Houseplants can be divided into several types: some are used to decorate a room, while others are grown to use their medicinal properties. It is to the second type of plant can be attributed Kalanchoe, which is found in many houses and apartments. That's just before decorating your window sill of Kalanchoe, you should carefully get acquainted with the signs relating to this plant, and only after that make a decision about whether he has a place in your house.

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According to the signs, a plant with healing properties will never harm a person. On the contrary, such a plant will only protect health and help restore the vital energy spent during the day. Also, together with Kalanchoe, peace and tranquility will come to the house, because according to the signs, in a house where there is this plant, less quarrel.

It is very bad if the plant suddenly begins to disappear for no apparent reason. This may mean that the family has been corrupted, which the flower is trying to absorb. In this case, you need to get rid of the dead plants and plant a new one as soon as possible. It is very bad if an adult flower has never bloomed. This suggests insincerity in the family.

Kalanchoe is universal. It has healing properties and is used in traditional medicine; many loved him for exotic flowers and beautiful leaves. Kalanchoe has such a variety of forms that the uninitiated person will be surprised to learn about their belonging to a single species.

Feng Shui Houseplants

According to ancient Chinese science, man and all that surrounds him is permeated with streams of vital energy of the elements, called Qi. As part of this exercise, the influence of the home environment on the well-being, emotional and mental state of people is considered. There are two types of such influence: physical, this is the influence of tangible things and invisible forces of nature.

These forces are not static, but continuously move along completely predictable patterns, interacting with the entire material world, exerting both a direct influence on a person and through objects around him. According to the followers of science of feng shui, knowledge and proper understanding of these patterns of movement helps not only to choose a house with good feng shui or to improve feng shui housing, but also to predict some of the events associated with this place.

The Feng Shui doctrine claims that all these forces are in some interaction with the natural elements: Metal, Water, Fire, Earth and Tree. At the same time, the location on the cardinal points is taken into account. It is clear that all the rooms can not be the same, they differ in size, shape and location. However, to establish the balance of nature and change the direction of flow, you can arrange indoor plants in Feng Shui in order to strengthen weak elements or remove excess strong ones. Proper placement of plants in the room will help to achieve inner harmony, when a person lacks any qualities or they are hypertrophied. With flowers, you can even improve relationships between family members.

Plants help to notice a change in energy flow in time, for example, wilting indicates an outflow of positive energy or excessive accumulation of negative energy. At this place, plants will get along well absorbing negative, for example homemade kalanchoe.

How to choose Kalanchoe for home

Kalanchoe can store water and do without watering for a long time. According to the principles of Feng Shui, this property is considered a symbol of wealth, balance and sustainability. When purchasing a houseplant Kalanchoe for the house, you need to decide where it will stand and think about its effect on the situation in the room.

• To attract money, you should choose Kalanchoe varieties with small leaves, rounded in shape, resembling coins, for example Kalanchoe Mangina.

• To fill the room with creative creative energy suitable plants stretching upwards. This Kalanchoe Degremona, feathery or felted Kalanchoe.

• To mitigate the tension and avoid conflict situations, it is better to buy a flower with juicy, rounded leaves. To do this, Kalanchoe ordinary (Blossfeld),

• Dropped leaves, curling or hanging down stems ground the energy: can be used to mute too powerful streams. Useful will be Kalanchoe Tessa and Mangina.

• To enhance the energy flow, flowers with sharp leaves can be placed in the weak sector: Kalanchoe tubular flowering, deer horns or felt Kalanchoe.

How to choose a place for Kalanchoe

Before you buy, you should pay attention to the leaves and flowers of Kalanchoe: the shape, size and color will tell you in what area of ​​the house to place the plant to strengthen this sector.

• The western part of the room is influenced by the element Metal. Here it is necessary to place Kalanchoe, with white flowers. Best of all, they take root on the window sills, if you put them in spherical pots. The color of the pot is preferable to choose silver, bronze and other metallic shades.

• The northern part of the house is Water. Kalanchoe is located here with falling or creeping silver-green stems. And among the flowering varieties - blue, purple, blue shades of flowers. They fit spherical vases of white, blue or black.

