A flower in a pot is a budget-friendly and very original gift, especially for people who are interested in growing indoor flora. But there are many folk signs and superstitions associated with plants, which are worth knowing about in order not to get into an awkward position and to take certain measures if you become the owner of such a gift.
Failures of the previous owner
Re-gifting indoor plants has become almost a tradition: the flower doesn’t take root, but it’s a pity to throw it away. And “green decorations” wander from house to house!
Popular signs say that plants wither from negativity, quarrels and failures. The danger is that such plants transmit troubles and negative energy to new owners.
You should not take “old” plants for yourself, because you do not know what kind of energy and in what quantity it is saturated. In addition, flowers get used to a certain environment and, most likely, will die in a new place.
What to do if you were given a flower in a pot
If you believe that the plant given to you will bring negativity and troubles to your home, you don’t have to give it up right away. You can simply neutralize a negative omen. And the first thing to remember is that if you accept such a green gift from a person you don’t like, then be sure to give him a ransom for it. This way you will return the negative to the person who wishes you harm, albeit unintentionally.
Alternatively, you can transplant the plant into a new flowerpot and soil purchased at the store. It is advisable to pay after the purchase and not take change at the checkout - this is also a kind of ransom ritual. You can also read a prayer while looking at the gifted plant - the most powerful one is “Our Father” and then don’t worry about the negative consequences.
But as a last resort, simply give the plant to a less superstitious owner. The essence of the issue here is this: if the owner does not believe in the negativity coming from the plant, then he will not affect it. Just love it, care for it, cherish it - a green plant will bring you good, because everything will return to us like a boomerang.
Diseases
Even if everything is fine with the gifted flower at first glance, it is worth remembering that diseases and illnesses are transferred to the new owners of the plant. So, if the donor or members of his family suffer from illnesses and, even worse, give with malicious intent, with a desire to cause harm, be careful.
A houseplant as a gift for a sick person would also be out of place, especially if the soil in the pot is wet.
According to popular belief, this is a wish for death (to grow into the ground, like the roots of a plant). Wet soil is associated with a grave, cemetery.
Replace the soil with a special soil mixture - this way you will avoid an awkward situation and leave no reason for negative judgments and thoughts.
Good and bad omens
It is curious that as an official gift, an indoor flower is quite appropriate: giving a pot to colleagues, teachers and strangers is not prohibited. But according to legend, this gift promises trouble for relatives and close friends. Let's look at some common negative signs.
The most popular superstition is that there is “damp” soil in a pot, reminiscent of death. It is believed that such land brings misfortune and misfortune to the house.
Together with the flower, its negativity can pass from the old owner to the new one: financial troubles, illnesses and family troubles. This was often taken advantage of by the family's secret ill-wishers, thus causing damage.
It is bad if the donated plant begins to wither in a new place, sheds leaves or dies. This means that a “dark streak” will also soon come into the owner’s life. Seeing a sick plant in the house is unpleasant, so people (especially those who are poorly versed in floriculture) are afraid to take on the responsibility of caring for the flower.
Another belief says that a plant with roots has a close connection with the earth, growing into it. Therefore, a very bad and inappropriate gift would be a flower in a pot for a seriously ill person - this is literally wishing him a quick union with the earth.
In addition to general signs, there are superstitions associated with certain types of indoor plants. You cannot give:
- Decembrist. There are many beliefs surrounding this flower, including that it can drive a man out of the house, and aggravate the patient’s condition, even to the point of death;
- cacti. A large accumulation of thorny plants in the house can lead to conflict and negativity among household members;
- ivy is a bad gift for a young girl; it can scare away suitors from the house. Plus, he's an energy vampire;
- an orchid is not only undesirable because it is difficult to care for. It is forbidden to place it in the bedroom, as it can drain the owner’s vitality;
- Callas are very beautiful flowers, but they are not safe to keep at home - they bring sorrow and trouble to the house.
But you shouldn’t refuse a houseplant as a gift. There are also positive signs associated with it. According to some beliefs, flowers in pots can ward off negativity from the owner and his family. Therefore, if a flower died in the house, perhaps it took on the negative and saved the owners from illness, the evil eye or damage. And for the patient, a wilted plant can result in recovery.
There is also a belief that if a flower is brought into a house by a person with good intentions and who wishes the owners happiness, then such a plant will become a talisman for the recipient, bringing good luck.
It’s good if the flower suits the owner’s zodiac sign, such a plant, if well cared for, will only bring happiness.
In addition, there are certain types of flowers that must be accepted as a gift. These are happy plants that remove problems from the home and bring prosperity. These include:
- Crassula or money tree bring financial well-being to the house. It is believed that its flowering means quick wealth;
- Ferns, like cacti, protect against electrical radiation, but there are no bad omens associated with them;
- spathiphyllum or Women's happiness helps in personal life, maintains peace in the family;
- anthurium or male power - usually paired with spathiphyllum, it helps a man maintain sexuality and masculinity for many years;
- geranium and azalea protect against depression and promote longevity;
- ficus - preserves the family hearth and helps couples planning a child;
- violet is the most popular flower. It improves family relationships between children and parents and facilitates all experiences;
- myrtle tree - will help single people find their destiny and live life in a strong family marriage. Dracaena also works;
- A lemon tree is not only beautiful and exotic, but can also protect children living in the house from negativity.
When appropriate
Despite all the signs and superstitions, friends and acquaintances will rejoice at a beautiful flower when they receive it for their birthday.
