The orchid is a beautiful flower, beloved by many. This is a delicate plant, known as a symbol of love, harmony, and romance. This exotic beauty is often presented as a gift and used in bouquets. This is an ancient plant, known since the 7th century BC. What does this flower actually symbolize, what does it mean?
Can it be kept at home?
The presence of an orchid in the house will add sophistication to the interior, fill the space with peace and harmony , and help the owners to activate additional qualities of life.
The energy of the plant cleanses the room well of negative energies. Protects from external enemies (they become uncomfortable when visiting, pain appears in the body, and they try to quickly retreat from this house). There is an opinion that only one orchid can grow in a house, so much is its “selfish character” manifested. In fact, the experience of many orchid growers has proven that this flower lives remarkably well when “collectively” propagated. Dozens of orchids can live and bloom together in one house.
A well-known spice, vanilla, belongs to the orchid family. A refreshing drink is made from its tubers.
An orchid can become an “energy vampire” if you do not take into account the peculiarities of its breeding. But, like any house plant, this delicate flower needs careful care and the right conditions, and your orchid will bloom delightfully and delight you with its beauty for many years.
Why does an orchid bloom, signs
Flowering lasts several months and can occur twice a year. According to signs, this is a good sign. This means that family well-being, love and mutual understanding are attracted to the house. At the moment of flowering, the magical power is especially concentrated and aimed at enhancing positive energy. But in order for all the positive qualities of phalaenopsis to be revealed, it is necessary to pay maximum attention to the flower culture and properly care for it.
Married women will notice during the flowering months that mutual understanding and relationships with family members are improving, especially in relationships with their spouse.
If a single girl’s orchid blooms, it means she needs to be prepared to meet a young man who will most likely become her husband in the future.
ATTENTION! It is better for male household members to stay away from the blooming flower, since the perennial does not have a very favorable effect on them during this period.
Feng Shui about a flower and its influence on a person
According to the teachings of Feng Shui, if you place orchids in your home, taking into account the energy inherent in the cardinal directions, you can achieve the desired positive results in your life:
- South - will strengthen your reputation and help you receive well-deserved recognition.
- Southeast - will bring good luck and success in new endeavors, material well-being.
- Southwest - will return lost harmony and passion to relationships.
- West - will help in attracting new ideas and raising children.
- East - will support the mental and physical health of the family.
- North – activates material wealth and business success.
- Northeast - will help in gaining new knowledge and education.
- North-West - improves relationships and restores harmony with loved ones.
As a symbol of spiritual harmony, the orchid will help achieve inner peace in the room for meditation or prayer.
A figurine of a glass elephant or lotus, an aquarium or a stone fountain in tandem with an orchid enhances the energy of this exotic flower and attracts happiness and prosperity to the home.
The color of the orchid plays an important role:
- White is a symbol of purity and innocence, femininity and harmony.
- Red – gives determination, passion and courage.
- Motley - gives ability to work and eliminates laziness.
- Yellow – helps to make a career and succeed in obtaining material benefits.
- Green and purple are a symbol of nobility and dignity.
- Pink and lilac - preserves tenderness and friendship in relationships.
- Black – draws out negativity from the space, improving the energy background of the room.
According to Feng Shui, an orchid has feminine “yin” energy, which can compete with male “yang” energy. With the correct placement of plants around the house, these two opposing energies acquire the unity necessary for harmonious relationships.
Impact on men
Orchid has a negative impact on the energy of the stronger sex, suppressing masculinity, making them more sensitive and compliant. You cannot place the plant in a room where a man is most often , for example, a bedroom or office.
Giving this flower to your male boss is considered a bad omen and bad form.
For women
A sophisticated flower has a strong influence on the energy of the fair half of humanity. Orchid:
- supports women's health;
- gives a good mood;
- encourages creativity;
- enhances beauty and attractiveness.
An orchid is a wonderful gift for a married couple, which will help preserve and strengthen the feelings of the spouses.
Where should it be kept?
When growing an orchid at home, you need to pay attention to choosing its permanent “place of residence.” This elegant flower does not like to be moved and when frequently moved to a new place, it begins to wither and die. The location chosen for the plant must comply with the basic rules:
- Lighting – daylight hours for 12-15 hours.
- Temperature – 18°С-25°С in winter and 25°С-30°С in summer.
