Why you shouldn't keep dry flowers at home: they carry very strong energy

Many signs and superstitions have long been associated with dried flowers. According to one version, wilted bouquets should not be kept at home, as they can negatively affect the energy of the house and cause a deterioration in the health of family members. According to another, dried flowers made from wildflowers and herbs are often used as amulets.

So there is no single point of view on wilted bouquets in the house. Read about different interpretations of the superstition in the OBOZREVATEL article.

The Negative Version

Wilted plants are believed to bring nothing good to the house. Our great-grandmothers believed that when flowers lose their beauty, their owner can also lose vitality. Superstitious people say that you shouldn't keep wilted bouquets because they can attract bad luck, and cause health problems, and difficulties in the family.

According to the belief, dried flowers are a symbol of loss, lack of money, misfortune, strife, and discord.

Unmarried girls were advised not to keep dried bouquets from suitors, as dried flowers negatively affect youth and strength.

A logical explanation can be found for the item "deteriorating health." It's simple: if wilted flowers are left in water for a long time, they will start to rot. The growth of bacteria can negatively affect health.

By the way, it was not advised to store a wedding bouquet of roses - it is believed to bring quarrels and misunderstandings into the lives of newlyweds.

Good Omens

There is a positive meaning to the superstition. Dried flowers made from medicinal herbs have long been placed in homes as amulets. Herbal aromatherapy helps to reduce headaches and improve mood.

The most popular wild plants for dried bouquets are St. John's wort, wormwood, thyme, and thistle. These dried flowers have a harmonious and favorable energy.

According to beliefs, dried wildflowers and herbs bring stability, comfort, and prosperity to the home.

Useful Dried Flowers

People often dried bouquets of medicinal plants. Our ancestors believed that it was possible to dry such flowers and herbs:

• Oregano
• Wormwood
• Mint
• Chamomile
• Lavender
• Tansy

It is advised to keep such bouquets in the kitchen or hallway, but never in the steel room or children's room.

Earlier, OBOZREVATEL told you which indoor plants should not be placed in the bedroom.

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