nightmares. The red rose is considered a symbol of love, and the cactus signifies patience and constancy.
However, there are different interpretations of plants for the home in the world. They differ depending on the cultural and religious beliefs of a person, his place of residence and his nationality.
Plants that bring health
In this case, not only signs work, because it is known that many house plants are medicinal and are quite capable of helping a person overcome certain diseases. However, folk magic also works here and there are plants that bring health by their mere presence.
For example, an indoor chrysanthemum can give its owner good health and calm frayed nerves. If your home chrysanthemum blooms often and looks healthy and well-groomed, you are undoubtedly a kind and pleasant person.
Geranium brings its owner not only family happiness. The plant is quite capable of relieving stress, charging with positive energy, and therefore strengthening human health. Probably it's not just a matter of signs. and also that geranium is stunningly beautiful and has a magical aroma.
Feng Shui interpretation of indoor plants
The teaching of Feng Shui states that in a living room one should place those plants that symbolize rising to the heights, that is, growing towards the Sun. To grow at home, you need to select flowers with round leaves. Representatives of flora that need a lot of water are recommended to be planted in red pots.
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According to Feng Shui, indoor plants have different effects:
- geranium helps get rid of stress, reconciles people when conflict arises;
- violet calms the child and adult psyche, protects against diseases;
- the myrtle tree helps to get rid of troubles and strengthen the marriage;
- chrysanthemums reconcile two warring sides;
- chlorophytum reduces the number of harmful microbes, converts negative energy into positive;
- ficus helps to cope with problems, provokes decision-making;
- aloe strengthens family relationships;
- the lemon tree develops curiosity and increases the desire to acquire new knowledge;
- royal begonia attracts prosperity into the house, cleanses the air of toxic substances;
- azalea maintains vigor, helps restore strength, and restore inspiration. Helps those who experience constant fatigue syndrome!
According to Chinese teaching, there are several elements, and each of them has its own flowers.
So, the elements of Earth belong to yellow plants: aster, hydrangea, tea rose. The elements of Fire correspond to beautiful bright flowers: cactus, succulents, geranium, hibiscus. The element Water is characterized by moisture-loving representatives of the flora: iris, violet, dracaena.
Male and female flowers
According to Feng Shui, indoor flowers are divided into female (Yin) and male (Yang).
The first include begonia, violet, crassula (money tree), cyclamen, spathiphyllum. To create positive energy, it is recommended to place them in the kitchen or children's room.
Among the male plants are dracaena, lemon, sansevieria, chlorophyllum, asparagus, lemon and other citrus plants. Flowers are placed in the living room or study, as well as in rooms that face the southeast, south or southwest side of the house.
To create balance and harmony for home improvement, it is necessary to acquire Yin and Yang.
Plants that bring money
Of course, after this phrase, the Money Tree (scientific name is Crassula or Crassula) immediately comes to mind. This superstition comes to us from the Chinese teachings of Feng Shui, according to which the thick and rounded leaves of the crassula resemble coins. It is believed that the material well-being of a family depends on the condition of the Crassula plant (if, of course, it is in the house): sluggish, falling Crassula leaves indicate financial problems, and on the contrary, a healthy, well-groomed plant promises an increase in capital.
Another well-known plant that is said to bring money to its owner is the Dollar Palm (or Zamioculcas ). As the name implies, Zamioculcas, according to legend, affects the currency component of family capital. Where this sign came from is unknown. Perhaps this was an unusual marketing ploy to promote better distribution of the new plant in flower markets. But, despite this, the dollar palm fell in love with many flower growers and has firmly entered our homes, contributing, according to legend, to the increase of hard currency in the family piggy bank.
Lucky bamboo ( Dracaena sandera ) is a plant that rather symbolizes good luck in general or career success. It is believed that the rapid growth of this plant contributes to the luck and prosperity of its owner. Lucky bamboo is also a symbol of longevity and good health.
Aucuba , popularly known as the Golden Tree, is a talisman that promotes the development of various talents in a person. According to popular beliefs, the golden tree strengthens a person’s spirit, gives him strength and masculinity, and thereby helps him achieve prosperity. It is believed that the house in which the aucuba grows is reliably protected from all enemies.
Bougainvillea , or as the plant is popularly called, Paper Flower, is quite rarely grown in apartments. It is more of a shrubby plant found in the southern regions. But if you have bougainvillea in your home flower garden, consider yourself very lucky. A paper flower, according to signs, has the highest ability to attract money.
