8 types of ornamental plants bring fortune into the house on Tet holiday
(Baonghean.vn) - Each type of ornamental plant has a different meaning, suitable for a particular space, so not everyone knows how to choose a type of plant that is both beautiful for Tet decoration and brings fortune as desired. Below are types of ornamental plants that, according to folk beliefs, symbolize luck and fortune for the homeowner in the new year.
1. Snake plant
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Tiger tongue plant is also known as tiger tongue, tiger tail, tiger real. This is an ornamental plant chosen by many families to decorate their homes at the beginning of the new year, because it brings good luck, helps the homeowner to be rich, prosperous, and have plenty of money. Tiger tongue leaves often grow straight, showing determination and the will to move forward.
In addition, growing snake plants indoors also has the effect of purifying the air.
2. Dieffenbachia
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Dieffenbachia lives for many years and remains green. Its leaves do not wither in winter, so it is considered a lucky plant and is widely used. Using dieffenbachia on Tet holiday implies prosperity and happiness. Using dieffenbachia on marriage day is to wish for success. Using dieffenbachia on longevity day is to wish for longevity.
You should place the plant next to the window near the study desk or next to the reading room, living room or office.
3. Ivy
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Ivy, also known as Evergreen or Evergreen, is a climbing plant that is considered a “natural air purifier”. People grow this plant in their homes and offices to absorb harmful substances such as formaldehyde, benzene, phenol, etc. In addition, this plant is also very good for feng shui, helping to bring luck and peace to the homeowner.
You can plant ivy in ceramic or plastic pots, flower beds or hanging pots. Ivy grows and develops well in places with lots of direct sunlight. However, do not leave ivy in the hot sun for too long, the leaves will turn yellow and the plant will become weak.
4. Dracaena fragrans
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The Dracaena fragrans, also known as the "money tree", not only beautifies the green living space, but is also very good for feng shui, bringing the player luck and prosperity as its name suggests. In addition, the Dracaena fragrans also helps regulate and purify the air, giving the player a feeling of comfort and optimism. With these many wonderful effects, this type of tree is popular as a gift during the Tet holiday.
Dracaena can be grown on many different types of soil but must meet basic requirements such as drainage, no flooding, rich in humus...
5. Money tree
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Money tree is called the money tree, always brings luck, wealth and prosperity in life as well as work; belongs to the Asteraceae family, is an easy-to-grow, perennial, green plant. The tree trunk is large, strong, succulent, and swells at the base of the tree.
The technique of planting and caring for money trees to keep them green and healthy to welcome good luck during Tet is not too complicated for those who love to grow this tree.
6. Jade plant
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This is also known as an evergreen tree. The characteristic of this tree is that it is easy to grow, put a leaf on moist soil and it will grow into a tree.
Many business people believe that jade plants bring wealth, so they place them next to cash registers, money counters, etc., or arrange them in walkways to activate the energy of wealth and luck.
Jade plants do not like water, so keep them in places with high light intensity and low night temperatures.
7. Barringtonia acutangula
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Barringtonia acutangula is also known as the mung tree, is one of the three bonsai trees, and symbolizes wealth.
According to our ancestors, fortune corresponds to wealth - sesame means small but many, adding the red and beautiful flowers of the tree brings the meaning of joy, prosperity, and fortune like sesame (sesame) is small but very beautiful and many, will bring much wealth, luck and joy to the homeowner.
The tree brings a sense of peace and security for economic development, therefore, the Barringtonia acutangula is very popular.When planting money trees in front of the house, it is best to plant them in an open space so that the tree has the best conditions to grow.
8. Poinsettia
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Poinsettia is a symbol of success and achievement in career. With its bright red color, poinsettia brings happiness, luck and success to family members.
In particular, families with children about to take important exams often choose to display poinsettia plants in their homes in the hope that their children will study well and achieve high scores.