Useful and harmful indoor plants. harmful plants

Overwhelming majority today's houseplants are descended from Asian and African exotics that once fell into the hands of European breeders. Over the years of directed mutations, they have adapted to grow not only in our latitudes, but also in our home environment.

For example, modern examples much smaller than their ancestors. For example, a fat woman (the famous "money tree"), which in nature reaches a height of 3-4 meters, rarely grows above 70 cm in an apartment.

By the efforts of scientists, tamed exotics learned to bloom and bear fruit all year round, changed color, shape ... and, it would seem, forgot about their origin. But, as they say, no matter how much you feed a wolf, he still looks into the jungle. Here are the overseas guests - as they were poisonous, so they remained.

Among the indoor plants that decorate our homes, not just harmful, but deadly specimens lurk.

The more exotic, the more dangerous the flower. The consolation is that such curiosities rarely end up on store shelves, and therefore in our homes. But it is still worth inspecting window sills for real pests. Here is their list.

• - a small tree or shrub with shiny bright green leaves. Its toxic substances cause disturbances in the functioning of the nervous system.
• - a small decorative tree. All parts of the plant are poisonous, and the juice causes irritation if it comes into contact with the skin.
• - known as "Arma". Widespread houseplant. But very poisonous!
• - she has an underground stem in the form of a tuber, from which one large leaf and a peduncle with an inflorescence develop during the growing season. Tuber juice causes skin burns and is dangerous to the eyes.

There is good news: most poisonous indoor plants are dangerous by direct contact - when transplanted, when eaten. Of course, it would not occur to an adult to eat flowers, but children and pets may well taste them.

Let's list the plants, which must be grown in an apartment where children and animals live, with caution.

• - often used in folk medicine, but if the dosage is exceeded, it can provoke a severe attack of diarrhea in humans and animals. And for rodents, aloe is completely deadly.
• The leaves contain water-insoluble poisonous acid molecules. An animal that has bitten off a leaf will immediately feel a burning sensation and irritation of the lips, mouth and tongue. When acid enters the mouth, breathing is blocked. And when dieffenbachia juice gets into the eyes, the mucous membrane is irritated, which leads to very unpleasant consequences.
• - it is poisonous precisely with leaves that contain poisonous juice. Getting on the mucous membranes, it causes a strong burning sensation.
• - poisonous leaves containing andromedotoxin glycoside.

• nightshade and decorative pepper (photo 5)- beautiful bright fruits are poisonous! They are especially dangerous for children. In case of poisoning, nausea, urge to vomit, pain, drowsiness and dilated pupils appear.
• Spurge (photo 6)- some types of euphorbia are mistaken for cacti, but, unlike cacti, euphorbia secrete milky poisonous juice on the cut. The thorns, however, do not contain juice, so scratches from them are not dangerous.
• Anthurium- the juice contains a strong poison that causes inflammation of all mucous membranes with tissue destruction.
• Asparagus, Croton, Spathiphyllum- The juice of the leaves causes a burning sensation.

It is noteworthy that many of these plants are included in the list of useful ones recommended for growing at home. For example, spathiphyllum, which reduces the content of benzene and TCE (tetrachlorethylene) in the air.

Being poisonous at body contact or when eaten, many houseplants at the same time bring real benefits.

• The above anthurium and monstera - improve the water-gas exchange in the room.
• , as well as rosemary, myrtle, chrysanthemum, chlorophytum - have bactericidal properties. In the room where they are located, the air contains significantly less germs.
• - absorbs particles of heavy metals.
• and cyperus- increase air humidity.
• Geranium- disinfects and deodorizes the air. In addition, it helps with headaches. And in ancient times, with the help of geranium, evil spirits and other evil spirits were expelled.

Nevertheless, it is very problematic to grow useful plants with care and constant monitoring of children and animals. It is much easier to opt for "green pets" that are useful in every way.

• Rose- a bush of a room rose increases the humidity in the room, purifies the air, fills it with aroma. In addition, the substances that the plant secretes help to get rid of excessive fatigue and irritability.
• dwarf pomegranate (photo 6)- beautiful, original, edible. But not only its fruits are useful, but also the substances secreted by the plant. They stimulate the human immune system.
• Spices- dill, parsley, celery, cilantro, tarragon, mint ... The list of edible disinfectants is well known to avid gardeners. Is it worth abandoning trusted assistants in an urban environment? Especially when you can green your home tasty and healthy!

  Margarita Alekseeva , landscape designer, teacher of the UOC "Blossoming Planet"

Hello. In flower shops - an abundance of indoor flowers, they are often brought as a birthday present. But are all plants useful? Let's find out which flowers can not be kept at home and why.

Caution - flowers

It turns out that the harmful properties of some indoor flowers can have a negative impact on people's health. Maybe you noticed that after a gift your health suddenly starts to deteriorate?

You must be especially careful when buying a green resident if there are small children or animals in the house. The juice of some types of green spaces contains a dangerous poison or they release very toxic substances into the air.

