Indoor plants for allergy sufferers. Indoor flowers that can cause allergic diseases. Harmful to the child

Coziness and comfort in the house is often associated not only with upholstered furniture, modern household appliances and beautiful finishing materials, but also with indoor flowers.

Green "favorites" not only decorate the room, but also fill it with oxygen, humidify the air, purify it from toxic substances.

So, for example, the juice of some indoor flowers is very poisonous, and if ingested causes burns or poisoning. Even touching certain exotics can cause irritation, dermatitis. Not to mention contact with juice, which is simply possible when cutting branches or leaves.

The aroma of some flowers can be very strong, causing allergic reactions.

It is especially important to be aware of the characteristics of your indoor plants those who have children, pets, who suffer from allergies.

Therefore, when buying another green "friend", you need to find out if it is poisonous?

In the article you will find out which plants cannot be kept at home and why, as well as which indoor flowers you may be allergic to.

poisonous flowers

• Many representatives belonging to the Kutrov family- plumeria, strophanthus, carissa, raufolfia, razia. Especially common are adenium. All parts of these flowers, even the seeds, contain poisonous substances. A small piece of a leaf that has entered the digestive system causes loss of consciousness, disruption of the heart, vomiting, diarrhea, decreased blood pressure, respiratory arrest, up to lethal outcome. The smell of oleander flowers can cause headache and dizziness;
• 
  - releases a lot at night carbon dioxide and therefore can cause headaches and insomnia. Too strong a scent can cause an allergic reaction. If ingested, it causes severe poisoning;
• Nightshade family- browallia, brunfelsia, capsicum. Pseudo-pepper nightshade is very popular, the beautiful orange-red fruits of which make you want to taste it, especially in children. It is the fruits that cause nausea, vomiting, elevated compartment saliva, cough. And nightshade juice, when it comes into contact with the skin, causes irritation;
• Members of the aroid family-, calladium, - contain oxalic acid and the amino acid aspargin - very caustic substances. If the juice gets on the skin, irritation and dermatitis appear, conjunctivitis in the eyes, swelling, vomiting, pain, increased salivation in the mouth and stomach;
• Azalea- has a high toxicity. When ingested, it causes colic, convulsions, diarrhea. Andrometaxins contained in it affect the heart and nervous system. The smell of flowers can cause dizziness and loss of consciousness.
• Plants of the Euphorbiaceae family- jatropha, akalifa and, beloved by many, croton and (the most beautiful euphorbia). The white juice of the plant, which appears at the slightest damage, causes irritation and burns when it comes into contact with the skin. If the juice gets into the mouth, there will be a burn of the mucous membrane and swelling of the larynx, then - a disorder of the nervous and digestive system. If it gets into the eyes - conjunctivitis and temporary blindness;
• ficus- if particles of the plant come into contact with the skin, it can cause irritation, allergies, eczema, dermatitis, vomiting, diarrhea, bronchial asthma. Especially dangerous for sensitive people prone to allergies;
• Stellera dwarf and Japanese rhodea- if you swallow a small piece of a leaf containing poisonous juice, then a burn, swelling and even numbness of the vocal cords will occur;
• Tulip Gesner- if this flower grows in a room where the owners are often located for several years in a row, people will begin to lose their hair, which over time can lead to baldness;
• Tuberose- the smell of flowers can cause headache, dizziness, depression;
• Hemanthus and amaryllis belladonna- contain toxic substances in leaves and bulbs. Even with normal care, they can cause allergies;
• - toxic substances are mostly found in tubers. Their poisoning is detected in vomiting, and when it comes into contact with the skin, inflammation and irritation appear.

Indoor flowers allergens

Mostly allergic reactions are caused by plants containing highly volatile essential oils or biologically active substances(alkaloids, saponins).

It is important to consider that the presence or absence of an allergy to a particular plant is an individual phenomenon.. It depends on personal intolerance or tolerance of a person to the secretions of a certain type of flower.

Indoor flowers and plants that cause allergies:

So, when choosing a houseplant, it is important not only to find out about its decorative properties, but also about whether it is dangerous for humans. Which indoor plants and flowers cause you allergies - you can determine with a dermatologist.

Feng Shui

Feng Shui - Chinese teaching about the organization of human living space. In it, indoor plants are assigned special place. It is believed that many plants are able to bring their special energy into a person's home. And it is not always favorable for the people living there. That is why many houseplants that are popular with us cannot be kept at home according to this teaching.

According to the teachings of Feng Shui, plants with sharp needles and pointed leaf configuration should not be kept in the house.. These are: cacti, and many others. It is believed that such flowers can sow seeds of discord in the family, which will disrupt the calm course of people's lives.

But if such plants are already present in the house, they should not be thrown away. They just can not be placed close to the place of rest or in children's rooms. Such flowers have a place in the office, as sharp needles and leaves stimulate mental activity.

This article is often read:

Does not favor feng shui and climbing plants. It is believed that all these species have a very heavy negative energy, the manifestation of which is unacceptable in people's homes. Many of these plants are called energy vampires that live off other beings and weaken them.

That is why such flowers as monsters, waxes have no place inside the house. But ivy is often planted at the entrance to the house. He protects the home of people and does not let the evil energy of envious people through. And arbors, entwined with ivy, well absorb the negative energy accumulated during the day.

Now you know which houseplants should not be kept at home according to Feng Shui.

Folk omens and superstitions

Consider which plants can not be kept at home according to signs. According to our folk signs, you cannot keep much more plants in the house than according to Feng Shui. Superstition did not bypass not only cacti, sansevieria and different kinds ivy, but also palms, ficuses, spathiphyllums, callas and even orchids.

Numerous folk omens talking about harm palm trees in the apartment. It cannot be brought into the house, as it attracts misfortune. The owner of the palm tree will certainly suffer great grief.

ficus in many countries it is considered a very useful and comforting plant. But our signs say otherwise. It negatively affects reproductive function. A woman in whose house a ficus grows will not have children.

