What indoor flowers are undesirable to grow at home?

Buying another flower, we do not even know about some of the harmful properties of indoor plants, and then suddenly we notice emerging health problems. If a small child or animals live in the house, then you need to pay special attention to the choice of indoor flowers and plants in order to protect their life. Some plant species contain poison in their juice or release harmful substances into oxygen.

In addition to plants that are not recommended to be kept at home, there is an adverse effect on the human body of some flowers. In this case, you need to correctly choose the location of the future green resident, without placing him in the bedroom or, conversely, in the kitchen.

There are a lot of disputes and disagreements about dangerous plants in the house. All sayings are mixed with various signs that can eventually confuse a novice gardener.
In this article, we'll take a look at the plants to be careful with and be aware of the likely effects on the body and energy.

List of poisonous plants

This group of plants includes those species that should not be kept at home, especially in the presence of animals or children due to extremely dangerous properties. A child, like a pet, is capable of poisoning with similar flowers or getting burns if handled carelessly.

If there are no children and animals in the house, then take precautions when caring for such plants. Be sure to wear gloves when handling these colors and rinse tools thoroughly. Do not under any circumstances cut these flowers with a knife intended for food in your kitchen.

Consider this group of plants:

1. Dieffenbachia (Dieffenbachia).
   A popular indoor plant that attracts flower growers with huge yellow-green leaves that form a fluffy crown. The flower is dangerous for its sap, which is released when the leaves or stem are cut. If a pet or a child decides to chew any part of this flower, then the juice that gets into the body will cause severe poisoning. In addition, dieffenbachia juice causes burns and irritation to the skin.
2. Oleander (Nerium oleander).
   Popular for its bright crimson flowers. The ingestion of oleander juice into the body causes blindness. The scent of a flowering plant contributes to dizziness and feeling unwell.
3. Euphorbia (Euphorbia).
   This plant is represented by a huge number of species and various forms, therefore, it cannot be described unequivocally. Many representatives are similar in appearance to cacti and have thorns, the prick of which is also dangerous for a living organism. Euphorbia contains white sap in its stem and leaves, which causes burns and irritation to the skin. When ingested, it causes poisoning.

   By the way, on our website there is a large article about caring for this plant, so we recommend that you read it!

4. Croton.
   If we talk about this plant, which belongs to the euphorbia family, then it looks like a small tree with variegated leaves that have an elongated shape. Its flowers are inconspicuous, and it rarely blooms at home. The sap of this plant causes burns on the skin. If the juice gets into the bloodstream when cut or ingested, then the case may end in death or resuscitation.
5. Azalea (Azalea).
   A common plant among flower lovers. It is famous for its lush and attractive flowering. The colors are very diverse: white, pink, red, yellow in azalea flowers. Azalea Simsa (Indian Azalea) is considered dangerous. The ingestion of the leaves of this flower causes intestinal colic and cramps.
6. Mimosa bashful (Mimosa pudica).
   A bizarre plant that externally is represented by thin stems and small leaves. The leaves look fragile and delicate, and upon contact with an object, they curl up into a tube. Long-term human contact with these flowers leads to hair loss and loss. Sometimes it comes to complete baldness. The fact is that this plant emits harmful and toxic substances that poison the human body.
7. Evergreen ivy (Hedera).
   This plant belongs to the Araliaceae family. It is a shrub in the form of vines. Cats are very attracted to the bright green color of the leaves of this plant, but in ivy, the leaves and berries are poisonous, so the animal can die or be severely poisoned.
8. Adenium (Adenium).
   A very beautiful plant, which is represented by a thick, obese stem in the form of a small tree trunk. At the top are sparse leaves and a large number of medium-sized pink flowers. The plant is very toxic, adenium juice is especially dangerous. On contact with the body, it causes poisoning and burns.
9. Monstera.
   

   Monsterra is not a very dangerous plant, but still it is better not to start it at home.

   A spectacular plant with huge leaves and growing to impressive sizes. Usually, monstera can be found in public places or botanical gardens. Monstera juice can cause burns on the skin, upset the digestive system, and if it gets into the eyes, damage them.

10. Philodendron
    Belongs to the aroid family. The plant is represented by bushes, vines and lush greenery. Philodendron juice is poisonous. Contact with skin and eyes causes irritation and burns.
11. Primula (Primula).
    The flower has gained such popularity due to the beautiful flowering of various shades, small size and velvety leaves. During flowering, the plant releases toxic substances that cause nausea and dizziness. The velvety leaves are covered with small villi, contact with which leads to burning sensation and allergies.
12. Stellera dwarf (Stellera chamaejasme).
    In the photo, Steller is in natural habitat. This plant is known for its medicinal properties, but it can only be used for such purposes under the supervision of a doctor. The flower itself has a high stem on which the inflorescences are located. They consist of 20-30 small white flowers. The ingestion of the leaves of the plant in its raw form into the body leads to swelling of the vocal cords and even to numbness.
13. Nightshade (Solanum).
    This flower attracts attention with its bright orange fruits that adorn the evergreen shrub. It is these fruits that are very poisonous and dangerous. May cause poisoning. The bright color of the berries attracts children and animals, so you should not keep such a flower at home.
14. Tulip Gesner (Tulipa gesneriana).
    This plant blooms very impressively. It has a medium-sized stem on which a large flower is located. The color is varied - from yellow to red. But being with this flower for a long time indoors leads to hair loss and baldness.
15. Trichocereus (Trichocereus).
    This plant is a species of cactus. It has long and large needles and blooms with large white flowers with a pleasant aroma. The plant contains hallucinogens and toxins that cause paralysis of the nervous system.

