Today we will discuss garden and house plants that are harmful to humans. It should be noted that their list is quite extensive. Some of them are deadly to humans. Please read this list carefully, you will definitely need it for the future.
Anthurium - is it possible to keep at home?
This plant is also called male happiness. This flower looks very unusual, so many women who are fond of gardening dream of buying it. But can you keep anthurium at home or not? Let's look into this matter.
Signs say that keeping a flower at home is very useful, as it brings good luck and prosperity to the owner. In the family, the plant will help maintain love and understanding. If you give it to a male representative, he will endow his owner with strength, confidence and courage. People say that it also relieves depression.
In addition, the flower purifies the air in the room from formaldehyde, ammonia and toluene. However, from a practical point of view, anthurium cannot always be kept in the house, since the plant is poisonous if taken.inside. "Male happiness" can cause serious digestive poisoning, accompanied by diarrhea, vomiting. The sap of the plant causes burns. Therefore, if there are cats in the house that can eat a flower, or children, it is better not to purchase it. Or put it higher where neither kids nor pets can reach it.
However, its fumes are not poisonous. The main thing is to follow simple safety rules.
Monstera plant
This plant got its interesting name due to large leathery leaves with holes. They give it a unique and unusual look. The monstera plant is also called "crybaby", as it can predict bad weather - before a thunderstorm, large drops of moisture appear on its leaves.
People say that monstera absorbs negative energy and releases favorable energy if scandals often arise in the house. However, when everything is fine in the family, the monstera absorbs positive energy, highlighting the negative. She is also called an energy vampire that destroys a person's aura.
Is the plant medically harmful? The only danger of the monstera is that the leaves contain microscopic needle-like formations, which, if they get on the mucous areas, may burn.
Geranium
This beauty is generally safe and even useful. It has a pronounced antiseptic effect, purifying the air in the room and absorbing odors. Therefore, heryou can safely put in the kitchen.
They say that the flower is able to remove headaches, relieve swelling and stress, help with sore throat and otitis media. However, in some people, the smell of geranium causes a severe asthma attack. It is also contraindicated in pregnant women, people with low blood sugar, women who drink contraceptives. It is also undesirable to leave a flower in a child's room.
At the same time, geranium is able to fill the house with favorable energy, attract financial abundance.
Cacti
They are good because they clean the air from electromagnetic radiation and activate the brain. They also relieve headaches. People say that cacti help protect the house from evil. Absorbing negativity, they help cleanse the room of negative energy.
Most cacti are safe. All that can happen to you after contact with the plant is a prick and a small abscess. However, some types of cacti, such as trichocereus, contain poison in their composition. When released into the blood, they act as the strongest hallucinogen and can even cause paralysis of the nervous system.
Ficus
This is quite a popular indoor plant. Its milky juice, which contains rubber, is considered harmful. It adversely affects the well-being of asthmatics. Causes irritation on contact with skin. In addition, it is one of the most powerful allergens along with dust and mites.
However, the flowering ficus and its other species have many advantages. First, hefilters the air, purifying it, and pleases with beauty. Secondly, in folk medicine, mastitis, sciatica and arthritis are treated with it.
Also, a lot of superstitions are associated with flowering ficus and its other species. In the pre-revolutionary era, it was not considered favorable, but today in Russia there is an opinion that ficus is able to charge the house with positive energy and protect it from evil forces. And many childless couples claim that after buying this plant they were able to conceive a long-awaited child.
Adenium
It is poetically called the desert rose. This beautiful flower belongs to the succulent family and grows not only in the arid climate of Saudi Arabia and Africa, but also in the humid tropics of Thailand and India. Adenium has a unique and vibrant beauty, but this plant is harmful to the home.
Until now, adenium poison is used by African tribes to poison arrowheads. All parts of the plant are toxic and poisonous, but its milky juice is especially dangerous. If your family has pets, children, or someone with asthma, think carefully before you start growing adenium.
Primula (primrose)
This beautiful houseplant with bright blooms is one of the most poisonous. When touched, there is a risk of allergies and even eczema, since the poison is contained in the hairs of primrose leaves. It is important to wash your hands with water when in contact with primrose. But if itching gets worse, you should see a doctor.
In addition, during flowering, a narcotic effect is observed due to the alkaloids that the primrose secretes. The aroma of flowers excites and intoxicates the psyche, sometimes causing nausea and dizziness. The impact is enhanced if a group of plants blooms.
And what do the signs say about the primrose? It has long been used by magicians for love rituals. It also helps shy and closed people increase sociability, and creative natures - to reveal their abilities. She promises material well-being to the owner.
Oleander
The shrub prefers the subtropics, but it is very often used both in landscape design and as a houseplant. Oleander grows very actively and looks very beautiful, but it is very poisonous. All parts of the plant are toxic.
If you drink oleander juice inside, the symptoms of poisoning appear instantly. The poison affects the gastrointestinal tract, cardiovascular and central nervous system. As a result, poisoning can lead to cardiac arrest.
The wood of the plant is also toxic. If you still decide to purchase it, you need to work with it with gloves.
Pachypodium
Pachypodium is translated from Greek as "fat leg". Belongs to the succulent family. It is also called the Madagascar palm, as the leaves and thick trunk really give it a resemblance to it. Pachypodium grows naturally in Madagascar, Africa and Australia. The trunk of the plant is covered with thorns, which makes it look likecactus.
The plant itself is not very dangerous. Poisonous components are in its milky juice. However, it does not affect the skin, but the damaged mucous membranes. Therefore, it is not recommended to touch a damaged plant if there are wounds on the skin.