Per spathiphyllum the name "muzhegon" was firmly fixed. Women or young girls should not start this flower. A flower will not allow you to create a family or destroy an existing one.

True, not everything is clear with this plant. It has another name - "women's happiness." Apparently, for some women, the flower still helps to find family well-being.

Hibiscus considered a dangerous plant that attracts trouble. People believe that the "Chinese rose" blooms shortly before the death of a family member.

callas- unusual and beautiful flowers, but they have long been considered unlucky. They are very often brought to funerals, which is probably why they are called grave flowers and are not recommended to be kept in the house. If calla blooms - wait for the death of a loved one.

BUT orchid became famous as a strong energy vampire. She takes away strength from a person if she is nearby. Therefore, it is not recommended to keep it in the bedroom or in the children's room.

Useful plants for the home

If we discard all superstitions and teachings related to energy, you can find a lot of indoor plants from which a person receives real benefits. They purify the air, release useful substances that kill pathogenic bacteria. And there are medicinal plants, without which during the peak infectious diseases just not enough.

A number of indoor plants purify the air well, absorbing harmful substances in it and releasing a large amount of oxygen. These include: monstera, ivy, dieffenbachia, chlorophytum, alocasia, sansevieria. Also, dust settles well on them, which also makes the air in the house cleaner.

Plants that produce phytoncides are of particular benefit.. They reduce the number of microorganisms in the air by tens and even hundreds of times.

These plants include all coniferous species, pelargonium, oleander. It should also be noted the beneficial properties of some cacti, which purify the air from a fungal infection several times.

The most common medicinal plants in room culture are Kalanchoe. These species contain light natural antibiotic which does not harm the human body.

The juice of these plants is used to treat pneumonia, bronchitis, sinusitis, otitis and acute respiratory diseases.

Add site to bookmarks

What indoor flowers can a person be allergic to?

When buying this or that house plant, you should know which indoor flowers you may be allergic to. Runny nose, sneezing, tears - very unpleasant surprises after purchase. The fact is that essential oils, spores, pollen of many plants spread easily in a closed room and can cause an allergic attack.

Manifestations of allergy to plants: conjunctivitis, rhinitis, laryngitis, bronchitis and asthma attacks.

Manifestations of allergies to plants

1. Conjunctivitis. This is an inflammation of the mucous membrane of the eyes (conjunctiva), which is manifested by tearing, redness of the eyes, severe itching and swelling of the eyelids.
2. Rhinitis. This is an inflammation of the nasal mucosa, accompanied by itching, sneezing and fluid.
3. Laryngitis is manifested by sore throat and dry cough.
4. Bronchitis and asthma attacks can be expressed in asthma attacks, swelling of the respiratory system.
5. Skin reactions are in the form of redness, rashes and burns.

Back to index

What indoor flowers can cause allergies?

Quaranthus during flowering causes shortness of breath and dizziness in a person.

1. Many housewives love to grow geraniums, which are known for their medicinal properties. Its essential oils relieve headaches, purify the air, and can get rid of mosquitoes. But at the same time, they can cause a strong allergic reaction in the form of suffocation.
2. Ferns often cause allergies during flowering. Very small flying spores during flowering are easily spread around the house, causing irritation of the nose, eyes and throat. An incessant cough may begin.
3. During flowering, the flowers of the Amaryllis family smell very strongly. Allergy to indoor plants of this family is very serious. Their fragrance can cause shortness of breath.
4. Dieffenbachia has poisonous juice that can cause skin irritation and even burns. Cyclamen, philodendron and aglaonema have the same property.
5. Quaranthus, oleander, alamander. During flowering, they spread a divine fragrance, which, unfortunately, can cause shortness of breath and dizziness.
6. The milky juice secreted by plants of the Euphorbiaceae family is very dangerous.
7. Famous for its medicinal properties of Kalanchoe can cause skin allergies, and when ingested - swelling of the bronchi. This is also dangerous for a fat woman.
8. The air-purifying agave sometimes causes burns on the skin.

Parents know how difficult it is to keep track of a curious baby. It doesn't take long for him to tear off and take a beautiful leaf of poisonous dieffenbachia into his mouth. And a seemingly safe plant will become a potential threat to the child. Parents-florists need to follow some rules:

Fern causes irritation to the nose, eyes and throat.

1. Children are more susceptible to allergic reactions than adults. It is imperative to protect the child from contact with indoor flowers that cause allergies. Remove all poisonous and potentially allergenic flowers from your home.
2. Completely exclude tactile contact with plants. To do this, place them out of reach of the child.
3. To prevent your son or daughter from accidentally eating fertilizer, use only liquid preparations.
4. Regularly remove dust from the leaves, this will help indoor flowers purify the air.

A person is always trying to create comfort in the house, surrounding himself with flowers. As a rule, housewives are guided by the appearance of the plant and the ease of care for it. But if you have allergies among you, especially among children, purchase indoor flowers with caution! Before buying, carefully study the flower so that there is no disappointment later. After all, plants that cause allergies are mostly safe if you properly care for them. For example, use gloves to avoid exposure to milky juice.

When thinking about an allergy to indoor flowers in your household, do not forget that non-plants can cause similar signs. The allergen can be dust accumulated on the leaves. The applied fertilizers can cause a painful reaction. Soil fungi are also very dangerous. Therefore, to prevent recurring signs of allergies, it is important to correctly identify and eliminate the allergen. Remember that allergies are serious illness treatment should only be handled by a doctor.

But allergies are not a death sentence. You should know that not all indoor flowers cause allergies.

No cases of the disease have been identified in the cultivation of tradescantia, begonia, balsam, dracaena, aloe, chlorophytum.

They are absolutely safe for owners and will be a wonderful decoration of any interior.

To create comfort in the house and to make life brighter, people often purchase indoor plants. However, when buying such decor, they often unknowingly receive indoor plants that cause allergies in both children and adults. Therefore, such purchases must be approached thoughtfully and after a thorough study of all the properties of plants.

