Our ancestors endowed begonia with magical properties. It was believed that it could ease the intensity of emotions and prevent the development of depression. Wherein the flower promises material well-being, mutual love and a sea of happiness.
It is noticed that:
- If the plant withers, then the situation in the house will deteriorate.
- If the flowers on the plant begin to turn pale, expect bad news.
- The bush withers for no apparent reason - diseases will come to your home.
Some types of begonia have their own character.
Popular beliefs
For women
There is some contradiction here. On the one hand, begonia helps to find a soul mate, but on the other hand, it can harm new relationships.
According to signs and superstitions, unmarried girls should not have a begonia . In this case, the flower may not play a very positive role, weakening love and making feelings even and calm. At an early stage of dating, this is not the best option for developing a relationship. But for mature couples, begonia will be an assistant and will help to reveal the entire spectrum of relationships in addition to youthful passion.
By plant type
Tiger
An excellent option for those who want to put an end to their past and finally start a new life. The flower will also be useful for the sick, especially if you place it close to the bed.
Begonia will help single people meet their soulmate, and the bush will help married couples resolve all conflicts.
The green friend will be very useful for students. The flower does not require much attention, but will help assimilate new information and also relieve nightmares.
Coral
It promises only prosperity. Just like the brindle, this species helps single people get a mate. The plant also sets family relationships in a positive mood.
If you believe the signs, the abundant flowering of coral begonia prophesies a white streak in life . The beauty also protects the house and its inhabitants from the evil eye.
Begonia is very useful for people with weakened energy. Helps the birth of new ideas, therefore it is recommended for cultivation by representatives of creative professions.
Royal
Associated with a happy life. The delicate aroma of royal begonia flowers attracts prosperity into the home and exudes a lot of positive energy.
Folk omens advise entrepreneurs to keep this begonia in their homes. The flower will give businessmen the ability to make the right decisions.
Healing properties
The plant is used in folk medicine:
- tubers - as an anesthetic and antispasmodic;
- infusion of flowers - for healing ulcers, burns, traumatic skin injuries;
- crushed leaves are applied to sore nipples;
- Begonia picta juice is taken orally to relieve headaches, treat stomach or duodenal ulcers;
- Freshly squeezed or crushed flowers and leaves of Begonia semperflorens draw pus from wounds and abscesses.
Benefit
Bactericidal action. Purifies the air from pathogenic bacteria, as well as dust and toxic substances.- The phytoncides secreted by begonia destroy infections. Substances synthesized by the plant kill most fungi and microorganisms.
- The juice of the plant has an antihistamine, antiseptic and analgesic effect, and also improves blood circulation and reduces high blood pressure.
- Preparations prepared from begonia are used in medicine: to treat wounds, sprains, bruises and other injuries, as well as stomach ulcers and pulmonary diseases.
- It is a powerful generator of positive energy. Absorbs and transforms negative currents, giving back a positive charge.
- Like a cactus, it reduces the negative impact of electromagnetic radiation from household appliances.
- The aroma of royal begonia promotes relaxation and plunges the human body into a deep, healthy sleep.
- According to bioenergeticists, this plant has a beneficial effect on family relationships, develops logic and intuition, and increases performance.
Is it possible to keep begonia at home?
Indoor plants purify, humidify the air, and improve the microclimate. All types and varieties of begonias cope well with volatile chemical compounds released by:
- household chemicals;
- furniture;
- finishing or building materials.
The biologically active substances produced by begonia - phytoncides - suppress development and kill pathogens.
One look at a flowering bush or large beautiful leaves improves your mood. Caring for plants is light physical labor, which city dwellers so lack.
From an esoteric point of view, it is possible and necessary to keep begonia at home. This flower has positive energy, the signs associated with it are mostly good.
Harm
Ever-blooming varieties and their hybrids are poisonous . Therefore, before preparing medicinal tinctures, you need to make sure that a safe type of raw material is chosen. It is also necessary to follow the dosage to avoid poisoning.
Begonia juice, if it comes into contact with the mucous membrane of the mouth or larynx, can cause a burn. Therefore, access to the flower for children and animals should be limited.
Preparations based on begonia are contraindicated for children and pregnant and lactating women.
Remember: even a small leaf eaten can cause nausea, vomiting and poisoning.
Unfavorable omens
Begonia, like a litmus test, reacts to climate change in the family. By its appearance it is immediately noticeable if difficulties arise in the house or with one of the family members.