By families

The list of poisonous plants seems to be much longer, so when buying a flower, ask which family it belongs to. There are 4 main families of the most poisonous plants, namely:

• The euphorbia family. The juice of many members of this class is poisonous and causes burns on the skin.
• Aroid family. Most members of this group are toxic plants. Their juice is especially dangerous.
• A family of kurtovs. This class includes the most dangerous plants for human and animal life. They attract with their bright and variegated appearance. Wear gloves when working with this family of flowers.
• The nightshade family. In this class, far from all plants are poisonous, because the well-known potatoes and tomatoes belong to this family. But house flowers are most often toxic, and especially their fruits. Berries cause indigestion, nausea, vomiting.

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List of plants to be treated with caution

There are a number of indoor flowers that can harm the human body only if they are incorrectly positioned in the house. In addition, some plant species cause allergies or mild ailments. The list of these plants is as follows:

1. Lily (Lilium).
   A flower loved by many with a tart aroma. It is because of this concentrated smell that they are not recommended to be kept in the bedroom, as they can cause insomnia. At night, lilies emit a lot of carbon dioxide, so in the morning you can wake up with a headache and tired.
2. Ficus.
   A lush green plant with oblong leaves. Ficus is not very dangerous for humans, but it is capable of causing allergic reactions more than others.
3. Orchid (Orchidaceae).
   A beautiful plant with unusual flowering of various shapes and colors. It is better to place such a flower next to the workplace for the reason that it excites the nervous system. If you put an orchid in the bedroom, then it will lead to sleep disturbance.

   We have a whole section on the site dedicated to orchids. See if you can find a plant that suits you, they have beautiful flowers!

4. Fern (Polypodiophyta).
   Its action is similar to that of a lily. Fern gives off carbon dioxide at night, which leads to headaches in the morning.
5. Hydrangea (Hydrangea).
   A flower that strikes with its inflorescence with a large number of small flowers forming a "cap". The color is varied from pink to blue. Hydrangea gives off particles that can cause allergies.
6. Tuberose (Polianthes tuberosa).
   It is a perennial plant with a stem 45 cm high, white flowers form at the top. It has a very sweet and strong aroma. The plant secretes particles that greatly exacerbate the sense of smell. It is not recommended to keep such a flower for people with heart disease and hypertension. With such diseases, the scent of a flower can cause dizziness and mood loss, up to depressive states.

All flowers with a strong aroma should be placed in a well-ventilated area. Then there will be no problems with feeling unwell.

Folk signs: what is possible, what is not?

To trust folk omens or not is a personal matter for everyone. At the same time, it is worth remembering that most often signs arise on the basis of long-term observations of ancestors. Consider what the appearance of some indoor plants in the house entails:

1. Cacti are unfavorable plants for the home. It is believed that the presence of a cactus in the apartment turns the husband into a person suffering from alcoholism. There is a second sign, which says that in a house where there is a cactus, a girl will not marry happily or will not meet a chosen one at all. Also, cactus has a bad effect on relationships between family members.
2. Ferns take vitality from a person, being an energy vampire. In a house with a fern, a person will feel constantly tired, inactive, sleepy.
3. Ivy and climbing plants, according to folk signs, scare men away. In a house where there are such plants, a man will constantly strive to go somewhere. In addition, ivy negatively affects the state of mind, depriving a person of optimism and balance. It is best to keep these plants outside the house. So, ivy will act as a protector.
4. Dieffenbachia is dangerous for its poisonous properties, and also takes health away from the household.
5. Mother-in-law's tongue is a plant that has practically no stem, with elongated longitudinal leaves with a bright green color. It is believed that the presence of such a flower in the house leads to loneliness and the inability of the girl to get married. The plant has a negative effect on feminine strength, so it is dangerous to keep it in the bedroom. The flower, as it were, "drives" men out of the house.
6. Sansevieria is a curious plant that looks like the tail of a fish. For this reason, it is also nicknamed the "pike tail". The leaves of the flower, painted green, have such a bizarre shape. The plant blooms and has a pleasant aroma. But, according to the signs, it negatively affects family and personal life. The presence of this flower in the house leads to loneliness.
7. The palm tree often decorates the interiors of many rooms, but it is better not to put such a flower at home. The palm tree contributes to the appearance of grief in the family, if it was presented to you. Save this plant for office spaces or other locations.
8. Ficus can cause allergies, but in addition, it is believed that the flower negatively affects the appearance of children in the house. If you want a child, then this plant is not worth purchasing. Ficus has long been controversial. There is a directly opposite opinion on this plant. It says that ficus solves the problem of infertility and contributes to family well-being.

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Feng Shui

In Feng Shui, it is important to pay attention not only to the type of flower, but also to the state in which it is. There are several basic rules for keeping flowers and plants in the house according to Feng Shui:

• You should not keep dried flowers in the apartment.
• All old plants that no longer bloom and do not give young shoots should be thrown away.
• Sick flowers should not be kept in the house, as they will take away your health.
• A flower that you take care of for a long time, but all actions are useless, and it withers, should also be removed from the house. The plant spreads negative energy.
• It is worth choosing those flowers whose leaves are directed upwards. According to Feng Shui, such plants bring positive energy to the house. Plants with leaves that stretch down, on the contrary, land it.
• It is better to choose flowers with a rounded leaf shape.
• You shouldn't have a lot of plants in the bedroom and next to the bed.
• According to Feng Shui, all plants are divided into female and male (Yin and Yang). Women include begonia, violet, fat woman, cyclamen. Citrus fruits, dracaena, chlorophytum and others are considered male plants.
• For the most favorable energy field in the house, it is necessary to keep Yin and Yang plants.

According to the rules of Feng Shui, there are no favorable or unfavorable types of flowers, but some are still not worth buying for keeping in the house. All plants with poor energy include those that have sharp leaves. It is believed that such flowers bring quarrels and discord to the family. Needles and thorns also provoke scandals, so you should choose plants with soft needles. The main plant that is not recommended to grow in Feng Shui at home is bonsai.

It is a dwarf tree whose growth has been artificially stopped. Such a tree will stop the development of its owner, negatively affect career success and general well-being.