Most allergy sufferers are no strangers to seasonal rhinitis, watery eyes, and headaches. Nevertheless, they are always surprised by the manifestation allergic symptoms in the offseason. And few of them understand that unpleasant symptoms provokes an allergy to houseplants. Allergenic symptoms appear due to the following reasons.

Firstly, most potted plants are brought from other countries and even other continents. Since the organisms of our fellow citizens are often not adapted to unfamiliar substances synthesized by imported plants, they perceive them as a threat. Therefore, exotic indoor plants so often cause allergies. At the same time, plants from our climatic zone are much less likely to provoke such reactions, unless, of course, they are poisonous.

Secondly, many flowers contain significant amounts of essential oils, alkaloids, saponins and other light volatile substances. They often become allergenic and, getting into the respiratory tract of a person, cause itching, swelling and other allergy symptoms.

Thirdly, allergic reactions often occur due to the smallest particles of plants, which are easily carried around the dwelling with dry air. For example, some varieties of ferns during the breeding season can cause allergies with their spores that have settled in respiratory tract person.

Fourthly, sometimes the dust that systematically settles on the flowers becomes a provocateur of an allergic reaction. Often, along with it, alkaloids, pollen and other allergens are found on the leaves, which serve as a source allergic rhinitis even after the end of the flowering period. That is why the dust from the leaves of plants should be regularly cleaned with a damp sponge.

Symptoms of Allergy to Houseplants

Allergy to indoor plants in children and adults can manifest sudden symptoms when a flower appeared in the house relatively recently and the family does not yet know about its allergenic properties. Hypersensitivity to a new plant can cause sharp deterioration well-being, and in some cases even possible serious complications such as asthma. But often an allergy to flowers in the house reveals itself in such forms.

1. Rhinitis. They are provoked by pollen, dry plant particles or dust. Against the background of rhinitis, an unbearable itching appears in the nose, mucus (“water from the nose”) is released from it, and frequent sneezing is also observed. In addition, there may be swelling of the palate and mucous membranes of the nose, swelling and redness of the eyelids, their itching, increased tearing and allergic conjunctivitis.
2. Laryngitis. In this case, a person is plagued by a sore throat, an exhausting cough and difficulty in breathing, and blue lips and nose wings are also observed. Often, this symptomatology torments an allergic person at night and it doesn’t matter where the plants are located in the house, and whether a person has been in contact with them during the day.
3. Tracheobronchitis. For them, manifestations of a dry cough are typical, which intensifies from time to time. There may also be swelling of the respiratory organs.
4. Skin reactions. Similar allergic reactions are possible with direct interaction with the poisonous juice of the flower. It can cause redness, rashes and even burns. Certain plants, such as ficus, synthesize a special secret. After touching the leaves of the plant, the skin becomes hypersensitive and extremely susceptible to environmental stimuli. In fact, there is no reaction, but if you get exposed to UV radiation after contact with ficus, you can get a severe burn in a fairly short period of time.

In particular serious cases notes:

• general weakness;
• a sharp increase in temperature;
• headache and dizziness;
• irritability or drowsiness;
• also prolonged contact with the allergen can provoke bronchial asthma.

List of indoor flowers that cause allergies

There are special publications in which you can find information on which indoor plants you may be allergic to. The table shows only the most common of them.

As already mentioned, these are far from all plant representatives that can lead to the development of a serious allergic reaction.

It is necessary with great care to approach the choice and acquisition of houseplants. They should not only please the eye and evoke positive emotions, but also not pose a danger.

The safest plants for allergies

It is already more or less clear which indoor plants cause allergies, so it remains only to clarify which home flowers are best to give preference to. It is believed that plants that need high humidity air - less dangerous for allergy sufferers. Below is a list of plants that do not cause allergies.

Naturally, there are many more safe plants. You can always find out about the properties of flowers from employees of garden centers or by referring to data from reference books. Even if you spend a considerable amount of time searching for information, this investment will fully justify itself. After all, correctly selected flowers for the home will help to avoid allergies, especially if you have a tendency to this.

Coziness and comfort in the house is often associated not only with upholstered furniture, modern household appliances and beautiful finishing materials, but also with indoor flowers.

Green "favorites" not only decorate the room, but also fill it with oxygen, humidify the air, and purify it of toxic substances. And this can be said about almost every plant. However, some of them, in addition to useful properties, can also bring harm.

So, for example, the juice of some indoor flowers is very poisonous, and if ingested causes burns or poisoning. Even touching certain exotics can cause irritation, dermatitis. Not to mention contact with juice, which is simply possible when cutting branches or leaves.

The aroma of some flowers can be very strong, causing allergic reactions.

It is especially important to know about the features of your indoor plants for those who have children, pets, who suffer from allergies.

Therefore, when buying another green "friend", you need to find out if it is poisonous?

In the article you will find out which plants cannot be kept at home and why, as well as which indoor flowers you may be allergic to.

poisonous flowers

Indoor flowers allergens

In general, allergic reactions are caused by plants containing volatile essential oils or biologically active substances (alkaloids, saponins).

It is important to consider that the presence or absence of an allergy to a particular plant is an individual phenomenon.. It depends on personal intolerance or tolerance of a person to the secretions of a certain type of flower.

Indoor flowers and plants that cause allergies:

So, when choosing a houseplant, it is important not only to find out about its decorative properties, but also about whether it is dangerous for humans. Which indoor plants and flowers cause you allergies - you can determine with a dermatologist.

Feng Shui

Feng Shui is a Chinese teaching about the organization of human living space. In it, indoor plants have a special place. It is believed that many plants are able to bring their special energy into a person's home. And it is not always favorable for the people living there. That is why many houseplants that are popular with us cannot be kept at home according to this teaching.

According to the teachings of Feng Shui, plants with sharp needles and pointed leaf configuration should not be kept in the house.. These are: cacti, sansevieria, spurge and many others. It is believed that such flowers can sow seeds of discord in the family, which will disrupt the calm course of people's lives.

But if such plants are already present in the house, they should not be thrown away. They just can not be placed close to the place of rest or in children's rooms. Such flowers have a place in the office, as sharp needles and leaves stimulate mental activity.