- When the leaves of a plant begin to dry out, it means that some troubles lie ahead.
- The petals lose their brightness and become transparently pale - unfortunately.
- Despite caring for the tropical beauty, she withers and weakens - a bad sign. Indicates financial problems or illness of a loved one.
- The flower rots for no reason if the family or one of the household members has been damaged or jinxed.
With its death, begonia protects the home, family, taking on bad energy from the evil eye, slander or damage. This is the kind of magical power our ancestors endowed with indoor begonia.
Feng Shui meaning
In the eastern teachings of Feng Shui, begonia is recommended to be grown by the elderly and people with weak energy potential . After all, this plant activates and provokes its owner to lead an active lifestyle.
Feng Shui masters recommend planting this plant in offices, where it will help you concentrate and feel clarity of thought.
It is also recommended to place a flower pot in a room where family quarrels or work conflicts often break out. When the flower restores the world, you can return it to its place.
How a flower reports troubles
If a plant receives normal care, but gets sick and withers, this portends future troubles. Withering promises a deterioration in the family situation, conflicts, and quarrels. The family will probably become envious.
Bad omens:
- the bush withers for no reason - it has absorbed too much negative energy, there are often evil, bad people in the house;
- sharp withering, drying out - portends a disease;
- faded color - bad news;
- a weak, sick flower - a sign speaks of seriously minded ill-wishers.
It is better to throw away dried shrubs. You can no longer care for such a plant, otherwise it will take away vital energy.
Where to put the pot?
The plant is light-loving and the best place for it is a windowsill with windows facing west or east. Begonia does not tolerate cold and drafts; it is better to place the plant on a special flower stand.
- If begonia blooms with red flowers , we recommend placing it in the matrimonial bedroom. This will allow you to improve your personal life and enjoy the harmony of intersexual relationships.
- a plant with pink flowers in the kitchen - this will help get rid of domestic quarrels.
- A white begonia in the living room will guarantee peace and respect in the family.
There is another remarkable property of begonia. If resentment and difficult feelings have accumulated in your soul, you can entrust them to begonias. It will relieve tension and soon you will feel clarity of thought. In this state, it will be easier to dispassionately think about your problems and make an informed decision.
Superstitions for money
The flower was considered to have the ability to attract money, prosperity, and prosperity. Moreover, the plant was grown in a green pot, and before planting, a little rice was thrown into the bottom of the bowl. It was believed that this enhanced the properties of the flower.
There are signs associated with the flowering of the plant:
- Lush flowering promises financial profit.
- A flowering bush influences the development of commercial thinking.
- The plant helps to attract new profitable partners for business development.
To ensure success in business, the flower must be kept not only at home, but also in the office, on the table, next to the computer. Then the family will be in order at work and at home with money.
Ritual to get rich quick
If you are tired of living from paycheck to paycheck, counting every penny, perform a ritual to attract quick money:
- Buy a small begonia and plant it in a new pot.
- Immediately hang a gold ring on one of the branches, saying: “I give you gold, I expect you a hundredfold in silver and gold, so that I can live richly.” The flower is growing, and my income is growing. The flower is growing quickly, and the money will come to me soon. Amen!"
- Provide the perennial with proper care and wait for the results.
Many people tried the ritual, and each of them received sudden profits. Someone received a profitable order, which was paid at triple the rate, someone became the owner of a lucky lottery ticket. Try it, maybe your luck is just around the corner.
Reproduction methods
Is it possible to keep a ficus at home - is it good or bad?
The described plants are bred in several ways:
- cuttings;
- seeds;
- dividing bushes or rhizomes.
Cuttings
The plant is divided into cuttings using the following technology:
- Using a sharp knife, cut cuttings (10 cm) from the roots, leaving 2–3 buds on each. Excess sheets are removed, too large ones are divided in half.
- The cuts from each cutting are allowed to dry a little, after which they are treated with a rooting agent (for example, “Kornevin”).
- The blanks are rooted in vermiculite or a sand-peat mixture, and a transparent cap in the form of a greenhouse is placed on top.
- The cuttings are kept in a warm place, in the light, and given regular watering.
- After 2 weeks, watering is combined with fertilizer.
- Within a month, the cuttings take root, and then the caps are removed from them and they are provided with abundant watering.
Seminal
Technology for propagating begonias by seeds:
- Planting material is sown in February in a prepared container for planting. Use a soil mixture consisting of peat, sand and leaf soil.
