In apartments and offices, you can often see a beautiful and evergreen hoya. Basically, it is used to decorate rooms, creating unique design solutions. Even with the wrong supervision, she manages not only to survive, but also to bloom. Various superstitions, among which there are many negative ones, did not bypass her.
Types of wax ivy
A distinctive feature of this vine is its long branches, reaching up to several meters in length. The leaves of a dark emerald color are rough and dense, and the flowers look unnatural, as if they were specially rubbed with wax. Named in honor of the English gardener Thomas Hoy. Ivy can be in the shape of a vine or a bush, and has about 300 species. Florists grow plants of many colors. Inserts of various pastel colors look spectacular.
Hoya McLivray.
The following types are popular:
Hoya Meaty. It got its name from the thick, dense leaves covered with a kind of bloom, reminiscent of wax. It is this layer that protects against moisture loss. The flowers are very fragrant and this species has many varieties.
Hoya the Beautiful... Differs in thin leaves and graceful flowers. Compared with the previous type, it is hygrophilous.
Sheperedi... The leaves are dense and thin, the length is 10 times the width... The umbrella contains up to 15 pieces of fragrant flowers.
Hoya is pale... It has narrow leaves of a pale salad shade and voluminous inflorescences. Characteristic delicious lemon scent.
Kerry. Due to the leaves in the shape of a heart, it is often given to beloved ones, and popular rumor called it "valentine". The color of the leaves changes depending on the abundance of the sap released.
Imperialis. The largest of all species, with 6-8 huge flowers per inflorescence.
Multiflora... Unusual shape of leaves and flowers of white-yellow hue.
Signs on the state of the flower
Hoya is an unpretentious plant that is credited with a wide variety of properties. Depending on what is happening to him, you need to prepare for different life situations. There are a number of signs that indoor ivy can be kept at home.
If the hoya bloomed at the wrong time, then this portends misfortune in the family, which can lead to the death of a person.
If wax ivy has begun to dry, then you should pay attention to your surroundings, perhaps an enemy has appeared among loved ones. The flower absorbed its negative energy, thereby protecting the inhabitants of the house.
Is it possible to keep wax ivy at home - hoya?
There is no consensus on this question. Therefore, each person must decide for themselves. One has only to know that in In general, the flower has a beneficial effect on the microclimate in the space and creates comfort.
It is believed that ivy is not suitable for a lazy person, making him even more apathetic. But the pessimist, on the contrary, will help attract favorable changes in life. Many people believe that hoya is the cause of all sorts of misfortunes. She is also credited with mysterious qualities:
- the plant scares off the male population, destroys relationships;
- the flowering period is accompanied by the appearance of problems in the owner;
- the owner of the flower begins to have financial difficulties;
- the state of health of family members is deteriorating;
- disagreements with management appear in the offices.
Attention! There is a belief that wax ivy removes not only sores, but also scares off ill-wishers.
Hoya Linearis.
Hoya in everyday life and decor
Wax ivy is an easy plant to plant and maintain. Even a beginner can grow it. With the right technology, the plant will annually delight you with beautiful flowering for a long time. Among the popular varieties of culture:
- Hoya is fleshy. Climbing plant with large leaves and inflorescences of 20 flowers. Their color is pale pink, but there may be other variations.
Fleshy
- Hoya bella or beautiful. A low-growing shrub with small leaves and star-shaped flowers. The color of the flowers is white with a raspberry center.
Hoya bella
- Hoya is majestic. Liana with long leaves. Umbrella inflorescences consist of 6 red flowers.
Majestic
Florists agree that wax ivy is worth growing. The plant has excellent decorative properties. They are used to decorate walls and vertical structures. You can also grow it as a shrub. The halo of bad rumors around the hoya has been scientifically dispelled. So if you want to decorate your home, ignore prejudice.
Where to put ivy hoyu in feng shui?
In Chinese philosophy Feng Shui the plant harmonizes home energy, gives calmness and helps to relax. He has a very soft, pleasant and kind energy, able to eliminate negativity and negative emotions.