- Humidity – optimally 80%, but not less than 60% and not more than 90%.
- No drafts.
Do not feed the orchid during the flowering and dormant periods. Only water with soft, warm water.
On which window?
The orchid must be protected from drafts and direct sunlight. The ideal window for her is the eastern one, when the morning sun is still gaining strength and heat. If the window is western, then in summer it must be shaded so that the rays do not burn the leaves of the flower. When choosing a window that does not have enough natural light, you should provide the flower with artificial light.
Depending on the time of year
The conditions for keeping an orchid vary depending on the time of year. In winter and autumn, daylight hours are shortened, the heating is turned on, and there is a threat of drafts and frostbite to a plant standing on the windowsill. You can increase the photoperiod using a fluorescent lamp.
Too dry air from heating devices should be humidified by spraying the air around the flower. In spring and summer, the plant requires darkening and feeding.
Ideal location in the apartment
When choosing the optimal place in the house for an orchid, it is necessary to take into account the requirements for the correct maintenance of the flower and the creation of comfortable conditions for the owners of the room. An orchid that stands in the right place and receives appropriate care fills the space with positive energy and neutralizes negative flows.
In the bedroom
The ability of this amazing plant to absorb energy around itself does not have the best effect on sleeping people. At night, this ability in orchids is most active and can lead to lack of sleep, absent-mindedness and headaches for the owners of the bedroom. At the same time, the energy of the flower promotes relaxation and harmonization.
You cannot place the plant in close proximity to sleeping people. The optimal place for it would be, for example, a window sill if the bed is located at the back of the room.
In the kitchen
An orchid with its presence in the kitchen will diversify the interior and bring energy of joy and inspiration. In order for the plant to feel comfortable, it is necessary to take into account some features of this room:
- Stove - hot air and steam can destroy the plant.
- Window - draft and cold air have an unfavorable effect on the orchid.
- Place on the refrigerator - additional lighting and frequent checking of the substrate for moisture will be required to prevent root rotting.
The optimal location for this delicate flower in the kitchen is the dining table or a place near the window.
In the nursery
A child, due to his age, has unstable energy, so the presence of an orchid in a child’s room is not desirable. Constant contact with the plant can cause a child to:
- physical illness;
- disobedience;
- fatigue.
In the office
The presence of an orchid in the office causes conflicting recommendations from experts. If this is a women’s office, then the close proximity of the flower will contribute to the creative growth and high efficiency of the hostess. You shouldn’t put several flowers in a men’s office; one is enough, which will give the owner of the room self-confidence and attract wealth.
The meaning of orchids at home. Orchid according to feng shui
As mentioned above, Chinese culture has its own approach to orchids. The power of the flower can be controlled.
For example, if you place a pot with a blooming orchid in your office, your financial wealth will soon increase. And an orchid in the living room will create family harmony.
Photo 2. Orchid in the living room
In what places should it not be grown?
In order for the orchid to be healthy, bear flowers and not disturb the energy of the space and household members, it is worth considering a few tips:
- the capricious energy of the flower cannot stand massive furniture next to it, which interferes with the spread of positive energy throughout the room;
- It is not recommended to place the plant opposite the exit, otherwise the positive flow from the orchid will simply flow out of the room;
- drafts, cold air from windows, vents and air conditioning can lead to the death of a delicate flower;
- direct sunlight, hot air from the stove and heating devices will adversely affect the health of the plant.
What problems can a wrong choice lead to?
The wrong choice of place for an orchid can lead to disastrous consequences both for the plant itself and for the owners of the house. Experiencing discomfort, the diseased plant will begin to drop flowers, dry out or become covered with mucus and, as a result, die if appropriate rescue measures are not taken in time. If the location is unsuccessful, not only the orchid will wither and become sick, but also the inhabitants of the house.
Which countries are orchids a symbol and what is this connected with?
- After winning the artificial flower competition, "Vanda Miss Joaquim" became the state symbol of Singapore;
- Skinner's Cattleya is the national symbol of the Republic of Costa Rica and the Bolivarian Republic of Venezuela;
- Skinner's Lycasta - "White Nun" - is the generally recognized flower of the Republic of Guatemala;
- The Panamanian national symbol is the “Holy Spirit Orchid,” which resembles a dove in appearance. Officially it is called Peristeria high and is a very rare species.
