Every home has its own energy. It can be nourished or destroyed. It is influenced to a greater extent by the mood and behavior of people.
Any hostility has a bad effect on all the inhabitants of the house, just as positive emotions not only lift our spirits, but also strengthen our protective energy channels.
Plants also have their own energy and it also depends on what is happening around them. Plants also influence our biofield, so before buying a new indoor flower, be curious whether it will help you or mercilessly weaken your aura.
And, according to the ancient Chinese teachings of Feng Shui, in order to harmonize the atmosphere in the house and create a favorable microclimate in it, plants must still be correctly arranged.
Is it possible to keep it at home?
The attitude towards this plant of the Eastern and Slavic peoples differs significantly. If the former considered ficus a symbol of happiness in family life, then the latter called it a witchcraft tree that brings trouble. Let’s take a closer look at the attitude of various nationalities towards ficus:
- The Chinese perceived the ficus as a family plant, which was presented as a gift for weddings, birthdays, and also passed on to descendants. If you believe the beliefs, it helped cleanse the room of negative energy, gave people vigor and physical activity, which made it an ideal option for older people.
- The Thais also considered the ficus a sacred plant and were confident that it could ward off evil spirits. It is the Benjamin ficus that is the symbol tree of Bangkok, the capital of Thailand. And another variety of it became the personification of the island country of Barbados and was depicted on the state’s coat of arms.
- Slavic peoples attributed magical properties to the wax leaves of ficus Benjamin, endowing the plant with the ability to cause discord in families, provoke conflicts and lead to separation. Ficus Benjamin also acted as a muzhegon - it acquired such properties in the post-war period, when most of the families where the tree grew lost men who died at the front.
- The Bible speaks favorably . Thus, one of its varieties served as the first robe for Eve and Adam, and the fruits of another type (namely figs) served as their first food after the latter were expelled from Paradise.
The meaning of ficus benjamina
An adult plant with a lush green crown cleanses the air well of toxic substances and saturates it with oxygen. This property is especially valuable for residents of megacities, where the environmental situation is not always favorable. In addition, ficus has a bacteriostatic effect: it kills almost half of the pathogens in the air. Therefore, a pot with this plant must be in every home where small children or people with weakened immune systems live.
In addition to its cleansing properties, the importance of Ficus Benjamin for the home is manifested in its ability to improve the energy of the home. It is a kind of transformer of the emotional state of all family members, neutralizing tension and turning negative thoughts into positive ones. This flower is indispensable in those homes where there is an atmosphere of alienation or hostility, where quarrels and conflicts are frequent.
People's opinions differ regarding what Benjamin's ficus symbolizes. The Chinese consider ornamental trees to be an effective means of attracting money. In Thailand, the flower is considered a talisman against natural disasters, as well as against damage and the evil eye. Egyptians carefully observe the traditions of their ancestors, placing this plant in every home, which, in their opinion, brings well-being and prosperity. And only in Russia and other countries with Slavic culture, ficus is treated with prejudice, considering it, along with ivy, an energy vampire.
Does ficus cause harm?
Our ancestors believed that this flower gives rise to gossip and other unflattering conversations that could ruin the reputation of its owner. It was believed that the green “enemy” attracts envious people and people with dubious intentions into the house. The plant had a bad reputation as a “husband-killer”, so Russian women did not plant it at home. It is difficult to say where these superstitions came from, but the harm of ficus Benjamin in the old days was not questioned.
With the development of natural sciences, including botany, prejudices faded into the background, giving way to curiosity and experimentation. Ficus trees began to appear in many houses and apartments as a spectacular decoration. The green plant was loved by many, despite its unflattering reputation.
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Modern esotericists claim that the flower has a huge number of magical properties that do not harm its owners. On the contrary, the presence of a plant with dense foliage in the house helps to cleanse the room of negative energy and establish a calm atmosphere.
Folk beliefs and signs
When used correctly, Ficus Benjamin will certainly benefit all family members. Later in the article we will look at the positive impact of the plant on different areas of human life.
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Thus, ficus leaves secrete special phytoncides and esters that purify the air and eliminate pathogens. In addition, these substances help normalize the nervous system, improve mood, effectively cope with fatigue and eliminate depression.
For eloquence
It is popularly believed that this ficus can give a person the ability to formulate thoughts more clearly, as well as better convince the interlocutor. On the other hand, this plant allows you to get rid of excessive talkativeness and the tendency to lie, and helps you control your speech.
For financial well-being
As a rule, trees with fleshy green leaves are considered money trees. But it is also programmed to attract money into the home, as well as well-being. To do this, you need to regularly ask him for help and adhere to proper care, while avoiding massive loss of leaves.
It is also recommended to transplant the tree into a green pot and cover it with special materials on top. Also, at the same time, you need to bury several coins in the ground - to attract others like you.
To attract love
Ficus Benjamin also promotes happiness in your personal life and strengthens relationships with your loved one. For this purpose, it needs to be planted (or transplanted) into a pink pot, preferably ceramic and not plastic. An additional advantage will be the presence of hearts on the pot, which, by the way, can be drawn yourself. In the process of work, several hearts are also added to the roots of the trees; it is important to talk to them about your problem and ask for help in love affairs.