Does not favor feng shui and climbing plants. It is believed that all these species have a very heavy negative energy, the manifestation of which is unacceptable in people's homes. Many of these plants are called energy vampires that live off other beings and weaken them.

That is why such flowers as ivy, monstera, wax flowers have no place inside the house. But ivy is often planted at the entrance to the house. He protects the home of people and does not let the evil energy of envious people through. And arbors, entwined with ivy, well absorb the negative energy accumulated during the day.

Now you know which houseplants should not be kept at home according to Feng Shui.

Folk omens and superstitions

Consider which plants can not be kept at home according to signs. According to our folk signs, you cannot keep much more plants in the house than according to Feng Shui. Superstition did not bypass not only cacti, sansevieria and various types of ivy, but also palm trees, ficuses, spathiphyllums, hibiscus, calla lilies and even orchids.

Numerous folk signs speak of harm palm trees in the apartment. It cannot be brought into the house, as it attracts misfortune. The owner of the palm tree will certainly suffer great grief.

ficus in many countries it is considered a very useful and comforting plant. But our signs say otherwise. It negatively affects reproductive function. A woman in whose house a ficus grows will not have children.

Per spathiphyllum the name "muzhegon" was firmly fixed. Women or young girls should not start this flower. A flower will not allow you to create a family or destroy an existing one.

True, not everything is clear with this plant. It has another name - "women's happiness." Apparently, for some women, the flower still helps to find family well-being.

Hibiscus considered a dangerous plant that attracts trouble. People believe that the "Chinese rose" blooms shortly before the death of a family member.

callas- unusual and beautiful flowers, but they have long been considered unlucky. They are very often brought to funerals, which is probably why they are called grave flowers and are not recommended to be kept in the house. If calla blooms - wait for the death of a loved one.

BUT orchid became famous as a strong energy vampire. She takes away strength from a person if she is nearby. Therefore, it is not recommended to keep it in the bedroom or in the children's room.

dom-florista.ru

The myths and reality of houseplant allergies

The occurrence of allergies does not occur in all people, but only in those who have genetic predisposition to the disease. The list of especially dangerous plants for allergy sufferers has long been known, but you should not immediately get rid of your home flowers. Green flowers are no more dangerous for our body than household chemicals and medications. An allergy to flowers is unlikely to occur unless you decide to consume the flowers (or their juice) internally.

There are some types of indoor plants, the allergens of which are in their poisonous juice and it is impossible to use these remedies in traditional medicine or food. It is also not uncommon for cases when the cause of an allergy is not flowers, but the soil on which the plant grows.

If you are going to transplant a seedling, then do it with gloves and wash your hands thoroughly after the procedure. Since soil or plant residues can get into the mucous membranes and thereby cause an allergic reaction in the body.

During flowering periods, thoroughly ventilate the room, since the release of substances and pollen into the air at high concentrations can have negative impact on the human body. In any case, if the suspicion of feeling unwell fell on indoor plants, then we advise you to carefully study the symptoms and, if you find them in yourself, immediately consult a doctor.

Causes of allergy to indoor flowers

Plants are living organisms that have their own life processes. It is these processes that contain indoor plant allergens, and a person may experience an allergic reaction to them. The main reason for the development of reactions is pollen, which appears at the time of flowering. Also, if you do not properly care for your flowers, they turn into dust collectors. As a result, this can cause a disease in humans, and also harms the flowers. An allergy to indoor plants can also appear from the plant itself, for no apparent reason. Let's look at some basic plant care rules:

• Water in time (depending on the type);
• Dust the leaves regularly. To do this, you will need a dry towel or napkin. This procedure will help maintain the health of the plant and eliminate the appearance of an allergy to dust in humans;
• Irrigate the leaves with water (about once a week in the hot season and once every two weeks in the cold). This procedure will help retain moisture and give extra care plant. To carry out the manipulation, it is necessary to have a container with a spray gun;
• Choose the right pot depending on the size and characteristics of the flowers, as well as transplant in time;
• Remove dried and faded parts of green crops.

Such simple manipulations help keep the flowers in looking good, as well as reduce the possibility of allergies to a minimum.

Another reason for allergies to indoor flowers can be fertilizers. No matter how the sellers of “flower food” assure you that it is natural, remember that one way or another it contains an impressive amount of chemicals that are not always useful for both plants and people.

Houseplant allergens: a list of the most popular

What indoor flowers cause allergies? This question is probably asked by many people who know about this type of allergy. Of course, there are indoor flowers that cause allergies in people, and here are some of them:

• Azalea;
• Hydrangea;
• Philodendron;
• Adenium;
• Mandevila;
• Carissa;
• Primrose;
• Geranium;
• Fern.

When asked which indoor flowers you may be allergic to, remember this list. The list is not complete, however, these are the most common allergens for our area.

You have learned which indoor flowers cause allergies, and now you can easily choose the plant you need for yourself. If you hesitate in choosing a flower to create comfort, then here is a list of indoor plants that do not cause allergies:

• Begonia;
• Homemade pineapples;
• Heather;
• Palm plants.

Here are some allergy-friendly flowers that will help you avoid unpleasant allergic sensations, as well as create a green corner in the house.

Allergy to flowers - symptoms

It is quite difficult to identify an allergy in yourself, because if you have not encountered this disease before, its symptoms will be incomprehensible to you. Most often, symptoms are attributed to such diseases as: colds, SARS and acute respiratory infections. A neglected allergy can cause the development of pathologies dangerous to human health and life.

We figured out which indoor plants cause allergies, let's now look at the main symptoms of an allergic reaction in humans:

• The appearance of signs of pollinosis. Characterized by the occurrence of increased tearing, swelling, copious excretion mucus from the nose, swelling in the eyelids, excessive sneezing, dry, prolonged and irritating cough, as well as respiratory allergies;
• Eating disorders are more common in people with weak stomach and young children - vomiting and nausea are possible;
• There are somatic reactions of the body. Appears severe itching, which leads to scratching of the skin surface, dryness and inflammation;
• Skin manifestations are represented by urticaria, atopic dermatitis, neurodermatitis. Dermatitis occurs in various forms (erythematous-squamous, exudative, lichenoid or prurigo-like). There is a violation of pigmentation of the skin, the appearance of inflammation, erosion. Damaged areas of the skin are covered with scales and ulcers.

