Most people grow plants because they like the look of them, or are attracted to their foliage or the flowers that they produce. Some people grow plants for food.
When I think of good luck plants, shamrocks and four leaf clovers come to mind. They have a common connection to good luck for many. However, these are not the only lucky plants to keep in your home.
Dwarf umbrella trees
Schefflera arboricola capella is a variegated variety of the umbrella plant.
In China, the umbrella tree is one of the most commonly used plants in Feng Shui.
The fingers of the leaves are thought to capture positive energy and the plant is said to bring wealth to the residents. The way in which the fingers droop slightly from the stem looks like an umbrella, which leads to the plants common name.
Peace lily
Spathiphyllum wallisii – also known as peace lily. According to feng shui, growing peace lilies means that good luck and good fortune is on the horizon for you.
This plant has long strappy green leaves and brilliant white flowers. It will create a pleasant atmosphere in any room. Many people also think that peace lilies are useful for purifying the air of environmental contaminants.
Place peace lilies anywhere that you would like to improve air quality. They are especially useful as office plants.
Parlor palms
This attractive plant with feathery fronds has the botanical name chamaedorea elegans. Common names for the plant are parlor palm, dwarf palm, fish tail palm, and good luck palm
Parlor palms have a place in feng shui as a plant to improve balance and to purify the air.
The plants are also versatile. They are as happy by your front door as they are in a corner of your room. Outdoors, parlor palms are hardy in zones 10 to 12. They makea a great shade plant. Indoors, the graceful plant looks lovely in the corner of a well lit room.
Mother-in-laws tongue
Sanseviera is also known as snake plant or mother-in-law’s tongue. The plant grows 2 to 4 feet tall and has long green and yellow striped leaves. It seems to thrive on minimal care but is prone to damage from over watering.
Snake plant is deemed to bring good luck. It absorbs contaminants from the air and eliminates toxins. The plant is thought to give off a strong protective energy and shield the home from negative chi energy.
Sanseviera grow outdoors in zones 9b through 12. Potted plants grown outdoors can take a slightly colder climate. Indoors, the plants can take a lower light condition.
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