• The central part of the room belongs to the element Earth. There should be Kalanchoe with dense leaves and yellow flowers. Plants of the Earth will also take root in the south-western part of the room. Pick up to them should be square or high rectangular pots of any yellow shades. Properly placed plants of the Earth will help to relax, strengthen health and stability in the family.

• The southern part of the house belongs to the element Fire. This area is well suited for most kalanchoe, blooming in red. But not all their varieties can take root in the Fiery part of the apartment. Immaculate forms of plants should not be planted in the southern part, because here their Kalanchoe properties change and can do more harm than good. When choosing a flowerpot, it is better to give preference to the triangular shapes of any shades of red.

• The eastern part under the auspices of the element Wood. Here you need to place juicy, bright green non-flowering types of Kalanchoe. These plants increase the viability of a person, helping to overcome difficulties, saturate the room with Qi energy. However, with stubborn and persistent people, such plants in the zone of the Tree can provoke an overly assertive and straightforward behavior. For plants of the Tree are well suited square vases or pots of indefinite shape with wavy edges of green or turquoise hue.

Kalanchoe is unpretentious, easy to breed, have healing properties, help to balance the Qi of a person and his home. Probably why Kalanchoe so popular.

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Today, in our heading about indoor plants, we will talk about the plant, which is popularly called “ a surgeon". And, it is not at all accidental, because, indeed the juice from the leaves of this indoor flower is able to “pull out” any inflammation without any surgical intervention. And, even with the juice of this plant, you can treat varicose veins, colds, swelling in pregnant women, and even “raise” the immune system(Additional recommendations on how to wake up your immunity, you can find) .

It is noteworthy that its leaves can even be added to salads.  Not guessed yet, who are we talking about? ABOUT   Kalanchoe. In our publication we will talk about him about the types of this plant, as well as about how it can be useful to us ...

Types of Kalanchoe

Kalanchoe, sometimes it is also called, Kalanchoe - refers to the genus of succulent plants from the Tolstiankov family. To date, there are more than two hundred species of Kalanchoe that grow, both in the wild in the tropics, South Africa, South and East Asia, and in America, and at home on the window sills in our apartments.

Depending on the type of this plant, its appearance may vary, for example, wild species of Kalanchoe can reach a height of up to four meters, and here are the rooms — they reach a maximum of 30 centimeters in their height and bloom almost all year round, delighting our eyes with your flowers. The most common and cultivated domestic species of Kalanchoe is Kalanchoe Blossfeld  (small plant with round leaves and flowers collected in inflorescences) and Kalanchoe Degremona  (a plant up to 50 centimeters high, with long and narrow fleshy leaves, on the edges of which brood buds can be found, from which daughter plants are later formed. When released into the ground, these daughter plants take root and another Kalanchoe Degremona can grow from them) .

Useful properties of Kalanchoe

It is noteworthy that regardless of the type of this plant, its leaves and stems, as well as the juice of the Kalanchoe itself, has medicinal properties that are used both in traditional medicine and in home cosmetology. But, kalanchoe Degremona has become a true leader in its utility among all types of Kalanchoe.

So, in the stems and leaves of this type of "green surgeon" contains a sufficient amount of chlorophyll, and vitamins such as A, C, B, E, phytoncids, water, fruit acids, magnesium, iron and even zinc, calcium, aluminum, silicon, manganese, polysaccharides, organic acids and enzymes.

The use of Kalanchoe in cooking

We have already written that Kalanchoe leaves can even be added to salads. So, if you try them combine with cucumbers, avocados, green peas, carrots, greens, as well as lemon juice; in the leaves of this plant.

But, this plant can not only be eaten, it can also be used for cosmetic purposes. So,

masks from the fleshy Kalanchoe leaves grated on a grater, have an excellent rejuvenating effect and your skin after them will become young, supple and taut.

The use of Kalanchoe for medicinal purposes

But, Kalanchoe can also be used for medicinal purposes. So from its leaves you can cook alcohol tincturethat helps you cope with varicose veins and edema.