But not only greens are not recommended to be kept at home, but also many popular among flower growers. beautiful flowers. If you cannot opt ​​out of their content, then try to find the right location for them. They should not be placed in the bedroom, and maybe even in the kitchen.

There is constant debate among flower growers about the dangers of some plants. The most different signs that can intimidate even experienced gardener not to mention newbies.

This article will help you figure out which flowers should not be kept in the house and which plants you need to be careful with because of possible consequences for human health and energy.

List of poisonous plants

This list includes those types of indoor plants with photos that are better to refuse, especially if there are small children or pets in the house. Concerns arise because of the overly dangerous properties of green spaces.

A baby, dog or cat can be attracted by the beautiful flowers of a dangerous plant, from which they can get severely burned or even poisoned by poisonous juice.

If you have neither children nor animals, but there are such plants, then be very careful when caring for them:

• Be sure to wear gloves when handling these flowers.
• Rinse tools after use.
• Do not cut flowers or leaves with the knife you use in the kitchen.

Group of dangerous plants

Dieffenbachia (Dieffenbachia)

This popular plant can be found in many homes. Florists are attracted by its huge yellow-green leaves, which form a crown that impresses the imagination.

Why can't you keep dieffenbachia in an apartment? The sap of the plant is toxic, which is sprayed when cutting the stem or leaves. If a child and a pet take a leaf of this flower into their mouth, then its juice can cause quite noticeable poisoning.

In addition, the juice of this green pet causes burns and unpleasant redness on the skin.

Oleander (Nerium oleander)

Florists are attracted by bright crimson flowers, so it grows in many homes. But if oleander juice enters the body of a person or animal, it can cause blindness.

And from the smell flowering plant you may feel dizzy or feel unwell.

Euphorbia (Euphorbia)

This plant has so many species and varieties. different forms which cannot be described unambiguously. Many species look very similar to prickly cacti, the injection of which is dangerous for humans and animals.

The leaves and stems of milkweed contain a white juice that can cause burns and irritation on the skin, and if ingested, cause poisoning.

Croton

It's potted green space belongs to the euphorbiaceae family, looks like a small tree with variegated elongated leaves. At home, almost does not bloom.

Croton juice is dangerous. It can cause burns on the skin, and if swallowed or cut into the blood, it can lead to resuscitation or even death.

Azalea (Azalea)

Among lovers of home gardening is a very popular view. He is loved for his lush flowering. Azalea blooms pink, white, red and yellow flowers.

Azalea Sims (Indian Azalea) is considered the most dangerous. If particles of its leaves enter the body, then convulsions or intestinal colic may begin.

Mimosa bashful (Mimosa pudica)

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Bizarre green organism. It is a thin stem with small, delicate, fragile leaves. His behavior is very interesting: one has only to touch him, as his leaves roll into a tube.

Ivy evergreen (Hedera)

The shrub in the form of vines belongs to the Araliaceae family. Cats love him very much. They are attracted by bright green leaves and berries, playing with which, the animal can get poisoned and even die from severe poisoning.

Adenium (Adenium)

He is loved for his beautiful appearance, represented by a powerful stem that looks like a tree trunk. Leaves grow sparsely at its top and flowers of a delicate pink color, of medium size, are abundant.

The toxic juice of the plant is very dangerous, it can cause severe burns on the skin and even severely poison the body.

Monstera (Monstera)

Spectacular monstera is not considered very dangerous view, but it is not recommended to keep it at home. Most often, the monstera is placed in in public places or botanical gardens, as it is endowed with leaves of impressive size.

The juice of the green giant can cause burns on the skin, indigestion if ingested, and harm to the eyes.

Philodendron (Philodendron)

It belongs to the aroid family. It can be creepers, bushes with lush greenery. The poisonous juice of the philodendron can cause burns and irritation upon contact with the skin and eyes.

Primula

This flower is incredibly popular with flower growers. Thanks to small sizes, lush bloom with a variety of shades and velvety foliage, primrose has become a favorite of many flower growers. Lovers of home gardening decorate all the rooms of their homes with them.

But not everyone knows that when flowering, primrose emits harmful substances that can cause dizziness and nausea. And contact with velvet foliage, covered with small villi, leads to allergies and redness.

Stellera dwarf (Stellera chamaejasme)

Steller is famous for its medicinal properties, but they can only be used on the recommendation and under the supervision of a doctor.

The flower itself has tall stem with inflorescences consisting of 20-30 small white flowers. If pieces of foliage get into the body, this can lead to numbness or swelling of the vocal cords.

Nightshade (Solanum)

It captivates with bright orange fruits that grow together on an evergreen shrub. It is these elegant berries that are considered extremely dangerous and poisonous.

The bright color of the fruit irresistibly attracts children and pets. It is better not to grow this flower at home, so as not to make trouble.

