Find out which plant is best for you or as a gift
Plants, flowers and other foliage symbolize emotions, ideas and actions. Each plant has its own meaning, and knowing its symbolism can help you surround yourself with those who attract what you want, as well as create a positive environment. Another thing to keep in mind when choosing a plant or floral gift is that different colors also have their meanings.
This list has meaning of 15 plants and what kind of personality corresponds, find your!
bromeliad (Tillandsia)
Meaning: freedom and creativity
Great for: people who like to move or live in small spaces
Bromeliads, also called aerial plants, grow at temperatures between 10º and 32ºC and in indirect sunlight. But be sure to keep them away from any hot or cold drafts that might dry them out. To water bromeliads, soak them in water for 10-15 minutes every 1-2 weeks.
bonsai (Juniperus procumbens)
Meaning: Harmony, wisdom and calm
Great for: Someone who needs more balance in their life
Bonsai like a lot of direct sunlight, being watered once a week. They also need misting on the leaves so their pores don’t get clogged. Bonsai tree care involves pruning, which becomes easier over time.
cactus (cactaceae)
Meaning: protection and resistance
Great for: someone who is very determined or who is having a hard time
Cacti thrive when watered about once a week, although they can survive on less. Most cacti like direct light, but be sure to look into your cactus’s needs as the species have different care needs.
Ficus (Ficus microcarpa)
Meaning: abundance and peace
Great for: someone who is a leader to symbolize unity and success
Ficus plants need indirect sunlight and should be watered weekly. But they cannot be watered during the winter
Boa constrictors (golden epiprene)
Meaning: perseverance and desire
Great for: someone who continually follows their dreams: try a hanging arrangement to symbolize reaching new heights
Caring for boa constrictors includes keeping them in medium indirect light and letting the soil dry between waterings in the colder months and keeping the soil moist during the hottest times of the year.
lucky bamboo (Dracaena braunii)
Meaning: good luck and longevity
Great for: someone who is entering a new chapter in their life
Make sure the bamboo roots are always covered with water, try to refill the pot every 7-10 days. Bamboo prefers moderate to indirect sunlight.
Monguba (aquatic pachira)
Meaning: Wealth and good luck
Great for: Someone who is career oriented or starting a new business
Mongubas perform best in average temperatures (23 ° C), but can survive temperatures above and below ideal. They love direct and indirect sunlight and need moist soil in the warmer months, but when it’s cold, it’s not a problem if they allow the soil to dry out between waterings when it’s cool.
Adam’s rib (delicious monsters)
Meaning: Honor, respect and longevity
Great for: someone who appreciates their education and family history
Caring for Adam’s ribs involves watering the plant when the first few inches of its soil are dry. Keep them in indirect sunlight and at temperatures of 20-32ºC.
Peace lily (spathiphyllum)
Meaning: peace and sympathy
Great for: someone who has suffered a recent loss or needs to remember the peace in their life
Peace lilies do best in evenly moist soil. They prefer bright light and are more comfortable at low (15ºC) and medium temperatures.
Banana Monkey (Philodendron bipinnatifidum)
Meaning: Love for nature and growth
Great for: Someone who cares about the environment or is experiencing personal growth
Philodendrons can survive in the low and high temperature range and do best in indirect light. They should be watered when the soil is semi-dry.
Prayer plant (Maranta leuconeura)
Meaning: devotion and concentration
Great for: someone who likes to be organized and on schedule, like changing the leaves on a prayer plant
Grow maranta in medium bright to filtered light conditions, although they can survive even in low light conditions. Use lukewarm water to keep the soil moist, but don’t make it soggy and full of water.
Sword of St. George (Sansevieria trifasciata)
Meaning: Cleanliness and toughness
Great for: someone who is creative or a housewarming gift because it naturally purifies the air
Caring for Espadas de São Jorge includes keeping them in indirect light and average temperatures. You should let the soil dry out between waterings and avoid getting the leaves wet.
Bind (Chlorophyte comosum)
Meaning: full attention and health
Great for: someone moving house for the first time
Ties love bright indirect light and low temperatures. Water the plant well, but be careful not to over water. Their small size makes them a good option to have in an apartment.
juicy (Sedum morganianum)
Meaning: loyalty and endurance
Great for: someone who is reliable and always available for you
Succulents are low maintenance plants, a good rule of thumb for watering is once a week and make sure the soil is moist but not soggy. Most succulents need at least six hours of sunlight.
Venus Flytrap / Flycatcher (Dionaea muscipula)
Meaning: strength and courage
Great for: someone adventurous or eccentric
Flycatchers require direct sunlight, so try to keep them near a sunny window. They prefer warmer climates but can survive even varying average temperatures. The soil should be moist but not soggy, so water it as they lose moisture depending on the season.
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Source: Terra
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