Myrtle ordinary omens. Healing properties of the myrtle tree

In ancient times, the myrtle was considered a very powerful amulet. That is why this plant is still considered one of the most suitable for home hearth in many countries other than Muslim. In our homeland, this flower is also treated with respect, and that’s why we’ll see it now. The topic of today's article is omens and superstitions about the myrtle tree.

Brides plant

Slavic peoples called the myrtle tree a plant of brides. It was believed that the girl who grew this flower on her own at home would be happy to be married. Especially a good sign - if the flower shortly before the wedding becomes especially lush, beautiful. There is a tradition - to give to guests present at the ceremony, along a sprig of myrtle - then the family union will be strong for many years.

Charm for a young family

Signs and superstitions about the myrtle often associate it with family happiness. If the mother-in-law gives a myrtle tree to the newlyweds immediately after the wedding, harmony, mutual understanding and well-being will reign in their home. However, young people may well buy this plant themselves: from this wonderful properties of the flower will not disappear - it will continue to prevent quarrels, conflicts, scandals.

Myrtle tree is also a symbol of loyalty, so it is always recommended to put monogamous people in the house who want to live with a single person for the rest of their lives.

Fresh air

Not only signs and superstitions about the myrtle in the house speak in favor of this plant, but also its natural qualities. For example, this flower has the strongest bactericidal properties, which means that the inhabitants of the house in such a neighborhood will be less sick. Scientists have proven that the myrtle tree alone can purify the air of a room by as much as 80 percent!

Baby sedative

Myrtle has a positive effect on young children, making them more calm, obedient. The plant also calms children's fears and reduces the level of anxiety in a child. If your child shows hyperactivity, misbehaves, constantly naughty - put a pot with this flower in the children's room, and very soon you will see positive changes.

Not only for children

There is an interesting omen or superstition about the flower of myrtle in a home where there are domestic animals. It is believed that this plant also has a positive effect on cats and small dogs: animals become more affectionate, begin to pay more attention to their owners, stop hooligans, spoil furniture.

Are there any bad omens?

In fact, among the signs and superstitions about the myrtle tree is not very good. For example, on the territory of Muslim countries, it is not customary to plant a plant in houses where there are children: it is believed that the presence of this flower blocks the opportunity to build a happy life for young girls and young men. This is a very strange belief, which contradicts the good attitude to the plant in other countries. And you should not plant a myrtle tree at work, in the office, or in your personal account, since it loses its positive properties in this case. Of course, there will be no harm from such a flower, but there is no benefit either.

Myrtle is a homemade plant of our grandmothers, symbolizing eternal youth, this flower symbolizes the wedding and has healing properties.

In ancient Greece, this flower was associated with the goddess Aphrodite, as a symbol of beauty and youth. At the end of the 16th century, myrtle wreaths appeared at wedding ceremonies for the first time in Germany, and later in England. In France, whole bushes brought to the wedding ceremony. This fashion very quickly began to gain momentum and is still a success. Now, not only the bride puts on myrtle as decoration, but cakes, tables, and ceremonial halls are decorated with this plant.

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Myrtle in Greek means "balm." Some cultivators still use it for the preparation of alcoholic beverages, in particular wine. Myrtle at one time belonged to the symbolic plants.

In Southern Europe, myrtle was considered an exclusively medicinal plant, often used as a spice for dishes at a time when people did not even suspect the existence of black pepper. In Greece and Ancient Rome, the sprigs of myrtle were served to beer and wine. At that time, women used the so-called “angel water” - a myrtle-based elixir to rejuvenate and restore lost attractiveness.

Houseplant Myrtle ordinary: description and photo

Myrtle is an evergreen shrub, reaching 5 meters in height. The origin of the myrtle originates in the Mediterranean region and includes about 3000 species. Some species grow in Australia, New Zealand, Polynesia and South America. In our country, the myrtle often grows on the balcony or in the apartment as a houseplant. Flower myrtle room ordinary: photo Grown at home myrtle reaches a height of only 0.5 meters. The leaves of the plant are lanceolate, shiny and dark green. They can be up to 4 cm long and 2 cm wide. The flowers of myrtle are tiny, but very fragrant due to the high content of essential oils that have a peculiar smell. Each flower has 5 leaves and many thin and long stamens. The fruits of flowers have a size of about 7−12 mm, black or blue-black in color and bitter in taste. The flower blooms all summer, from June to September.
  Flowers of the Myrtle tree: photo

How to care for myrtle ordinary at home

Flower Myrtle is very thermophilic. Being in a bright place without direct sunlight, the leaves of the myrtle will look healthy and shiny, but the plant will not bloom. In rich soil, myrtle can tolerate moderate frosts, but in our country frosts are usually stronger, so this can lead to irreparable damage to the plant or its death. If the plant is watered at night or left in a cold room, then there is a risk of fungal diseases.

