5 Types of Plants That Attract Snakes – Remove Them to Keep Your Family Safe
Plumbago (Bạch Hoa Xà)
Just hearing the name, one might imagine its delicate, pure white flowers that are small and charming at first glance. Many people plant plumbago in their front yards to add beauty, unaware that it can unintentionally attract snakes.
This is because plumbago emits a scent that snakes find very appealing. The plant blooms year-round, especially in May and June, when its fragrance becomes more pronounced and travels farther. Even a faint whiff can draw snakes to your home. For this reason, you should avoid planting plumbago. If you’ve already planted it, remove it immediately to ensure no harm comes to anyone in your family.
Hedyotis Diffusa (Bạch Hoa Xà Thiệt Thảo)
Although its name shares some similarity with plumbago, Hedyotis Diffusa is an entirely different plant, also known as the “white snake’s tongue.” The name comes from the fact that this plant thrives in moist environments and produces beautiful clusters of tiny white flowers with sharp, pointed calyxes. Despite its delicate appearance, folklore warns that wherever this plant grows, snakes are likely to be nearby. For safety reasons, it is strongly advised not to cultivate this plant.
Purple Cardamom (Sa Nhân Tím)
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