List of Recommended Plants

For good energy in Feng Shui, it is recommended to grow the following flowers:

1. Money tree - brings prosperity to the house in the material sense. In another way it is called "fat woman". It is recommended to plant such a tree with your own hands, and put a coin on the bottom of the pot.
2. Bamboo absorbs bad energy and turns it into positive energy.
3. The lemon tree can increase activity and independence.
4. Ficus should be placed anywhere in the house, but not in the bedroom. If this plant is in the bedroom, then the relationship between the spouses may deteriorate. It is believed that ficus relieves aggression and neutralizes negative energy.
5. Geraniums also cannot be placed next to the bed and in the bedroom. According to Feng Shui, it is believed that this flower secretes essential oils that soothe the nervous system and improve metabolism. But excessive inhalation of these oils causes allergies and headaches.
6. The myrtle tree can improve the relationship in marriage. Promotes harmony in family life and revitalization of relationships.
7. The cactus has a heavy energy, but it can reduce irritability and rage. Recommended for people with a hot temperament.
8. Arrowroot, poinsettia help those who have lost it find the meaning of life and find professional harmony.

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Conclusion

In conclusion, I would like to say that the choice of indoor plants is more dependent on your personal preferences. Observe safety precautions when handling poisonous flowers. Do not forget about their danger to children and animals.

We all subconsciously strive for unity with nature, someone has a summer cottage, and someone, for lack of it, seeks to create a green corner in their apartment. However, there are some indoor plants that cannot be kept at home - I would like to mention the photos and names of these representatives in this article.

Sometimes we are impressed by the beauty, bright colors of the next flower, we strive to acquire it as soon as possible in order to decorate our home. When buying a flower, we do not always think about the consequences and sometimes we start to feel bad or our pets suddenly fall ill. Among the inhabitants of the green world there are a lot of poisonous representatives, sometimes the most beautiful of them turn out to be absolutely unsuitable for home keeping.

What indoor plants cannot be kept at home? Of course, it is not possible to describe all of them here, but I would like to focus on the most common ones - those whose attractive appearance we admire in the windows of flower shops. Some varieties contain toxic compounds, emit poisons, harmful pollen into the atmosphere. Some flowers are not recommended to be planted where you sleep.If you have small children or curious four-legged pets who strive to taste everything, you should be doubly careful when choosing home colors.

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The simplest safety rules are to use gardening gloves or regular latex gloves when in contact with green dwellers. If you are pruning or removing branches, foliage, then use a special knife. The tools you use in the kitchen should not come into contact with the plants. Hands and all cutting or auxiliary objects should be thoroughly washed at the end of maintenance work. Remember that individual flowers can actively release toxic substances during irrigation or watering.

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Oleander is very beautiful during flowering, but its scent can provoke dizziness, nausea, or even fainting. The sap of foliage, stems can cause allergies or burns to the skin. Do not let the oleander juice come into contact with your eyes - the consequences can be very dire, up to loss of vision.

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Potted spurge looks very exotic, thanks to its large, rich green leaves. In fact, the euphorbia family has many varieties: some look like cacti, others resemble miniature palms. Certain types of milkweed have thorns, the prick of which poses a threat to the body, since they are very poisonous. Foliage, milkweed stalks contain juice, which, when it enters the esophagus, causes severe poisoning, and upon contact with the skin or mucous membranes leads to burns and irritation.

Euphorbia, photo:

Spurge

Dieffenbachia attracts the eye with its large decorative leaves with a variegated pattern. Its milky juice is very dangerous for the eyes; upon contact with the skin, it causes burns, redness, and itching. If it gets into the mouth or esophagus, it provokes a severe burn of mucous membranes, poisoning. If you have small children or animals at home, you better not start this plant!

Dieffenbachia, photo:

Diphenbachia

Alocasia is an ornamental deciduous plant that is highly poisonous. Any work with it should be carried out wearing protective gloves, and not only the juice is poisonous, but even the fumes from the roots. In all thematic forums, experienced florists strongly recommend using protection when transplanting alocasia. If the root is disturbed (for example, by cutting it), you can smell a distinct cyanide odor, which is not recommended to inhale even for a long time. In case of contact with eyes, the juice of alocasia can cause loss of vision, even if inadvertently a child or animal licks a small drop of juice, long-term discomfort is guaranteed. All parts of alocasia are poisonous: they contain hydrocyanic acid, mercury, mercury mercury.

Alokazia, photo:

Alocasia

Croton has very beautiful densely growing leaves, in appearance it resembles a small tree. It blooms very rarely at home, but it is often acquired precisely because of its attractive foliage. Croton is also very poisonous, if under some circumstances its juice gets into the blood (through a wound or cut when working with it), then even death is possible. In case of contact with the skin, wash the area immediately with soap and water several times.

Croton, photo:

Croton

Azalea is very loved by many flower growers, it is simply luxurious, flowers have a wide palette of shades, it is often used to create bonsai. It is poisonous, its foliage contains glycoside and andromedotoxin, which, when ingested in a human or animal body, cause poisoning, nausea, and convulsions. The most poisonous is considered Azalea Simsa or Indian.

Azalea, photo:

Azalea

Evergreen ivy from the Araliaceae family is completely poisonous - berries, foliage, and also stems can be fatal to humans and animals.This liana-like plant is very attractive to cats, they also suffer from it more than others. It also poses a serious danger to humans.

Evergreen ivy, photo:

Ivy evergreen

Cyclamen is another pet with decorative flowers of an unusual shape. Its leaves look very attractive but are toxic at the same time. Of particular danger are cyclamen tubers, which contain the strongest poison, similar in strength to curare poison. When ingested, it causes a sharp deterioration in health, vomiting, diarrhea, convulsions, loss of consciousness.

Cyclamen, photo:

Cyclamen

Adenium attracts flower growers with its exotic look, which is given to it by thick aerial roots. From above it is decorated with multiple flowers of bright colors, different shapes. Adenium is very poisonous, its juice provokes poisoning, causes burns on contact with the skin. It should be borne in mind that all its parts contain toxins, this plant is especially harmful for asthmatics. Milky juice of adenium is able to penetrate into the bloodstream through the skin, so think more than once before starting it at home.