Tulip Gesner (Tulipa gesneriana)

This species blooms very beautifully. A marvelous flower blooms on a medium-sized stem, which has a variety of colors - from yellow to red.

It is important to remember that for a long time to be near this beautiful flower- Not recommended. This can lead to baldness or partial hair loss.

Trichocereus (Trichocereus)

This is a type of cactus. Trichocereus has long needles, it blooms quite large white flowers with a pleasant smell. But a pleasant aroma can lead to hallucinations or even paralysis of the nervous system.

Difference by family

The list of poisonous plants is much longer, so when making a green purchase, immediately ask which family a particular plant belongs to. 4 main families of the most dangerous and harmful indoor plants for humans and animals have been identified.

Home plant lovers will benefit from knowing how to recognize useful indoor plants for humans and harmful ones. Why are they dangerous and who better to stay away from them.

Features of useful plants

The benefits of indoor plants in most cases are obvious. In addition to their decorative role - the ability to deliver aesthetic pleasure, most of them utilize carbon dioxide, while releasing oxygen.

The flowers of some indoor plants release aromatic substances that promote relaxation. In addition, the foliage of flowers is able to release moisture, which normalizes the microclimate of the premises. Useful to a person Plants can be used to make medicinal potions.

sansevier

This plant has the ability to absorb many odors. By placing it in the kitchen, you can use it to get rid of odors, so the air in the room will always be fresh and clean. In addition, the long and wide leaves of the plant emit a significant amount of oxygen.

Money Tree

A large plant with a thick stem. The money tree is able to utilize just a huge amount of carbon dioxide, which makes it simply indispensable in urban environments. In addition, it is believed that it brings prosperity and good luck, cleanses the human energy aura.

Aloe

This is real home doctor. The juice of the plant is widely used in traditional medical practice and promotes rapid healing of the skin, inhibits the growth of pathogenic bacteria, and increases the protective properties of the skin.

Harmful indoor plants for humans

For the most part, the danger of indoor plants lies in the presence of poisonous or allergenic juice. Thus, it is obvious that in order to harm the body, the juice must get either inside or on the skin.

An adult can get burned or poisoned, for example, when replanting a flower or performing care, such as pruning a plant or when watering. In this case, the situation is easily solved if you take care of the plant in a household glove.

Another thing is a child. The kid can be poisoned by poisonous juice during the game, accidentally or deliberately (not knowing that the plant is dangerous). In this case, it is better to get rid of the flower, even despite its beauty.

In addition, the poisonous juice of the plant can pose a threat to pets. It is known that many cats love to bite home flowers, in which case the consequences for pets can be unpredictable.

It is possible to talk about the danger of toxic fumes from the surface of the foliage of plants only if there are a lot of them, the room is small, practically not ventilated. In addition, the concentration of toxic substances must be very high, which is quite difficult to achieve at home.

It may seem surprising, but there are many houseplants that have poisonous or allergenic sap. Many of them have long and firmly become part of the household, and we are not even aware of their potential danger.

Common plants harmful to humans

Adenium and Oleander

These indoor plants, without manifestation, could be considered the leaders of the anti-rating. Their juice is so poisonous that eating just one whole leaf can lead to the death of an adult.

Poisoning with the juice of these plants in mild cases will be accompanied by the following symptoms: heart rhythm disturbances, dizziness, lowering blood pressure, vomiting, weakness, diarrhea, headache, pain in the heart, tremor of the limbs and convulsions. Without medical care very high probability severe consequences for good health. If you have a child at home, it is highly recommended to get rid of these plants.

dieffenbachia

This plant is known, if not to all housewives, then at least to the vast majority. The danger of this representative of the flora lies in the presence of poisonous juice.

You can get a chemical burn only by direct contact with the plant, for example, when performing regular maintenance or when transplanting. There are no toxic fumes from the surface of the foliage.

ficus

The vast majority of people are aware of the existence of ficus, but few are aware that its fumes are extremely allergenic. Keeping such a plant in the house is strongly not recommended for patients suffering from allergic pathology: dermatitis, bronchial asthma, rhinitis, conjunctivitis, and so on.

Amaryllis

Many housewives are aware that this plant is able to actively absorb toxic substances, which is very important in urban environments. However, it must be borne in mind that the juice of this plant is very toxic. It can only be handled with rubber gloves.

poinsettia

Another common indoor plant, part of the Euphorbiaceae family. Even with minor damage, this harmful plant begins to secrete toxic juice, from which you should stay away.

If the juice gets on the skin, a severe chemical burn occurs, which will take quite a long time to pass. If the juice of the plant gets into the eyes, one should expect the development of keratitis and even temporary blindness.

Conclusion

Probably nothing is absolutely positive or completely negative. Many plants are both dangerous and useful at the same time. For example, aloe juice is very useful when applied topically. At the same time, when taken orally, severe poisoning cannot be avoided.