Cacti are another money magnet. Any cactus, according to popular belief, will protect its owner from unnecessary expenses and contribute to an unexpected replenishment of the wallet. The cactus is also able to reliably protect the house from thieves and robbers.
What types of flowers can cause great harm to residents?
According to Feng Shui, flowers for the home should not have pointed or drooping leaves, as they negatively affect health, financial profit, career growth and relationships between family members.
According to Chinese teaching, there are “vampire plants”, which include prickly representatives of the flora (cacti), monstera, fern, poinsettia, dieffenbachia, cyperus. To neutralize the dangerous energy of the listed plants, it is recommended to place them in an office space, near a work computer or on a windowsill behind a curtain.
Dried and wilted flowers in the house, according to Feng Shui, take away vital energy Qi and are breeding grounds for pathogenic bacteria! If a dying flower appears in the house, the shoot must be cut off for rooting, and the rest of the plant must be disposed of.
Plants donated by unpleasant people or enemies should not be brought into your home. Their energy negatively affects not only the atmosphere, but also the well-being of people.
What about artificial flowers in the apartment
According to Feng Shui, absolutely all flowers and indoor plants are a positive symbol. Artificial flowers have their advantages over potted plants because they can be placed in places where real flowers cannot exist. For example, near fire, in rooms with high humidity, places without sunlight, etc. And the most interesting thing is that, unlike flowers in pots, artificial flowers can even be placed in the bedroom.
When choosing flowers, you need to follow the same rules as when choosing plants in pots! Tall plants will bring growth in all areas of life, short plants will bring harmony and peace. Holly leaves symbolize the masculine principle, round leaves symbolize the feminine principle.
When choosing artificial flowers, pay attention to their maximum similarity to real flowers. The more detailed the similarity, the more good energy will enter your home!
Is it possible to place fresh cut flowers?
Bouquets of cut flowers also bring positive energy into the house. Peonies, roses, orchids, chrysanthemums, poppies, and lilacs are especially good at this. The color of plants and their location play a very important role. Such flowers can be placed in the bedroom, since, unlike flowers in pots, they do not undergo any putrefactive processes (which occur in the ground). But do not forget that cut flowers fade over time, and fading, rotten, dried plants only eat up the positive energy in the house! It is important to constantly change the water in the vases and regularly pick off spoiled leaves.
As soon as the flowers begin to fade, you should replace the bouquet with a new one. Don't delay this!
The impact of indoor flowers on a sanguine person
Sanguine people are very positive people, they are interested in everything, they have a spirit of adventure and adventurism. You can find anything on their windowsills. They easily get excited about the idea of growing an interesting and unusual flower. But they rarely burden themselves with thoughts about whether they can create comfortable conditions for the plant.
The variety of plants in a sanguine person’s apartment can also be explained by the fact that it is important for such people to feel comfortable not only for themselves, but also for those around them. They love to be liked by others. Therefore, they sincerely try to ensure that in their home flower garden there are green exhibits that are pleasing to the eye of every family member.
Plants with bright and colorful inflorescences are suitable for an emotional and energetic sanguine person. This is a holiday person, so boring and dull buds are not for him. But in order to at least slightly contain the fountain of emotions and energy, you should choose flowers in purple, bluish or white tones.
Indoor plants that match the temperament of a sanguine person
- Asparagus has a positive effect on those who often change their minds and do not know how to keep their word. The plant absorbs the fussy energy of those who never sit in one place.
- Dwarf pomegranate will imbue the atmosphere of your home with the energy of joy and comfort. And what could be more pleasant for a sanguine person than the realization that everyone is satisfied and happy! In addition, pomegranate helps to understand desires, which sanguine people always have too many of.
- The Decembrist is useful to those who often subordinate those around them to their interests. But sanguine people really easily make others fall in love with them, therefore, it can be quite difficult to refuse them.
- Dracaena protects against haste and fuss.
- Maranta will organically fit into the space of the house, where bright personalities often gather who seek to demonstrate their talents and abilities.
- Monstera organizes the “mess” in your head and helps you avoid saying too much.
- poinsettia creates an atmosphere of joy and communication, and this is the main condition for a sanguine person to feel in his native element.
- Silver Crassula endows its owner with perseverance and the ability to finish what he starts.