The basic rules for growing myrtle at home:

• myrtle needs light soil;
• in the period of growth loves warm, sunny, dry habitats;
• needs protection from direct sunlight in the summer;
• the best place for myrtle is a window sill, balcony or terrace;
• the flower needs plenty of fresh air;
• winter is better tolerated in a cool, bright room at a temperature of 8−10 degrees;
• very sensitive to watering. Water for myrtle should be soft, ideally rainwater;
• watering should be generous, the root should not dry out, even though in nature the plant is accustomed to long-term droughts;
• watering in winter only so that the soil is not dry;
• during the period of growth to fertilize 1 time per week;
• in case of active growth the flower is transplanted into another pot. Replace the top layer of the substrate annually;
• the plant blooms better if it is not cut.

How to multiply myrtle at home

Myrtle breeds by cutting, preferably at the end of June. It is necessary to tear a twig from a plant so that at its end a particle of the old myrtle, the so-called heel, remains.
Reproduction of myrtle by cutting. Soak the end of the cutting with the heel in a gel growth stimulator and place it in a box, pot or vessel, using the soil mixed with coarse sand. You can close the container with glass or foil. Leave myrtle grow in a cool room, with a temperature of 16-20 degrees. In addition to watering, you must use a spray. In about a month, the cuttings should be rooted. Then remove the glass and move the plant to a lighter place.

It is also possible to propagate a flower with the help of seeds, but this is a longer process.
  Growing myrtle from seeds at home

The Romans considered the myrtle a symbol of innocence, loyalty, love and marriage. Therefore, in many countries, the bridal outfit was necessarily complemented by this flower. Its rich green color symbolizes the purity of nature, warm feelings for other people and the strength of their mutual affection. Wreaths of myrtle were very expensive, therefore, not everyone could afford it for a holiday, and often the myrtle was replaced with rosemary.
  Wedding bouquet with myrtle Newlyweds on the wedding day planted a myrtle bush at home, and according to beliefs, if the bush dries, then the newly-made family will not live happily, and if the flower blooms, then the young will be happy in marriage.

Until now, it is impossible to determine with certainty what kind of plant myrtle is. Some superstitions say that the plant brings love and devotion to the house, other superstitions say the opposite. If a myrtle grows in an unmarried woman’s house, she will never marry.

In southern Europe, a myrtle-recognized medicinal plant. The same flower is used for magical rites: love spells, cleaning the house from evil spirits.
  Myrtle Bonsai

Myrtle Pests

If the plant is grown in a dry environment, in small clay pots, then the flower is often attacked,. Aphids are usually removed with plain water and soap, while a spray is needed to control other pests.

Fungal diseases of the leaves are removed with a sponge and.

Also in winter, due to the low temperature of the myrtle, leaves may fall. You should not worry too much about this, as in the spring the flower will appear before you again in all its glory.
  It should be remembered that the gardener himself is the biggest pest for the myrtle, as improper care will quickly lead to a flower to death.

Myrtle: useful properties and contraindications

For medicinal purposes, the most commonly used leaves and fruits of myrtle. It secretes the essential oil myrtol, which is a great way to clear the airways.

• Myrtle Extract Tea  recommended to use when inflammation of the gums, mouth and cough.
• The plant is also used for gargle.
• Tincture of myrtlefound use in the treatment of root diseases and diseases of the urinary tract.
• This is a strong disinfectant. Leaves of myrtle heals scratches and wounds, tthey are sometimes used to treat   psoriasis.

Myrth wide common in cooking.  It is suitable for marinades used for barbecue. Dried and ground berries are often used to give the dishes a savory, unusual taste, have a sweet, interesting flavor that vaguely resembles juniper. Most often, a sprig of myrtle is added at the end of frying for meat, giving it a specific, characteristic taste.