There are indoor plants that cannot be kept at home - I would like to mention the photos and names of these flowers in this article. We all subconsciously strive for unity with nature, someone has a summer cottage, and someone, in his absence, seeks to create a green corner in his apartment. Sometimes we are impressed by the beauty bright colors another flower, we strive to acquire it as soon as possible in order to decorate our home.

When buying a flower, we do not always think about the consequences and sometimes we start to feel bad or our pets suddenly get sick. Among the inhabitants of the green world there are a lot of poisonous representatives, sometimes the most beautiful of them are absolutely unsuitable for home maintenance.

What kind of indoor plants can not be kept at home? Of course, it is not possible to describe them all here, but I would like to focus on the most common ones - those whose attractive view we admire in the windows flower shops. Some varieties contain toxic compounds, emit poisons and harmful pollen into the atmosphere. Some flowers are not recommended to settle where you sleep. If you have small children or inquisitive four-legged pets who strive to try everything by mouth, you should be doubly careful when choosing home flowers.

What kind of indoor plants can not be kept at home?

The simplest safety rules are the use of garden or regular latex gloves when in contact with green dwellers. If you are pruning or removing branches, foliage, then use special knife. Those tools that you use in the kitchen should not come into contact with plants. Hands, as well as all cutting or auxiliary objects, should be thoroughly washed at the end of care work. Remember that individual flowers can actively release toxic substances during irrigation or watering.

Indoor poisonous plants - photos and names

Oleander is very beautiful during flowering, but its aroma can cause dizziness, nausea, or even fainting. Leaf juice, stems can cause allergies or burns on the skin. Do not allow oleander juice to get into your eyes - the consequences can be very deplorable, up to loss of vision.

Potted spurge looks very exotic, thanks to its large, rich green leaves. In fact, the Euphorbia family has a lot of varieties: some look like cacti, others resemble miniature palm trees. Separate types milkweed have spines, the injection of which poses a threat to the body, as they are very poisonous. The leaves, stems of milkweed contain juice, which, when it enters the esophagus, causes severe poisoning, and when it comes into contact with the skin or mucous membranes, it leads to burns and irritation.

Spurge

Dieffenbachia attracts the eye with its large decorative leaves with a colorful pattern. Its milky juice is very dangerous for the eyes; on contact with the skin, it causes burns, redness, and itching. When it enters the mouth or esophagus, it provokes severe burns of the mucous membranes, poisoning. If you have small children or animals at home, it is better not to plant this plant!

Dieffenbachia, photo:

Diefenbachia

Alocasia - decorative deciduous plant which is very poisonous. Any work with it should be carried out by wearing protective gloves, and not only the juice is poisonous, but even evaporation from the roots. In all thematic forums, experienced flower growers strongly recommend using protection when transplanting alocasia. If you disturb the root (for example, cut it), you can feel a clear cyanide smell, which is not recommended even to inhale for a long time. If it comes into contact with the eyes, alocasia juice can cause loss of vision, even if a child or animal inadvertently licks a small drop of juice, a long-term ailment is guaranteed. All parts of alocasia are poisonous: contain hydrocyanic acid, mercury, mercuric chloride.

Alocasia

Croton has very beautiful densely growing leaves, in appearance it resembles a small tree. At home, it blooms very rarely, but is often acquired precisely because of its attractive foliage. Croton is also very poisonous, if under some circumstances its juice enters the bloodstream (through a wound or cut when working with it), then even death is possible. In case of contact with skin, immediately wash the area repeatedly with soap and water.

Croton

Azalea is very loved by many flower growers, it is simply luxurious, the flowers have a wide palette of shades, it is often used to create bonsai. It is poisonous, its foliage contains glycoside and andromedotoxin, which, when ingested by a person or animal, cause poisoning, nausea, and convulsions. Azalea Sims or Indian is considered the most poisonous.

Azalea

Evergreen ivy from the Araliaceae family is completely poisonous - berries, foliage, and stems can be fatal to the human body and animals. This liana-like plant is very attractive to cats, they also suffer from it more than others. It also poses a serious danger to humans.

Evergreen ivy, photo:

ivy evergreen

Cyclamen is another pet with decorative flowers unusual shape. Its leaves look very attractive, but at the same time are toxic. Of particular danger are cyclamen tubers, which contain the strongest poison, similar in strength to curare poison. When ingested, it causes a sharp deterioration in well-being, vomiting, diarrhea, convulsions, loss of consciousness.

Cyclamen

Adenium attracts flower growers with its exotic appearance, which is given to it by thick aerial roots. From above it is decorated with multiple flowers of bright colors, different shapes. Adenium is very poisonous, its juice provokes poisoning, causes burns on contact with the skin. It should be borne in mind that all its parts contain toxins, this plant is especially harmful for asthmatics. The milky juice of adenium is able to penetrate the blood through the skin, so think more than once before starting it at home.

adenium

Monstera can most often be found in offices, public institutions, but often flower growers settle it at home. It looks very impressive, grows to an impressive size, has large carved leaves. Monstera juice is very toxic, if it gets on the skin, it causes a burn, severe itching. If it gets into the eyes, it can seriously damage your eyesight. If a child or animal eats at least a small part of the leaf, poisoning or inflammation of the gastrointestinal tract is inevitable.

