Mộc hương tree is a precious bonsai tree because of the fragrance of its flowers, the wonderful effects of the flowers, and the high value of the flower. Mộc hương is also known as cinnamon flower. This type of tree was grown in many noble families of the past. Recently, many people have been breeding and planting mộc hương in front of their houses. Mộc hương is especially abundant in Vietnam and China, in the Himalayan region, and in some countries like China, but the mộc hương strains of Vietnam and China differ in the color of the flowers and the bark of the trunk.
What does mộc hương mean?
Mộc hương is a popular ornamental tree that beautifies and decorates houses, creating a fragrant atmosphere and purifying the air. Mộc hương is also a valuable herb in traditional East Asian medicine.
According to feng shui, mộc hương is believed to bring wealth and prosperity and attract the god of wealth, helping the owner thrive and prosper in business. The fragrance of mộc hương spreads far and wide like the reputation of the homeowner. Families that plant mộc hương are believed to enjoy abundant blessings, creating a healthy and prosperous atmosphere for the family, with fertility in both land and people.
Furthermore, mộc hương is a valuable economic plant. Mộc hương flowers are used to make tea, soak in wine, make cakes, and serve as a valuable natural ingredient compared to other herbal products on the market.
Mộc hương is also a medicinal plant in traditional East Asian medicine. Therefore, mộc hương is recommended to be planted in front of the house to bring a fragrant reputation to the family, attract wealth, and bring prosperity to future generations.
According to feng shui, the mộc hương tree is particularly special. With its yellow flowers, palmate leaves, and brown bark with white scales, mộc hương is considered a feng shui tree that is compatible with all 5 elements: Metal, Wood, Water, Fire, and Earth. It is especially beneficial for people with a Metal element. Due to this feng shui characteristic, mộc hương is increasingly popular among plant lovers.
Why is it said that mộc hương brings wealth?
Mộc hương is a precious herb in traditional East Asian medicine. Mộc hương flowers are very fragrant, and in traditional East Asian medicine, they have a hot and spicy taste, so they are used to make medicine for stomach pain. The roots can treat bone and joint pain, rheumatism, and the fruit is used to treat liver and stomach diseases. In addition, the fragrant aroma of mộc hương helps relax the mind and make the space fresher and more pleasant.
Mộc hương flowers are also used to soak in wine, make medicine, make cakes, and make high-value tea. Dried mộc hương flowers can fetch up to millions of Vietnamese dong on the market. This is why mộc hương is not only an ornamental tree but also a profitable plant. Planting mộc hương in the house is like burying a pot of gold.
Mộc hương trees, when properly cared for, can bloom beautifully. Mộc hương flowers bloom all year round, but most are in the autumn. The fragrant aroma of mộc hương flowers helps relax the mind and bring good luck to the homeowner. Mộc hương flowers grow in clusters and come in various colors such as white and light yellow. Mộc hương trees bear very few fruits, usually blooming in spring and producing small green fruits with seeds.
Planting and caring for mộc hương properly, in accordance with feng shui
The suitable time to graft mộc hương branches is in the autumn or spring. Cut mộc hương branches about 10-15cm long, making sure there are 2-3 bud eyes on each cutting. Then remove the leaves and soak the cuttings in a container of water mixed with a little sugar, then graft them into small pots. The sugar water helps the mộc hương branches root faster. Place the pots in a cool place and check the water daily. Avoid drying out or overwatering. After about 20 days, you can plant the mộc hương grafts in pots or in the ground.
Care tips: Mộc hương trees prefer bright sunlight, so plant them in a well-lit area, preferably in front of the house. To help the tree grow well and bloom regularly, fertilize it regularly according to the tree’s condition, and remember to prune dead branches and withered leaves.
Watering: Mộc hương should be watered regularly but avoid overwatering.
Notes on the feng shui of mộc hương
Mộc hương should be planted in front of the house, either in pots or in the ground. Mộc hương planted in the ground can grow freely up to tens of meters tall. Therefore, depending on whether you choose to plant in pots or in the ground, you should choose a suitable planting location. If you intend for the mộc hương to grow tall and become the tallest plant among the plant collection, it is recommended to plant it on the left side to comply with the rules of Tả Thanh Long and Hữu Bạch Hổ. If the mộc hương is planted in a pot and is not taller than other plants, you can place the pot on the left side of the house.
Mộc hương is a tree that guides the god of wealth and creates a fragrant atmosphere, so it is appropriate to plant it in front of the house. However, pay attention to choosing a location with plenty of sunlight.
Distinguishing Vietnamese mộc hương and Chinese mộc hương: Currently, there are Vietnamese strains of mộc hương and imported Chinese mộc hương on the market. Chinese mộc hương is cheaper. You can distinguish them by their external appearance: Chinese mộc hương trees usually have larger trunks and smoother, lighter-colored bark with cracks. Vietnamese mộc hương trees, on the other hand, have darker trunks with many spots and cracks that run continuously, giving them a rugged look. Some older trees even have moss growing on them, giving them a very ancient appearance.
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