Myrtle essential oil is also used in cosmetics, perfumes and oils  for aromatic lamps. It has antibacterial properties and is considered the elixir of youth.

There are no obvious contraindications to the cultivation and use of myrtle, but it is worth remembering that each person may be intolerant of a particular plant.

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Myrtle - a reminder of Eden. The southern evergreen woody plant myrtle has always been very popular, because according to legend, we inherited this shrub from Adam and Eve, who were allowed to take only one plant from Eden. For a long time they could not decide what to take with them, because there were a lot of amazing flowers and trees in the Garden of Eden. Tormented by doubts, Eve decided to ask for help from the bird, which for a long time pleased them with her wonderful singing. Bluebird responded to the request and, circling the Garden of Eden, sat on a branch of myrtle tree. Adam and Eve took with them a myrtle, which not only resembled the past holiness of man, but also the shore of their home.

The symbolic meaning of myrtle

At different times, the myrtle gave a special meaning. Most often this plant symbolized silence, peace, pleasure, love, glory and good deed (that is why in ancient times the myrtle wreath was indispensable at weddings). In antiquity, the myrtle was considered one of the attributes of Venus.

In ancient Greece, the myrtle was a symbol of power and high position in society. With myrtle branches in their hands, we met heroes and winners after military campaigns. In the Renaissance, evergreen shrub symbolized eternal love and conjugal loyalty. According to the Bible, a dove with a sprig of myrtle became the herald of salvation during the Flood.

In the 19th century, Queen Victoria made it a tradition to use myrtle wreaths and bouquets of lush white shrub flowers for royal weddings. This tradition is still honored in the British royal house, where each bride in the bouquet always has a sprig of myrtle, cut in the royal garden.

The magical properties of myrtle

Myrtle personifies fertility, purity, the beginning of a new life, rebirth, eternal love, youth, joy, glory and success. Thanks to this symbolism, this evergreen plant was endowed with many magical properties. It was considered popular to grow myrtle in the house, as it cleans the air well, kills diseases and negative energy. In addition, sprigs of myrtle help fight depression, fear, and anxiety.

In Greece, it is believed that if a person wants to stay young and full of energy for a long time, he must definitely pluck a small myrtle twig. Myrtle is indispensable in the gypsy magical rituals, which, thanks to this plant, bring the interlocutor to him and introduce him to a hypnotic state. It is also believed that three leaves of myrtle at the head of the bed will help to see the prophetic dreams.

Myrtle is often used as amulets. For example, in order to attract wealth, it is recommended to wear sprigs of a plant in a bag, but in order to achieve maximum success in life, you need to put the plant in the house (in the south-western direction) and put a golden object next to it. Beads and bracelets made of myrtle help strengthen love relationships, flowers and leaves (in a sachet) will make a married life happy, and a piece of wood will preserve youth.

Irreplaceable myrtle and in love magic, because even in ancient Rome, noticed that this plant acts stimulantly on humans. Still in Italy, girls take a bath to add male attention to themselves, adding essential oils of myrtle. It is believed that the myrtle protects the home and happiness, and in order for the children to appear in the family, it was advised to plant two myrtle trees that needed to be tied together with a ribbon.

People learned about the healing properties of myrtle in antiquity, and in the 16th century they made a skin lotion (known as “Angel Water”) from the leaves and flowers of this plant. In the past century, it was scientifically proven that myrtle has antibacterial properties and therefore essential oils extracted from the plant are widely used today in medicine, cosmetology, and perfumery.

Myrtle helps in the fight against various diseases of the respiratory system (there are also data on the use of drugs containing myrtle in the treatment of tuberculosis). Due to the bactericidal and immunostimulating action, the leaves of the plant (in a dry form and as a tincture) are rather effective in treating sinusitis, diphtheria, diseases of the throat, gastrointestinal tract, bladder, prostatitis. Myrtle is recommended for people with diseases of the cardiovascular and nervous system. Also, these plants are advised to those who have identified oncology.