Monstera

Brovallia is very attractive, not without reason its full name is Brovallia Beautiful. This small bush produces flowers in all shades of blue, lilac, and also white color. Alas, all parts of browallia are poisonous, so its contact with the skin or mucous membranes must be excluded. This flower attracts pets, but its juice is very dangerous for them.

Brovallia, photo:

Brovallia

Aglaonema strikes with the beauty of the leaves, they are large, dense, with an incredible pattern that is diverse. Despite the fact that it has a positive effect on the air in the apartment, cleans, disinfects it, it is still poisonous. Juice is the main danger to people and animals, although the berries are also toxic. If the flower is even slightly damaged (for example, broken off a leaf or scratched during transplantation), then the juice will stand out immediately. Protective gloves should be worn during any planting or care work with aglaonema.

Aglaonema, photo:

Aglaonema

Primrose flowers have the widest palette of shades, the leaves also look cute - rounded, textured, covered with small villi. Contact with these villi can cause a strong allergic reaction (burning, itching), and when primrose flowers bloom, dizziness, nausea can even visit healthy, strong people (it releases alkaloids). You should know that the bright decorative primrose is poisonous, all its parts are toxic, and pose a threat to your health.

Primrose

Gloriosa is an exotic, truly luxurious specimen. Her unusual flowers able to change their shade during flowering. This attractive representative is one of the most toxic among domestic plants, all of its parts contain poison. If you have children or animals at home, you will have to refuse to own gloriosa. When ingested, it causes severe poisoning, up to kidney failure.

Gloriosa

Can houseplants cause allergies? The answer will be positive - yes, they can. Representatives of the family of euphorbia, solanaceous, aroid, kutrovy bear a special threat. They should be handled very carefully, think more than once before starting them at home. Kutrovye are the most dangerous, especially revered adenium, plumeria, carissa, diplatia can cause significant harm to the health of your loved ones, as well as pets.

plumeria
diplomacy
Carissa

Remember that even pollen flying in the air can trigger an allergic attack. Almost all house flowers produce spores, essential oils, pollen during flowering, and in especially toxic varieties, all the elements released will also be by no means useful. Severe allergies can cause geranium, fern crops.

Do not forget about protection, if you still decide to settle one of them. Representatives of the aroid family also require increased attention, isolation from children and pets. Syngonium, beloved by many philodendron, contains poisonous components in its juice.

Philodendron

Be careful with milkweed plants, each of them contains the toxin euphorin, which can cause allergies, skin inflammation, itching, burns. Wash your hands with soap and water, use gloves, or better yet, replace them with safer green counterparts. The world of flowers is diverse and amazing, among the many options you can always choose a pet that will not only be safe for health, but also useful.

What indoor plants are good for the home?

Some of them have been known to many since childhood, such as aloe and kalanchoe, with which our mothers and grandmothers treated us for a runny nose or cold. The plants listed below are home healers: they purify the air, they can be used for recipes traditional medicine, they release components into the atmosphere that normalize the emotional background.

Useful indoor plants for the home

Lemon is very decorative - a small tree with bright fruits looks simply charming, plus it is very useful. O healing properties lemon fruits, I think, are known to everyone, but its leaves are capable of releasing useful phytoncides, volatile essential oils. Where it stands lemon Tree breathe easier, mood rises, brain activity is activated.

Lemon with fruits

The well-known aloe is incredibly useful, has a wide range of applications in medicinal purposes. Aloe is undemanding to care, calmly endures long breaks between waterings, and grows rapidly. The juice and pulp of its leaves are a real immunomodulator for our body. Aloe has a powerful bactericidal, healing effect, is able to inhibit growth cancer cells, activates vitality organism. The most common "medicinal" variety is tree aloe, but striped aloe and terrifying aloe are poisonous. Most useful components contain plants that are already 3 years old.

Aloe tree ( Aloe arborescens Miller) or agave
Aloe vera (A. vera L)

Pelargonium is a close relative of geranium, they are often confused, although it is geranium that is more related to garden representatives, and pelargonium is closer to home. One way or another, most often all types of pelargonium are called geraniums. This flower is very popular, which encourages breeders to develop many new varieties. You should be aware that certain varieties of pelargonium can be poisonous! Therefore, for home breeding choose safe varieties (hybrids, zonal pelargonium, large-flowered) that refresh, purify the atmosphere, and destroy pathogenic bacteria. Moths, mosquitoes, flies do not like pelargonium very much, they “run” from the room where it is located. If we consider indoor plants, signs associated with them, then pink pelargonium can be considered a magnet for love relationships. White pelargonium is recommended for those who dream of a child.