Adenium, photo:

Adenium

Monstera can most often be found in offices, public institutions, but often flower growers settle it at home. It looks very impressive, grows to an impressive size, has large carved leaves. Monstera juice is very toxic, when it gets on the skin it causes burns, severe itching. If it gets into your eyes, it can significantly damage your eyesight. If a child or animal eats even a small part of the leaf, poisoning or inflammation of the gastrointestinal tract is inevitable.

Monstera, photo:

Monstera

Brovallia is very attractive, no wonder its full name is Brovallia Beautiful. This small bush gives flowers in all shades of blue, lilac and white. Alas, all parts of the brovallia are poisonous, so its contact with the skin or mucous membranes must be excluded. This flower attracts pets, but its sap is very dangerous for them.

Brovallia, photo:

Brovallia

Aglaonema amazes with the beauty of the leaves, they are large, dense, with an incredible pattern, differing in variety. Despite the fact that it has a positive effect on the air in the apartment, cleans, disinfects it, it is still poisonous. Juice is the main danger to humans and animals, although berries are also toxic. If the flower is even slightly damaged (for example, breaking off a leaf or scratching it during transplantation), then the juice will be released immediately. Protective gloves should be worn for any planting or maintenance work with agla-mute.

Aglaonema, photo:

Aglaonema

Primrose flowers have the widest palette of shades, the leaves also look cute - rounded, textured, covered with small villi. Contact with these villi can cause a strong allergic reaction (burning, itching), and when primrose flowers bloom, dizziness, nausea can visit even healthy, strong people (it secretes alkaloids). You should know that the bright decorative primrose is poisonous, all of its parts are toxic and pose a threat to your health.

Primula, photo:

Primrose

Gloriosa is an exotic, truly luxurious specimen. Its unusual flowers are capable of changing their color during flowering. This attractive species is one of the most toxic among indoor plants, all of its parts contain poison. If you have children or animals at home, you will have to give up the possession of gloriosa. When ingested, it causes severe poisoning, up to and including kidney failure.

Gloriosa, photo:

Gloriosa

Can indoor plants cause allergies? The answer will be yes - yes, they can. Representatives of the euphorbia, nightshade, aroid, and kutrov family are especially threatened. They should be handled very carefully, think more than once before starting them at home.Kutrovye are the most dangerous, especially revered adenium, plumeria, carissa, diplodesia can cause significant harm to the health of your loved ones, as well as pets.

Plumeria, photo:

PlumeriaDiplomasKarissa

Remember that even pollen flying in the air can trigger an allergic attack. Almost all house flowers emit spores, essential oils, pollen during flowering, and in especially toxic varieties, all the elements released will also be by no means useful. Geranium and fern crops can cause severe allergies.

Do not forget about protection, if you still decide to settle with one of them. Representatives of the aroid family also require increased attention, isolation from children and pets. Syngonium, beloved by many philodendron, contains poisonous components in its juice.

Philodendron

Be careful with euphorbia plants, each of them contains the toxin euphorin, which can cause allergies, skin inflammation, itching, and burns. Wash your hands with soap, use gloves, or better - replace them with safer green cousins. The world of flowers is diverse and amazing, among the many options you can always choose a pet that will not only be safe for health, but also useful.

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Some of them are known to many since childhood, such as aloe and Kalanchoe, with which our mothers and grandmothers treated us for a cold or a cold. The plants listed below are home healers: they purify the air, they can be used for recipes of traditional medicine, they release components into the atmosphere that normalize the emotional background.

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Lemon is very decorative - a small tree with bright fruits looks just charming, plus it is very useful. I think everyone knows about the healing properties of lemon fruits, but its leaves are capable of emitting useful phytoncides, volatile essential oils. Where there is a lemon tree, it is easier to breathe, the mood rises, and brain activity is activated.

Lemon, photo:

Lemon with fruits

The well-known aloe is incredibly useful, has a wide range of medicinal uses. Aloe is undemanding to care, tolerates long breaks between waterings, and grows quickly. The juice and pulp of its leaves is a real immunomodulator for our body. Aloe has a powerful bactericidal, healing effect, is able to suppress the growth of cancer cells, and activates the vitality of the body. The most common "medicinal" variety is tree aloe, but striped aloe and awesome aloe are poisonous. Most of the useful components contain plants that are already 3 years old.

Aloe, photo:

Aloe arborescens Miller or agaveAloe Vera (A. vera L)

Pelargonium is a close relative of geranium, they are often confused, although it is geranium that is more related to garden representatives, and pelargonium is closer to domestic ones. One way or another, more often all types of pelargonium are called geraniums. This flower is very popular, which prompts breeders to develop many new varieties. You should be aware that certain varieties of pelargonium can be poisonous! Therefore, for home breeding, choose safe varieties (hybrids, zonal pelargonium, large-flowered) that refresh, purify the atmosphere, and destroy pathogenic bacteria. Moths, mosquitoes, flies do not like pelargonium very much, they "run" from the room where it is located. If we consider indoor plants, signs associated with them, then pink pelargonium can be considered a magnet for love relationships. White pelargonium is recommended for those who dream of a child.

Pelargonium, photo:

Pelargonium (geranium)

Spathiphyllum is an elegant, sophisticated flower that brings happiness, helping women to meet their love, popularly called “female happiness”. It purifies the air at home, suppresses harmful bacteria, and has a detrimental effect on mold spores, if such a problem exists. Spathiphyllum actively releases oxygen at nightfall. The genus Spathiphyllum is houseplants that bring love, family happiness.

Spathiphyllum, photo:

Spathiphyllum

Nephrolepis - one of the most attractive domestic ferns, also has air-purifying properties, "absorbs" radiation from a TV or computer. Nephrolepis releases oxygen, biologically active compounds, it is easier to breathe with it in the room, the mood rises.

