The flower, which will be discussed in this article, gained popularity in our countries just a couple of decades ago. Zamiokulkas zamielistny came to us from hot Africa and very quickly took a leading position among indoor plants in apartments, offices, restaurants and other institutions. Simple care, decorative appearance, as well as many superstitions associated with this flower, help him every year to gain more and more fans. What is the secret zamiokulkasa and what benefits it promises to its owner, you will learn by reading this article.
Signs associated with the flower
With the cultivation of zamiokulkas at home is associated with a lot of signs and superstitions. Let's find out the most popular ones:
- With the advent of this exotic plant in the apartment, you will soon have an improvement in your financial condition. The ancient Eastern practice of Feng Shui states that the Zamiokulkas can attract money to a house. But for this it is necessary to place the pots with this plant in the zone of financial well-being. Some owners of a dollar tree advise to bury coins in the ground, preferably foreign currency.
- Zamioculkas - a symbol of female happiness. If a girl is lonely and cannot marry for a long time or become pregnant, then she will definitely need a dollar tree in the room. The fact is that the flowers of his phallic form and, according to folk signs, they are able to attract male energy, thereby giving the girl real female happiness. By the way, in order to attract a decent man to the house with the help of a flower to work, Zamiokulkas should be presented to you by one of your friends, it is desirable that this be a married girl who is happy in marriage.
- The flowering of a dollar tree is quite a rare phenomenon, so if this happened in your house, then be sure that you are surrounded by positive energy and success, happiness and wealth await you in front of you. If you are in doubt and can not decide on any change in your life, and your pet suddenly blossomed - this is the signal for a successful start of any business. Do not put things on the back burner, because the Universe may not give you a second chance.
Important! In the summer heat arrange a cool shower for zamiokulkas leaves. So you saturate every leaf of the plant with moisture, which will well affect its appearance.
Should I keep at home
Like any houseplant, zamiokulkas should be started if you can provide it with proper care. This exotic flower does not require much effort and skill, and at the same time it can give a special decorative look to any room. Signs associated with its content, not terrible, so everything depends on the degree of your superstition.
Familiarize yourself with the features of zamiokulkas cultivation and its breeding methods.
If you are not too superstitious, then boldly purchase zamiokulkas in any flower shop, and if you expect any influence on your life from this flower, then ask for a dollar tree as a gift and place it in the south-east. It is in this direction that the maximum amount of positive energy is concentrated.
Causes of poor flower health as a signal
Zamioculcas is sensitive to energy fluctuations, therefore, having noticed that your pet has begun to wither and lose leaves, pay attention to the environment surrounding you. Perhaps this is the way the flower is trying to warn you about something. For example, if the administration expects a solution of an important issue from you, and at the Zamiokulkas appearance has deteriorated the day before, then most likely, it is necessary to postpone business affairs for some time. To worsen the condition of the plant under the power of energy stagnation and accumulation of negative energy in the room. According to Feng Shui, general cleaning and mercilessly throwing out unnecessary rubbish are the most effective means in the fight against energy stagnation. 
Zamiokulkas grows poorly in a house where screams, insults and obscene expressions are heard regularly. To give strength to the indoor flower, stop quarreling and remove the checkmate from your conversation. Such a reception will also help strengthen your relationships and affection within the family.
If during this life period you are calm, you have order at work and in the family, and your flower still began to languish - perhaps this is not the fault of the accumulation of negative energy, but your wrong care for this plant. Further in the article we will tell about all the secrets of cultivation of zamiokulkas at home.
Did you know? In China, zamiokulkas are particularly popular - on New Year's holidays, it is decorated with toys and garlands.
Flower care
Let's start with the room temperature - it should not fall below + 10-12 ° C in the winter period. It is very important to choose a well-lit place in the room: a lack of light can significantly slow down its growth and provoke various diseases. It is best to place the window facing south. In the warm season, you can put a pot with zamiokulkas on the balcony or even the street: such air and sun baths will go to his advantage.
Watering the plant is important not to overdo it - the dollar tree has an excellent ability to accumulate moisture in its tubers, so it will survive insufficient watering, but excessive moisture in the soil leads to wilting and yellowing of the leaves, as well as rotting of the root system.
Find out why the leaves of the zamiokulkas turn yellow and what are the main diseases and pests of this plant.
During the period of rest - from September to February - the flower falls into a "hibernation". At this time, watering should be kept to a minimum, and procedures for additional fertilizing should be postponed until spring comes.
In addition to zamiokulkas, succulent plants also include aloe, agave, adenium, kalanchoe, lithops, euphorbia, yucca. Flower growers love them for their amazing beauty and unpretentiousness in care.
During the period of intensive growth, most often from April to August, the frostbite needs feeding. Fertilizers for succulents and cacti are suitable for additional nutrition: they are applied once every two weeks. Another option for feeding Zamiokulkas - spraying the leaves and stems. Urea diluted in water or special nutrient mixtures for spraying are most commonly used.