Since myrtle has anti-inflammatory properties, it is an excellent tool in the fight against colds and viral diseases, it is good for allergic reactions. In addition, the myrtle copes with insomnia, depression and stress. As an external agent, the plant is used to combat various skin diseases (purulent wounds, shingles, acne) and to treat eye diseases (infusion is instilled).

Myrtle is an evergreen shrub with flowers that, by their beauty, are able to compete with a graceful orchid. This plant symbolizes purity and innocence, a happy marriage and undying love and has a high medical value.

According to the legend, the Lord allowed Adam to take with him from Paradise one plant that will remind him of the man’s former holiness and take care of the home hearth created by him and Eve.

Adam and Eve wandered around the garden for a long time, trying to find the same tree that would become their companion outside of Eden. But it was not easy to choose, since all the plants of paradise seemed beautiful in their own way. Then Eva turned for help to a little blue bird, which woke them every morning with wondrous singing. The bird heard the request of the woman and, making a circle over the Garden of Eden, sank on the branches of the myrtle tree. It was his Adam and Eve planted on the site of his new habitat.

Fountain of youth

In ancient times, the myrtle was dedicated to the Greek goddess Aphrodite and was a symbol of youth and beauty. In New Greece, this plant is considered sacred even now: no one passes by a myrtle bush without tearing at least a small sprig, if you want to preserve youthful vigor and freshness of forces until old age.

Myrtle serves as an excellent antidepressant, it relieves anxieties and fears. This property of the plant has long been noticed by gypsies. In order to win over a man, they give him a sprig of myrtle in his hands. With its help, they gradually introduce it to the state of hypnosis. In addition, Roma use myrtle twigs as an amulet to attract wealth, carrying them with them in a canvas bag.

Rod of Triumph

Myrtle - a kind of fame generator. If there are three trees in your house, and they all bloomed at the same time, then in the near future you will have great success.

This plant is able to bring its owner to his most desired goal, to raise to any height. If you are ambitious and have ambitious plans, then place a myrtle tree in the southwestern part of the apartment. Being there, the plant will multiply the flow of triumphal energy coming into your home. For more effect, place objects of gold color next to the tree. Tie thin bright yellow ribbons on the branches of the myrtle, but so as not to damage them. Under the plant pot, lay a golden cloth, and next to it, place small stones of unusual shape that you will find in nature. They must be an odd number. All these little rituals will awaken the myrtle's energy and make it work wonders.

Love magnet

The ancient Romans believed that the myrtle has a stimulating effect. The Romans took a bath with the flowers of this plant to preserve the beauty and become more attractive to men. This custom still exists — in Italy — girls add myrtle essence to baths for the same purpose.

Myrtle - the keeper of the hearth and a symbol of family happiness. To enhance the effect of the plant in this direction, plant it in the bedroom, in the corner opposite the head of the bed, and surround it with pink and white objects. A miniature fountain installed under the branches of the myrtle will bring tenderness and romance into your relationship. And standing next to two trees, connected by one ribbon (pink or blue), will contribute to childbirth.

If you are alone, then a guest from Eden will help you to find a long-awaited happiness in love. To do this, place the plant pot in the eastern part of the apartment, and next to it, install an additional light source: a night light, a color projector, or any other device. A statuette personifying a couple in love, for example, two pigeons or two angels, will also bring closer the meeting with the second half.

According to folk beliefs, in order to secure the love of the relatives of the future husband, during matchmaking, the girl should decorate her hair with myrtle flowers. It was also believed that if a young man wants to achieve reciprocity of a girl, he needs to weave a wreath of the twigs of this plant and put it on the head of the chosen one - then she cannot refuse him.

The ancient Greeks noticed another surprising property behind myrtle - to present man with prophetic dreams. To see such a dream, they laid three myrtle leaves at the head of the bed.

How to care for a paradise tree?

Myrtle loves high humidity and warmth, so it must be sprayed frequently. Watering should be regular, but not abundant. Use for this softened, settled water.

The plant likes bright light, but direct sunlight should be a bit. It is necessary to protect a tree from the hot afternoon sun by hiding it in a cooler place.

The plant is very fond of fresh air, so in the early morning you should take it out to the balcony or to the courtyard.

Replant and trim the myrtle should be in early spring. In winter, the plant needs rest; therefore, it is better to reduce watering at this time of the year, but make sure that the soil in the pot does not dry out.