9 kinds of flower scents that "harm" the fetus, pregnant mothers should never touch them

"The Legend of Zhen Huan" was once a hit across the country, and the concubines in the play were impressed by their use of various plant habits and traditional Chinese medicine. Musk, saffron, bitter almonds, albizzia, oleander, etc., have become the secret weapons for the ladies in the play to compete for favor. In real life, do these traditional Chinese medicines and plants really have such frightening power, and can they easily lead to infertility? It is worth mentioning that pregnant mothers should never touch the following nine kinds of flowers.

Cinnamon twig + oleander enhances the effect of abortion

Presumably, if you have watched "The Legend of Zhen Huan", you must be familiar with the story of eating oleander causing miscarriage.

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An Lingrong pretended to casually tell Concubine Qi that oleander would be harmful to the pregnant mother and the baby. Concubine Qi was inspired and sent Zhen Huan a pastry containing oleander. Zhen Huan was puzzled and asked the imperial physician to check. The imperial physician said that she was drinking cinnamon twig soup, and if cinnamon twig was combined with oleander, it would be harmful to the fetus and cause miscarriage.

Oleander has bright flowers and is very easy to grow. However, its leaves, bark, flowers and fruits all contain a highly toxic substance called oleoside, which has the effect of stimulating the uterus. Taking it can cause the contraction of the uterus to become stronger and faster. Once a pregnant mother comes into contact with it, it will cause poisoning, drowsiness, and mental retardation. Eating it will cause nausea and dizziness, and it will also have adverse effects on the fetus.

Cinnamon twig is a medicine that warms the meridians, unblocks blood vessels and dispels cold. Although it is not a medicine that pregnant women should not take, people with high fever, yin deficiency and hyperactivity of fire, and blood heat should avoid taking it. Pregnant women should also take it under the guidance of a doctor. If cinnamon twig and oleander are taken together, the effect of abortion will be more obvious.

Poinsettia: Causes nervous disorders in pregnant women

Poinsettia, also known as the Christmas flower, is a red flower used for Christmas decoration. The flowering period lasts from December to February of the following year, which coincides with Christmas and New Year's Day, which is very suitable for the festive atmosphere.

It should be noted that the entire poinsettia flower is poisonous. The white latex in the stems and leaves contains a variety of toxic alkaloids. If the pregnant mother's skin comes into contact with poinsettia, it may cause redness, swelling, fever, itching and local papules. If a pregnant mother accidentally eats the stems and leaves, it may cause gastrointestinal reactions and nervous disorders at the very least, or poisoning and death at the worst.

When pregnant mothers see bright poinsettias during Christmas and New Year’s Day, they should not be touched by their beauty and walk closer to admire them. For the healthy development of your fetus and your own health, it is recommended to stay away from poinsettias.

Dieffenbachia: Harming pregnant women’s vocal cords

The color of the leaves of the evergreen is green at first and then turns bright red. It is suitable for decorating living rooms and study rooms. Young plants of Dieffenbachia in small pots can be placed on desks or windowsills for viewing. Medium-sized potted plants can be placed in the corners of the living room or next to the sofa as decoration, making the interior full of natural vitality. It has the ability to purify the air and can remove nicotine and formaldehyde.

However, the sap in its flowers and leaves contains toxins. If a pregnant mother accidentally ingests it, it may cause swelling or pain in the mouth, throat, esophagus, gastrointestinal tract, or tumors, and may even damage the vocal cords, causing the pregnant mother to become mute, and it will also have a great impact on the fetus.

Lily: Causes miscarriage and allergies

Lilies are elegant and fragrant. However, the strong scent of lilies contains a strange stimulant that may stimulate the nerves of pregnant mothers, causing them to become overly excited, and even causing them headaches, nausea, vomiting, and affecting their appetite. In severe cases, it may lead to fetal instability or even miscarriage.

Moreover, lily pollen generally contains certain chemical components. If it falls on the skin of pregnant mothers or is inhaled into the respiratory tract, it may cause allergies. The strong floral fragrance is more likely to aggravate allergic symptoms. Therefore, for pregnant women whose skin and respiratory tract are more sensitive, it is not an exaggeration to call strong floral scent a "disaster".