- Chrysanthemum helps to overcome selfishness and learn to hear not only yourself, but also those around you.
- Cyperus (papyrus) will take its rightful place in houses, the residents of which cannot remain silent for a minute. This plant is loved by those who want to “snatch” more information from different areas, but are not ready to delve deeply into any one topic.
Love spell and magical help
Help from indoor plants - amulets.
Many people underestimate the importance of indoor flowers, thinking of them only as home decoration, medicine or a means of improving the microclimate of an apartment, and do not even imagine that flowers can open up a whole world of harmony for a person, cleanse the house and protect it from troubles. Flowers help develop creativity, have a beneficial effect on the cardiovascular system and on the physical, psychological and energetic state of a person as a whole. Indoor flowers minimize the harmful effects of household appliances and synthetic materials in the room, cleaning the space around them, creating an atmosphere of comfort, and protecting the room from unwanted influences. The main thing you need to remember is that you need to take care of indoor flowers and give them your love, only then will they serve as reliable protection from many of life’s adversities. In a flower, the main organ that affects space is the leaves, which perform a cleansing effect. Other parts of the plant form the energy of the house and person, strengthening or weakening certain energies, attracting them from space or, conversely, preventing them from entering the apartment, transforming or balancing energies and vibrations.
Azalea - maintains the energy of vigor in the house, helping to concentrate on the main thing and not pay attention to the little things. Azalea protects against gossip, lies and vanity, nervousness and uncertainty.
Aloe arborescens is good to have where people often get sick, which indicates a weakened biofield at home. Aloe protects the apartment from the penetration of pathogenic energies and vibrations, cleanses and strengthens the energy of the space.
Asparagus and asparagus ivy help to “patch up the black holes” that weak-willed people create in the energy space of their apartments and prevent wasted energy: energy intended for accomplishing some things flows through the “black holes.” These plants, like cyclamen, protect against disappointment, lift your spirits and give you self-confidence.
Balsam - creates a powerful vibrational flow of joy and harmony around itself, smoothing out the consequences of conflict situations. Balsam charges the atmosphere of the room with solar energy; attracts creative energies. The benevolent atmosphere created by balsam helps to bring out the best qualities in people.
Royal begonia - suitable for sociable, hospitable people, being one of the strongest protective plants. Royal begonia not only transforms negative vibrations into positive ones, but also organizes them, bringing the atmosphere in the house to balance and harmony.
Decorative flowering begonia - neutralizes negative energy from quarrels between loved ones, smoothes out conflicts and contradictions, nervousness and tension (expressed not only in words, but also subconsciously present in people); protects the house from the invasion of external vibrations.
Geranium - serves as a “fire extinguisher” for negative energies, aggressive attacks, emotions of anger and irritation. The vibrations of anger are one of the most dangerous and destructive of a favorable atmosphere; The longer an aggressive emotion persists in space, the more actively it affects people. Geranium softens the energy of anger; its protective ability extends mostly to the owners of the house.
Calla - can serve as a talisman of happiness in the home. Calla not only brings opposing energies to the golden mean, but also transforms them into a single stream of joy. The energy of calla lilies resists vibrations of sadness, pessimism, melancholy, sadness, despondency and depression. Calla increases a person's immunity against emotional exhaustion and stress, filling the atmosphere of the home with joy and cheerfulness.
Cacti have many faces, but they act approximately the same way: they attract and absorb negative energies for humans, transform vibrations of hatred, anger and irritation, working as a “lightning rod”. Cacti do not allow negative energy into the house, so it is recommended to place them on windows or opposite the front door.
Kalanchoe - protects against apathy and loss of strength and resists internal negative energies. Dejection is one of the seven deadly sins; its energies weigh down the atmosphere and clog the channels of joy, nullifying any positive beginning. Kalanchoe Mangina prevents the energy of despondency from merging with the atmosphere of the apartment, protects against depression and helps to withstand any troubles in life.
Camellia japonica is an excellent cleanser of space from any negative energy, attracting the energy of peace and balance from the space, leading to balance and harmony. Camellia serves as a reliable shield from outside interference for those who do not tolerate fuss and noise and strive to lead a calm, measured, contemplative life.
Monstera is needed where the situation is extremely chaotic, where, under the influence of circumstances, everything goes upside down. Monstera absorbs vibrations of disorder, concentrates all energies on peace and balance, serves as a kind of “tuning fork” for the energies present in space, putting everything in its place softly and flexibly, even tenderly.
