Attract wealth and fulfill wishes by placing 6 types of flowers on your altar on the 10th day of the Lunar New Year

According to feng shui beliefs, placing these types of flowers on the altar will help attract luck and prosperity for the homeowners.

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Money Plant

The money plant is a type of flower symbolizing wealth, prosperity, luck, and abundance. Therefore, this type of flower is often used for worshiping the God of Wealth.

The money plant comes in various vibrant colors, but in worship, people often choose red flowers – symbolizing luck, fortune, or yellow money plants – representing happiness and peace.

Golden Chrysanthemum

The chrysanthemum flower is part of the “pine – chrysanthemum – bamboo – apricot blossom” quartet that many people favor. This type of flower is often used in worship because, according to the beliefs of ancient people, the color yellow represents the Metal element, and fortune also belongs to the Metal element. Placing chrysanthemums on the altar is considered a symbol of luck, prosperity, and helps create a warm and inviting worship space.

Orchid

The orchid flower, also known as the sword orchid, is a type of flower symbolizing sweet beauty and purity. In feng shui, it is believed that orchids have the ability to ward off negative energy and bring positive energy. In addition, this type of flower also represents gratitude and brings wealth to the homeowner. Therefore, orchids are always popular in Vietnamese culture and are often used for worship. Homeowners can choose orchids in lucky colors such as red or yellow to place on the altar.

Peony

The peony flower carries the meanings of happiness and prosperity, so it is often placed on the altar of the God of Wealth – Ong Dia. This type of flower not only represents solemn beauty but also has bright and eye-catching colors. Red peonies evoke a warm and vibrant feeling, symbolizing good fortune.

Red Roses

Red roses are also a type of flower commonly used in worship. The red color symbolizes luck and solemnity. Usually, when people mention red roses, they only think of flowers of love. However, in feng shui, this type of flower is also a symbol of progress, wealth, and prosperity.

Fresh red roses are an ideal choice to place on the altar of the God of Wealth. Note that when choosing roses, homeowners should select thornless ones and choose scenes that include both flowers, buds, and young leaves as they represent growth and prosperity.

Water Lily

Water lilies are beautiful flowers, not only used for home decoration but also can be used for worship. This type of flower represents success and development in one’s career path. Businesspeople should place water lilies on the altar of the God of Wealth to seek luck and prosperity. According to feng shui, water lilies are considered as a jade cup, symbolizing harmony, prosperity, and bringing luck and positive energy to the family.

Many people believe that water lilies blooming on New Year’s Eve or other important occasions are a sign of good luck.

This information is for reference and personal experiences.

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Frequently asked questions

Placing flowers on an altar during the Lunar New Year is believed to bring good luck, attract wealth, and fulfill wishes. Each type of flower has a specific symbolism and is believed to invoke different types of blessings.

The 6 types of flowers and their significance are: Orchid (symbolizes refinement and perfection), Lotus (represents purity and spiritual growth), Sunflower (brings joy and positivity), Peach blossom (attracts love and romance), Narcissus (symbolizes prosperity and good fortune), and Marigold (brings happiness and is believed to ward off negative energy).

The flowers should be arranged beautifully and elegantly on the altar, with care and respect. There is no fixed rule, but it is recommended to place the flowers in a way that symbolizes the welcoming of blessings and the honoring of the divine.

Yes, besides placing the flowers, people also burn incense and offer prayers to their ancestors and deities. Some may also meditate or practice mindfulness to align themselves with the energy of abundance and gratitude.

Yes, you can place other objects that hold spiritual significance for you. Crystals, statues of deities, or personal talismans can be added to enhance the energy of the altar. Just ensure that the space remains respectful and harmonious.