'Too much dust': the plant that some people have and that attracts bad luck, according to Hindus

Feng shui and other Eastern philosophies believe that certain objects or elements have the ability to attract good luck and bring prosperity depending on their placement within the home. In this context, plants are also part of the concept, and therefore , there is a species considered unlucky. Which one is it?

In an article published by Ad Magazine, it is indicated that the cotton plant could have some negative effects if placed in any space in your home. "Although it is particularly beautiful, with its long stem and immaculate ball that give a bohemian touch to the bouquet, the cotton plant is said to bring bad luck. According to Hindu beliefs, this plant allows dust to accumulate more easily than any other, attracting bad luck and poverty to the home," they mention. (See more: How many years does 1,300 weeks of pension contributions represent?) An important detail to consider is that these types of beliefs are quite subjective, and therefore, you grant this type of criterion based on your convictions.

“Scientifically, it's a fact that none of this can be proven and/or that there are specific plants that bring bad luck into our lives, but it is true that there are traditions and practices that date back thousands of years that associate certain species with bad omens, depending on how and where they are placed,” they add from the previously cited media.

Why is cotton a popular issue?

The website 'Agricultor Primero' noted that the cultivation of this plant is quite ancient. "Its first appearances date back to ancient Indian texts in 1,500 BC," they noted. "Today, some seeds of this cotton crop have biotechnology characteristics that allow them to resist some pests and/or some herbicides," they added. (See more: Very pretty, but attracts snakes: the plant you should avoid in your garden.) Today, this raw material is essential for the textile industry due to its absorption capacity and the comfort it offers. Its softness or even hardness allows cotton to become an ideal fiber for the production of banknotes such as the euro.