7 Vastu Plants That Can Bring Joy, Good Energy, Money, And Peace

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Whether it's a succulent on your work desk or a full-blown indoor jungle situation, plants (especially indoor plants), can instantly perk up your space and add life and freshness. We were reading up on Vastu Sastra (the Indian science of architecture if you are new to this) and there's a lot of focus on having, and growing plants at home. According to Vastu, certain plants supposedly bring about calmness, a positive aura, good fortune, and healthier living. If this perks your interest, then you'd be glad to know that we've made it easier for you by picking seven must-have Vastu plants (yes, we are calling them that) for your home. And hey, whether you buy into Vastu or not, at the end of the day, you are someone who needs good plants in their life. 

Lucky Bamboo Plant

Three Layer Bamboo Good Luck Terrarium

Three Layer Bamboo Good Luck Terrarium

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The lucky bamboo plant (Dracaena braunii), that you often see at garden & decor stores along with Buddha statues, is apparently and mostly known for bringing positive energy, luck, and wealth to the space. The miniature ones work as a desktop option or you could go with the ones that tend to grow taller. 

Vastu Tip: Have it placed in the southeast or east corner of your house. 

Money Plant

Money Plant In Colourful Rajwada Printed Pot

Money Plant In Colourful Rajwada Printed Pot

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Probably one of the most popular Vastu plants, the money plant (Epipremnum aureum) is known for bringing wealth. You can place the plant on your balcony or indoors like the bedroom as it's a good air-purifying plant. 

Vastu Tip: Have it placed in the southeast or east corners of your house. North if you are keeping it on the balcony. 

Snake Plant

Snake Plant, Sansevieria trifasciata, Sansevieria zeylanica - Plant

Snake Plant, Sansevieria trifasciata, Sansevieria zeylanica - Plant

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Another popular indoor plant amongst Indian homes is the snake plant (Dracaena trifasciata). Also known as mother-in-law's tongue, the plant is known for increased oxygen flow, which means a healthier lifestyle. 

Vastu Tip: Place this plant in the east corner of your house and make sure the corner is not crowded by other plants. 

Rubber Plant

Stylish Ficus Compacta

Stylish Ficus Compacta

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The rubber plant (ficus elastica) is a popular indoor plant that often makes to the list of indoor plants that are easy to maintain. Apparently, it's known to bring in wealth and prosperity. It makes for a great entranceway and doorway plant as well. 

Vastu Tip: Place this plant in any southeast part of your house. 

Jade

Grow Together Jade Mini Plant

Grow Together Jade Mini Plant

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One of our favourite plants, Jade in Vastu is known for bringing lots of good luck and positive energy and vibes all around. The plant makes for an excellent housewarming gift as well. 

Vastu Tip: The best spot for keeping jade plants is in the southeast direction and especially at the entrances. Avoid having this in your bedroom. 

Peace Lily

Peace Lily for Wonderful Day - Gift Plant

Peace Lily for Wonderful Day - Gift Plant

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Peace Lily is a pretty plant and like its name, in Vastu, it's known to bring peace, calmness, and ward off any negative energy at home. You can have a lot of these dotting your space—indoors, outdoors, on the balcony, entryways et al. 

Vastu Tip: You can place this plant anywhere in the house.

Peony

Imported Double Peony Ranunculus Flower Bulbs

Imported Double Peony Ranunculus Flower Bulbs

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A flowering plant that while might be a bit cumbersome to take care of at first, once it blooms your house will have so much colour and freshness to it. In Vastu, the plant is known for fostering good relationships and attitudes. It's often associated with bringing love as well. 

Vastu Tip: Keep the plant in the southwest corner of your home.