To prepare such a tincture, take a half-liter jar and place the cut leaves of the plant into it. Fill them with a jar to the top. Fill this plant mass with vodka and leave in a cold and dark place (it can be in the refrigerator) for at least 10 days. Use this tincture for grinding feet in the morning and evening.

Pure juice of this plant can help you cope with inflammatory skin diseases, gingivitis, rhinitis.

When Kalanchoe Can Be Harmful

As for the fact can this plant harm our health?  So, this can only happen if we do not properly use its healing properties. So, for example, if in the spring you suddenly had a skin rash, runny nose, eye redness and other characteristic symptoms for flowering plants, you should not try to cure such a runny nose by instilling nasal juice with Kalanchoe.

Well, tasty and nutritious salads with the addition of the leaves of this plant on the background of dairy products can cause indigestion. Therefore, it is recommended to eat them either as separate dishes separately from others, or together with.

As we said at the very beginning of our publication, Kalanchoe was called the “green surgeon,” but one should not “help” him and open sores or wounds on his own. This will only worsen your condition and can provoke damage to neighboring healthy areas of the skin or even infection.

Also, if you have a course of a chronic disease, it is unwise to expect that the Kalanchoe will heal you in a moment.

Quite a popular flower is Kalanchoe. It is often presented in flower pots. It looks very presentable. Signs and superstitions about Kalanchoe can tell about the magical properties of this plant.

Kalanchoe can be found among many fans of flowers

Plant description

Kalanchoe belong to the family of crass calves. The natural environment for this flower is tropics and subtropics. They can be found in large quantities in Africa, Asia, Australia. The leaves of the plant are thick and massive. There are both long and shorter types. This culture can be miniature, and can grow to impressive size. Kalanchoe blooms for a long time, it has a pleasant aroma.   The plant is not as fastidious as it may seem.  It quickly gets used to room conditions. Among its positive qualities: rapid reproduction, resistance. There are about 200 species of this plant.

Kalanchoe flowers have a pleasant aroma

Folk omens

Kalanchoe shrouded in folk superstition and omens. Such a popular plant causes a large number of discussions. Kalanchoe has many beneficial properties. Juice plants are used for medical purposes. It helps to get rid of inflammations, and is practically harmless to the skin.

1. Kalanchoe can create harmony in the home, restore warm family relationships, return feelings to spouses and create an atmosphere of calm.
2. He can clear the room of the negative and create a safe environment for the person in his home.
3. A person who has such a plant at home is less likely to get sick, and if he gets sick, he will suffer the disease more quickly. It is difficult to say what this sign is connected with: some say that with good energy of the plant, others - with the healing properties of the flower. Keeping Kalanchoe at home is worth the health of all family members.
4. You can learn about the damage from the flower: if the flower is ill, then there is too much negative energy in the house. This may indicate damage and the evil eye. To clean the room, you can make several flowers of this type.
5. The flower has a positive effect on children and their body. The child becomes more resistant to viruses. He is more attentive and focused. The flower is able to activate mental abilities.
6. If the houses are a flower and a pet at the same time, then they together are able to clean the energy of the room much faster and stronger.
7. The owners of the plant note the pleasant smell of the plant, which is spread throughout the apartment and uplifting. The aroma is able to increase the ability to work of a person, relieve him of a headache and restore strength in a short time.

1. Kalanchoe need to grow in the kitchen. The whole family is going there. The flower will be easier to influence the harmony in the family.
2. When someone from the household is sick, they put him closer to the head of the sick bed. Kalanchoe help recover faster.
3. If you have a bad mood or a hard day, you can spend some time around the plant. Soon you will notice how your condition improves.

Warning signs

Bad signs associated with Kalanchoe, no. Superstitions say that the plant carries positive energy and does not harm the person. There are times when a culture can tell you something bad. The flower feels the negative that accumulates, and can signal this.

1. If Kalanchoe does not bloom for many years, it is worth thinking. This may indicate that your family has omissions, anger and bad energy.
2. If he began to ache and fade, it may mean that someone from the household is facing a serious illness.
3. Kalanchoe fade if a serious quarrel between spouses or children is coming.

Negative signs are more warning.  To some extent, they help to predict illness or quarrel.