In order for this type of additional feeding to bring only benefit, it is important to follow the rules for spraying the leaves:
- Do not spray the diseased plant;
- if zamiokulkas shot an arrow with a flower, spraying should be stopped;
- This procedure is carried out only on dry leaves and not more than twice a week.
Important! The leaves of this flower are poisonous. When ingested, they can cause an allergic reaction in adults and stomach upset in children and pets. Wear rubber gloves when working with zamiokulkas and wash your hands thoroughly with soap and water after treating the plant.
Very rarely, but still there is such a need, as the molding of the crown. It can be done both to give a more decorative look to the crown, and to evenly grow new zamiokulkas leaves. Pruning should be carried out during the period of active growth of the plant - in spring or summer. In winter, the flower is in a dormant state, and the cut leaves simply will not grow and may wither.
It is most convenient to form a crown, when new branches grow only up, not to the side. To shape the ball, you need to gently pinch off the topmost kidney and the side leaves, which have grown heavily. After such manipulations, the zamiokulkas will soon take on the desired shape. For the uniform formation of the crown, you need to ensure that all the branches develop in the same way: if one of them began to stand out in height and size, then it is better to remove it - thus, the rest of the plant will receive good nutrition, which will give Zamiokulkas a more decorative appearance.
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Diseases and pests
Zamioculkas has good resistance to diseases and various pests. But sometimes the owners of this houseplant may notice that something is wrong with their flower. Further in the article we will talk about the most frequent diseases and pests affecting the plant, as well as how to effectively deal with them:
- Slow growth, reducing the number of new leaves. First of all, it should be recalled that this flower itself is not distinguished by its rapid growth and development. Therefore, the fact that it extremely rarely pleases you with new leaves should not bother you.
Another thing is when you notice that new leaves become smaller than the previous ones, and their color fades, then, most likely, the reason is a lack of sunlight. Try to put the pot as close as possible to the window or increase its lighting with the help of special fitolamps. Other possible causes of slow growth are a small pot and a lack of trace elements in the soil. In this case, the problem can be corrected by transplanting and administering feedings with a high content of nitrogen and potassium. - Dark spots. If you notice that dark spots suddenly appeared on the leaves, reduce watering. Excessively moist soil in a pot can trigger root rot in a plant. This is a very dangerous disease for Zamiokulkas, due to which it can die. Be sure to check the drainage layer in the pot: if it is broken, you should update it. Another cause of dark spots is drafts and lower temperatures. Try to move the flower to a warmer place, away from open windows and doors.
- Rotting at the root. Radical rot appears due to excessive watering or improperly selected soil. For example, soils with a high clay content do not allow moisture and air to pass through, thereby provoking the rotting of the roots and the stem. If you find signs of this disease in time, then the most effective way is to completely replace the soil in the pot. But do not rush to lower the zamiokulkas into the new soil - let its root system dry for some time.
- Young leaves dry out and fall off. If the young leaves begin to wither and fall, this may indicate a violation in the care of the plant. The most common cause can be drafts, excessive watering and low temperature. Try to replace the soil in the pot and put it in a warmer place - such manipulations are enough for the zamiokulkas to grow again in full force.
Another thing is when you notice that new leaves become smaller than the previous ones, and their color fades, then, most likely, the reason is a lack of sunlight. Try to put the pot as close as possible to the window or increase its lighting with the help of special fitolamps. Other possible causes of slow growth are a small pot and a lack of trace elements in the soil. In this case, the problem can be corrected by transplanting and administering feedings with a high content of nitrogen and potassium.
Did you know? Experienced gardeners have noticed that it is best to transplant Zamiokulkas in the phase of the growing moon. This method also helps to charge the plant with positive energy.
Among the pests that pose a danger to this houseplant are the following:
- Spider mite It is very easy to find it on the flower - on the leaves and between them there appears a web, which the tick weaves. It appears when warm and dry air prevails in the room, and the pest can move from other indoor plants. To rid the leaves of spider mites, you need to treat the affected areas with a solution of laundry soap. A few hours after processing the prepared solution, gently rinse each sheet with clean water. You can also purchase chemicals to combat this pest — Actellic, Aktara, Neoron, and other insect acaricides.
- Shchitovka. This insect affects all parts of the plant - dark spots and brown growths appear on them. This occurs within a short time, since the scythe is multiplying very quickly. In the fight against it, the same means will be useful as against the spider mite.
- Mealybug. This pest is easy to detect on the zamiokulkas - the leaves affected by these worms are deformed and covered with sticky moisture. Get rid of uninvited guests will help you wipe with soapy water or treatment with insecticides.
Now you know how to properly care for Zamiokulkas at home. If all people's signs of good energy and the financial well-being of its owners turn out to be true, then this room flower should definitely grow on the windowsill in every home.
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