Pelargonium, photo:

Pelargonium (geranium)

Spathiphyllum is an elegant, sophisticated flower that brings happiness, helps women meet their love, it is popularly called “female happiness”. It purifies the air at home, suppresses harmful bacteria, and has a detrimental effect on mold spores, if such a problem exists. Spathiphyllum actively releases oxygen with the advent of night. The genus Spathiphyllum is a houseplant that brings love, family happiness.

Spathiphyllum, photo:

Spathiphyllum

Nephrolepis - one of the most attractive home ferns, also has air-purifying properties, "absorbs" radiation from a TV or computer. Nephrolepis releases oxygen, biologically active compounds, it makes it easier to breathe indoors, the mood rises.

Nephrolepis, photo:

Nephrolepis

Kalanchoe is another home healer, which is called indoor ginseng or tree of life. It is unpretentious, with the onset of summer it is recommended to take it out more often. Fresh air. The scope of (drugs based on it) Kalanchoe is incredibly wide - dentistry, surgery, gynecology, etc. Kalanchoe has a hemostatic, wound healing, anti-burn, antimicrobial, antiviral effect.

Kalanchoe

Begonia is useful, namely, a decorative and deciduous group of plants that saturate the atmosphere with phytoncides, moisturize the air, and protect it from dust. Note that the Begonia Everblooming variety is toxic, and so are its hybrids. The rest of indoor begonias are able to suppress staphylococcus and streptococcus bacilli, various chemical components of the air. Decorative leafy begonias are indoor plants that purify the air.

Begonia

Chlorophytum is unpretentious, grows, develops in any light, loves moisture. It also has powerful, air-purifying properties, and if you add to its soil mixture when transplanting Activated carbon, then the useful qualities of this green inhabitant will only become stronger. This home flower able to stop the toxic emissions of combustion products. Types of chlorophytum, such as indoor Cape, crested, variety "Bonnie", winged - these are the best air-purifying indoor flowers.

Chlorophytum, photo:

Chlorophytum

In addition to their medicinal, decorative qualities, many indoor flowers carry a certain energy message, at least many people think so. Multiple signs have come to us from time immemorial, whether to believe them or not is our personal choice, but it is worth paying attention.

What indoor plants can be kept in the bedroom or nursery?

Your sleep, well-being and, finally, family relationships depend on the atmosphere in the bedroom. It is impossible to place poisonous representatives in the bedroom - those that throw toxic spores into the air or provoke allergies.

Opt for chlorophytum, laurel, potted rosemary or lavender.

Purifies the air, releases oxygen geranium, camellia, spathiphyllum, begonia, kalanchoe, aloe, uzambar violets. These indoor plants for the bedroom really can relieve stress after labor day, remove insomnia, calm the nervous system.

But monstera, ferns, ficuses, strongly smelling lilies, gardenias, oleanders should not be settled where you sleep.

Having too many flower pots in one room is also not recommended - in humid environment(soil) all kinds of fungi start up faster.

If people suffer from asthma or allergies, then, of course, it is better not to place flowers in the bedroom at all.

Indoor plants for a children's room are the same phytoncides that release useful components, purify the air, and have a detrimental effect on bacteria and viruses. For a nursery, it is better to choose unpretentious flowers that are resistant to "injuries" (breaking leaves, breaking stems). Children, as you know, are still those fidgets, so some kind of complex or capricious flower is unlikely to take root if it becomes an object close attention young researchers.

Hibiscus, lemon, myrtle, chlorophyllum, mandarin, balsam, hippeastrum, eucalyptus, phalaenopsis are perfect for a children's room. These green inhabitants perfectly purify the air, produce oxygen, fight toxins, all kinds of bacteria.

Waler's Balsam Myrtle

Indoor plants and related signs

For some, green dwellers are a favorite hobby or just an interior decor. However, along with this, many flower growers pay attention to signs, study the influence of flowers on our lives. A pet can easily become a kind of talisman, a keeper of happiness, a magnet for positive events. For example, one has only to look at oxalis (room sour) to notice its incredible resemblance to the four-leaf clover - an ancient powerful symbol that attract good luck.

Oxalis (sour)

The same chlorophytum mentioned above is considered the patron saint of happy family life.

Strict calathea has long been considered a keeper family relations contributed to a long, happy family life. By the way, if you provide her comfortable conditions, she will live incredibly long, decades.

Calathea

Aichrizon, whose leaves are somewhat similar to hearts, is considered the "tree of love."

Aichrizon - the tree of love

Money tree (fat woman) is a favorite "amulet" that contributes to the accumulation of material wealth.

Fat woman or money tree

Fragrant myrtle is often given as a wedding gift because it promotes family happiness understanding between spouses.

Incredibly beautiful hoya, which blooms with snow-white or pinkish "balls", is recommended for placement in matrimonial bedrooms. This flower is the patron saint of lovers, helps to remain faithful, gives mutual understanding to couples.

Hoya

Violets, beloved by many, are a symbol of comfort and home.