If you find yourself experiencing these symptoms, we recommend that you contact your doctor. He will spend necessary diagnostics will advise you and prescribe the appropriate treatment. When ignoring this disease, it can become chronic and constantly remind of itself.

Allergy to indoor plants - treatment

Treatment of this allergy is standard and has no special features. Your doctor will prescribe you antihistamines, which will help get rid of allergy symptoms, and also advise you to remove plants containing allergens from your environment. As additional measures, immunostimulants and therapeutic techniques such as massage or acupuncture.

It is not recommended to carry out treatment with folk remedies. Because the this method may develop an allergic reaction and worsen your condition. In order to use traditional medicine, you need

To use traditional medicine, you need to consult a doctor, which will help you pay attention to a particular decoction or completely exclude this method from treatment.

proallergija.ru

What kind of indoor plants can not be kept at home?

The simplest safety rules are the use of garden or regular latex gloves when in contact with green dwellers. If you are pruning or removing branches, foliage, then use a special knife. Those tools that you use in the kitchen should not come into contact with plants. Hands, as well as all cutting or auxiliary objects, should be thoroughly washed at the end of care work. Remember that individual flowers can actively release toxic substances during irrigation or watering.

Indoor poisonous plants - photos and names

Oleander is very beautiful during flowering, but its aroma can cause dizziness, nausea, or even fainting. Leaf juice, stems can cause allergies or burns on the skin. Do not allow oleander juice to get into your eyes - the consequences can be very deplorable, up to loss of vision.

Potted euphorbia looks very exotic, thanks to its large, rich green leaves. In fact, the Euphorbia family has a lot of varieties: some look like cacti, others resemble miniature palm trees. Separate types milkweed have spines, the injection of which poses a threat to the body, as they are very poisonous. The leaves, stems of milkweed contain juice, which, when it enters the esophagus, causes severe poisoning, and when it comes into contact with the skin or mucous membranes, it leads to burns and irritation.

Dieffenbachia attracts the eye with its large decorative leaves with a variegated pattern. Its milky juice is very dangerous for the eyes; on contact with the skin, it causes burns, redness, and itching. When it enters the mouth or esophagus, it provokes severe burns of the mucous membranes, poisoning. If you have small children or animals at home, it is better not to plant this plant!

Dieffenbachia, photo:

Alocasia is an ornamental deciduous plant that is very poisonous. Any work with it should be carried out by wearing protective gloves, and not only the juice is poisonous, but even evaporation from the roots. In all thematic forums, experienced flower growers strongly recommend using protection when transplanting alocasia. If you disturb the root (for example, cut it), you can feel a clear cyanide smell, which is not recommended even to inhale for a long time. If it comes into contact with the eyes, alocasia juice can cause loss of vision, even if a child or animal inadvertently licks a small drop of juice, a long-term ailment is guaranteed. All parts of alocasia are poisonous: contain hydrocyanic acid, mercury, mercuric chloride.

Croton has very beautiful densely growing leaves, appearance it looks like a small tree. At home, it blooms very rarely, but is often acquired precisely because of its attractive foliage. Croton is also very poisonous, if under some circumstances its juice enters the bloodstream (through a wound or cut when working with it), then even death is possible. In case of contact with skin, immediately wash the area repeatedly with soap and water.

Azalea is very loved by many flower growers, it is simply luxurious, the flowers have a wide palette of shades, it is often used to create bonsai. It is poisonous, its foliage contains glycoside and andromedotoxin, which, when ingested by a person or animal, cause poisoning, nausea, and convulsions. Azalea Sims or Indian is considered the most poisonous.

Evergreen ivy from the Araliaceae family is completely poisonous - berries, foliage, and stems can be fatal to the human body and animals. This liana-like plant is very attractive to cats, they also suffer from it more than others. It also poses a serious danger to humans.

Evergreen ivy, photo:

Cyclamen is another pet with unusually shaped decorative flowers. Its leaves look very attractive, but at the same time are toxic. Of particular danger are cyclamen tubers, which contain the strongest poison, similar in strength to curare poison. When ingested, it causes a sharp deterioration in well-being, vomiting, diarrhea, convulsions, loss of consciousness.

Adenium attracts flower growers with its exotic appearance, which is given to it by thick aerial roots. From above it is decorated with multiple flowers of bright colors, different forms. Adenium is very poisonous, its juice provokes poisoning, causes burns on contact with the skin. It should be borne in mind that all its parts contain toxins, this plant is especially harmful for asthmatics. The milky juice of adenium is able to penetrate the blood through the skin, so think more than once before starting it at home.

Monstera can most often be found in offices, public institutions, but often flower growers settle it at home. It looks very impressive, grows to an impressive size, has large carved leaves. Monstera juice is very toxic, if it gets on the skin, it causes a burn, severe itching. If it gets into the eyes, it can seriously damage your eyesight. If a child or animal eats at least a small part of the leaf, poisoning or inflammation of the gastrointestinal tract is inevitable.

Brovallia is very attractive, not without reason its full name is Brovallia Beautiful. This small bush produces flowers of all shades of blue, lilac, and also white. Alas, all parts of browallia are poisonous, so its contact with the skin or mucous membranes must be excluded. This flower attracts pets, but its juice is very dangerous for them.

Brovallia, photo:

Aglaonema strikes with the beauty of the leaves, they are large, dense, with an incredible pattern that is diverse. Despite the fact that it has a positive effect on the air in the apartment, cleans, disinfects it, it is still poisonous. Juice - main danger for humans and animals, although the berries are also toxic. If the flower is even slightly damaged (for example, broken off a leaf or scratched during transplantation), then the juice will stand out immediately. Protective gloves should be worn during any planting or care work with aglaonema.

