Nowadays, there is a growing interest in indoor plants for maintaining greenery and enhancing the positive atmosphere in a home. Among these are plants that, according to beliefs, can change one's destiny. The plant known as the Jade Plant receives special significance in the teachings of Vastu Shastra and Feng Shui. It is also called the Money Tree, Friendship Tree, or Good Luck Plant.
Thanks to its shiny, fleshy, and round leaves, which resemble coins, the Jade Plant is considered a symbol of wealth and prosperity. Below is a guide on the benefits of placing this plant in the home and in which directions it promotes well-being.
According to the principles of Vastu Shastra, the full benefit from any plant is achieved only when it is placed in a suitable location and direction. To attract abundance and advancement, it is recommended to place the Jade Plant in the South-East direction, which is governed by the deity of wealth and the planet Venus. Placing it in the Agni corner of the living room is considered most auspicious, as it strengthens the financial situation and helps find new sources of income.
Placing the Jade Plant near the main entrance of the house, especially on the right side, also brings positive energy and luck. This helps ward off negative energy entering the dwelling. If there are problems with business profits or career advancement has stalled at work, a small Jade Plant should be placed in the South-East corner of the office desk or cash register; this improves concentration.
To support children's creative abilities and their professional growth, the plant can be placed in the western direction of the house or next to a study desk.
There are certain places where keeping a Jade Plant can have the opposite effect according to Vastu rules. It is strictly forbidden to keep it in the bedroom or bathroom, as the negative energy of the bathroom can destroy all the positive properties of the plant.
Furthermore, the Jade Plant should not be placed in dark corners of the house where sunlight does not penetrate. Vastu teaches that a withered or dry plant attracts poverty and negativity. If the plant's leaves turn yellow or begin to dry, they must be removed immediately.
Since the Jade Plant is a succulent, its leaves store moisture, so it does not require excessive watering. Water should only be added to the pot when the top layer of soil becomes dry. To maintain health and bright green color, the plant vitally needs at least 3-4 hours of soft sunlight or bright diffused light during the day.