Violet

And spathiphyllum is generally the most “happiest” flower (according to most). It is called “female happiness”, it helps the lonely to meet their happy fate, married - to strengthen existing relationships, childless gives the joy of motherhood, and large families - harmony, peace in the house, mutual understanding between loved ones. If a spathiphyllum has bloomed in your house, then be sure that happiness is already on the threshold!

Spathiphyllum blooms

There are also indoor plants and the signs associated with them are not very positive - here it is definitely worth giving primacy to lianas. If you keep climbing vines at home, then the male sex will bypass the women or girls living in it.

Ivy, tradescantia, roitsissus (birch), hanging zebrina, campelia are the most active "husbands".

Donated palm trees should also not be settled in an apartment.

The poor cacti got it - according to popular beliefs, they push the inhabitants of the house to drunkenness. It is also not recommended to get involved in breeding cacti for unmarried virgins.

Ferns, philodendrons, along with the monstera, are considered absorbers of positive energy, vitality.

Geranium, yucca, neoregelia, sansevier are also considered energy "vampires".

Be that as it may, practice shows that those who take all negative prophecies to heart attract problems themselves. He who seeks, he finds, says ancient wisdom. There are many happy families and well-established destinies of people who keep ferns, ivy, cacti in the house. So plant your favorite flowers at home, enjoy life, but be on the lookout for poisonous representatives!

The choice of green pets directly depends on your preferences, follow safety measures when caring for them, protect any flowers from contact with animals or small children. Be careful with your choice, if in doubt, you can always consult with an experienced florist or ask your question to the appropriate flower forum.

In addition to external beauty, there are indoor plants that cannot be kept at home - I described the photos and names of the most frequently purchased representatives in this article. I hope this information will help you make right choice, create cozy interior, which will be aesthetically attractive, safe for you, your loved ones.

When breeding plants, few people are interested in the question of which flowers cannot be kept at home. However, there are both scientific evidence the harmfulness of some flowers, as well as folk signs and feng shui, which many flower growers also take seriously.

What does science say about dangerous plants?

First of all, let's look at the scientific side of the issue. Indeed, when growing plants, we want them not only to decorate the room, but also to be useful, or at least not harm the household.

It's no secret that indoor plants can cause serious harm to their owners. So, some of them are poisonous, others are allergens, and still others combine these two dangers. In addition, some types of plants can negatively affect well-being. For example, you may experience headaches or fatigue due to strong aroma some flowers.

However, do not panic and throw out all the flowers from your windowsill. After all, there are about 50 indoor plants on the list of poisonous ones. This is approximately 2% of their total number!

Houseplants from the "black list" can make you feel unwell

Plants dangerous for children

First of all, all mothers take care of their children. Therefore, first of all, let's talk about those indoor plants that can be harmful to babies. The danger increases due to their excessive mobility and curiosity. They strive to touch the new inhabitants of the house or taste them. Therefore, the choice of plants in a house where there are children should be approached especially carefully.

Keep children away from the seemingly innocent and well-loved plant, lily of the valley, because it contains cardiac glycosides. They damage the cardiovascular system nervous system, gastrointestinal tract.

Oddly enough, such a seemingly useful plant as celandine also made the list. dangerous plants. This is because it contains milky juice. If it gets on the mucous membranes or even the skin of a child, it can cause redness and burns. On this his negative impact by no means ends. The celandine contains alkaloids. If they enter the gastrointestinal tract, the child may be poisoned.

In addition, you should get rid of those plants that have bright fruits. For example, aglaonema is especially dangerous. With its self-pollination, small red berries may appear. Children may want to pick them up and taste them. However, they are extremely poisonous and can cause serious harm to health.

Children need to be explained which plants are poisonous and why. In the future, this will only come in handy for them, but now it can already protect them from poisoning.

Among other plants that are absolutely contraindicated for a children's room, the following can be mentioned:

• oleander;
• echmea;

• monstera;
• dieffenbachia;
• alocasia;
• ficuses.

Ficus "Lyrata"

• cacti;

All of them have negative energy, and some are completely poisonous. Others, like ficuses, intensively absorb oxygen at night.

Advice! Considering that it is extremely important for a child to always receive a lot of oxygen for normal development, it is better to refuse ficus in the house.

In addition to the danger to children, you should also consider that indoor plants benefit them. So, you need to opt for those colors that have positive energy, add oxygen to the room, purify the air. For a child, this is very important.

poisonous plants

Poisonous indoor plants are dangerous not only for children, but also for adults. So check your window sills for the following types plants:

• Alocasia. All parts of it are extremely poisonous.

• Azalea(see photo). Its leaves contain toxic substances - glycoside and andromedotoxin. Other parts of the plant are also poisonous. Swallowing them is deadly.

Azalea bonsai. Unfortunately, it is toxic if ingested, so move it as far as possible from places where children can access

• Anthurium. The juice of this plant contains a strong poison.
• Clivia. It contains lycorine, which can cause paralysis.