Aglaonema, photo:

Primrose flowers have the widest palette of shades, the leaves also look cute - rounded, textured, covered with small villi. Contact with these villi can cause a severe allergic reaction (burning, itching), and when primrose flowers bloom, dizziness, nausea can even visit healthy people, strong people(it releases alkaloids). You should know that the bright decorative primrose is poisonous, all its parts are toxic, and pose a threat to your health.

Gloriosa is an exotic, truly luxurious specimen. Its unusual flowers are able to change their shade during flowering. This attractive representative is one of the most toxic among domestic plants, all of its parts contain poison. If you have children or animals at home, you will have to refuse to own gloriosa. When ingested, it causes severe poisoning, up to kidney failure.

Can houseplants cause allergies? The answer will be positive - yes, they can. Representatives of the family of euphorbia, solanaceous, aroid, kutrovy bear a special threat. They should be handled very carefully, think more than once before starting them at home. Kutrovye are the most dangerous, especially revered adenium, plumeria, carissa, diplatia can cause significant harm to the health of your loved ones, as well as pets.

Remember that even pollen flying in the air can provoke allergic attack. Almost all domestic flowers emit spores, essential oils, pollen during flowering, and in especially toxic varieties, all the elements released will also not be useful at all. Severe allergies can cause geranium, fern crops.

Do not forget about protection, if you still decide to settle one of them. Representatives of the aroid family also require heightened attention, isolation from children and pets. Syngonium, beloved by many philodendron, contains poisonous components in its juice.

Be careful with milkweed plants, each of them contains the toxin euphorin, which can cause allergies, skin inflammation, itching, burns. Wash your hands with soap and water, use gloves, or better yet, replace them with safer green counterparts. The world of flowers is diverse and amazing, among the many options you can always choose a pet that will not only be safe for health, but also useful.

What indoor plants are good for the home?

Some of them have been known to many since childhood, such as aloe and kalanchoe, with which our mothers and grandmothers treated us for a runny nose or cold. The plants listed below are home healers: they purify the air, they can be used for recipes traditional medicine, they release components into the atmosphere that normalize the emotional background.

Useful indoor plants for the home

Lemon is very decorative - a small tree with bright fruits it looks just charming, plus it is very useful. O healing properties lemon fruits, I think, are known to everyone, but its leaves are capable of releasing useful phytoncides, volatile essential oils. Where the lemon tree stands, it is easier to breathe, the mood rises, and brain activity is activated.

The well-known aloe is incredibly useful, has a wide range applications in medicinal purposes. Aloe is undemanding to care, calmly endures long breaks between waterings, and grows rapidly. The juice and pulp of its leaves are a real immunomodulator for our body. Aloe has a powerful bactericidal, healing effect, is able to inhibit growth cancer cells, activates vitality organism. The most common "medicinal" variety is tree aloe, but striped aloe and terrifying aloe are poisonous. Most useful components contain plants that are already 3 years old.

Pelargonium is a close relative of geranium, they are often confused, although it is geranium that is more related to garden representatives, and pelargonium is closer to home. One way or another, most often all types of pelargonium are called geraniums. This flower is very popular, which encourages breeders to develop many new varieties. You should be aware that certain varieties of pelargonium can be poisonous! Therefore, for home breeding, choose safe varieties (hybrids, zonal pelargonium, large-flowered), which refresh, purify the atmosphere, destroy pathogenic bacteria. Moths, mosquitoes, flies do not like pelargonium very much, they “run” from the room where it is located. If we consider indoor plants, signs associated with them, then pink pelargonium can be considered a magnet for love relationships. White pelargonium is recommended for those who dream of a child.

Pelargonium, photo:

Spathiphyllum is an elegant, sophisticated flower that brings happiness, helps women meet their love, it is popularly called “female happiness”. It purifies the air at home, suppresses harmful bacteria, and has a detrimental effect on mold spores, if such a problem exists. Spathiphyllum actively releases oxygen with the advent of night. The genus Spathiphyllum is a houseplant that brings love, family happiness.

Spathiphyllum, photo:

Nephrolepis - one of the most attractive home ferns, also has air-purifying properties, "absorbs" radiation from a TV or computer. Nephrolepis releases oxygen, biologically active compounds, it makes it easier to breathe indoors, the mood rises.

Nephrolepis, photo:

Kalanchoe is another home healer, which is called indoor ginseng or tree of life. It is unpretentious, with the onset of summer it is recommended to take it out more often. Fresh air. The scope of (drugs based on it) Kalanchoe is incredibly wide - dentistry, surgery, gynecology, etc. Kalanchoe has a hemostatic, wound healing, anti-burn, antimicrobial, antiviral effect.

Begonia is useful, namely, a decorative and deciduous group of plants that saturate the atmosphere with phytoncides, moisturize the air, and protect it from dust. Note that the Begonia Everblooming variety is toxic, and so are its hybrids. The rest of indoor begonias are able to suppress staphylococcus and streptococcus bacilli, various chemical components of the air. Decorative leafy begonias are indoor plants that purify the air.

Chlorophytum is unpretentious, grows, develops in any light, loves moisture. It also has powerful, air-purifying properties, and if you add to its soil mixture when transplanting Activated carbon, then useful qualities this green inhabitant will only become stronger. This home flower able to stop the toxic emissions of combustion products. Types of chlorophytum, such as indoor Cape, crested, variety "Bonnie", winged - these are the best air-purifying indoor flowers.

Chlorophytum, photo:

In addition to their healing, decorative qualities, many indoor flowers carry a certain energy message, according to at least That's what a lot of people think. Multiple signs have come to us from time immemorial, whether to believe them or not is our personal choice, but it is worth paying attention.

What indoor plants can be kept in the bedroom or nursery?

Your sleep, well-being and, finally, family relationships depend on the atmosphere in the bedroom. It is impossible to place poisonous representatives in the bedroom - those that throw toxic spores into the air or provoke allergies.

Opt for chlorophytum, laurel, potted rosemary or lavender.

