Orchid in the house: signs, superstitions and rules for year-round flowering

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The orchid is a favorite and most beautiful flower for many. The first mention of it appeared in the 7th century BC, but some experts studying plants claim that humanity became acquainted with the orchid much earlier. This is one of the oldest flowers, which has long been a symbol of harmony, purity, purity and perfection.

Even our ancestors considered the orchid to be the chosen flower,

it was given to loved ones, showing the purity of thoughts and expressing their respect. There are many superstitions about the orchid, some of which tell about the difficulties of artificial propagation of the flower, and some about the personal experience of our ancestors.

Orchid in the house: bad omens

There are many signs that give these beautiful flowers the properties of an energy vampire, which do not need to be kept in the house. They say that plants are energy vampires that drain energy from people living under the same roof with them. The teaching of Feng Shui does not argue with this sign, which treats most plants in the house better than others and only encourages the presence of flowers in a person’s life.

What does the flower symbolize?

Since ancient times, the orchid has been valued and held in high esteem. Different peoples gave it different meanings. For some peoples, the orchid was a symbol of love, beauty and charm, for others it meant wealth and sophistication.
For the ancient Greeks, this flower was a symbol of masculinity. In addition, they believed that eating orchid tubers could correct the sex of an unborn child.

It was believed that if before conception a man ate the large roots of this plant, then his wife was more likely to bring him a son. But if a woman ate small onions, then there is a high probability that a girl will be born.

The Aztecs prepared an elixir from the orchid, which, in their opinion, had magical properties and strengthened strength and spirit. The Victorians considered it a sign of luxury and refined taste. In China, this flower is a symbol of harmony, elegance and fertility. In Vietnam, the plant is considered a symbol of spring, as it blooms on New Year's Eve.

Thanks to the special shape and symmetry of the flower, the orchid is considered a symbol of perfection. In ancient China, she was called "Lan Hua" and was considered the embodiment of human perfection, bearing many children.

During the reign of Queen Victoria in England, orchid flowers were compared to female beauty. In this era, dresses were even sewn in the image of flowers, emphasizing its elegance and perfect beauty.

In ancient times, orchid flowers were difficult to obtain; they were very rare, as they grew only in the tropics. For this reason, they were considered a symbol of luxury, wealth and status. Only wealthy and noble families could afford them. The Japanese also associated the orchid with wealth and family prosperity.

According to one legend, unfaithful men gave orchids to their wives. These flowers blinded their wives with their beauty and lulled their vigilance so much that everything around them ceased to interest them. And even when the wives found out about their husbands’ infidelities, they forgave, because the plants whispered words of forgiveness and love to them. But this only worked when the man himself took care of the flower and protected it.

The condition of the orchid corresponded to the degree of care for the spouse. The number of flowers and their size spoke of how much the husband loved his wife. If the plant was sick, did not bloom and died, this meant that the marriage was breaking up and harmony in the family was broken.

There is another legend about the origin of this beautiful plant. According to legend, the first orchid was created by the goddess of love Venus . She was in love with the god Adonis. One day, returning from hunting, they were caught in a severe thunderstorm and took refuge in a cave.

There they made passionate love, and one of Venus’s shoes fell off. He immediately turned into a beautiful flower. Therefore, one of the most popular varieties is called “Venus’s slipper”. The tribes of New Zealand also have a legend associated with the orchid. Before people appeared on the planet, when it was inhabited only by spirits, the sun melted the snow from the tops of the snow-capped mountains.

Streams of water evaporated and turned into thick clouds.
But the sun wanted to look at the beauty of the earth, so it tried to pierce these clouds. This led to rain and rainbows afterwards. When the spirits saw a beautiful rainbow, they sat on it like on a bridge. But the rainbow could not stand it and split into many pieces. And these pieces turned into orchids. In European countries, the flower was considered a symbol of love .
It was used as a key ingredient in the preparation of love elixirs and potions. It was believed that the rarer the flower, the stronger and deeper the sympathy and affection. All orchids symbolize love, beauty and elegance. However, depending on the color, the meaning of the flower may change. For example, blue or light blue symbolizes spirituality and contemplation. A red flower means passion, strength, courage. Pink is a symbol of femininity, innocence, admiration.

White orchid means purity, innocence, reverence. Purple is the flower of admiration, dignity and respect. Green brings good luck and happiness to the home. Yellow is a symbol of friendship and new beginnings. When choosing an orchid or a bouquet with this beautiful flower as a gift, you should take into account the meanings of the different shades and choose one that matches the occasion and status of the person receiving the gift.

In addition, the orchid is a symbol of some countries and appears on the floral emblems of Indonesia, Singapore, Brazil and others. In some religious movements, this flower is used to make offerings to deities, decorate temples and halls, sacred statues and other attributes.

The orchid is the patron flower of the sign of Aquarius, and for people born under this sign, it personifies loyalty and fortitude.

Orchid in the house: good omens

We have already said above that, according to the teachings of Feng Shui, you can grow orchids in your home if you take certain precautions. In this case, you will be able to avoid their negative influence, and they will be able to become a real talisman for any representative of the fair sex, helping to engage in creativity and develop talents.

