1. Money Tree – Abundant Wealth, Stable Family Business
Meaning: The name itself suggests prosperity, with leaves that resemble hands gathering wealth, and a sturdy trunk symbolizing a solid foundation.
Placement: Place it in the wealth corner of your living room (the diagonal corner from the entrance) or in the玄 quan [玄關/huyền quan] area to create a “financial chi field.”
Care: Tolerates drought well but avoid overwatering; water only 1-2 times a month, allowing the soil to dry out completely before watering thoroughly. Prefers diffused light and avoids direct sunlight.
2. Coin Leaf – Abundant Wealth, Smooth Financial Flow
Meaning: Its plump leaves grow in clusters resembling strings of coins, symbolizing “abundant wealth.” Particularly suitable for families in business.
Placement: Place it in the Northwest corner of your study or home office (associated with the metal element) to support your career, or in the living room corner to gather financial qi.
Care: Tolerates shade well; water sparingly, following the principle of “rather dry than wet.” Avoid overwatering in winter, and fertilize lightly once a month.
3. Fortune Tree (Phat Du) – Blessings and Prosperity, Flourishing Career
Meaning: Growing in water symbolizes “gathering water to generate wealth.” Four trunks signify literary success, while five trunks represent career advancement.
Placement: Place it in the Southeast corner of your living room (wealth corner) or in the玄 quan area. Use a clear glass vase to enhance the “feeling of financial qi circulation.”
Care: Before the roots develop, change the water every three days and add a drop of nutrient solution. Avoid direct exposure to air conditioning, and promptly remove wilted leaves.
4. Red Phoenix Tail – Bright Fortune, Thriving Career
Meaning: The bright red flowers resemble flames, symbolizing “high-flying good fortune.” It is ideal for entrepreneurs or office workers.
Placement: Place it on your desk or in the Southern part of your living room (associated with the fire element) to boost your career’s qi.
Care: Maintain moisture in the center of the leaves and mist weekly. The flowers last up to half a year, and after they wither, propagate by cutting branches.
5. Jade – Accumulating Wealth, Establishing Stability, Gaining Value with Age
Meaning: Its plump leaves resemble jade, and its sturdy trunk makes it a “guardian tree” symbolizing longevity and wealth.
Placement: Place it on your balcony or in your garden, where it can absorb financial qi from ample sunlight. In the North, it is advisable to plant it in a pot.
Care: Repot annually, using soil mixed with sand; prune in spring and autumn to create a “financial chi-inviting landscape.”
6. Golden Money Plant – Retaining Wealth, Blessing, and Abundant Luck
Meaning: Its round leaves resemble money bags, symbolizing “wealth retention,” making it ideal for families wishing to preserve their finances.
Placement: Place it in the wealth corner of your living room or study. Combine with a yellow pot to enhance the metal element’s prosperous qi.
Care: Prefers a moist environment, so mist daily. Fertilize once a month with a leaf fertilizer to maintain its vibrant green color.
What to Avoid When Placing Feng Shui Plants:
Spiky plants: Cactus, roses, and other spiny plants can cause conflict and should not be placed in the wealth corner of the living room.
Artificial flowers and plants: These lack vitality and symbolize illusory wealth. Placing them for an extended period may bring bad luck.
Wilting plants: Remove them promptly, or they will affect the entire household’s qi. You may need to repot or relocate them outdoors to “change their fortune.”