Taking into account the goals and wishes, it is placed in different places. It is no coincidence that the miracle plant was nicknamed flower of family happiness:
- to harmonize the relationship between husband and wife and to revive the former passion, put ivy in the bedroom;
- hoya will help the baby to become more decisive and increase self-esteemif you find a place for it in children's room;
- in the living room, a flower will contribute to relaxation after a difficult day and will remove extraneous thoughts from the head.
Hoya Pubicalix.
Important! In the office space, the plant will help to strengthen the authority and establish useful contacts.
Home care
Caring for a hoe at home is quite simple and subject to even a novice florist.
Giovane pianta
The soil
The soil substrate must be breathable. When growing a plant in a small flowerpot, it is preferable to opt for a fine-grained soil substrate, and in a large container, a coarser permeable one is used.
Fertilizers and feeding
Hoya needs to be fed with fertilizers containing macro- and microelements throughout the growing season. The manipulation is carried out every 14 days, using special complex fertilizers for this.
Landing
If you want to achieve abundant flowering, transplant the plant into a pot whose diameter is not much larger than the previous one. To enhance the growth of plants, take a spacious pot. A drainage layer is poured at the bottom of the container.
Temperature
The air temperature in the room should be in the range of + 19 ... + 26 degrees, in winter it should not fall below +15 degrees.
Illumination
The plant needs diffused light. Thanks to this, the leaf plates acquire a rich color, the hoya blooms for a long time and profusely.
Watering
In the warm season, water is moderately watered until the earthen coma is completely dry. In winter, the watering regime is minimal.
Transfer
The indoor culture is transplanted once every 3-4 years, so as not to damage the roots of the plant, since the hoya is difficult to transplant, it is restored for a long time.
Hoya - wax ivy: does it bring misfortune?
Many people perceive this plant in a negative way. It is believed that it becomes the source of all troubles. You can avoid them by throwing it away.
Reference! It should be noted that such superstitions do not apply to wax ivy. Hoya can only drive enemies out of the house.
Hoya Karnova tricolor.
Unlike common ivy, waxy grows very well in company with other potted plants and does not drain the life potential from them... There is another prophecy due to the strong scent. Some people believe that hoya can even kill with its scent. However, this is just prejudice, as it is well studied and does not belong to the category of poisonous.
Diseases and pests
Wax ivy is quite unpretentious and rarely exposed to diseases and pests. This happens only with improper care, maintenance in unsuitable conditions. Aphids, red spider mites, and scale insects may appear on the plant. An insecticidal agent will help.
Lack of moisture leads to the formation of leaves with an irregular shape. Excess moisture and temperature fluctuations lead to the formation of fungus. Because of this, rot, spotting appears. Only treatment with a copper-soap solution will help. Leaves are covered with spots when exposed to the sun, excessive feeding, watering with cold water. Due to the lack of nitrogen, the leaves turn pale, grow slowly.
Is it possible to keep a hoyu flower at home, everyone will decide for himself if he tries to do it. Flower allergy may be the only obstacle.
The harm and benefits of hoya for humans
Like all plants, ivy is endowed with different properties, which also depend on the characteristics of a person: his physical and emotional health. Hoya cleans the air well and produces oxygen, improves well-being and gives energy and strength for further achievements..
The leaves are suitable for combating corbunculosis and other diseases. Harmful properties:
- juice can cause skin reactions and irritation, therefore, when caring for a plant, you must observe safety measures;
- a strong odor in some varieties can cause allergic reactions, this is especially true for small spaces.
Is hoya poisonous?
Hoya is really poisonous, moreover, all its parts: stems, flowers and leaves. It is dangerous for both humans and pets. In a house with small children, it is better not to start wax ivy or place it on the wall out of the reach of the child.
Important! do not allow hoya juice to get on the skin and mucous membranes. All work on transplanting or pruning a plant should be carried out with gloves. If the juice gets into the eyes, rinse them with plenty of cold water and immediately consult an ophthalmologist.
