Lucky Plants: We all know how important plants are for us. They give us oxygen and reduce harmful elements like benzaldehyde and formaldehyde from the air. But do you know that there are some plants that can also bring happiness and good luck to your home and office?
The experts at NurseryLive have prepared a list of 10 such special plants, which are believed to bring wealth and prosperity to your life and home. So let’s know about these green friends:
1. Jade Plant
This plant fits in any corner of the house with its small, thick leaves and thick stems. It is also called the door to success and prosperity because it brings positive energy. According to Feng Shui, placing the jade plant in different directions has different benefits:
Placing it in the east direction brings family harmony and health. Placing it in the west direction brings creativity and good luck related to children. Placing it in the southeast direction brings wealth.
2. Money Plant
Money plant is a very popular plant in most homes in India and China. It is believed that this plant removes negative energy and attracts wealth. It also reduces toxic elements from the air, keeping the air pure and fresh. The best part is that money plant can easily thrive in soil or an old water bottle.
According to Vastu and Feng Shui, money plant should be kept in the southeast direction of your room as this direction brings wealth and prosperity.
3. Lucky Bamboo
This plant cannot stay out of this list because of its name! Lucky bamboo is not only lucky but also a versatile plant. It is said to bring luck to those who take care of it. In Chinese and Asian culture, this plant is one of the most common gifts given to the new owner of the house.
This beautiful plant can be a great addition to your home décor as it does not require any special care. Just place it in a glass or plastic vase and add enough water. When placed in the east direction, this plant attracts health, and when placed in the southeast direction, lucky bamboo brings wealth and prosperity.
4. Pachira Money Plant
The money tree or Pachira aquatica is another lucky plant in feng shui that symbolizes prosperity and energy. It is easy to handle, and it grows well even in low light conditions. The stems of these plants are often intertwined, which represents interconnectedness and longevity.
Elongated leaves with parallel veins and rigid stems with three or five peaks are one of the most distinctive features of these plants. They are most popular in Chinese homes. Make sure to place this plant in the east direction of your room or in the money corner of your room.
5. Tulsi Plant (Basil)
This plant requires no introduction. Considered a sacred plant in most Indian homes, basil leaves have numerous uses. This plant is not only a great flavouring agent but also offers medicinal health benefits.
According to Vastu Shastra, basil plants should be placed in the north, north-east or east direction to bring positivity and good health. One should not place basil in the south of their home as it may bring bad luck. This plant needs adequate sunlight and regular watering to thrive.
6. Snake Plant
Don’t go by the name. Snake plant is a very vibrant plant with thick and fleshy leaves that are slightly curved. Also called the ‘Mother in Law’s Tongue’, this plant is known to absorb toxic elements from the air. When placed in an office or workplace, it gives only good luck without any maintenance and takes nothing in return.
7. Aloe Vera – Succulent Plant
These succulent plants are one of the most beneficial plants for your skin, hair and health. It has thick thorny leaves that are tapered at the ends. Aloe vera plants reduce toxins from the air and spread a healing feeling in your room. They are easy to care for and only need a few hours of indirect sunlight, but they do need adequate water.
According to Feng Shui, most energy resides in the east, south or southeast direction. Aloe vera plants bring the most vibrant energy when placed in any of these directions.
8. Rubber Plant
The rubber plant or Ficus elastica has thick, waxy and round-shaped leaves that symbolize wealth and prosperity. In Feng Shui, this plant is considered of great importance and can be placed anywhere.
Placing the rubber plant in any direction will be beneficial and it will always bring good luck to you. According to Vastu Shastra, this plant increases luck and wealth when placed properly in the wealth zone (south-west). It only needs 3-4 hours of indirect sunlight and adequate water.
9. Lotus Plant
The lotus plant is one of the most auspicious plants and is often used for traditional rituals in Indian and Chinese homes. This plant symbolizes strength, morality and purity. In Hindu culture, the lotus flower is associated with the goddess of wealth – Lakshmi and is therefore widely worshipped.
Placing a lotus plant near your window will attract positive energy as well as wealth. It also enhances the peace of your home. For these flowers to thrive, keep them in 5 hours of direct sunlight.
10. Areca Palm Plant
The Areca palm is another lucky plant that comes in different sizes. They are also known as the Yellow Butterfly and are one of the best plants to add to your home decor.
In Feng Shui principles, the Areca palm brings wealth, prosperity and peace to your home. It absorbs all the negative vibes and reduces toxins from the air making the surroundings more vibrant. Placing it in the south-east direction of your room will reduce stress, anxiety and also help with stress-induced sleep disorders.
Luck and prosperity are just around the corner now, and you can take advantage of it by bringing one of these lucky plants home. Choose the right plant for your home or office and luck will be with you!
So is it time to decide? Visit NurseryLive and pick one now so that you can get lucky and achieve success!