According to Vastu Shastra and Feng Shui, plants around us not only add beauty but also bring positive energy, good health and prosperity to the house. If you are facing financial constraints, interruptions in business, or frequent minor illnesses and stressful environment at home, then these five special plants mentioned in Vastu Shastra can help in reducing these problems to a great extent. Let us know which plants can improve the financial condition of your home and also maintain your health.
1. Crassula Ovata (Jade Plant): This plant is often called a “money magnet.” By infusing positive energy into the house, it helps in eliminating financial crisis. It should be placed on the right side of the main entrance or in a place where it gets adequate sunlight. According to Vastu, it is considered auspicious to place it on the right side of the entrance or in the gallery area.
2. Bamboo Plant: Both Indian Vastu Shastra and Feng Shui consider bamboo plant very sacred and auspicious. Keeping these in the house brings happiness, peace and prosperity. It is believed that as the plant grows, new avenues of growth and progress open up in the lives of family members. Placing it in the living room or drawing room – especially in the east or south-east direction – is considered very auspicious.
3. White Palash and Lakshmana plant: It is believed that in the houses where there is White Palash or Lakshmana plant, there is never any shortage of wealth. Its positive effect purifies the environment of the house and helps in maintaining the health of all the family members. You can easily grow this plant at home in a big pot.
4. Kuber Plant (Elephant’s Ear / Alocasia): Keeping Kuber Plant in the house is considered very auspicious, as its presence gives a feeling of peace and stability of mind. It is believed to bring continuous prosperity to the home. Keeping the Kuber plant in the north direction (direction of Kuber, the god of wealth) or north-east corner of the house is considered very beneficial for financial gains and prosperity.
5. Snake Plant: This plant is also considered to be an excellent air purifier. Apart from purifying the home air, it also increases oxygen levels. Maintaining peace, happiness and clean air in the house reduces mental stress, which promotes good health. It can be placed in the south or east part of the living room or bedroom.
