The lucky favorite of the New Year: Kokina

The first flower that comes to mind when thinking of the New Year and the holiday spirit: Kokina...

The favorite of the New Year takes its name from the Greek word "kokino," which means red.

The kokina flower consists of round red berries and green leaves.

Despite having thorns, it is the most popular and beloved flower used during the New Year.

Representing luck in the new year, the flower continues to decorate homes and massive storefronts every December.

IT BRINGS ABUNDANCE TO WHEREVER IT IS PLACED!

The flower is not used solely for decorative purposes. Another reason the kokina flower is used in homes is the belief that if the flower can maintain its color from the first day throughout the new year without spoiling or rotting, it will bring luck, prosperity, abundance, and happiness to its owner.

The kokina flower does not actually consist of a single piece. It is gathered by people and created by combining the flowers and leaves.

IT IS ALSO KNOWN BY OTHER NAMES

It is also known as butcher's broom, prickly butcher's broom, and knee holly.

The plant's berries are colloquially referred to as "tavşanmemesi" (rabbit's breast).

A MEDICINAL PLANT: KOKINA!

In some regions, it is believed to have diuretic effects and to help pass kidney stones.

HOW TO KEEP IT ALIVE?

The most important point to pay attention to regarding the care of the kokina, also known as the New Year's flower, is that it does not require much water.

To ensure your kokina flower stays alive until the next New Year, it will be sufficient to give it a small amount of water twice a week.

The kokina flower likes cool places that receive little sunlight.

If you provide good care, it is also possible to propagate your flower.

A healthy kokina can reach maturity within a year, and the seeds in its berries can be used to produce new kokina flowers.