• Croton. It has poisonous milky juice.
• Monstera(a photo). Its juice contains a strong poison.

• Oleander(see photo). It also contains poison. The juice of this plant can even cause loss of vision, and the aroma of such beautiful flowers can cause dizziness. Not in vain, by Greek legend, this flower of the wife was placed near the plates of their unfaithful husbands, hinting that next time he would be in their soup.

• Poinsettia. Dangerous with its poisonous milky juice. So, if you cut the leaves of the poinsettia, they will release a white poisonous juice that can cause burns.

Many of these plants, in addition to being poisonous, are also very allergenic.

Plants are allergens

It's sad, but it's enough a large number of houseplants, often found in many homes, are allergens when flowering.

Allergens, in addition to many of the plants listed above, include pelargonium, fern, cyclamen, rhododendron (aka Azalea) and others. What reaction do they cause in a person? For example, juice aglaonema can severely irritate the skin and mucous membranes.

dieffenbachia able to decorate any window sill thanks to its exquisite large leaves. However, it can cause tissue swelling if it enters the oral cavity. Why is this beautiful plant poisonous? Dieffenbachia is able to cause poisoning in a child, or a pet, if they swallow its leaflet. In addition, you need to be careful when transplanting or cutting leaves. In this case, you can get burned by its juice. The philodendron poses the same danger.

Croton and oleander are also strong allergens, and ficus and does not occupy an honorable third place after them.

The danger of favorite and common plants

Of course, wild-growing or exotic plants, which it would hardly occur to anyone to grow on their windowsill. However, you need to be careful even with such familiar compact plants as begonia, orchid, geranium and hydrangea . What is their danger?

A rare window sill now does without beautifully blooming geraniums. After all, this beautiful plant is unpretentious and does not need special care. In addition, it has a fairly long flowering period. However, geranium can lead to headaches or even severe asthma.

Other houseplants familiar to us are also dangerous. AT recent times growing orchids at home is firmly in vogue. However, they have a relatively strong pungent odor that can lead to insomnia or simply worsen mood, which is also unpleasant.

It is fraught with danger and such a plant beloved by many flower growers as azalea. When ingested into the body of its leaf, it can cause convulsions and intestinal colic.

Conceals some danger and is loved by all begonia. This, harmless at first glance, the plant has the ability to release volatile substances. They fight pathogenic microbes. Of course, this is a positive property of the plant. However, it must be handled with care. This is because begonia contains insoluble salts of oxalic acid. They can cause severe burns, as well as irritation of the oral cavity.

Caution should also be taken with such beautiful flowers as lilies. At night, they actively absorb oxygen and release carbon dioxide. So don't be surprised if you wake up with a headache the next morning.

Folk omens

There are many legends about which flowers should not be kept at home. Since the majority of avid flower growers are women, then most of the folk tales come down to the fact that due to wrong choice plants, the husband can leave, change, sleep, die, etc. And who among us has not heard the "horror stories" about ivy? Which in no case should be kept at home, otherwise it is likely that your spouse will leave you. This mainly applies to climbing ivy (see photo). Wax, his relative is contraindicated unmarried girl. If she dares to grow it, then there is a high probability of remaining an old maid.

Despite popular belief, ivy purifies the air by reducing germs in it.

Thus, if you believe the signs, then ivy and marriage are completely incompatible things. And these beliefs arose, most likely, because ivy is considered an energy vampire.

If you can still believe in some signs, then there are completely strange beliefs. For example, there is a legend among the people that if you were given a palm tree, then it is strictly forbidden to bring it into the house, as this can lead to misfortune. However, with such a gift, you can find a way out of the situation. You can simply roll a palm tree into the house on a bicycle.

Trust but check

Despite the paradoxical nature of these popular beliefs, many signs are justified from a scientific point of view. For example, as described above, it is not recommended to keep a cactus at home because of its danger to children and some other properties. Folk omens also do not trust this thorny plant. It is believed that growing a cactus at home can lead to the fact that the husband will turn into an alcohol addict.

Cacti in company with other succulents. In the living room, where there are no freely moving animals, as well as children, in general, they are practically not dangerous.

Paradoxical signs relate to wealth and happiness. Yes, it's worth it house plant bloom, then expect trouble. And if it never blooms, then you will be poor.

Of course, most of these signs regarding indoor plants cause only a smile in modern people, but it is not for nothing that our ancestors were so attentive to the choice of plants. Therefore, you should not, of course, blindly believe in non-native wisdom. It is better to check them with scientific facts. And if they do not recommend keeping this or that indoor plant at home, then it is reasonable to heed such advice.

If your favorite houseplants are on the “black list” and you don’t want to throw them away, then read the rules for handling them and work with them only with gloves. But in order to be completely sure of your safety, it is better to refuse to grow such a plant at home. After all, there are many more equally beautiful plants. And, of course, you should avoid keeping poisonous flowers at home if you have children growing up.