Fern is a plant of the “golden mean”; it is ideal for bringing into harmony the energy flows of the outer world (the surrounding space) and the inner world (a person’s own vibration field). No other plant is capable of balancing these two energy vectors, as well as promoting the manifestation of paranormal abilities and awakening the hidden powers of a person. The fern leads people to compromise and creates a sense of proportion in the atmosphere of the room.
Golden scindapsus - needed in a room where there is a “leaden” atmosphere - when people get hung up on material problems and everyday trifles, so creative energies cannot penetrate into the atmosphere - an energy vacuum is created there and the people’s psyche begins to work for wear. The same situation arises when there is a person in the room or next door who does not know how and does not want to enjoy life, who sees only the bad in everything and is always grumbling. Scindapsus has the ability to cleanse space from stagnant negative energies and transform the heavy energy of passivity and laziness into the light energy of creation.
Tradescantia - neutralizes envy and is useful for those who live next to envious people. Tradescantia has the same protective properties as Aechmea sparkling.
Uzambara violet (Saintpaulia) - has a calming effect on the atmosphere of the house, creates comfort and an atmosphere of bliss and peace around itself. But not sleepy peace, when you want to freeze and not move, but joyful, when people don’t worry about little things, but know internally that everything will be fine. White violets cleanse space from vibrations of heavy thoughts and bad feelings; they are good for apartments where small children live, to protect them from negative vibrations. Violets with pink and red flowers clear the space from closed energies and tension, in which people can easily get sick; they lighten the energy of the apartment.
Ficus - works like a “vacuum cleaner”, clearing the space from the dust of worries, doubts, and worries. Sorrows and worries weaken the energy of the apartment and disrupt the vibrational balance. Ficus not only cleanses space, absorbing negative energies and transforming them into positive ones, but also prevents the penetration of negative vibrations from the outside, which are especially numerous in a large city.
Fuchsia - cleanses the apartment of stagnant “swampy” energy, maintains the energy of the room in a natural moving state, providing a constant influx of new creative energies, helping to break out of the vicious circle of troubles.
Cyclamen is useful to have in a house where emotional people with a soft, changeable, weak character, who are highly dependent on their mood or the opinions of others, live or often visit. In the atmosphere of the house there are negative vibrations of fear from their lack of confidence in their own abilities, and this can be the cause of discomfort and illness for household members. Cyclamen liberates closed energy and brings into the atmosphere the energy of inspiration that weak-willed people so lack. Thanks to cyclamen, the mood rises and the desire to do something appears; Cyclamen protects against disappointment.
Echmea striped has a feminine, gentle, soft and soothing character. It maintains a state of peace and goodwill in the house, and at the same time prevents a dull mood from merging with the atmosphere, clearing the space of the negative energy of apathy and melancholy. Aechmea is suitable for people who often feel sad and offended, or if those who like to cry come to the house.
Aechmea sparkling - protects against negative energy emanating from envious and greedy people. Envy and greed disrupt harmony and form a “hole” in the energy space through which vital energy leaks. The best protective agent in such a situation, in addition to sparkling aechmea, is also tradescantia.
Plants for business
Plants that promote business relationships and work should be kept in the office.
Croton. He is able to optimize the workplace atmosphere for successful negotiations. Codiaum protects the owner from the negativity of strangers. Its lush, voluminous foliage carries the energy of order and organization. The plant gives comfort and concentration. It is recommended to grow it for Capricorns.
Maranta. It invigorates, allows night owls to turn into early risers, and saves from insomnia. The flower helps the owner to become a professional and protects him from the moral pressure of others. It is good to keep it at home to prevent family quarrels. Arrowroot is especially suitable for Aquarius.
Yucca. This plant promotes harmony with business partners and gives confidence in difficult situations. It is especially appropriate in a manager's office because it helps increase productivity in the workplace. Elephant yucca is most suitable for Capricorns. Flowers for character education
Cyclamen. It uplifts, inspires and creates a comfortable atmosphere for communication. The flower helps the owner, subject to other people's influence, to be more independent. It is especially recommended for Taurus.
Geranium. It helps overcome attacks of rage and anger. The flower develops a sense of humor and allows you to calm down faster. Geranium treats headaches and relieves eye fatigue. The plant is suitable for Aries.
