With Christmas just around the corner, many homes are already decorated with the typical Christmas tree, the nativity scene ... while in shops and florists the use of Christmas plants is something that is commonly seen. But, beyond the typical ones, such as holly or poinsettias, do you know that there are more Christmas plants to have at home?
Next we want to talk to you about some of them that are characteristic of Christmas, and others that can also be used at that time to decorate and impregnate your home with that Christmas feeling. Take note and get the ones you like the most.
Holly
We start with holly, a plant that has been "turned" into a symbol of Christmas. And it is that, until a few years ago, it was not used, but the plant that was a Christmas symbol was the mistletoe.
It is a shrub characterized by small, serrated leaves with a yellow line in the center and sometimes on the edges of the leaves. But what is most striking are those red cluster fruits that it sprouts and that contrast with the dark green of its leaves.
Of course, be careful if you have a pet because they are toxic to them.
Poinsettia
Poinsettia, Easter, Christmas Flower, Christmas Star ... The truth is that it has many names. It is one of the oldest plants related to Christmas and that everyone relates to that time.
Actually, the plant is not a flower. What happens is that the leaves change their hue from green to red at this time of year, looking like a large flower. But the truth is that the ones he takes are very, very small, in the center of the plant, and you can hardly see them.
At present you can find it in red, the classic color, but also in white, yellow, pink and orange.
Mistletoe
Before we have told you that mistletoe is a plant that little by little has been replaced by holly, but there are still many who decide to have it, especially because of the habit of hang it above doors and windows because it is said to bring good luck (and also that if a couple passes under it, they must kiss to attract it).
It is a shrub that can be both indoors and outdoors (it supports both cold and heat).
Christmas rose
Haven't you heard of her? It is possible, but the truth is that it is one of the most used as well. It is a rose characterized by white petals. The plant is native to Europe and Asia and can withstand cold weather, even some frosts. In addition, the size that the rose bush usually reaches is more than 50 meters.
According to legend, a girl who had gone to see the Child had nothing to give him, and she began to cry. At that moment, a rose appeared among the snow with petals so white that it resembled purity. And that's what this flower shows.
Abeto
A fir tree is a must for Christmas. Although we now use artificial trees to avoid felling, they are really simulating this plant.
It is characterized by having a pyramidal bearing and a height that can vary (from the smallest to those gigantic that only fit in houses with high ceilings). The leaves are needle shaped and it is always better to have it outdoors since indoors, due to the high temperatures, it suffers a lot.
butcher's broom
The butcher's broom is not a very well-known plant, but the truth is that it is a good substitute for holly, because it has many similarities. On the one hand, it has a conspicuous red fruits but, in terms of the leaves, they are smaller, less colorful (a more normal green) and soft.
It can be used just like holly or mistletoe, that is, as a decorative plant or even for centerpieces or to decorate the tree, doors or windows.
Christmas cactus
Another of the Christmas plants to have at home, which is also becoming very fashionable, is the Christmas cactus.
In fact, there is a legend about her. It is said that a boy from the jungle, who had nothing, prayed for some sign of Christmas. When he woke up the next day, from a cactus he had he saw that some very pretty red flowers had sprung up.
Thus, the tradition of having a Christmas cactus (Schlumbergera truncata) at home to warn that Christmas is here.
Nandina or sacred bamboo
This is one of the Christmas plants to have at home characteristic of Asia, and they use it a lot there. It is very resistant to cold (and even frost) and can be had both indoors and outdoors.
The most striking thing about the nandina is, without a doubt, the coloring that the plant acquires. And is that its leaves turn from green to reddish. In fact, it looks like a maple, which also usually has that characteristic, only in spring.
But, in addition, it also throws flowers, and these are in the shape of a star and later become red balls.
Ivy
While ivy is not really a Christmas-related plant, it does have a tradition of being used. In fact, it is said that if there is ivy in the house combined with other Christmas plants it means that you attract good luck and also to start a new period where everything is positive.
It is characterized by a strong and bright green color, but what is most striking are the design of the leaves, which are star-shaped. Therefore, they are used especially for centerpieces, flower bouquets, or to decorate the handrails, and other places in the house.
As you can see, there are several Christmas plants to have at home. Some are sure to be part of this era while others may be unknown. Have you had any other Christmas plants that we didn't mention? Tell us how it is and so we expand the list.