Nephrolepis, photo:

Nephrolepis

Kalanchoe is another home healer called indoor ginseng or tree of life. It is unpretentious, with the onset of summer it is recommended to take it out into the fresh air more often. The scope (of drugs based on it) of Kalanchoe is incredibly wide - dentistry, surgery, gynecology, etc. Kalanchoe has a hemostatic, wound healing, anti-burn, antimicrobial, antiviral effect.

Kalanchoe, photo:

Kalanchoe

Begonia is useful, namely the decorative-deciduous group of plants, which saturate the atmosphere with phytoncides, humidify the air, and protect it from dust. Note that the Begonia Eternal Blossom variety is toxic, and so are its hybrids. The rest of indoor begonias are able to suppress staphylococcus and streptococcus bacilli, various chemical constituents of the air. Decorative leafy begonias are indoor plants that purify the air.

Begonia, photo:

Begonia

Chlorophytum is unpretentious, grows, develops in any light, loves moisture. It also has powerful, air-purifying properties, and if, during transplanting, you add activated carbon to its soil mixture, then the useful qualities of this green inhabitant will only become stronger. This home flower is able to stop the poisonous secretions of combustion products. Chlorophytum species such as indoor Cape, Crested, Bonnie, Winged are the best indoor flowers that purify the air.

Chlorophytum, photo:

Chlorophytum

In addition to their medicinal, decorative qualities, many indoor flowers carry a certain energetic message, at least that's what many people think. Many signs have come to us from time immemorial, to believe them or not is our personal choice, but it is worth paying attention.

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Your sleep, well-being and, finally, family relationships depend on the atmosphere in the bedroom. You can not place poisonous representatives in the bedroom - those that throw toxic spores into the air or provoke allergies.

Opt for chlorophytum, laurel, potted rosemary or lavender.

Purifies the air, releases oxygen from geraniums, camellias, spathiphyllum, begonia, Kalanchoe, aloe, uzambara violets. These indoor plants for the bedroom are really able to relieve stress after a hard day, remove insomnia, and calm the nervous system.

But monsters, ferns, ficuses, strong-smelling lilies, gardenias, oleanders should not be settled where you sleep.

It is also not recommended to have too many flower pots in one room - all kinds of fungi grow faster in a humid environment (soil).

If people suffer from asthma or allergies, then, of course, it is better not to place flowers in the bedroom at all.

Indoor plants for a children's room are the same phytoncides that emit useful components that purify the air, have a detrimental effect on bacteria and viruses. For a nursery, it is better to choose unpretentious flowers that are resistant to "injuries" (breaking off leaves, breaking stems).Children, as you know, are still those fidgets, so some complex or capricious flower is unlikely to take root if it becomes the object of close attention of young researchers.

For a children's room, hibiscus, lemon, myrtle, chlorophyllum, tangerine, balsam, hippeastrum, eucalyptus, phalaenopsis are perfect. These green inhabitants perfectly clean the air, produce oxygen, fight toxins, all kinds of bacteria.

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For some, green people are a favorite hobby or just decor for the interior. However, along with this, many flower growers pay attention to signs, study the influence of flowers on our lives. An indoor pet can easily become a kind of talisman, a keeper of happiness, a magnet for positive events. For example, one has only to look at oxalis (room oxalis) to notice its incredible resemblance to the four-leaf clover - an ancient powerful symbol that attracts good luck.

Oxalis, photo:

Oxalis (oxalis)

The same chlorophytum mentioned above is considered the patron saint of a happy family life.

Strict calathea has long been considered the keeper of family relationships, and contributed to a long, happy family life. By the way, if you provide her with comfortable conditions, she will live an incredibly long time, tens of years.

Aichrizon, whose leaves are somewhat similar to hearts, is considered a "tree of love".

Aichrizon - the tree of love

The money tree (fat woman) is a favorite "amulet" that contributes to the accumulation of material wealth.

Fat woman or money tree

Fragrant myrtle is often presented for a wedding, because it contributes to family happiness, mutual understanding between spouses.

Incredibly beautiful hoya, which blooms with snow-white or pinkish "balls", is recommended for placement in matrimonial bedrooms. This flower is the patron saint of lovers, helps to remain faithful, gives mutual understanding to couples.

Hoya, photo:

Hoya

Violets, loved by many, are a symbol of comfort and home.

Violet

And spathiphyllum is generally the "happiest" flower (according to the majority). He is called "female happiness", he helps single people to meet their happy destiny, married ones - to strengthen existing relationships, childless gives the joy of motherhood, and large families - harmony, peace at home, mutual understanding between loved ones. If spathiphyllum has bloomed in your home, then be sure - happiness is already on the doorstep!

Spathiphyllum blooms

There are also indoor plants and the signs associated with them are not very positive - here it is definitely worth giving priority to the vines. If you keep curly liana-like ones at home, then the male sex will bypass the women or girls living in it.

Ivy, tradescantia, roicissus (birch), hanging zebrina, campelia are the most active "muzhegons".

Donated palms should also not be settled in the apartment.

Poor cacti got it - according to popular beliefs, they push the inhabitants of the house to drunkenness. It is also not recommended to get involved in the cultivation of cacti for unmarried virgins.

Ferns, philodendrons, along with a monster, are considered absorbers of positive energy, vitality.

Geranium, yucca, neoregelia, sansevier are also considered energetic "vampires".

Be that as it may, practice shows that those who take all negative prophecies to heart, themselves attract problems. He who seeks finds, says ancient wisdom. There are many happy families and successful destinies of people who keep ferns, ivies, cacti in the house. So plant your favorite flowers at home, enjoy life, but be on the lookout with poisonous representatives!

The choice of green pets directly depends on your preferences, observe safety measures when caring for them, protect any flowers from contact with animals or small children.Be careful about your choice, if in doubt, you can always consult with an experienced florist or contact the appropriate flower forum with your question.

In addition to external beauty, there are indoor plants that cannot be kept at home - I described the photos and names of the most frequently purchased representatives in this article. I hope this information will help you make the right choice, create a cozy interior that will be aesthetically pleasing and safe for you and your loved ones.