Purifies the air, releases oxygen geranium, camellia, spathiphyllum, begonia, kalanchoe, aloe, uzambar violets. These indoor plants for the bedroom are really able to relieve stress after a hard day, remove insomnia, and calm the nervous system.

But monstera, ferns, ficuses, strongly smelling lilies, gardenias, oleanders should not be settled where you sleep.

Having too many flower pots in one room is also not recommended - in a humid environment (soil), all kinds of fungi start up faster.

If people suffer from asthma or allergies, then, of course, it is better not to place flowers in the bedroom at all.

Indoor plants for a children's room are the same phytoncides that release useful components, purify the air, and have a detrimental effect on bacteria and viruses. For a nursery, it is better to choose unpretentious flowers that are resistant to "injuries" (breaking leaves, breaking stems). Children, as you know, are still those fidgets, so some complex or capricious flower is unlikely to take root if it becomes the object of close attention of young researchers.

Hibiscus, lemon, myrtle, chlorophyllum, mandarin, balsam, hippeastrum, eucalyptus, phalaenopsis are perfect for a children's room. These green inhabitants perfectly purify the air, produce oxygen, fight toxins, all kinds of bacteria.

Indoor plants and related signs

For some, green dwellers are a favorite hobby or just an interior decor. However, along with this, many flower growers pay attention to signs, study the influence of flowers on our lives. A pet can easily become a kind of talisman, a keeper of happiness, a magnet for positive events. For example, one has only to look at oxalis (room oxalis) to notice its incredible resemblance to four-leaf clover, an ancient powerful symbol that attracts good luck.

The same chlorophytum mentioned above is considered the patron saint of happy family life.

Strict calathea has long been considered a keeper family relations contributed to a long, happy family life. By the way, if you provide her comfortable conditions, she will live incredibly long, decades.

Aichrizon, whose leaves are somewhat similar to hearts, is considered the "tree of love."

Money tree (fat woman) is a favorite "amulet" that contributes to the accumulation of material wealth.

Fragrant myrtle is often given for a wedding, because it contributes to family happiness, mutual understanding between spouses.

Incredibly beautiful hoya, which blooms with snow-white or pinkish "balls", is recommended for placement in matrimonial bedrooms. This flower is the patron saint of lovers, helps to remain faithful, gives mutual understanding to couples.

Violets, beloved by many, are a symbol of comfort and home, and spathiphyllum is generally the “happiest” flower (according to most). It is called “female happiness”, it helps the lonely to meet their happy fate, married - to strengthen existing relationships, childless gives the joy of motherhood, and large families - harmony, peace in the house, mutual understanding between loved ones. If a spathiphyllum has bloomed in your house, then be sure that happiness is already on the threshold!

There are also indoor plants and the signs associated with them are not very positive - here it is definitely worth giving primacy to lianas. If you keep climbing vines at home, then the male sex will bypass the women or girls living in it.

Ivy, tradescantia, roitsissus (birch), hanging zebrina, campelia are the most active "husbands".

Donated palm trees should also not be settled in an apartment.

Went to the poor cacti - according to folk beliefs they encourage the inhabitants of the house to drink. It is also not recommended to get involved in breeding cacti for unmarried virgins.

Ferns, philodendrons, along with the monstera, are considered absorbers of positive energy, vitality.

Geranium, yucca, neoregelia, sansevier are also considered energy "vampires".

Be that as it may, practice shows that those who take all negative prophecies to heart attract problems themselves. He who seeks, he finds, says ancient wisdom. There are many happy families and well-established destinies of people who keep ferns, ivy, cacti in the house. So plant your favorite flowers at home, enjoy life, but be on the lookout for poisonous representatives!

The choice of green pets directly depends on your preferences, follow safety measures when caring for them, protect any flowers from contact with animals or small children. Be careful with your choice, if in doubt, you can always consult with an experienced florist or ask your question to the appropriate flower forum.

Apart from external beauty there are indoor plants that cannot be kept at home - I described the photos and names of the most frequently purchased representatives in this article. Hope, this information help you do right choice, to create a cozy interior that will be aesthetically attractive, safe for you and your loved ones.

suffers from allergies most of population of the planet human body unpredictable, so that the negative reaction can be anything. Like all defense mechanisms our body (allergies, in theory, should protect a person from dangerous substances, signaling their harmfulness external symptoms), it is often inherited, and it is very difficult to get rid of it.

The most numerous groups of allergens are plants and animals. Both of them surround us all the time, but for some reason people often ignore the threat from the first, not even paying attention to their own plants, although it is better to know which of them there is a reaction to.

Plants - complex organisms. Of course, it is much simpler than us, but the systems that they have are quite enough to harm a person. It's all about the way plants reproduce. Usually it is vegetative, that is, it uses the environment for the emergence and subsequent movement of seeds in space.

Trying to reproduce, the plant resorts to various tricks - exudes a smell, creates flying pollen or easily mobile, almost weightless seeds. All this is normally not harmful to a person, our immunity is strong enough to cope with a couple of breaths of pollen.

Problems begin when the body genetic reasons begins to reject plant particles, no matter how a person comes into contact with them (most often this is an airborne method, but there are exceptions).

Important! An allergic person may not even notice his contact with the plant or be unable to do anything - actively blooming in summer period plants like acacia and poplar. It is not always possible to avoid such a neighborhood, since trees, shrubs and allergenic grasses can be planted in order to plant greenery in urban areas, be part of the infrastructure (city parks and other natural objects).

There are allergies to indoor plants. Having got used to some home flower, we no longer suspect it of irritation of the mucous membranes of the nose, rashes or dry cough.

The worst is for the children. The child will not even think about limiting his contacts with the plant, because he simply will not see a logical connection, and the parent will blame the animals, the cold or the deposits of house dust for everything.

Which may appear

Unfortunately, it is impossible to give an unambiguous answer to such a question - each person is unique, and the sets of allergens are also unique. There are lists of the most dangerous plants for allergy sufferers, but you should not completely rely on this classification.

The best option would be to go to a specialist and take allergy tests. In the hospital, they will tell you that the allergy itself and its external symptoms can be easily and quite effectively dealt with with the help of medications.

