Wet Vanka flower (balsam): signs and superstitions

Each indoor flower has its own requirements for soil and lighting, and its own special energy. One group of plants feels comfortable in office spaces, the other in apartments. Ogonyok belongs to the type of flowers that love comfort. It grows well and blooms regularly only in those homes where there is a friendly environment.

Features of the flower

The scientific name of the green beauty in Latin is Impatiens. In the world it is known as balsam. In nature, this moisture-loving flower grows in the tropics and subtropical zones of Africa and Asia. Some varieties can be found in America.

Europe became acquainted with this representative of the subtropical flora at the end of the 16th century. Having received a miniature bush as a gift, Queen Elizabeth I of England was fascinated by its noble appearance, especially the “sugar tears” on the stems.

Impatiens came to Russia about 200 years ago. While caring for the flower, people noticed: in conditions of high humidity, droplets of crystallized juice appear on the edges of its leaves. This is how the name “Vanka Mokry” spread among the people. Due to the green beauty's ability to bloom 5-6 months a year, it was called the Eternal Flower.

The height of the bush is from 30 to 70 cm. Balsams have green or reddish-green fleshy leaves. Small showy flowers are formed in their axils. They can be red, pink, orange. Some varieties of impatiens have spotted flowers. The popular popular name Impatiens (Spark) is associated with the bright color of its buds.

This unpretentious, profusely flowering representative of the tropics has acquired interesting features. The shape of the petals of the Fire resembles a heart. Because of this feature, rumor has dubbed him an assistant in love affairs.

The bush received another name - "Touch-me-not" - because of its fruit boxes. As soon as you touch the small dry pod, it will burst and scatter the seeds.

There are some negative rumors regarding the green favorite of housewives. After familiarizing yourself with the beliefs, you will decide who should give the Eternal Flower.

In which Feng Shui zone should the impatiens plant be placed?

Since ancient times, indoor plants have lived in every home. Today, the number of house plants has become so diverse that it can satisfy both a professional gardener and an amateur.

One of the most unpretentious and at the same time very beautiful indoor flowers is the impatiens indoor plant. In Latin it translates as “impatient.” People call it Vanka wet or touchy (although this is not the entire list of its fancy names), which is due to its unusual method of reproduction.

Balsam seeds are in a juicy box, which bursts at the slightest external influence and the seeds scatter in different directions. A significant number of species of this plant are perennials and evergreens. Impatiens flowers are extremely beautiful, so they cannot leave many gardeners indifferent.

According to Feng Shui, balsam, especially if planted in groups, creates a favorable energetic atmosphere in the house and smoothes out tension. It also influences slow people, calling them to action and vice versa, slowing down overly active people.

White balsam flowers activate spiritual activity, pink flowers stimulate emotional activity, and red flowers stimulate physical activity. Lilac flowers stimulate mental and sexual activity. In general, these plants have a beneficial effect on human creative and spiritual development.

Another interesting fact is that although this plant is poisonous, in small quantities it is completely edible - balsam leaves and stems are added to vegetable salads, as they taste like asparagus. In many countries, a decoction is made from balsam flowers, which is used as a healing agent for burns, or a tincture that serves as an antibiotic. And from the roots they make the hair dye so well known to all women - henna.

Indoor balsam does not require special care. The only necessary requirements for it are the presence of constant fresh air (but not drafts) and abundant watering. If you take into account the recommendations of Feng Shui, then balsam should not be kept in red pots; the roots should not be allowed to rot (which often happens when plants are over-watered) - this leads to the accumulation of negative energy and attracts lower entities. Also, you should not place the plant, like any other flowers, especially freshly cut ones, close to the bed.

Once a year, it is recommended to cut off the balsam branches and replant it. In order not to injure the plant too much, it is better to do pruning gradually, not all at once. And you shouldn’t plan a transplant at this moment. In the summer, it is advisable to plant the plant in free soil, but just avoid direct sunlight and periodically give the flower a cool shower by spraying. It is also worth considering that if the plant is in free ground, you should not water it before or after rain.

Many plants have their own secret - the balsam flower can boast of the same. The thing is that the rudiments of flowers are hidden under the leaves, so when the flower blooms, it is protected by a kind of “umbrella” from rain and the burning rays of the sun.

