The lucky bamboo plant, as its name suggests, brings luck, fortune, and smoothness in work and life to its owner. This plant is a popular feng shui plant that thrives both indoors and outdoors. So, who is suitable to grow this type of plant?
About the lucky bamboo plant
The lucky bamboo plant, also known as Dracaena draco L, belongs to the Dracaeaceae – Dracaena family. In Vietnam, this plant is commonly found in high mountainous areas in the southern region of the country.
The lucky bamboo plant is a small woody plant that grows up to 1-5m tall. It has multiple branches that originate from the base, with additional roots growing from the stem. The leaves are concentrated at the top, shaped like a spear, measuring 15-20cm long and 5-8cm wide. The leaves are long and curved, with the base hugging the stem. The plant sheds its leaves, forming a tree trunk. The leaf blades are dark green and shiny. The flower cluster is sparse and the flowers are small and yellow. The lucky bamboo plant thrives in both bright and partially shaded environments, making it suitable for indoor decoration. It has low water requirements and can tolerate drought well. It is commonly used in office interiors and large halls, arranged according to the preferences of the plant enthusiast to create a beautiful decorative scenery while maintaining the natural beauty of the plant.
To have a good and beautiful ornamental plant, it is recommended to choose a plant with a large, healthy, and well-developed root. The root should be larger than the stem, as a larger root indicates a longer lifespan and more beautiful, well-developed roots.
Which zodiac signs are compatible with the lucky bamboo plant?
The lucky bamboo plant is a beautiful decorative plant with significant meanings for its growers. Many plant enthusiasts choose to grow and use the lucky bamboo plant for decorative purposes in various places.
The lucky bamboo plant has a strong vitality and brings luck and fortune to its owner, as its name suggests. According to Feng Shui experts, the lucky bamboo plant has dark green leaves, representing the Wood element, making it compatible with people who have the Fire, Water, and Wood elements in their birth charts. Moreover, the lucky bamboo plant has leaves that resemble a sword, warding off negative energy and reducing stress. Some even believe that if this plant is compatible with your birth element, it will bring success to your career and life.
Caring for the lucky bamboo plant
To grow lucky bamboo plants at home, you can choose the method of using stem cuttings. You can insert the cuttings into empty soil, pots, or in your garden. After two weeks, the plant will start sprouting and develop roots into the soil. The sprout will grow into a new plant.
+ Watering: When used as an indoor decoration, the amount of water for irrigation should be less than usual. Watering twice a week is sufficient because the plant can withstand drought well, and there is no need to worry about it drying out. If grown outdoors, daily watering is required. When watering, make sure the stem and leaves are wet to wash away dirt and help the plant photosynthesize well.
+ Soil: The lucky bamboo plant prefers fertile soil with good drainage. It cannot tolerate waterlogging. Apply organic fertilizer, earthworm compost, or chemical fertilizers every 2-3 months to improve and supplement nutrients for the plant.
+ Light: If grown indoors, you should bring the plant out to receive sunlight for about 4-6 hours per week. If grown outdoors, choose a location with sufficient sunlight.
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