People say that pachypodium converts negative energy into positive, brings fidelity and love to the family. However, you can’t accept a plant as a gift - this is a shame. In this case, the giver should be given a coin. This is how you "buy" the plant.
Dieffenbachia
This is an evergreen shrub native to America. Named after the scientist J. F. Dieffenbach. The plant can grow up to two meters in height, but at home it rarely reaches such sizes. Features beautiful "spotted" leaves.
The plant has a positive effect on the climate of the room, improves the chemical composition of the air. It also has an effect on dust, which is especially important for people suffering from allergic reactions. It is known that dieffenbachia is characterized by the presence of phytoncides, which have bactericidal properties. They can reduce the overall quantitative characteristics of microbes such as staphylococcus aureus.
However, the milky juice of dieffenbachia can cause an allergic reaction if it comes into direct contact with the skin. The plant is not recommended to be placed in children's rooms or preschool institutions.
Zamioculcas
It is also called dollartree. They say that he is able to attract money into the house. There is also a sign: if a single woman has bloomed zamiokulkas, she will soon get married.
Touching a flower does not cause pathological changes in the body. Only the juice contained inside is poisonous. The flower itself does not reproduce toxic fumes that provoke chemical poisoning.
Plumeria
This beautiful flower is the symbol of Bali, Thailand and Laos. It has a marvelous aroma, which is considered one of the most pleasant on the planet. Plumeria essential oil is widely used in cosmetology. It is also popular in medicine. It is noteworthy that the flower does not burn at temperatures below 500 degrees.
In Buddhism, it is a symbol of immortality, as it blooms even after extracting the root from the earth.
Plumeria is a poisonous plant. Its milky juice contains substances that, when in contact with the skin, cause severe irritation and inflammation. However, it grows well at home and even purifies the air. Therefore, you can keep it in the house, but it is better to do any manipulations with the flower with gloves.
According to signs, plumeria is able to cheer up, awaken passionate feelings and help the seriously ill. For some time it was banned in Thailand, as its name was consonant with the word "woe", but later the plant was picked up by another translation that sounds like "beautiful girl".
Poinsettia
She is consideredtalisman of Christmas, as it blooms in winter. This is a bright plant whose flowers resemble a star. People say that it helps to improve the aura of the house, protecting it from negative personalities. Also, poinsettia attracts good people to the house. It helps with stress and frequent quarrels at home.
It is said that it can stimulate the owner's brain, enhance his creative abilities. Poinsettia also controls the metabolic processes in the body. It is important to place the flowerpot in the living room or kitchen, but not in the bedroom.
Supposedly it contains a milky juice that causes itching and irritation of the mucous membranes. However, some argue that this is not true, and the poinsettia is absolutely safe.
Ivy
This is a liana-like poisonous houseplant often grown to decorate indoor interiors or façades. It cleans the air from bacteria and fungus. At the same time, ornamental ivy is a dangerous house plant that contains poison, so it is recommended to work with it only with gloves.
Poison contains all parts of the plant. Especially poisonous is the stem of the creeper, which will cause the death of the animal if it decides to feast on it. Ivy blooms, fortunately, rarely, as the inflorescences have an unpleasant odor. Fruits that ripen after flowering are also highly poisonous.
Amaryllis belladonna
Incredibly beautiful indoor plant. Harmful to humans due to the alkaloids contained in its composition. They signal tobrain by stimulating the gag reflex. Poisoning occurs after eating the flower bulb. In addition, the leaves of the plant also secrete poison. Some tribes still lubricate hunting arrows with it. The substance found in the juice causes convulsions. It is recommended to work with the plant only with gloves.
Feng Shui tells you not to keep amaryllis in the bedroom - it will not allow you to sleep, which can lead to a nervous breakdown. It is recommended to place it in the kitchen. The energy of fire activates his work, he will be able to absorb negative energy and release positive energy.
The most poisonous plants in the world
Of course, these are not all the names of harmful plants. There are many flowers in the world that are beautiful, but at the same time contain poisonous components. And you probably did not know about the mortal danger that contact with them may entail:
- Wolfberry. All parts of the shrub contain a strong poison, but its highest concentration is present in the juice and berries. When ingested, it causes severe abdominal pain, diarrhea, delirium and convulsions. May cause coma and even death.
- The hoya plant is dangerous because all of its parts contain poison. It also exudes a heavy aroma, which negatively affects the well-being of the household. Therefore, the hoya plant should not be kept at home.
- Lily of the valley, when ingested in large quantities, provokes nausea, diarrhea and convulsions. The toxins contained in the plant can slow down the heartbeat and cause arrhythmias.
- Belladonna. One of the most poisonousplants of the Western Hemisphere. All components of the plant are harmful, but the fruits are the most dangerous, especially for children.
- Brugmansia. This plant is used in shamanistic rituals by the tribes of the western Amazon. It contains the strongest hallucinogens, which cannot even be used as drugs, because the risk of overdose is too high.
- Rhododendron. This large beautiful shrub is very poisonous. Rhododendron contains andromedotoxin, which causes nausea, severe pain, paralysis, and even death. Azaleas, from the same plant family, are also poisonous.
- Crocus, or autumn saffron, is a plant containing a deadly substance. It is used in medicine in the right dosages, but if used incorrectly, it is very dangerous. The most annoying thing is that it has no antidote.
Conclusion
Our world is full of plants that are harmful to the home. Therefore, before buying a flower for your home or garden, be sure to read the detailed information about it. Your discretion may save someone's life.