Some indoor plants, despite their beauty, are not at all harmless. Read more below.

When breeding plants, few people are interested in the question of which flowers cannot be kept at home. At the same time, there is both scientific evidence of the harmfulness of some flowers, as well as folk omens and feng shui, which many growers also take seriously.

Content:

• What does science say about dangerous plants?
• Plants dangerous for children
• Poisonous plants
• Plants - allergens
• The danger of favorite and common plants
• Folk omens
• Trust but check

Plants are not always as harmless as they seem. Some of them are weakly poisonous.

Orchid species popular for home cultivation are not particularly dangerous. They can only cause headaches in people who are sensitive to odors.

Climbing plants: it will not be possible to generalize here, and science and popular beliefs are not unanimous, and the latter are even paradoxical

What does science say about dangerous plants?

First of all, let's consider the scientific side of the issue. After all, growing plants, we want them not only to decorate the room, but also to be useful, or at least not to harm the household.

Dwarf bougainvillea. You should work with it carefully - bougainvillea juice can cause skin rashes

It's no secret that indoor plants can cause serious harm to their owners. So, some of them are poisonous, others are allergens, and still others combine these two dangers. In addition, some types of plants can negatively affect your well-being. For example, you may experience headaches or fatigue due to the strong scent of some flowers.

However, do not panic and throw out all the flowers from your windowsill. Indeed, there are about 50 indoor plants on the list of poisonous plants. This is approximately 2% of their total!

Blacklisted houseplants can make you feel unwell

Plants dangerous for children

First of all, all mothers take care of their children. Therefore, first of all, let's talk about those indoor plants that can be harmful to babies. The danger increases due to their excessive mobility and curiosity. They strive to touch the new inhabitants of the house or taste them. Therefore, the choice of plants in a house where there are children should be approached especially carefully.

Decorative ferns in the design of the living room. Allergy sufferers should be careful with them

One of the types of ficuses. If you want to oxygenate the room day and night, then it is better to choose another plant for this.

Keep kids away from the seemingly innocent and beloved plant like lily of the valley because it contains cardiac glycosides. They harm the cardiovascular system, nervous system, gastrointestinal tract.

Innocent and delicate lilies of the valley will not harm adults, but they should be kept out of the reach of curious young children.

Oddly enough, such a seemingly useful plant as celandine also fell into the list of dangerous plants. This is because it contains milky juice. If it gets on the mucous membranes or even the skin of the child, it can provoke redness and burns. This is not the end of its negative impact. Celandine contains alkaloids.If they enter the gastrointestinal tract, the child may be poisoned.

Many people know about the danger of celandine. This herb contains alkaloids and can burn the skin with juice

In addition, you should get rid of those plants that have bright fruits. For example, aglaonema is especially dangerous. When it self-pollinates, small red berries may appear. Children may want to pick them up and taste them. However, they are extremely poisonous and can cause serious health damage.

Children need to be taught which plants are poisonous and why. In the future, this will only be useful to them, but now it will be able to protect them from poisoning.

Pink anthuriums are also somewhat dangerous for humans.

Other plants that are absolutely contraindicated for a nursery include the following:

• oleander;
• ehmeya;

Cute houseplant ehmeya

• monstera;
• dieffenbachia;
• alocasia;
• ficuses.

• cacti;

All of them have negative energy, and some are completely poisonous. Others, like ficuses, absorb oxygen intensively at night.

Advice! Considering that it is extremely important for a child to always receive a lot of oxygen for normal development, it is better to refuse ficus in the house.

A chic ficus tree in the interior of a country house for reasons of sanitary standards will be incomparably more appropriate

In addition to the danger to children, you should also think about the benefits of indoor plants. So, you need to opt for those colors that have positive energy, add oxygen to the room, purify the air. This is very important for a child.

Poisonous plants

Poisonous indoor plants are dangerous not only for children, but also for adults. Therefore, check your windowsills for the following types of plants:

• Alocasia. All parts of it are extremely poisonous.

Tropical plant alocasia - poisonous to humans

• Azalea (see photo). Its leaves contain toxic substances - glycoside and andromedotoxin. Other parts of the plant are also poisonous. Swallowing them is deadly.

Azalea bonsai. Unfortunately, it is toxic if it enters the digestive tract, so move it as far as possible from places where children can access

• Anthurium. The juice of this plant contains a strong poison.
• Clivia. It contains lycorin, which can provoke paralysis.

Bright red anthurium. Poisonous, keep it away from children and animals

Clivia juice, like a number of other flowers from the Amaryllidaceae family, contains the alkaloid licorine

• Croton. Has a poisonous milky juice.
• Monstera (photo). Its juice contains a strong poison.

Monstera looks very majestic. If at home it can harm children and pets, then there are no warnings in the office for its content.

Croton from the extensive Euphorbia family

• Oleander (see photo). It also contains poison. The sap of this plant can even cause loss of vision, and the scent of such beautiful flowers can cause dizziness. No wonder, according to a Greek legend, wives put this flower near the plates of their unfaithful husbands, hinting that next time it would be in their soup.

The smell of oleander can make you dizzy. Caution: the juice is dangerous for the eyes

• Poinsettia. Dangerous for its poisonous milky juice. So, if you cut off the poinsettia leaves, they will emit a poisonous white juice that can provoke burns.

Poinsettia, like celandine, is dangerous because of its juice

Many of these plants, in addition to being poisonous, are also highly allergenic.

Plants - allergens

Sadly, but a fairly large number of indoor plants, which are often found in many homes, are allergens during flowering.

Allergens, in addition to many of the plants listed above, include pelargonium, fern, cyclamen, rhododendron (aka azalea) and others. What kind of reaction do they evoke in a person? For example, aglaonema juice can strongly irritate the skin and mucous membranes.

Hanging gardens of pelargonium pots. This flower can provoke an allergic attack.