During periods of heavy watering, balsam can “cry” - droplets of juice, which has a sweetish taste, can be seen on its leaves. Ants love to feast on this juice. And if the plant is affected by spider mites or other pests, it is enough to treat it with special means and the plant will quickly come to life. In general, balsam quickly recovers from transplantation, pruning and disease. That is why it is quite common and even after 400 years of its existence it pleases the eye on the windowsills and balconies of many people.

According to Feng Shui, with proper care and cultivation of a flower such as balsam, its properties improve several times. It is advisable to have it not only at home, but also in public places and even at work. And balsam protects household members from heart disease and rheumatism.

However, if the plant is in an atmosphere where people constantly quarrel and scandals occur, where destructive energy predominates more than creative energy, the flower will begin to hurt and may even die. In fact, if a flower carries positive energy, it should be in such an environment. Even scientists have established the fact that any indoor plants react positively to human attention - they don’t get sick as often, they bloom better, etc.

In addition to the already known influence of balsam on humans in terms of energy, its medicinal properties are also widely known. In folk medicine, the stems and leaves of this plant are used as a very effective and gentle remedy in the treatment of urolithiasis, in the treatment of gout and a number of other serious ailments.

Decoctions from this plant are used to wash purulent wounds, ulcers, and hemorrhoids. In Chinese medicine, tincture of balsam leaves is used for menstrual irregularities and to stimulate labor. It is also indispensable for bites of poisonous snakes. However, you should not get carried away with self-medication, given that balsam is a poisonous plant.

Studying plants according to Feng Shui, we can say with confidence that each plant is unique in its own way. Each flower has its own positive and negative impact on a person, on his health and his home. Using this knowledge, many people have improved their quality of life many times over.

Considering all of the above positive properties of balsam, we can say with confidence that its cultivation will not only be beneficial for the soul and body, but also a pleasant leisure time for all lovers of indoor plants.

Author: Maria Sukhorukikh
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Benefits of the flower

It is curious that the influence of Vanka Mokroy, according to signs and superstitions, extends mainly to men. Beliefs with positive meaning:

Ogonyok helps timid young men gain self-confidence;
Eternal Flower develops a sense of responsibility in impulsive, unrestrained teenagers - if you want to see in your sons such qualities as kindness, respect for elders, mercy, place light varieties of Eternal Flower (white, salmon, orange) in the children's room;
for an elderly man, balsam will become a protector against physical weakness and depression;
if you moved to another city or country, the white variety of Evergreen will help you quickly adapt to a new place;
for guys who have not yet met their life partner, the flower bestows insight in amorous affairs, the Touchy One protects its owner from unhappy love;
Ogonyok will help a man who has recently experienced a suicide attempt, car accident or surgery to be reborn for a new life;
for realtors, insurance agents and representatives of other professions related to consulting and attracting clients, the plant helps develop oratory skills; raspberry varieties of balsams develop a positive perception of the world in a person;
if you want to achieve career heights, place the Everflower in your office - a spectacular bush with fragile stems will attract useful business connections to you, including influential sponsors - plants with orange flowers will be appropriate in an office where business negotiations are taking place.

Superstitions say that if after the next negotiations the leaves on Ogonyok wither, it means that one of the invited people is very jealous of your success. If you are the head of an enterprise, place terry balsams in your office.

Flowers will protect your company from the dishonesty of your business partners and from ruin. In order for Vanka Mokry to “lure” profitable contracts to you, signs and superstitions advise placing a copper coin under a flowerpot with a flower.

Soon the company's business will go uphill. Don't tell anyone this little secret so that your money luck doesn't leave you.

Assistant in creative affairs

Ogonyok does not give the fair sex easy victories. Lazy and envious women will not receive patronage from the Eternal Flower, but honest and hardworking girls and ladies can safely have balsams with flowers of different shades.

The wet inhabitant of the flowerpot helps to reveal the creative potential of its owners. If inspiration plays an important role in your work , decorate your office and apartment with flowerpots with Light .

Superstitions say that it is not advisable for a mother with many children to purchase Ogonyok. Otherwise, a woman may lose seriousness and drown in entertainment. She will have no time for children, but the tropical handsome man will help the free girl find a husband. Since the Eternal Flower loves harmony, it will scare away frivolous guys and despotic individuals from its owner.

