Do you like the plants that give a peaceful vibe even after being placed in the corner of the room? We love them too. Today, we are about to tell you the phenomena that you will repeatedly read in our blogs - Feng Shui. The concept of feng shui is very old and tells a lot about a plant. It is an ancient Chinese practice that is primarily focused on arranging living spaces in a way that creates harmony for both humans and the spaces they create for themselves.
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What is Feng Shui?
If we break the term Feng Shui, then it comes down to Feng, meaning wind, and Shui, meaning water. These are amongst the most vital ingredients that create a balanced and prosperous life. Whereas Chi or Qi, is the energy that can affect the various aspects of life (health, wealth, etc)after we arrange our homes. Overall, the sole aim of feng shui is to harness positive energy for the well-being of the home.
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Key principles of Feng Shui
Now, like any other philosophy, Feng Shui is also based on some core principles. Let’s have a brief look at them before diving into the plants that fit best in these:
The Bagua Map:
The term Bagua translates to areas/ regions in Chinese. It is a tool which is used in feng shui to analyse fields of energy according to nine life aspects. These nine aspects are career, relationships, Reputation, Knowledge, family, health, family, wealth and travel.
Each section is associated with a specific area of your life and corresponds to a direction (north, south, east, west) or an element (wood, fire, earth, metal, water).
The Five Elements
It’s where the true magic starts. Feng Shui principles also incorporate the five elements—wood, fire, earth, metal, and water—each of which represents specific qualities. By balancing these elements in your space, you can foster the right environment for growth and prosperity.
Chi (Energy Flow)
We know Chi or Qi as the energy that flows in all the spaces around the household. As per Feng Shui, it is recognized as a life force that builds a smooth flow. In contrast to this, the cluttered, tight spaces or the sharp angles can disrupt the flow and contribute to negative energy.
Yin and Yang
It is a concept that clearly states the balance of the opposite whether it’s light or dark, hark or soft, quiet or loud. This concept of feng shui strongly cites to find a balance between the forces in the space and makes sure neither one feels too chaotic or stagnant.
Being a plant lover or just the one who wants some changes in the house, it’s time that you create an environment which brings a positive change into life.
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Most Popular Feng Shui Plants for Indian Garden
Now, here is the most awaited list of Feng Shui Plants that we highly recommend.
Lucky Bamboo
It’s one of the most popular plants for gifting purposes. Lucky bamboo is primarily known for its feng shui benefit of being a good luck plant in one’s home. A lucky bamboo can represent all five elements within itself. Where bamboo represents wood, water is represented by the water we add to it, it even contains the soil and air element, red ribbon around the bamboo represents the fire element. Above all, it’s even one of our favourite choices.
Jade Plant
Next is the Jade plant, it can also be placed as a bonsai or an outdoor plant. Also known as Crassula ovata, this plant is said to bring wealth and good fortune.
Money Plant
It is one of the most famous plants in all the Indian gardens. Money Plant is known as Pothos, this plant is said to bring good fortune, wealth, and balance.
Snake Plant
You can easily recognize the snake plant by its beautiful, tall, slender leaves in shades of green and yellow. It is a low-maintenance plant that can suit the needs of our travel enthusiasts while protecting the household.
Aloe Vera
Aloe vera plant is widely famous for being one of the most preferred plants indoors. Apart from the various benefits, it is also a must-have plant on any beginner’s list. This plant not only brings good luck but also adds harmony to relationships.
Birds of Paradise
Like its name, Birds of Paradise is a very unique and attractive plant. This plant is said to represent love and faithfulness.
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It’s a Wrap!
At Urvann, we aim to help every home choose the quality greens for their spaces. In this blog, we told you about Feng Shui, an ancient Chinese practice that emphasizes on creating harmony in your living space. When you understand some principles like Five elements and Ying Yang, it will be easier for you to incorporate feng shui in your home. Now, after giving you options for numerous plants, we are leaving the choice to you. From incorporating a lucky corner to a colourful paradise in your garden, you can create a space which is both minimal and adheres to the demands of cultures.
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