Fern is a strong allergen

Cyclamen during flowering can cause allergies

Dieffenbachia is able to decorate any windowsill thanks to its exquisite large leaves. However, it can cause tissue swelling if it enters the mouth. Why is this beautiful plant poisonous? Dieffenbachia can poison a child or pet if they swallow a leaf. In addition, you need to be careful when transplanting it or cutting off the leaves. In this case, you can burn yourself with its juice. The philodendron is just as dangerous.

Rearrange dieffenbachia higher if there are children and four-legged pets in the house

Croton and oleander are also strong allergens, and ficus does not take an honorable third place after them.

The danger of favorite and common plants

Of course, the greatest danger is fraught with wild or exotic plants, which hardly anyone would think of growing on their windowsill. However, you need to be careful even with such familiar compact plants as begonia, orchid, geranium and hydrangea. What is their danger?

Outdoor hanging orchid planters - harmless

The regal hydrangea is also on the list of plants for which warnings are needed.

A rare window sill now does without a beautifully blooming geranium. After all, this beautiful plant is unpretentious and does not need special care. In addition, it has a fairly long flowering period. However, geranium can lead to headaches or even severe asthma.

Geranium. One of the most common houseplants

Other indoor plants familiar to us are also dangerous. Growing orchids at home has become fashionable lately. However, they have a relatively strong pungent odor that can lead to insomnia or simply worsen mood, which is also unpleasant.

It is fraught with danger and such a plant loved by many flower growers as azalea. If its leaf enters the body, it can cause convulsions and intestinal colic.

There is some danger and beloved by all begonia. This seemingly harmless plant tends to emit volatile substances. They fight disease-causing microbes. Of course, this is a positive property of the plant. However, you need to work with it carefully. This is because begonia contains insoluble oxalic acid salts. They can cause severe burns and irritation of the mouth.

The favorite of gardeners begonia

White begonia is an inimitable decoration for any interior. And it also has antimicrobial properties due to phytoncides. This is her plus

You should also be wary of such beautiful flowers as lilies. At night, they intensively absorb oxygen and emit carbon dioxide. So don't be surprised if you wake up with a headache the next morning.

Advice! It is not recommended to keep lilies in the bedroom.

It is not advisable to place lilies in the bedroom.

Folk omens

There are many legends about which flowers cannot be kept at home. Since most avid flower growers are women, most of the popular beliefs boil down to the fact that, due to the wrong choice of plant, the husband can leave, change, sleep, die, etc. And who among us has not heard the "horror stories" about ivy? Which in no case should be kept at home, otherwise there is a high probability that your spouse will leave you. This mainly applies to climbing ivy (see photo). Its congener is contraindicated for an unmarried girl. If she dares to take up his cultivation, then there is a high probability of remaining an old maid.

There are many legends and beliefs about ivy

Despite popular beliefs, ivy purifies the air by reducing germs.

Thus, if you believe the signs, then ivy and marriage are completely incompatible things. And these beliefs arose, most likely, because ivy is considered an energy vampire.

If you can still believe in some omens, then there are completely strange beliefs. For example, there is a legend among the people that if they gave you a palm tree, then it is strictly forbidden to bring it into the house, as this can lead to misfortune. However, even with such a gift, you can find a way out of the situation. The palm tree can simply be rolled into the house on a bicycle.

A beautiful palm tree in a modern interior. There are strange and curious beliefs about her.

Trust but check

Despite the paradoxical nature of these popular beliefs, many signs are scientifically justified. For example, as described above, it is not recommended to keep a cactus at home because of its danger to children and some other properties. Folk omens also do not trust this thorny plant. It is believed that growing a cactus at home can lead to the husband becoming addicted to alcohol.

Cacti are dangerous for children and pets

Cacti in company with other succulents. In the living room, where there are no freely moving animals, as well as children - in general, they are practically not dangerous

Paradoxical omens relate to wealth and happiness. So, it is worth some kind of house plant to bloom, then expect trouble. And if it never blooms, then be poor for you.

Of course, most of these signs regarding indoor plants in modern people only cause a smile, but it is not for nothing that our ancestors were so attentive to the choice of plants. Therefore, you should not, of course, blindly believe in non-native wisdom. Better to check them with scientific facts. And if they do not recommend keeping this or that houseplant at home, then it is reasonable to heed such advice.

White orchid is great for decorating your home if you are not complaining about an overly sensitive sense of smell.

Some harmful plants can still be grown at home, while taking precautions. that's why they remain popular and loved

If your favorite indoor plants are on the "black list", and you do not want to throw them away, then read the rules for handling them and work with them only with gloves. But in order to be completely sure of your safety, it is better to refuse to grow such a plant at home altogether. After all, there are many more equally beautiful plants. And, of course, you need to avoid keeping poisonous flowers at home if you have children growing up.

Indoor flowers add colors to our life, create mood and home comfort. They can be of immense benefit to their owners. Therefore, you need to choose them correctly, since certain types not only enliven the room, but also improve well-being, warm in the cold and simply delight the eye.

Useful properties of home plants

Here are the main ones:

• In poorly ventilated rooms, carbon dioxide builds up. Flowers absorb it and oxygenate the air.

• Medicinal plant species treat cuts, burns, colds and other ailments.

• In winter, the air in the room becomes dry due to the operation of the heating system, which affects the condition of the skin and well-being. Flowers help humidify the air.

• Plants absorb electromagnetic radiation from household appliances and home appliances. It can affect a person's well-being, causing insomnia and headaches.

• We are surrounded by objects that can emit toxic substances. The city air contains a lot of dust, exhaust gases, heavy metals from the emissions of factories and enterprises. Plants purify the air, kill microbes with their phytoncides and absorb harmful impurities.

• Folk beliefs endow indoor flowers with the properties of bringing happiness, harmony, tranquility, etc. We have included in our review some plants that, according to signs, are useful for their owners.