Begonia. Promotes relaxation and relieves psychological discomfort. The plant speeds up the thinking process and helps in communication. When it blooms, it will be easier for the inhabitants of the house to overcome coughing attacks. It is recommended to grow begonia for small bodies. Plants for creativity
Monstera. It helps organize your mental flow. However, this plant is the most powerful vampire. It should not be grown by weak individuals or in a children's room. It is useful to place a flower pot near electrical appliances. Monstera will feed on their negative energy. It is suitable for girls.
Chinese rose. The plant gives men strength and helps women gain independence. Hibiscus promotes creative realization and the fight against laziness. It suppresses power, aggression and dissatisfaction.
Roicissus. It helps distract people who are overly concerned about cleanliness and are obsessed with cleaning.
Plant color
Red flowers help to warm up, energize, excite and increase their influence on others. Blue flowers calm, develop sensuality, tenderness and put you in a serious mood. To prevent them from causing melancholy, they should be combined with orange and white. White flowers add freshness to the home and represent purity. Orange and yellow flowers invigorate, delight and cheer. They help ward off melancholy and overcome depression.
10 indoor plants for family happiness:
1. The first place in this list rightfully belongs to spathiphyllum (popularly known as “Women’s Happiness”).
This perennial plant comes from the distant forests of South America. It is not difficult to grow. The main thing: be sure to spray your Spathiphyllum every day, and in the spring, replant it in fresh soil.
How it will help us:
– unmarried people will find their soul mate;
– who is already thinking about a child will become pregnant;
– in a family where “Women’s Happiness” grows, there will always be love and mutual understanding.
2. In second place in our “rating” is a very beautiful flower with the exotic name Uzambara violet, or Saintpaulia.
Violets, as everyone knows, love careful care, they need a lot of light, they do not tolerate hard water. Nevertheless, this capricious person is very popular among us.
Violet helps maintain peace in the family: quarrel less. In addition, this flower is a symbol of eternal love.
3. The third is also a well-known plant - Chinese rose, hibiscus. Everyone loves her beautiful and large flowers.
Hibiscus needs warmth, because it comes from the tropics, but not more than 35 degrees.
If Hibiscus appears in your home, expect passionate love soon
4. In fourth place among plants of happiness is hoya, or “wax ivy.”
This indoor vine has many varieties. For example, there is Hoya Kerry, which in some countries is given as a “Valentine” on February 14th. But in their homes, people most often grow beautiful hoya or fleshy hoya.
Hoya will bring you family happiness, especially if you put it in your bedroom.
5. Myrtle occupies the golden mean of our list.
This evergreen shrub bears small white flowers. In addition to beauty, it also has healing properties. The word “myrtle” itself is translated from Greek as “balm”.
It is believed that myrtle makes a marriage successful, and brings happiness and peace to an already established family.
In some countries, this plant is even considered the best gift for newlyweds.
6. Aichrizon – and sixth place. Popular nicknames are “tree of love” and “tree of happiness”.
This is an indoor flower that can grow up to 30 cm in height. It has peculiar leaves, similar in shape to hearts.
Aichrizon, as the name implies, brings love and happiness to its owner.
7. The next plant for those seeking happiness is the beautiful and unpretentious calathea.
This indoor plant with beautiful patterned leaves is native to America. Many people grow calathea for its beautiful foliage. But you and I now know that calathea helps us in our family life, because it is a symbol of domestic happiness.
8. Who's next? The well-known chlorophytum, or simply “family happiness.”
This plant is easy to care for. It grows well and blooms beautifully. Just water it more in the summer. With chlorophytum, your family life will be happy and calm - that’s what people say.
9. The penultimate giver of happiness on our list is oxalis (Oxalis).
Oxalis juice contains oxalic acid, which is why it gets its name. It can be grown both indoors and in the garden. And how many different healing properties it has!.. But that’s another topic.
If you want to find your love, then get a wood sorrel. If you want to save a family, then start one.
10. And finally, our list closes (may men forgive me!) anthurium, or “male happiness.”
This flower comes in a variety of varieties. It does not tolerate direct sunlight, requires frequent spraying and has a weakness for high humidity (especially during growth). And what is very important - it is poisonous! (Our spathiphyllum next to it is an angel.)
But it gives men masculine strength. And all together - success and happiness in love.
So get yourself one of these wonderful plants immediately and believe that it will definitely bring you happiness!