Kalanchoe may not bloom because of the abundance of negative energy

Conclusion

Kalanchoe is a very friendly flower that can become an assistant in family matters.

An important quality of this plant is the ability to feel misfortune and to warn about it.

The flower will be an indicator of quarrels and diseases.

Plants in the house, affect not only the mood of a person, but also the energy of the room as a whole. So, some potted flowers can bring misfortune or bestow grace on the host.

To understand what this or that green friend will bring in a pot, it suffices to study popular superstitions. For example, according to signs, Kalanchoe can be both useful and harmful plant. It all depends on external factors and the attitude of the person to the succulent.

Folk omens

There are a lot of facts about this plant. To understand whether it is possible to keep Kalanchoe at home, it is enough to pay attention to the recommendations of the people who will:

1. A family that has already passed the test of time is advised to purchase a succulent. The plant will give the husband and wife lost passion. Omens predict that they will once again recall the attractiveness of each other, forgetting about the differences. This will strengthen the alliance and make the next life together richer and more enjoyable. Mutual assistance will be useful in future conflicts, and trust and lack of quarrels will positively affect the atmosphere reigning in the family.
2. According to signs, if newlyweds live in the house, they should not get a flower. He will negatively influence the relationships of the beloveds, setting up partners against each other. The life of the spouses will be filled with petty conflicts, and tenderness and mutual understanding will leave the house. Tensions will continue until the plant dies or is given to other hands. If this does not happen, the pair will disintegrate.
3. Kalanchoe in the house where the child was born was a bad sign. Signs say that a baby that has appeared into the world will not be able to quickly cope with the tasks set. Each stage of development will be delayed, although there will be no physical or mental reasons for such behavior. The upbringing and education of the baby will be long and unsuccessful, and the expectations of the parents will not be justified.
4. According to national signs, if a flower appears in a family with grown up preschool children or schoolchildren, then children will be expected to succeed in further learning and mastering the material. Boys and girls will be able to start their life path properly, having received the necessary education. They will be able to avoid mistakes by learning about the dangers from adults, which will greatly facilitate the process of growing up.
5. Kalanchoe will be a useful plant in the house where there are elderly people. The flower will positively affect the state of the host. He will feel a surge of energy and retreat of ailments. Despite his age, a person will be able to develop and improve his skills, learn something new and improve his life. This behavior will last as long as the Kalanchoe is in the room.
6. As the signs say, Kalanchoe will help the one who only enters into adulthood. A person who has moved from their parents should purchase this flower in order to avoid many difficulties. Also, thanks to Kalanchoe, a person will be able to motivate himself for continuous work, ensuring long-term productivity.

Warning signs

For a long time, people noticed a lot of signs that can warn about the negative impact of Kalanchoe on the owner of the house and his relatives. Many of these signs and superstitions have reached our days.

1. The dying off of a significant amount of the lower petals of a flower is a premonition of a quarrel with relatives. A person will not be able to maintain neutrality when talking to a topic of interest. Disagreements will lead to a protracted conflict, which can be resolved only through the intervention of outsiders in the lives of relatives.
2. As the superstitions say, the drying of all the flowers of Kalanchoe is a sign indicating the suspension from stormy life. A person will not be able to evenly distribute the time between leisure and professional duties, which will have to sacrifice interests. Thanks to such actions, new opportunities will appear, the chance to improve their financial position and status in society will increase. However, relationships with friends will deteriorate significantly.
3. According to the signs, if the Kalanchoe begins to rot, then the householder will be betrayed. One of the closest friends will step over a long friendship for their own benefit. Anything that previously connected the buddies will cease to be meaningful, and attempts to continue communication will not be accepted on either side.
4. The death of Kalanchoe for unknown reasons is a precursor of a fateful meeting. The person will meet with those who will have more opportunities. A trusting relationship with a new buddy will lead to the sharing of important information. After that, the familiar will disappear, and after a while will use the information obtained against the person himself.

Kalanchoe is a healthy plant. It is able to change the aura of the room, incorporate negative energy and adjust the person to the desired path. However, with improper handling of the flower can be called a misfortune.