Folk omens and superstitions about wax ivy
Many negative beliefs are attributed to the plant. It is believed that it attracts negative energy and draws life force from living beings. That is why it is often placed at the front door. Thus, she takes away the negative from incoming guests.
Many do not recommend ivy to unmarried ladies, as it scares off potential gentlemen. It is believed that in a place where there is a hoya, there is no place for a man. However, according to other beliefs, ivy, on the contrary, strengthens family relationships. The inconsistency of signs is associated with the fact that all flowers grow in different ways. Finding the cause of your unhappiness is much easier in a foreign object, and not in yourself.
Possible problems
When growing this room crop, the following problems may arise:
- if the air in the room is very dry and hot, too bright lighting, hoya leaves can curl, turn yellow and fall off;
- when the soil was excessively moistened, the flowerpot was placed in another place, the hoya can shed the leaves;
- the appearance of spots on the leaves can be caused by insufficient illumination or bright sunlight;
- a delay in flowering can be triggered by insufficient lighting, warm wintering. To start the process, you can try using a warm shower;
- if the plant slows down in growth, the leaf plates acquire a light green hue, then most likely the hoya is deficient in nutrients. It is necessary to replace the soil substrate.
Flower care
In the house for the plant, it is better to choose the space between the west and east wing. In the autumn-winter period, the plant is moved to the window on the south side. The main condition for flowering is the availability of sufficient lighting. Also hoya is difficult to tolerate moving and rearrangement.
Proper care is based on the following rules:
- selection and landing only in high-quality soil: airy and loose;
- correct fit;
- maintaining a suitable temperature regime: not higher than 25 C in summer, and about 10-15 C in winter;
- ivy loves good lighting;
- timely moistening of the soil and top dressing;
- the plant does not like airing;
- special care in winter: coolness with limited watering (once a month);
- assistance in the formation of a vine: the creation of guides and supports.
Wax ivy is often passed down in one family from generation to generation. It is considered unpretentious and pleases with its beautiful appearance. Believe it or not in the signs associated with a given plant, each person decides independently.
Is the flower to blame for human troubles
People tend to blame anyone for their troubles, but not themselves. This happens because a person is used to constantly shifting his responsibility onto others' shoulders. Hoya is a great example of how a harmless flower can become a real monster in the eyes of people.
Distrust is already caused by the fact that all the signs and superstitions about the hoya kerry flower are filled with contradictions. Believe in them or not is everyone's business. But one thing is known for sure: only the person himself is to blame for his troubles and failures.
Description
Evergreen liana reaches a maximum of 6 m at home. Young shoots without leaves have a brown color with a purple tint. When leaves and air roots appear, they turn green, and after a while they turn woody.
Leathery leaves are moderately fleshy, as if covered with wax, with small grayish dots. Hoya species differ in different sizes and color of foliage shades. With age, shiny leaves become dull. They are oval or heart-shaped.
Flowers are collected in umbrellas, which sometimes number up to 50 pieces. The flowers have 5 round petals. Each flower is 1 or 2 cm in diameter. Velvety flowers are distinguished by white, greenish or brownish colors. The bloom of the bud lasts up to 3 weeks. Then a new flower is formed in its place. Hoya begins to bloom in the last decade of May and continues to delight others until mid-autumn.
When wax ivy blooms, nectar is released: Hoya belongs to honey plants. The flower has a pronounced pleasant aroma. It is safe and does not belong to the poison ivy group. Culture does not inhibit the development of other plants in the home.
According to psychics, wax ivy with its energy reduces aggression and competition between everyone with whom it is in the neighborhood. Therefore, Hoya is in demand in offices to create a favorable work environment. Occasionally, the fragrant aroma of a flower is the cause of a headache. An allergic reaction is possible upon contact with wax ivy in people with hypersensitivity. Cultivation of Hoya will bring a lot of pleasure and comfort to the florists in the apartment.