But in order for the orchid to treat you well, care for it correctly, protect it from diseases and do not allow the plant to wither. A flower has the power to prolong a woman’s youth, her health and good mood; it enhances all feminine qualities and bestows attractiveness.

An orchid will drive negative energy out of your home and attract positivity. In this case, it is worth paying attention to the color of the plant, because different colors have their own effect. Among other things, this plant will be your protector, will save you from a guest who is planning evil, and will drive him away, causing you to feel unwell.

The secret and obvious enemies of the orchid owner face headaches, various disorders and anxiety conditions.

What countries are they a symbol of and what is it connected with?

For its resilience and adaptability to various living conditions, the orchid has become a symbol of states :

In 1981, the hybrid Vanda Miss Joachim appeared, becoming a symbol of the rapidly developing Singapore. The orchid blooms almost all year round and is very resilient. So are Singaporeans, who are able to withstand difficult situations and always strive for development and technological progress.
Skinner's Cattleya has become the national flower of not only Costa Rica, but also Venezuela. It grows not only in natural conditions, but has adapted to both indoor and garden conditions. Its bright, crimson petals are associated with the spring holiday of Easter.
Guatemala also chose an orchid that suited its aspirations. This is Skinner's lycaste or "white nun". It can be seen on the national currency.
Reference. Lycasta is considered a national treasure; export outside the country is legally punishable in order to protect the flower from destruction.
There is a beautiful legend about this orchid. By royal order, the young man Juan went in search of a white orchid. But no matter how long I searched, I couldn’t find it.
In one village he saw her on the cross of a church. The young man turned to the priest with a request to help him. But he refused, explaining that this was a victim of the population during a terrible drought. When the villagers began to grumble about the lack of water, the priest promised them rain in exchange for their most valuable possession. And they gave away a beautiful flower. A heavy downpour immediately began, destroying the color of the orchid.
Panama chose high peristeria for itself. Otherwise known as the dove orchid. The flower is very rare. He is credited with peace-making qualities and is called a symbol of peace.
A huge number of flower varieties have been discovered in Colombia - more than 3,500. Cattleya Triana is named after the Colombian biologist Jose Jeronimo Triana, and since 1936 it has been recognized as a symbol of the country.

For orchid bloom

1. Find out the age of the plant

If you have purchased a plant that is not blooming, and it is not even going to shoot flowers, it is probably very young. Orchids of different types begin to bloom at the age of 1.5 - 3 years.

To understand that a flower is old enough, count the number of shoots. An adult plant that is ready to flower has 5 to 8 shoots. If an orchid begins to bloom earlier, then you should not always be happy about it. The thing is that after flowering, a young plant may need more energy to recover than it has. Because of this, the orchid may die.

2. Find a permanent place for the flower

Many orchid lovers know that moving a plant is very stressful. The flower has a hard time surviving even the smallest movements. The plant is very sensitive to light. Therefore, if there is a need to rearrange the orchid, place it on the same side of the light source where it was in its previous place.

Esoterics and plant energy

Many beginners are interested in whether the orchid has healing properties? The orchid is considered to have the healing energy of nature. She is capable of :

Bring harmony into a person’s disturbed energy;
Get your thoughts in order.
The flower gives new vitality.

The orchid has strong energy.

Orchids during dormancy

After flowering, the plant begins a dormant period, during which the orchid accumulates strength for the next flowering. During this period, stick to your usual care methods. Maintain the same watering, monitor humidity, amount of light, and also carry out regular prevention against pests and diseases.

One important change: during the dormant period, the frequency and volume of fertilizing should be slightly reduced. If you need to replant a plant, then it makes sense to do it during the dormant period, preferably immediately after the orchid has bloomed.

Cut orchids

The bouquet of orchids is beautiful. But, unfortunately, flowers do not live long, and not every type of plant is suitable for cutting. Let's figure out which orchids are suitable for bouquets, and what we can do to extend the life of such a bouquet.

Orchids suitable for standing in a vase and maintaining freshness for a long time are Cymbidiums, Phalaenopsis and Paphioopedilum. These orchids will last for several weeks and sometimes even a month. Cut orchids of other species will not last even one hour, withering right before our eyes.

If you purchase cut orchids, pay attention first to the sepals and petals. They should be very hard and shiny, as if they were covered with wax. This flower will last a long time.

Symbolism of colors

Considering the meaning of an orchid flower, it is worth noting that each shade can symbolize something different.

Blue, blue - uniqueness and originality, since this flower is very rare (given to parents, chosen ones).

Red – passion, fire (given to loved ones).

Motley - passion (unspoken meaning - a man offers a serious relationship).

Green – happiness, good luck.

Orange – courage, enthusiasm (suitable for any event).

Yellow – positive (suitable for colleagues, friends).

How to extend the life of a bouquet of orchids

When you bring the bouquet home, be sure to update the cut by trimming the stems diagonally. Carry out the procedure under running water, and update the sections every 2-3 days. The water in which the cut orchids will stand must be clean and softened; you can use boiled or filtered.

Don't forget to change the water to fresh one. Cut orchids, like potted orchids, are very sensitive to temperatures that are too low or too high. Protect them from bright sun and drafts.