Indoor plants: we choose for ourselves and loved ones

Aloe

This is a well-known home doctor. It will help with colds, inflammations, can stop bleeding and heal wounds. Its juice is used to treat throat, heartburn, gastritis, gum disease and other diseases. It is often used for cosmetic purposes.

Chlorophytum

It is also very useful to keep it in the house. It is a bushy plant with thin and bending leaves that have light stripes. It will help get rid of moldy fungi and pathogenic bacteria, cleanse the air of harmful substances present in it. Chlorophytum will bring peace and comfort to your home.

Peppermint

Great for growing in a pot on a windowsill. It improves appetite and stimulates the digestive process. Its leaves are good to use as a seasoning for various dishes and to brew tea with them.

Violet

Many favorite plant will perfectly fit into the interior of the kitchen and will not take up much space. The violet will purify and humidify the air from carbon monoxide gases. This flower is a symbol of peace and tranquility in family relationships. White flowers are believed to help relieve sadness, fatigue, and depression. Blue violets are suitable for creative people. They provide peace of mind, stimulate spiritual growth, and build character. Flowers of red and pink color cheer up and are able to protect their owner from diseases.

Ficus

It copes well with the task of collecting dust that settles on its leathery leaves. They are very easy to wash or wipe with a damp cloth. Ficus will saturate the room with oxygen, purify the air from unpleasant odors. It improves family relationships, soothes and relieves anxious thoughts.

Vines

A beautiful vine, for example, scindapsus, looks good in a hanging planter. It has green, heart-shaped leaves with yellowish specks. It is unpretentious and perfectly cleans the air. Scindapsus converts lazy energy into activity. It can be placed in the kitchen.

Wax ivy

It is a curly flower with hard oval leaves. Has white, pink or red umbrella inflorescences. The plant neutralizes negative energy in the house, protects the owner from troubles and cleans the air from microbes.

Geranium

Lush curly geranium has many medicinal properties. It scares away moths and evil spirits, relieves irritability, normalizes sleep and fights disease-causing bacteria. Her mere presence in the house attracts good luck and the fulfillment of desires. The scent of these flowers relaxes and relieves headaches. If the plant withers, then it is believed that one of the household members may get sick.

Fat woman

This plant can be squat or tall, with a thick trunk. It is often called the money tree. The fat woman has small dark green leaves that are located on the branches in a symmetrical manner. They look like small coins. Therefore, it is believed that the fat woman is able to attract material goods into the house.

Sansevieria (mother-in-law's language)

Quite tall plant with massive, elongated leaves. They are solid and dark green in color. They also have light stripes in the middle or white spots. The flower improves family relationships and brings harmony. Its leaves are antiseptic, which is why they are widely used in folk medicine. Sansevieria juice is used to heal wounds, and the plant is also capable of stopping blood.

Oxalis

This bushy plant is purple in color. Its leaves resemble a flock of butterflies. During flowering, small white umbrella flowers appear on it. Flower twigs can intertwine with each other.Oxalis leaves can be used in cooking, for example, added to salads. They taste like sorrel. The plant improves intuition, sharpens the senses. It can be held by those who wish to meet a soul mate and attract attention to themselves.

Cactus (echinopsis)

Has a slightly elongated spherical shape. Its ribbed body is covered with small needles. If you take good care of the cactus, it will bloom towards the end of spring. And every year a shaggy soft arrow will appear on it, from which a bud with a wonderful aroma will then open. It will bloom for up to 3 days. The cactus is placed near a TV or computer and in other places with hazardous radiation.

Citrus

All citrus fruits calm the nervous system and relieve stress. The tree can be grown from lemon or tangerine seeds. The leaves, just like the fruits, are capable of having a beneficial effect. Plants secrete essential oils that help calm, relieve stress and fatigue, and promote healthy and sound sleep.

Myrtle or eucalyptus

These plants are perfect for a bedroom. Their leaves secrete substances that make breathing easier and relieve bronchial spasms. It is very beneficial for people with asthma and respiratory diseases.

It is customary to give myrtle to newlyweds, as it is a symbol of long and happy family relationships. It must be carefully looked after so that the plant does not die and does not take its well-being with it.

Araucaria

Thanks to her, the room will be filled with the freshness of the coniferous forest. It is a miniature pyramidal tree with soft needles. The plant cleans the air perfectly.

Spathiphyllum

Many flowers, according to signs, bring harmony and love to the house. For example, spathiphyllum is a symbol of female happiness. He helps the girl in search of her soul mate and keeps the relationship of a married woman.

Aichrizon

This is a small 30-centimeter plant with heart-shaped leaves that will make its owner happy and bring her good luck in love.

Dwarf pomegranate

It is believed that its fruits can strengthen the marital relationship if the husband and wife try them together.

Anthurium

It is recommended to put red flowers in the bedroom. They bring harmony and mutual feelings into the life of a married couple. Anthurium has glossy dark green heart-shaped leaves. This flower is believed to bring good luck to its male owner. Anthurium is a symbol of courage, masculine strength, passion, striving for freedom and love.

Calla

It has long leaves and single folded flowers. She protects the house and generates joy and goodness, and also transforms negative energy into positive.

Camellia

Red camellia can help freshen up relationships. Its inflorescences are similar to peonies. The plant brings success in creativity and career.

Kalanchoe

It has small inflorescences of different colors. This is a real home doctor. The flower heals cuts, heals colds, regenerates the skin, relieves stomach ulcers and even varicose veins.

Cyclamen

Indoor plant with dark, matte leaves, which contain white blotches. Cyclamen inflorescences resemble butterflies, their shade can be different. Most often, one shade fades into another. Flowers have a strong energy. They help get rid of fears, depression, bad dreams.

Calathea

This is a flower with large oval leaves, on which a grooved pattern is applied. During flowering, small white or yellow flowers appear. The flower cleans the air well and absorbs negative energy. Signs suggest that calathea creates a peaceful atmosphere in the family.

Plant and grow plants and flowers at home, and the atmosphere around you will be filled with positive energy and pleasant aromas!

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