For pregnancy
The plant also helps childless couples. In order for the long-awaited pregnancy to occur, he needs to be placed in the matrimonial bedroom near the head of the bed and provided with the same careful care as you would for your own baby - timely watering, wiping off accumulations of dust, stroking the leaves, talking, using fertilizers.
Such actions have an extremely positive effect on a woman’s hormonal background and lead to conception. New shoots appearing on the tree are also a very good sign.
Signs about war
Before the revolution in Russia, Ficus Benjamin was a very popular flower and stood in almost every home. This plant symbolized the status of the owners; keeping it in the living room was considered a sign of good taste. However, after the revolution and world wars, superstitious housewives blamed the flower for all troubles, considering it a symbol of devastation and misfortune.
In addition, many women were sure that a man would not return from the war to the house where Benjamin’s ficus grew. This is how the sign appeared not to keep the flower in homes where the husband joined the army or is in a combat zone.
Where do signs advise placing a ficus?
It is important to take care of choosing the right place for this plant, in which it can maximize its abilities:
- The ancient teachings of Feng Shui say that it will manifest itself best when located in the southeast side of the room. This is where it will provide peace of mind in the family and help you make the right decisions.
- When placed in the living room, the tree will balance the energy and attract only the right people to your home, and will also contribute to the harmonization of relationships between family members.
- planted in the kitchen will attract financial well-being into the house and protect you from unexpected expenses.
- In the bedroom, the plant will provide you with a good night's sleep and relieve nightmares and insomnia.
- located in the workplace will improve the work process, speed up resolution of conflict situations, and also reduce the level of conflict.
- It is not recommended to place the plant in the north-eastern or central parts of the room - this is where it will have the least effective impact on the energy of the room.
Where is the best place to place a flower?
The plant can be placed in any room or utility room of the house. Superstitious people doubt whether it is possible to keep Ficus Benjamin in the bedroom because of its strong energy. However, its presence is appropriate both in relaxation areas and in children's rooms, because there the flower acts in a special way, calming and tuning in to relaxation and quality sleep.
Its magical effect depends on the location of the flower:
- To protect the house from the evil eye or damage, the plant is placed in the hallway.
- A ficus growing in the hall will attract guests and discourage visitors with unclean thoughts.
- A pot with a plant in the workplace will direct thoughts in the right direction and will not allow a person to be distracted by extraneous things.
- A tree placed in the kitchen will ensure a constant feeling of fullness and an abundance of food on the table.
- In a children's room, the plant will level out the energy, tuning its inhabitants to adhere to a daily routine with alternating phases of games, learning and rest.
- A flower in the bedroom will relieve insomnia and nightmares and provide complete rest.
When placing a plant in the house, do not forget about its needs. The flower needs plenty of daylight, but not direct sunlight. Therefore, it is best to place the tub near the window. It should be remembered that plants with a dense crown need space, fresh air, abundant watering and periodic feeding. Proper care of an indoor flower is part of a ritual to attract good luck, happiness and wealth, because only a healthy plant can provide its owner with all these benefits.
Positive influence on a person
The plant can prolong life
Only the Slavs treated the ficus with such skepticism. In other nationalities, this plant was not only valued, but was also considered sacred. In Ancient Egypt, the flower was treated with deep respect and love, planted on the streets.
Over time, entire trees were grown from the plants. It was believed that such a tree near the porch would protect the house from grief and misfortune. In Thailand, ficus is even present on the country's coat of arms, demonstrating people's love for themselves. For residents of these countries, it is mandatory to keep a flower at home to attract wealth and happiness. Esotericists who practice Ayurveda believe that Ficus Benjamin improves the flow of energy in the house. In China, it is common to believe that the plant creates a cozy atmosphere and helps a person relax.
Ficus can be given as a gift to an elderly person, as the plant improves energy circulation and prolongs life. The Chinese also claim that the leaves of the flower absorb negativity, making it easier to breathe in the room. This phenomenon can be explained from a scientific point of view: this plant cleanses the air well and fills it with oxygen. For a person living in an industrial area, such a neighbor will be a real godsend. The leaves of the plant are able to remove harmful components from the air such as:
- formaldehyde;
- benzene;
- trichlorethylene.
The plant also disinfects the air, killing many harmful bacteria. It is for this reason that the flower is often installed in the corridors of the hospital. There is an Asian legend according to which the influence of the ficus depends on its location:
- The Benjamin tree is placed in the kitchen to prevent hunger in the house.
- A plant in the living room will help attract good guests and good neighbors.
- Ficus in the bedroom will relieve a person from bad dreams, improve relaxation and even promote pregnancy.
- In the office, the flower is responsible for work and money matters.
The teaching of Feng Shui states that in a house with a high level of aggression, where there is no agreement, you can place a tree in the south-eastern part of the apartment. It is from this sunny side that the ficus will be able to normalize harmony in the home and absorb negative energy. The plant is well suited for people prone to hysterics and rash decisions. A flower located on the desktop will help weak-willed people achieve their goals.
Weaving ficus Benjamin can be compared to therapeutic relaxation. This leisurely activity is often recommended for people with nervous system diseases. An aesthetically attractive tree will not only decorate a room, but will also improve the energy in the house.
There are several superstitions associated with purchasing a flower for your home. Ficus benjamina should be purchased during the waxing moon, otherwise the plant will not take root. They pay for the flower with an odd amount of money. If the plant is brought as a gift, the donor must be given a symbolic number of small coins, the amount of which must also be odd