Wanda Miss Joachim.
Cattleya Skinner.
Lycast Skinner.
Peristeria is high.
Popular beliefs
During its cultivation, the orchid managed to acquire many signs and beliefs. The ancient Greeks believed that by eating the tubers of the plant, one could achieve the birth of the desired sex of a child. And in medieval Europe, the exotic flower was used as the main ingredient for preparing love elixirs.
For a person born under the sign of Aquarius, the orchid is a patronizing flower, personifying fortitude and fidelity.
There is a belief that the state of the flower corresponds to the degree of family well-being and love. If a plant is constantly sick and does not bear flowers, this is a signal that harmony in the family is disturbed and there is a threat of collapse of close relationships.
In a wedding bouquet
In a wedding bouquet, an orchid speaks of seriousness of intentions and a thoughtful decision , and the bride emphasizes her readiness for marriage. An orchid given as a gift for an anniversary or wedding will become a symbol of love, fidelity and long-term relationships.
Why does it bloom?
When an orchid blooms and pleases household members with its appearance for a long time, it means stable and harmonious relationships in the family.
If given
Signs take on a positive or negative aspect depending on who gives the orchid and how. For example:
- Receiving a tropical beauty from a relative means becoming an authority figure for the younger generation.
- A gift in the form of an orchid from children indicates the receipt of new information that motivates a person to be creative. An orchid gift from parents will bring a person even closer to friends.
- An orchid given by a friend indicates a new relationship that will become a guide in the search for self-realization. A plant given by a colleague means a crisis in financial situation and a decrease in income.
- It’s a bad omen if you donate an orchid that was not purchased, but grown at home. There is a belief that the orchid does not recognize the new owner and will begin to drain life energy from it.
The duration of the predicted event is indicated in what form the orchid was presented. If the flower is cut, the event will last as long as the flower remains in the bouquet.
As the plant withers, the intensity of the sign’s impact on human life decreases. A gift of a live orchid in a pot symbolizes spiritual closeness between people.
If there's a baby
If you see small plants in the peduncle or leaf axils, these are baby orchids. This means the flower receives everything it needs for its development and can reproduce. The appearance of orchid babies is a very good sign, indicating agreement and harmony between family members. There is a belief - if an orchid has children, expect something new and wonderful to appear in the family.
As a flower, an orchid does not pose a danger or threat to its surroundings, so you can and should decorate your home interior with this wonderful plant. Receiving competent and proper care, this exotic plant will delight its owners with its exquisite beauty for many years, inspiring them to new achievements and pacifying their vain souls. The recipe for the happy coexistence of an orchid and a person is simple - in order to bloom, you need to love.
What does a flower symbolize among different peoples?
Representatives of various nationalities compare the plant with abstract phenomena. Differences in the meaning of an orchid depend on the mentality and traditions of the country.
Asia
Representatives of Asian countries enjoy the flowering of the plant during the Lunar New Year. The celebration coincides with the arrival of spring. Therefore, the flower is associated with youth, natural beauty and renewal.
In Asia, the orchid is associated with youth and renewal.
Europe
For Europeans, the appearance of an exotic plant is unusual. Previously, only wealthy people could afford such a purchase. This became the reason why this amazing flower became a symbol of sophistication, elegance and even luxury.
America
Residents of North and South America believe that the plant is the embodiment of an unusual approach to traditional things.
Exotic appearance indicates a person’s extraordinary nature and his desire to find a new way to complete a task.
And growth through stones symbolizes the solution to life's problems.
Ancient Greek culture
In ancient Greek culture, you can find the most references to the flower, since thanks to trade, a lot of information about the flora and fauna of other states and colonies came to this country.
The orchid was compared to a beautiful unmarried girl from a rich family, so the plant became a symbol of purity, attractiveness and luxury.
China
The Chinese people retain the meaning of the orchid that was formulated by Confucius more than 24 centuries ago. According to the philosopher, the flower is capable of driving away dark spirits from a person and his family.
After acquiring the plant, all residents of the house will feel that unpleasant thoughts torment them less and less, and interpersonal conflicts have become significantly less.
In China, the orchid is believed to strengthen family ties.
It is important to know! Thanks to the exchange of cultural values and traditions, all the points of view presented above about what the flower symbolizes are still relevant.
