What is the Voi plant?
The Voi plant, scientifically known as Cleistocalyx operculatus, belongs to the Myrtaceae family and is a type of plant that grows abundantly in tropical regions. In our country, the Voi plant grows wild or cultivated, and is abundant in the northern region. The Voi plant is usually about 5-6 meters tall, with a diameter that can reach up to 50cm. The leaf stalk is 1-1.5 cm long. The leaves of the Voi plant are tough and stiff. The Voi flower has almost no stalk, and is light green and white in color. The Voi fruit is egg-shaped, with a diameter of 7-12mm, and turns dark purple with sap when ripe. The leaves, young branches, and Voi buds all have a pleasant, distinctive fragrance.
Voi water or Voi tea is a type of refreshing drink made from Voi buds or dried, mature Voi leaves. It can also be used immediately when the leaves are still fresh. This is a very common drink in rural areas, and even in urban areas of the Red River Delta region. Voi water is used for daily consumption, similar to green tea.
The Voi plant is familiar to many people
Should I plant Voi plants in front of my house?
The Voi plant has a wide leaf canopy, and when mature, it can reach a height of 12-15 meters and remains green throughout the year. Therefore, if you want your living space to be shady and vibrant all year round, you should plant this type of tree in front of your house.
In addition, this plant has a good drought resistance ability and can even thrive in poor soil conditions. When planting Voi plants in front of your house, you also don’t need to spend too much time caring for them.
Furthermore, planting Voi plants in front of your house helps create a living space with a gentle, pleasant fragrance, which can soothe stress and fatigue. This fragrance is even likened to an antibiotic due to its ability to eliminate many disease-causing bacteria.
You can also use Voi leaves and buds to make drinking water.
If we consider feng shui, is it good to plant Voi plants in front of the house? According to feng shui experts, there is no “contraindication” for this. Voi plants are always green, so they also have a good meaning, bringing luck and blessings.
This type of tree has many benefits
Things to consider when planting Voi plants in front of the house
Voi plants have a wide leaf canopy and a medium height, so when planting them in front of the house, feng shui experts advise paying attention to some factors to avoid any negative effects on the family’s luck.
In terms of location, it is not advisable to plant them right at the entrance or in the middle of the door. These are places where air flows, so planting trees in these positions not only causes obstacles and inconvenience for movement, but also obstructs the flow of air, creating conflicts between air sources. This is not good for the feng shui of the house.
When planting Voi plants in front of your house, you should also pay attention to the distance between the tree and surrounding structures. If planted too close, when the tree grows, it may damage the structure or spoil the aesthetic appearance.
It is advisable to plant Voi trees in suitable, spacious areas, regularly trim the tree canopy to keep it neat and not obstruct the view, and avoid excessive clustering as feng shui believes that this accumulates negative energy.
Good for health
What are the effects of Voi leaves?
With the various medicinal properties mentioned above, let’s explore the benefits of Voi flowers through the following information.
Voi leaves treat gout
Gout is a joint inflammation that causes extremely painful attacks. The cause of this disease is the accumulation of uric acid, which leads to swelling, redness, and pain in the joints.
The leaves and buds of Voi plants promote the urinary excretion process and detoxification, helping the body eliminate uric acid. Thanks to these effects, Voi plants have the ability to reduce the risk of gout.
Supports digestion
According to traditional medicine, the bitterness in Voi leaf water stimulates the stomach to produce more digestive fluids, aiding in better digestion and relieving abdominal pain, bloating, diarrhea, chronic colitis, and indigestion.
Cooling effect
Voi plants contain abundant minerals and vitamins that provide energy to the body. Water from Voi leaves not only tastes delicious but also provides a refreshing and pleasant feeling when consumed.
Voi leaves have antibacterial properties
Some scientific studies have shown that triterpenic acid in Voi leaves has anti-inflammatory effects, stabilizes blood sugar levels, has antiviral properties, and fights against tumors, helping to prevent infection and bacterial contamination from wounds.
Voi leaves treat skin diseases
Voi leaves contain natural antibiotics that help heal and regenerate the skin and restrict the growth of bacteria causing diseases such as ulcers, scabies, and rashes.