It is better to find out in advance what kind of flowers the birthday boy likes, whether he is sick, and whether he believes in such signs. If you are healthy and ignore signs and are not superstitious, then your gift will bring joy and good mood.
But if a person is sick, there is no need to make such a surprise - a flower can both take away strength and charge with energy. It's impossible to predict, so give something else.
Houseplants as a gift are good omens
There is an opinion that if a person is given flowers in a pot (especially when there are several of them), they begin to act as talismans. At the same time, they protect both the person and the house in which he lives from damage.
The sign assures that if a plant suddenly withers (even if immediately), then it simply took away all the negativity that was on the owner and the house. At the same time, at the moment the room is completely cleared of negativity. As you can see, there is also a good omen associated with giving such a gift.
If a person is not superstitious or trusts only good omens, you can give him a houseplant. But if he is sure that the gift will bring him something negative, then this negative energy will be constantly attracted to him.
What exactly not to give
The world of indoor plants is so diverse and beautiful that it is easy to get lost when choosing a gift.
It is unacceptable to present 4 types:
- any climbing plants (ivies, vines, etc.);
- monstera;
- cacti;
- Decembrists.
It is believed that climbing plants predict loneliness, especially for women. For married people, their relationship with their spouse deteriorates, and everything can end in separation. Loaches discourage admirers from young girls.
Monstera is a tropical plant from the Brazilian forests. Incredibly beautiful, but very dangerous for humans. Popular beliefs say that it can break up a family, leaves girls as old maids, sucks out strength, and poisons the air.
Cacti bring quarrels and strife into the house. The relationship between the giver and the one to whom the flower is presented deteriorates. Cactus needles discourage suitors from girls. The men start drinking.
Decembrists - forest cacti, came to us from the southern Brazilian forests. Decembrist blooms at the beginning of winter, on Catholic Christmas.
Flowering at other times of the year brings a lack of money to the house, disruption of plans, and problems at work. Men leave the house where the Decembrist is. The death of a flower predicts illness and death.
Transfer of negativity
There is a belief that a flower pot absorbs the negative energy of its previous owner. Through this item you can transfer your problems, troubles and illnesses to another person.
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For this reason, many people replant potted flowers into plastic bags and then give them as gifts. It's better not to do this. Replanting is always stressful for the plant. You risk damaging the stem, leaves or roots. Your gift may quickly fade and not take root in the new owner’s home.
What to do
But don't get discouraged in advance. Our ancestors had some advice for us:
- If you can’t refuse a gift, neutralize the negative energy by sprinkling the flower with holy water and reciting the Lord’s Prayer.
- If the plant does not take root, consider that it has taken away all the negativity and simply “bury” it.
- Pay with a coin for the gift of a potted flower or give a gift in return.
Give gifts with love, a pure heart and thoughts! Peace to your home!
Spathiphyllum
This plant is especially useful to give to the fair sex. No wonder people call it “women’s happiness.” Spathiphyllum brings peace and tranquility to the family. This flower strengthens good relations between spouses. It perfectly neutralizes negative energy in the house.
Any woman will be delighted with such a gift. After all, spathiphyllum brings happiness if it is given as a gift and not purchased in a store.
Rose
The indoor rose blooms with bright and beautiful buds. Esotericists believe that this flower symbolizes spiritual improvement and human development. It also protects its owner from negative influences: damage, evil eye, love spell.
The color of the buds also has a symbolic meaning. Burgundy and red mean passionate love, pink means affection and sympathy, and white means friendship.
There are many prejudices about yellow roses. However, according to Feng Shui, this flower promotes financial well-being. But it is better not to give such plants to superstitious people.
Indoor azalea (rhododendron)
An indoor azalea cleanses the house of negative vibrations. It promotes health, vigor and good performance.
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This plant helps fight stress. It is recommended to give an indoor azalea to unmarried girls, as the flower promotes an early meeting with your future spouse.
Who can you give a blooming rose in a pot to?
This choice can be made if it is known that the person to whom the gift is intended loves plants and understands the beauty of living nature. In addition, he must have a house where he can grow flowers. A lover of travel, a restless wanderer, should not give indoor plants.
It is better to give a bouquet to unfamiliar people. For a connoisseur of lush floral arrangements, a large bouquet of roses of different shades or a whole basket with roses and lisianthus will be more suitable. It's spectacular and luxurious.
Not everyone can appreciate a small bush with thin branches, shiny green leaves and miniature roses. Grace and sophistication in such a gift are combined with the opportunity to use your abilities and skills to preserve the plant after flowering. With proper care, the time will soon come for young shoots to grow and new buds to appear. This could even be in the middle of winter. A little miracle in a pot can bring joy for many years.
An indoor rose is ideal for a Provence style interior. It is also better to select an appropriate flowerpot for it. If you are going to visit friends whose house is decorated in this particular style, don’t even think about another gift.
What plants should not be taken?
Because of their sensitivity, many plants absorb negative energy, and if you move them to another house, they will begin to spread it to household members. It is better to avoid such plants, as they can bring negativity into your home.
Indoor plants quickly adapt to a particular environment, temperature, humidity, so changing their place, as a rule, is fraught with very real, and not mystical consequences: they can get sick or even die, especially if these plants are no longer young. In addition, centenarians store a lot of information and energy within themselves, and it is unclear whether it is positive or negative.
By the way, it should be taken into account that diseased plants should also not be taken into the house, this does not bode well. And indoor flowers are given exclusively in a pot.
