When “octopus” was first mentioned in the English language in the mid-1700s, it was pluralized as “octopuses.” That said, some grammarians wanted English to be like the less irregular Latin language, so they started putting Latin pluralizations on Latin-based English words, which led to “octopi.”

The standard plural in English of octopus is octopuses. However, the word octopus comes from Greek, and the Greek plural form octopodes is still occasionally used. The plural form octopi is mistakenly formed according to rules for Latin plurals, and is therefore incorrect.

A group of octopuses is called a consortium.[1] However most are mostly solitary except when mating (obviously) and where there’s an abundance of food.[2]

Noun. octopi. (hypercorrect) plural of octopus.

By now, it’s widely known that the technical correct plural usage for the word octopus is octopuses. But if we’re being honest, we’ve all indulged in the random octopi usage before.

This word has two possible plurals: yeses and yesses. The better plural for the noun is yeses because, like …

Both cactuses and cacti are acceptable. Of note, cacti is the more common plural.

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Aloe vs Aloe Vera Aloe Vera is a plant belonging to cacti family that is collectively known as Aloe. Aloes are monocots that have succulent (water-storing) leaves.

In some people, prickly pear cactus can cause some minor side effects including diarrhea, nausea, bloating, and headache. In rare cases, eating large amounts of prickly pear cactus fruits can cause a blockage in the lower intestines.

Placing cactus in the bedroom can disturb your sleep and peace. While plants bring positivity into your home, cactuses are an exception. Cactuses are nice plants with strong protective energy but their spines are a problem. That is why cactuses should never be placed in a living room, bedroom or the front entrance.

Aloe vera plants are succulents, so use a well-draining potting mix, such as those made for cacti and succulents. Do not use gardening soil.

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Snake plant (Sansevieria), A.K.A Mother-In-Law’s Tongue, is a succulent plant, which means the leaves retain lots of water, similar to a cactus. You can recognize snake plants by their long, pointed, upright leaves which look very much like snakes, giving the plant its name.

According to Chinese Feng Shui, succulents are good luck. This means that you will reap abundance in life when you grow these plants in your home. However, not all succulents can bring luck according to the Feng Shui. Succulents with thorns should not be placed indoors because they bring misfortune instead of luck.

Jade Plant is a popular good luck charm in Asia thought to activate financial energies. Jade presence in the house or office is considered auspicious. This beautiful succulent plant has vibrant green leaves that are symbolic of growth and renewal, closely resembling jade coins/stones, symbolic of wealth and prosperity.

Oleander Nerium oleander But mind you not, these flowers come at a high price, and not monetarily speaking. According to the US Library Of Medicine, oleander is highly toxic to both humans and animals alike, causing severe vomiting, lightheadedness, and even heart block. Some have even died from ingesting the plant.

Negative Vastu Plants #1: Cactus Both Vastu and Feng Shui experts suggest that cacti, although pretty, can transmit bad energy at home. It is believed that the prickly and sharp thorns on the leaves carry the bad energy in them. Cacti can bring misfortune at home and also cause stress and anxiety within the family.

Plants that bring good luck, harmony and prosperity

• Tulsi. According to Vastu shastra, one of the most powerful, sacred and auspicious plants that enhances positivity at home, is the Tulsi or holy basil.
• Jade plant.
• Bamboo plant.
• Money plant.
• Areca palm.
• Rubber plant.
• Peace lily.
• Jasmine.

In tackling pollution, cacti is also great at reducing radiation. In addition, cacti absorbs carbon dioxide at night to release oxygen. Putting cacti in the room is helpful in sleeping and supplementing oxygen. Chlorophytum (umm, isn’t this a spider plant?) is an air filter itself.

According to Feng Shui belief it is said that cacti, although beautiful, does transmit bad energy. It is said that this bad energy is carried in their ”prickly and sharp” thorns. To completely avoid cactus negative energy in the home, we suggest never placing them in your home.