- Glass is placed on top of the container with seeds, after which it is placed in a warm room.
- The seeds are watered by drip method.
- After a week, sprouts appear, which are gradually hardened in the environment, briefly removing the glass.
- After two weeks, all the sprouts are planted in separate cups.
- After 3–4 weeks, each seedling is transplanted into a separate pot.
Dividing a bush or rhizomes
Fista is propagated by dividing bushes or roots in the following way:
- In the first days of spring, the flowers are removed from the pots, and the bushes or their root system are carefully divided into separate parts with a sharp knife.
- Remove old shoots and flowers, as well as large leaves.
- Each division must have at least one bud.
- Each cut is treated with wood ash.
- All divisions are planted in the prepared soil mixture and watered well.
- Place flowerpots with young plants in a well-lit room with a temperature of +20 °C.
Features of flowering
Coral begonia usually blooms in spring, but sometimes flowering can occur at other times of the year. It's all about maintaining an acceptable temperature for the plant.
The buds are formed from fused petals, colored in different shades of red. That’s why the inflorescences look like berry bunches. Coral begonia is valued precisely for the delicate, refined aroma of its flower stalks.
It is curious that the flowers not only smell pleasant, but are also quite edible, having a slightly sour taste.
The plant sometimes does not produce flower stalks for a long time. The whole point is usually a deficiency of nutrients or damage by pests and diseases.
Brief description and types
Begonia is a whole genus of plants in the Begoniaceae family, which includes more than 1000 species. The distribution area of begonia in nature is South America, Africa, India. This plant species was discovered at the end of the 17th century by the French botanist Charles Plumier in the West Indies. He gave the plant its name in honor of his companion Michel Begon.
A large number of species of this plant for use in floriculture can be divided into two main groups:
- Deciduous and decorative specimens have beautiful, irregularly shaped leaves of a wide variety of colors.
- Beautifully flowering varieties, densely dotted during flowering with complex rose-like or simple flowers of yellow, white, pink and red.
It is impossible to describe this flower because begonias are so diverse that each species requires an individual description.
Care
In order for the plant to bring us good luck, we will provide it with proper care:
The optimal temperature for a flower is 20-22 degrees, in winter 15-17 degrees.- Begonia loves good lighting, but the scorching summer sun can harm it, so it is better to place it next to a window at this time, rather than on the windowsill.
- The plant loves moist air, but you should not spray the leaves. This may damage them. It is better to place a tray with water under the pot.
- Watering is required abundantly, but it is also not worth flooding. A tray with water will be the best option here too. In winter, watering is needed more moderate. You will learn how and what to water the plant in this article.
- The flower needs to be replanted every year. You can take special soil for begonias, or mix peat, leaf humus, sand and turf soil in a ratio of 1:1:1:2.
- All profusely flowering plants need fertilizing, so from the onset of spring until autumn you need to apply mineral fertilizers. This should be done once every 10-14 days. Deciduous and decorative specimens also need feeding, but not so often, once a month is enough.
- In winter, begonias require rest. Watering is reduced, all feeding is stopped and the flower is placed in a cooler place with moderate lighting. Such measures will be the key to good flowering next year. Read more about winter care here.
Compatibility with Zodiac signs
Astrologers attribute the flower to the fire element. In their opinion, the plant is ideal for Sagittarius and Leo. It will make these people more reasonable, attentive, and tolerant.
Capricorns, Gemini and Libra will be able to overcome difficult life stages thanks to the tropical bush. The plant is not energetically suitable for representatives of the signs Pisces, Cancer and Scorpio; it is better for them not to keep it at home.
Is it worth growing in an apartment?
Can I keep it at home? You can keep any flowers in your house that you and your family like. You shouldn’t blame this little flower for your successes and failures. You may believe that your beautiful begonia brings you good luck and even consider it a talisman. However, you should not expect that while the hostess is lying on the sofa, the begonia will bring a bag of money and a prince in love to her doorstep.
Important! We are responsible for our pets. For their condition and life. And begonia will definitely reward you with clean air and beautiful flowers.
Frankly, I also suffer from superstition, and I believe that a person who takes responsibility for his life only on himself is a sure sign that the plants in his house will be well-groomed and healthy.
Get begonias if you like them, take care of them, achieve success in life and believe in your strength, and not in the signs invented by someone!