Tuberose: affects fetal growth and development

Tuberose has the characteristic of strong fragrance. The fragrance of tuberose flowers is not only stronger at night than during the day, but also on rainy days than on sunny days. Moreover, its fragrance contains a harmful substance. When it stops photosynthesis at night, it will emit a large amount of waste gas, which will make pregnant women and people with high blood pressure and heart disease feel stuffy and uncomfortable, which is extremely harmful to health.

If you keep night-blooming jasmine indoors for a long time, it will cause dizziness, coughing, and even asthma and insomnia in pregnant mothers, thus affecting the growth and development of the fetus. Therefore, pregnant mothers should not only avoid growing this flower themselves, but also stay away from these night-blooming jasmines with strong smells when they encounter them outdoors. Especially in the first three months of pregnancy, the fetus is easily affected by external interference and its growth and development, so pregnant mothers must pay attention.

Mimosa: causes miscarriage and fetal malformation

People often say, "Humans are not plants, so who can be without emotions?" But in fact, it is just the opposite, because plants also have perceptions, rich and colorful emotions, and even language, music, dance, etc. It's just that their forms of expression are special and magical, and not easy for us to detect. Mimosa is the most typical one among them. If you touch the feathery, slender leaves, they close immediately.

But do you know that such an interesting plant actually contains mimosapine, a highly toxic organic substance. If you are exposed to it too much, it may cause symptoms such as scalp shedding or general discomfort. In severe cases, it may even cause miscarriage for the pregnant mother or deformity of the fetus.

Therefore, expectant parents should not buy these interesting plants made into small potted plants when they are shopping and take them home as ornamental plants.

Clove: causes dizziness and coughing in pregnant mothers

Lilac flowers are fragrant, with terminal or lateral panicles. The flowers are mostly white and purple, and have certain ornamental value. But do you know that cloves can also be dangerous for pregnant mothers?

Lilac flowers stop photosynthesis at night and emit a large amount of carbon dioxide, which is extremely harmful to human health. Especially for pregnant women, the waste released by cloves can easily cause dizziness, coughing, and even insomnia. It is recommended that pregnant mothers should grasp the right degree of flower appreciation, and do not place potted plants at home just because you think the flowers are beautiful during pregnancy.

Tulips: Affecting fetal development

The tulip is the national flower of the Netherlands. So far, there are many varieties of tulips all over the world. They are colorful and varied, and red, yellow and purple are the most popular. The charm it exudes has attracted many people, and it is an indispensable part of many famous parks and tourist attractions.

As the old saying goes, the more beautiful something is, the more poisonous it is. Although tulips are beautiful, their flowers do contain alkali. Pregnant mothers must not place tulips at home at will during pregnancy, because if you have a weak constitution, you will easily feel dizzy if you stay with it for an hour or two. Severe cases can lead to poisoning, and excessive contact can cause your hair to fall out. These symptoms not only harm the health of the pregnant mother herself, but also affect the growth and development of the fetus, and even cause fetal deformity and miscarriage.

Hydrangea: Pregnant mothers may be poisoned if they eat it by mistake

Hydrangea is actually also called geranium. Its leaves are palm-shaped with long petioles, serrated margins, and deep annular markings on the leaf surface. The corolla usually has five petals, the inflorescence is umbrella-shaped, and grows at the top of the upright pedicel. Because the flowers are densely packed like a ball, it is also called hydrangea. The flower colors vary greatly, including red, white, pink and purple. The flowering period starts from early winter to early summer of the following year, so potted plants can be used for indoor and outdoor decorations, or as flowers for spring flower beds.

Although hydrangea is beautiful, the whole plant is poisonous. If pregnant women accidentally eat it, it may cause poisoning symptoms such as hernia, abdominal pain, diarrhea, shortness of breath, vomiting, and bloody stools. It not only regulates hormones, but it can also be irritating to some people with sensitive skin. The particles it emits can cause skin allergies and itching. Therefore, pregnant mothers should not come into contact with this plant during pregnancy.