You have surely seen in some garden stores, florists, or even on the Internet the kokedama calls. These are balls of moss that house a plant for a period of time. But, Have you ever thought about the spiritual meaning of a kokedama?
Do you know that when someone gives you a kokedama, it has a meaning? If you have never heard of it before, today we are going to explain it to you in depth so that you can see that even a plant that looks original has such a special meaning that makes it even more beautiful. Do you wanna know what it is?
The peculiarity of kokedama
A kokedama is characterized by being a plant that does not need a pot. In fact, the plant has some, but it’s not ceramic or plastic, even better not clay. It is in fact made of earth, that’s what gives it the shape of a ball, of moss, that’s what is responsible for covering the earth and from which it does not escape. And the rope, which firmly ties the moss and prevents it from collapsing or the earth falling.
In this ball it can live for about a year, maybe more as it will depend on the growth of the plant. But, in general, between a year and a year and a half it could be there. Then you can move on to another bigger kokedama or a normal pot.
Therefore, the main characteristic is the fact that it does not have a pot, but rather maintains it with a fertilized substrate so that it is nourished and healthy for a long time.
Where do kokedamas come from?
Originally from Japan, This technique was born more than 500 years ago and it did so because people of that time made it fashionable to bring home a “piece of nature”. But, since bonsai were expensive and they could not afford them (or the care they needed), kokedama were invented, which they are commonly called the “bonsai of the poor”. And, of course, little by little they crossed borders until they were known all over the world.
What you may not know is that kokedamas are based on a Japanese philosophy, wabi sabi, a term that has no translation, and it is something unique to Japanese culture. But one could say that it is to find beauty in the imperfect. In other words, a balance is sought between something controlled, like the moss ball, and something wild, like the plant.
In fact, when this technique was born, the type of plants that were put there were wild because they were the ones that corresponded to this definition (and with what you have been told about people who wanted to bring back a bit of nature at their home). SO, As they are very low care plants, you didn’t need to be so aware of them. and at the same time you enjoyed watching them grow.
The spiritual meaning of a kokedama
Now that you know a little more about the origin of kokedama, Would you like to know what this spiritual meaning is? Well, as we told you before, they were created by combining a “wild” part, which was the plant, with a controlled part, which was the moss. And for this there must be a balance, because if it is not done, you cannot enjoy this beauty.
Well, the spiritual significance goes in that direction. It is a symbol of the union of the roots that we have, our past, our history, with the emotional ties that we have developed. In other words, the part of the plant (the wild one) would be this past that we have not chosen but which is there. While emotional ties are the relationships that we have chosen and that we maintain (or end) according to our decisions.
In this way, a balance is created between all that is represented by the kokedama.
In the case of a family, the meaning given to it is that of union and strength, in the sense that everything is tied and tied tightly by the rope so that nothing collapses, and that is the same thing. the symbolism given to the family.
And what does it mean to receive a kokedama?
If you have received a kokedama or are planning to give a gift, know that you are trying deepen this bond that unites you to the other person.
In other words, what you convey to this person is that you want to go further and connect more deeply with them, whether in a romantic or friendly relationship, family…
What else do you get with a kokedama
Besides the spiritual significance of this Japanese technique for having a plant at home, there are many other reasons why you should have a kokedama at home. We explain:
It is a plant that can reduce stress and anxiety. It’s a little piece of nature, don’t forget, and can cheer you up in bad times or just put a smile on your face.
Reduces insomnia. This should be taken with a grain of salt as it will depend on the plant that carries the moss ball. Normally air purifying plants were chosen, but now there are many types, so sometimes it is not possible.
Helps with memory and attention. Especially since you have to know when to water it, watch it, etc. They are a little more delicate than potted plants, so they encourage you to concentrate on something.
It makes more sense. Well yes. In fact, the meaning we have told you is not the only one, because you must combine it with that of the plant it bears. For example, if the kokedame comes from the jade tree, then what it indicates to you, in addition to this connection, is the desire for you to have economic abundance, i.e. to attract money to you. Or if we are talking about a fruit like an orange kokedama, it indicates that it seeks to calm your heart, in terms of sadness and grief. As each plant has its own meaning, this is also what you can expect from it.
As you can see, the spiritual meaning of a kokedama makes this one even more special. Would you dare to have one in your home? You already have it?