List of known houseplants and the symptoms they can cause:

1. Geranium. This extremely popular pet has a lingering scent for almost its entire growth cycle. Most people like the fragrance very much, but allergy sufferers often find it awful and reeking of metal. The smell comes from both the leaves and the flowers of the plant.
2. ferns. A person inexperienced in breeding houseplants may say that ferns do not have a flowering period, and they will be wrong. Ferns bloom, albeit quite rarely, and many people have persistent allergies to the flowers and spores of the plant.
3. Azalea. One of the most famous allergens, causes constant itching on the mucous membranes.
4. Akalifa. This bristly plant, popular in narrow circles, can also cause an allergic reaction.
5. Kalanchoe. The healing plant is not for everyone. Curiously, Kalanchoe is suitable for medical procedures condition may not cause any reaction in an allergic person.
6. Oleander. This beautiful flower in the house exudes a strong noticeable smell, can cause headaches and in some cases even suffocation.
7. Eucharis. Releases allergenic essential oil in too large quantities. The reaction comes very quickly.
8. Kirkazon. The plant itself contains poisonous alkaloids that it needs for life and growth, so even healthy people are not recommended to inhale them, not to mention allergy sufferers.
9. Dieffenbachia. It is better to touch a popular home flower more carefully so that its juice does not get on the skin - the liquid can cause a serious chemical burn in an allergic person.
10. Cyclamen. Also has dangerous juice inside. Contact with the skin, as well as an attempt to swallow or simply taste the juice will result in burns. Cyclamen should be kept away from children and animals.

Non-dangerous plants

Pink, lily, cacti and mulberries (for example, ficuses) receive the least complaints. These plants are preferable for you if you are allergic and do not yet know which representatives of the flora it is better not to contact.

Which plants give the least reaction:

1. Dracaena. This is a completely safe perennial plant that does not require special care. Neither pets nor children will suffer from it.
2. Laurel. A safe and pleasant-looking plant with a familiar smell. The leaves can be dried and used as spices.
3. Aloe. “ home doctor” and without any advice is still in every second house. Even the bitter juice from the fleshy leaves is not dangerous.
4. Croton. A beautiful, long-term and large flower, similar to a ficus, but not being one.
5. Spathiphyllum. Spathiphyllum flowers are similar to callas, but are completely acceptable for keeping near allergy sufferers. Beautiful and unpretentious option, but requires free space.

All this is just a superficial list of the most popular plants. If you want, you can easily pick up a plant for yourself, even suffering from very strong allergic reactions.

Harmful to the child

Children may have low innate and adaptive immunity, so you need to know which plants can cause them unpleasant symptoms. There are many more allergies among children than among adults, and this is completely normal. If you bring a flower into the house, take a closer look at the child - does the plant harm him?

For children, the following representatives of the flora may pose a threat:

1. Ficuses. Ficuses are not able to harm adults, but there is still a small chance for a child to get an exacerbation of allergies from such a neighborhood. The danger is especially close if the child has had asthma or suffers from it.
2. Decorative nightshade. This is not the most popular home plant option. Among this family, most plants form berries. If a child tries it, he will get the strongest food poisoning with the most severe consequences.
3. Primrose. Vapors from this flower contain volatile alkaloids, it is very dangerous for a child to inhale them. In especially allergic-sensitive children, touching the leaves can cause burning, hives.
4. Philodendron. The toxic leaves of the flower are small and attractive - the child will surely want to try them. The result is the same - poisoning.
5. The whole milkweed family. These are plants that live in arid regions and therefore store liquid. This liquid is released at the slightest damage to the stem, and in some species it is also on the leaves. Delicate baby skin is easy to burn on this flower.

Do not place plants that are dangerous or potentially harmful to children within reach. Keeping track of the child is completely impossible, so get ahead of the curve by eliminating even the smallest chance of harm to the baby.

Diagnostics

The symptoms of an allergy are quite wide, but any person who has experienced it at least once or seen it live will recognize its general signs. Unlike food allergies, the consequences of which are more serious (for example, swelling of the soft tissues with a nut allergy), the “vegetable” allergy is more or less easy.

Common symptoms:

• redness inner sides eyelids, corners of the eyes, increased activity of the lacrimal glands;
• dry cough;
• increased sputum production (runny nose);
• frequent sneezing (mucosal reaction to a constant irritant);
• redness and rashes on the skin.

These symptoms can be bothersome, but rarely lead to serious danger to life or health. It is much worse if, from contact with the allergen, a person begins to suffocate or lose consciousness. This is rare, but such reactions happen to people who have the highest allergen sensitivity.

How to cure

It is unlikely to cure the disease completely on your own - this is a stable reaction of the body, it is not so easy to get rid of it. For complete cure from allergic reactions you will have to visit an allergist who will prescribe a course of treatment or preventive measures before each seasonal exacerbation (summer and spring periods flowering, for example).

At home, you can get rid of the symptoms of allergies, which just irritate the most. Against rhinitis (chronic nasal congestion, common symptom almost any kind of allergy) are helped by washing the nasopharynx and inhalation. Washes are carried out using a syringe without a needle with a mixture warm water and essential oils (chamomile, eucalyptus, sea buckthorn or burdock).

Important! There is no difference between regular washing and anti-allergic washing - it will just make you breathe easier.

Get rid of skin rashes and redness can be herbal decoctions. Moisten the damaged area with a clean cloth in a decoction of burdock or birch bark, ideal option will be warm compress. Oil can be used as an alternative tea tree or sea ​​buckthorn oil are natural, harmless anti-inflammatory agents.

Useful video: what to plant in the nursery

For information on how to choose flowers for a child's room, see the video below.

conclusions

Allergies happen not only to outdoor plants, but also to domestic ones. The manifestations of the reaction are the same - coughing, sneezing, lacrimation, rash. Especially vivid symptoms observed in children, because their immunity is not fully developed. But even if you have allergies, you can find safe plants that will please the eye and do no harm.

In contact with