Flowers are regarded as crucial elements of feng shui. Do you know that flowers are advantageous for your surroundings? Fresh flowers bring liveliness not just to your home but also your heart. They bring “chi” to your home.
Feng shui is commonly related with numbers/five elements but not much is evident about the relationship between flowers and feng shui. The presence of flowers reflects our positive attitude as they help in rejuvenating the ambience — be it home or office.
Flowers represent happiness and used in the backdrop for festive occasions. Love, purification, long life and good omen are all connected with flowers and plants according to feng shui.
Flower code
Orchid
The orchid is regarded as the feng shui symbol of fertility, perfection and good luck. Being a symbol of love and beauty, it comes in many shapes, and colours. In China, orchids are related to money, prosperity and are is said to be auspicious. It is associated with the wood element and when used in the work area it can bring you more wealth. It is considered as a natural element for divine enhancement in feng shui and is a famous home plant in the West.
Cherry blossom
The cherry blossom was gifted to the West by Tokyo as an emblem of friendship between the US and Japan. It is native to both Japan and China, where it enjoys a great reputation. These flowers bloom for a short duration during the spring time. Earlier, they were related to the Samurai tradition of Japan. Like the flowers, Samurais, hoped to live short lives. The cherry blossom is related to new beginnings, purity and innocence.
Lotus
The lotus is related to flawless beauty blossoming in the mud, where it blooms without contacting it. The lotus is believed to fetch good luck and prosperity. The plant has been considered for cures and is regarded as a great feng shui symbol as part of Chinese medicine.
Narcissus
The Narcissus is related to the “flowering” of innovation and the will to succeed in a profession of your choice. The white Narcissus in feng shui is associated with the cure and reward for hard work. Showcasing this flower in a competitive environment is believed to be good for your growth.
Chrysanthemum
The chrysanthemum symbolises harmony and a prosperous life. It has Yang energy, which brings happiness to you and your home. When placed in the centre of the house, it brings equilibrium.
Peony
Known as the “king” of flowers, it depicts love and romance. According to feng shui principles, it secures relationships. The peony is the floral symbol of China and is crowned as the state flower of Indiana. The petals symbolise a good marriage and great fortune.
Bamboo
Bamboo is regarded as a lucky wooden plant. By bringing each of the five elements into play, it can enhance power and balance. Keep bamboo shoots (represents the wood element)
In a blue or black container (represents the water element)
in soil (represents the earth element)
with metal coins (represents the metal element)
knitted with a red ribbon (represents the fire element)
to result in a symbolic reflection of the five elements in a single plant.
Floral benefits
The flowers of feng shui increase the flow of positive energy and good luck in the house resulting in a perfect connection between you and your surroundings. Fresh flowers ensure the flow of energy and infuse the environment with scent and colour.
