What else is the female flower of happiness called?

Most indoor plants are not only an element of decor, but for many they serve as a kind of talisman and amulet that can bring prosperity and happiness. Such plants can certainly help in life if you take care of it, water it and take care of it in every way. It is believed that some flowers are able to protect the family, improve the aura, improve health or bring financial success.

Many people know about the existence of such a flower as "female happiness", but not everyone knows about what it is called scientifically. Indeed, "female happiness" is the nickname of the plant, which has a unique ability to establish a family hearth. In another way, the plant is correctly called - Spathiphyllum (in Latin Spathiphyllum), translated from Greek as "phylum" means a leaf, and "sleepy" means a veil.

The plant belongs to the Araceae family of evergreens and during flowering it creates a small fruit around which a semblance of a snow-white bedspread forms, which is why it is sometimes called a bedspread.

Feature

The peculiarity of “female happiness” lies not only in its beautiful coverlet, but also in the absence of a stem. Leaves grow directly from the soil.

Officially, there are several dozen varieties of Spathiphyllum. There are some other species that are bred through the efforts of breeders, crossed with other species and plants. Despite her love of moisture, Spathiphyllum coexists perfectly at home.

Why is Spathiphyllum so called?

There is no reliable information about who came up with calling Spathiphyllum "female happiness." Many believe that this flower brings happiness and harmony to the relationship, so they try to provide this flower with the best conditions and care at home. It is believed that such a reverent attitude towards the flower will save the family hearth.

Photo of a houseplant

Below are photos of several varieties of this wonderful flower.

Flowering period

If you look at the flowering period of Spathiphyllum, then you can immediately note some similarities with the future mother. In spring, when all nature leaves its "winter hibernation" and begins to gradually renew its strength, the flower slowly begins to move away from winter, the lack of enough light and heat. In its natural nature, the plant remains green all year round and does not experience any shortcomings in plentiful drinking and the required amount of solar energy.

When the flower is strong enough, a new shoot appears next to the old leaves, which looks like a twisted tube. This may indicate the imminent beginning of the flowering period.

Gradually, one petiole becomes noticeably denser compared to others and looks like a pregnant woman. The petiole is becoming more and more and under the green skin, a white veil is visible, which seems to be a diaper for a newborn baby. Moreover the whole appearance of the petiole is becoming more and more like a pregnant woman, posture and stomach are visible.

When the plant fully reaches its peak and gain strength, you can notice a longitudinal strip, which is about to burst and a flower appears. This process is similar to childbirth, so the plant has such a name.

Which plant is also called?

There is another plant, which is also referred to as "female happiness," the only difference is that it is not a flower, but a small tree, however it has no less beautiful, dense and shiny. These are similarities in name, and as for appearance, Spathiphyllum flower is similar to Calla Calla Wings (lat.Calla), because of which lovers can sometimes confuse them.

Home plants can not only become an element of decor. They are able to fill the house with comfort and warmth, as well as change the fate of its owner for the better.

Useful video

Watch a video about why Spathiphyllum is called "female happiness":

Watch the video: Planting Seeds Of Happiness The Danish Way. Malene Rydahl. TEDxINSEADSingapore (November 2024).