Before acquiring a new flower, you should find and study information about it. Some plants are not recommended to be placed in rooms. These include monstera. Another name is philodendron. Flower lovers often argue about the monstera plant: why you can’t keep it at home and is it really dangerous for a person. Around him there are many myths and superstitions that can alert and scare away even an experienced florist. Is there any truth in these myths will be considered in the article.
What brings a monster to the house
The plant is a large tropical evergreen vine with large carved, delicate leaves. The name of the flower in translation means "bizarre." For many, the philodendron is associated with a monster with huge leaves that look like hands and a frightening silhouette. A particularly susceptible plant will scare with its appearance at night.
Monstera in the interior
For your information! Philodendron is harmless to humans. Harmful only to children or animals who are willing to taste the leaves. All myths, superstitions do not have any supporting evidence of harm to the philodendron.
Plant care is simple: regular, plentiful watering, spraying or wiping the leaves with a damp cloth. There are tools to give glossy shine to the leaves, but they should not be used. With proper care, the monstera will please you with shiny and green leaves.
The plant belongs to lianas, therefore, in order for the trunk to grow vertically, it must be tied up. He does not like rearrangement of the pot from one place to another. It is undesirable to place a flower in direct sunlight, it is better to place it in partial shade.
The young monstera needs an annual transplant, and after reaching five years, it is transplanted every two to three years. Monstera at home with proper care and under normal conditions is able to grow up to several meters in length. Trimming the tip stimulates the formation of new lateral shoots.
Note! In order for the plant to receive nutrients from the earth, each year the topsoil is updated. Or fertilizing containing organic substances is regularly introduced.
An old plant can form many aerial roots. Trim, delete them should not be, they are important for the further life of the philodendron. Pruning the roots will cause the leaves to grow small and not carved. They can be tied with moss or sent to the ground. Liana also needs support. As a backup, a tube or stick with coconut fiber is suitable.
Monster Backup
Propagation of philodendron at home is done by layering, leaves and cuttings.
Folk omens, magical properties, superstition
Many flower growing lovers associate the plant with the word "monster" and are afraid to put it in their home. There is a superstition that the philodendron, feeling negative, absorbs it and releases positive energy. And, on the contrary, in a prosperous environment will highlight the negative.
Note! In fact, the monstera absorbs only negative energy, just like most indoor flowers.
What other signs associated with the flower exist:
- the plant repels men. The sign is that it interferes with the girl who wants to marry, find a husband, and in an already established family, the impact brings disagreement in the relationship, provokes a quick cooling of the spouses' feelings for each other;
- sucks energy from people, animals. Monstera can really absorb negative vibes, which is why it is placed near electrical appliances.
Useful properties of a flower
Monstera has the following properties useful to humans:
- enriches air with ions, ozone, oxygen;
- moisturizes, purifies the air of carbon dioxide;
- absorbs harmful substances. Large leaves are able to effectively absorb formaldehydes contained in plastic, building materials;
- foresees the weather. If droplets of moisture have formed on the leaves, it will rain;
- inhibits and prevents the appearance of viruses, fungi and other harmful microorganisms;
- absorbs dust;
- absorbs electromagnetic waves, so you can put it near the refrigerator, microwave and other appliances;
- decorates the interior. Due to the size, trunk, large dissected and perforated green leaves, the plant will decorate large rooms in the house with its original appearance;
- promotes proper mental activity, strengthens the nervous system, increases intellectual abilities.
Here is the answer to the question of whether it is possible to keep a monster flower at home.
Note! During the flowering period, its beneficial properties increase several times.
In the nature of the humid climate of the tropics, it often blooms and bears fruit, but it is considered impossible to achieve this in a house.
Bloom
Monstera (flower): human impact
Does Monstera influence a person- a question that arises for gardeners before buying. The plant is considered an energy vampire, which absorbs the good energy of the owners and can negatively affect the aura in the house. In fact, the monstera will bring only benefit and joy to the house.
Flower related human myths
Each flower has its own story, legends associated with it. There is a myth that travelers in tropical forests saw how the plant fed on human flesh, after strangling people with its long roots. In fact, the roots could have been woven around long-dead bodies and skeletons.
Philodendron roots
Note! Many people are afraid to sleep in a room with a monster, knowing about its ability to absorb large amounts of oxygen. The flower will suck out all the oxygen, and a person in the morning can not wake up. Philodendron only absorbs harmful impurities in the air and releases even more pure oxygen.
It is also considered a myth that the plant releases negative energy, which leads to problems in family and personal relationships, careers, failures, etc. It is better not to start a monstrous flower growers, since they will blame them on the occurrence of all their problems. The plant will feel a negative attitude towards itself and will not be able to exist in such conditions.
Beliefs about the flower of other nations
According to Feng Shui, the ancient Chinese science of the flow of energy, a flower helps to achieve calm, peace, harmony. His master will help achieve success at work and career growth. Chinese teaching claims that the plant combines the masculine principle of Yang and the feminine principle of Yin, which reduces the flow of erotic energy. Therefore, the monstera is not placed in the bedroom of a married couple.
Among the peoples of Southeast Asia, the plant is a symbol of happiness, health, longevity, good luck, prosperity. Monstera in the house is specially standing at the bed of a sick person. They also put the pot at the entrance to the house, it is considered the guardian of the hearth, which does not allow negative energy into the house.
For your information! In Australia and India, questions about whether a plant is poisonous disappear. In these countries, it is eaten with great pleasure and even specially grown for human consumption. The fruit of the flower is considered a particularly delicious dish.
Is Monstera Poisonous
Monstera is not a poisonous flower. It will not cause significant harm to humans, if not in contact with the juice secreted by it.
Important! The juice contains irritating active substances that, when ingested, can cause gastric bleeding. The pot should be kept out of the reach of children. It also poses a danger to animals who like to chew on leaves.
The only problem of philodendron for humans is the presence of microscopic, thin needle formations that are located on the leaves. What is dangerous monstera in contact with skin? Contact with mucous membranes, the skin will cause a slight burning sensation, redness, but such symptoms quickly disappear. After such manipulations as transplanting, trimming, it is worth washing your hands thoroughly with soap. Or carry out all the procedures, putting on gloves first. These rules apply to all colors.
In the office
Is it true that monstera is a poisonous plant
Particularly sensitive people may experience an allergic reaction to the plant. By its symptoms, the reaction is similar to an allergy to dust, pollen, and animals. Itching, red spots, sore throat, nasal congestion may appear on the skin. Antihistamines can help get rid of an allergic reaction, and any nasal drops can help get rid of nasal congestion.
Monstera has more positive qualities than negative. It does not carry danger if you do not eat leaves purposefully. Before buying, you should study the information about the monstera plant: why you can not put it at home. Caring for it is not difficult, therefore, if the size of the philodendron and its leaves, as well as the superstition around it, are not scared, it is worth discarding all prejudices and acquiring. She will decorate the interior of large rooms in the apartment, as well as office premises.