Representatives of creative professions (writers, designers) will feel a surge of strength and vigor if they place a variety of Evergreen with crimson flowers in their bedroom. Place plants with bright red buds in the room where you create your works. These simple actions will protect you from nervous exhaustion, creative stagnation and the bad wishes of envious people.

Impact on marital happiness

If you believe the signs, the positive qualities of Ogonyok are most fully revealed in houses where husband and wife dote on each other.

A green guest from the tropics feels the energy of the home and its inhabitants. If you have recently legalized your relationship with your significant other, place a beautiful flowerpot with an Eternal Flower on the windowsill of your bedroom.

According to the signs, everyone who plans to have this flower should know how balsam behaves in the house.

The appearance of a miniature bush is an indicator of family well-being. If your relationship with your spouse is not marred by jealousy and scandals, your green indoor pet will grow well and bloom profusely. If a conflict is brewing in the family, Ogonyok sheds its leaves and produces few flowers. In the old days, the drying up of the Everbloom in the home of a young couple was considered a bad sign. The folk myth hinted that Ogonyok could not stand the betrayal of one of the spouses.
The flower helps eliminate male infertility.
One of the positive properties of balsam is its ability to revive marital passion. If your marriage is many years old, and your chosen one has forgotten what ardent confessions are, place several balsams in the kitchen, living room and bedroom. Soon tenderness and romance will return to your relationship with your husband.

Feng Shui meaning

According to Feng Shui, keeping balsam in the house:

Creates favorable energy.
Reduces tension.
Gives activity to slow people and calms irritated people.

According to Feng Shui recommendations, Vanka wet should not be placed too close to the bed or grown in red pots.

Conflicting signs

There are negative signs regarding Ogonyok. One of the myths: a man who is given a wet Vanka will start drinking. Due to the flower’s love of moisture, the man next to him under the same roof develops a craving for alcoholism.

This myth has no serious basis. The sign reflected an observation of reality: there are many men in the world who drink. Some of them are flower growers, but you should not associate the Eternal Flower with the vices of the stronger half of humanity.

Both in the old days and now, different varieties of Ogonyok can be seen in the offices of successful businessmen, famous actors, and artists. These people are far from alcohol addiction.

One of the signs does not advise widows to breed Vanka in their homes. Otherwise, the green pet will drown the inconsolable widow in tears, not allowing her to say goodbye to the memories of the past.

Popular beliefs

For women

Balsam is not the best choice for a single woman. It is believed that he drives away female and family happiness from his mistress. To rectify the situation, you can give a flower to someone else. This way, the woman’s personal life will gradually improve.
For a married woman, Vanka wet has the opposite meaning - it promises happy, harmonious and strong relationships in the family. At the same time, the housewife should grow the flower herself, and not buy a ready-made one.
Another sign for married ladies - if the cutting has taken root, you can expect a new addition to the family.

Gift rules

The light can be given to a married couple, a single man, an active business lady and a young lady “in search”.

If a mother living in a happy marriage gives her adult daughter a rooted cutting of the Everbloom, the girl will soon meet her betrothed.

A man who has a reputation as a ladies' man should not give Vanka as a gift. Otherwise, the bright energy of the flower will conflict with the base desires of its owner. The bush may fade.

According to superstitions, you should not accept the Touch-me-not as a gift from a widow or a sick woman. It is not advisable to take flower cuttings from an apartment where theft has recently occurred. A family in which a premature baby was born does not give flowers to their relatives for a year.

Whether the energy potential of the Eternal Blossom can be revealed in your home depends not only on the personality of the donor. To ensure that your favorite varieties of balsams delight you with long-lasting flowering, refrain from scandals and properly care for the bushes.

Where to put and to whom to give Vanka Mokroy

Undoubtedly, Balsam will be a wonderful gift for a person or for a family whom you wish happiness. You can accompany your gift with a story about the properties of the plant and the need to take care of it.

It’s a good sign to give Balsam to newlyweds. For a newly-made family, an indoor flower will help them get through the period of “grinding in” to each other, sometimes defusing the intensity of passions.

Where to put it?

If Vanka is placed near the bed where a man sleeps, he will feed his masculine strength.

In the living room or kitchen, where the entire family often gathers, the plant will give people a lift of spirit and unite children, parents, and spouses.

Located in the nursery, Vanka Mokry will help the child develop creatively, do well in school, and not be lazy. Especially if the Balsam flowers are of a rich, bright color.