The Dragon Fruit Tree, a plant originally cultivated for its vibrant fruit, is also part of the cactus family. Native to Mexico and Central and South America, this plant has found its way to Southeast Asia, including countries like Vietnam, Thailand, Malaysia, the Philippines, and Indonesia. The plant’s eye-catching fruit and its bright, colorful appearance make it a popular symbol of prosperity and good fortune, especially during the Tet season. With its auspicious name and the mythical dragon it represents, the Dragon Fruit Tree is believed to bring a year filled with wealth and blessings to those who display it. The plant’s association with the revered dragon, a symbol of power and good luck in Eastern culture, has made it a favorite among families seeking a prosperous new year. As the Tet holiday approaches, the demand for Dragon Fruit plants increases, with larger and more fruitful trees being valued for their higher potential to attract wealth. In addition to its symbolic value, Dragon Fruit offers health benefits, such as regulating blood sugar, improving dental health, preventing colon cancer, and lowering cholesterol. In traditional medicine, it is used for wound healing, appetite stimulation, weight loss, memory improvement, and women’s health. With a high water content of about 90%, Dragon Fruit also helps quench thirst quickly.
The Dragon Fruit Tree is in high demand this Tet season, 2017
Bringing wealth and prosperity to the homeowner, just like the image of a dragon soaring through the sky.For a long time, the Pomegranate Tree has been more than just a fruit-bearing plant; it has become a popular ornamental tree favored by gardening enthusiasts. Not only is the Pomegranate Tree planted for decorative purposes, but it is also believed to bring prosperity and good fortune to the home. With its symbolic meaning of wealth and happiness, "Pomegranate brings a hundred sons," the Pomegranate Tree is increasingly sought after by plant lovers to display in their homes during the Tet season. The tree’s vibrant red color is perfectly aligned with the traditional Tet celebrations, symbolizing joy and the festive spirit of the new year. Additionally, the Pomegranate Tree is seen as a symbol of fertility and family blessings. Its strong, woody trunk represents stability and resilience, while the bright red fruits resemble lucky lanterns, inviting good fortune into the home. The blooming red flowers of the Pomegranate Tree are believed to ward off evil spirits and bring health, wealth, and happiness. Among plant collectors, the Pomegranate Tree is also regarded as a "beauty" due to its stunning, eye-catching flowers. Placing a Pomegranate Tree in front of the house during Tet is said to attract prosperity, while adding a burst of life to the home. It is also believed that families wishing for children in the new year will experience good news by displaying a Pomegranate Tree heavy with fruit. Beyond its symbolic meaning, the Pomegranate Tree's energy is thought to bring favorable feng shui and promises a smooth and prosperous year in career, health, and family life.
"Pomegranate brings a hundred sons"
A symbol of a prosperous family with many descendants and a long, blessed life.3. Bamboo and Lucky Bamboo
Bamboo has long been a cherished part of rural life in Vietnam, deeply intertwined with the nation’s history of wars and the struggle for independence. It has become a revered symbol of strength, resilience, and cultural heritage. It’s no surprise that today many people choose to decorate their homes with Bamboo during the Tet holiday. According to feng shui, Bamboo represents wealth and longevity, making it a perfect plant to attract prosperity and safeguard health in the coming year. Additionally, the natural resilience and unyielding strength of Bamboo convey a message of overcoming challenges and adversity. With such profound symbolism, Bamboo is a prime candidate for a lucky plant to welcome the new year. Furthermore, Lucky Bamboo, with its upright, fresh green stalks and simple elegance, is thought to bring good fortune by clearing negative energy and improving the flow of positive vibes in the home. The plant is also associated with wisdom, steadiness, and overcoming obstacles. In Chinese culture, a painting of Bamboo is often given as a gift to students as a symbol of success in exams, protection from malice, and the triumph of fairness over jealousy. Whether displayed in the bedroom or living room, Lucky Bamboo is a meaningful gift for a housewarming or Tet celebration, bringing blessings of good fortune and positive energy to the home. For these reasons, Bamboo and Lucky Bamboo are among the most popular plants for bringing wealth and luck during Tet in Vietnam.
A noble symbol of longevity and wealth.
Japanese BambooThe Weeping Lộc Vừng Tree, known for its strong, steady trunk, symbolizes unwavering determination and resilience. Its long lifespan represents the blessing of a long, prosperous life. The word 'Lộc' (fortune) and 'Vừng' (small but abundant) together convey the idea of continuous, steady wealth. The tree’s vibrant red flowers are a symbol of prosperity, happiness, and abundance, making it an ideal gift for celebrations, housewarmings, promotions, or birthdays. The Lộc Vừng only blooms once a year for about 10 to 15 days, during which time its bright red blossoms cover the entire tree. Many people, especially those in business, take this period as an opportunity to grow their ventures, believing that when the tree blooms, success and good fortune follow. The tree’s blossoms, bright and beautiful, symbolize prosperity and good luck. Planting a Weeping Lộc Vừng Tree in the home is said to invite wealth, while also enhancing the home’s energy and providing a source of joy for the eyes. As the second in the trio of the Three Blessings (Phúc, Lộc, Thọ), the Lộc Vừng Tree is associated with the God of Wealth, making it a popular choice for business owners who seek to welcome prosperity into their homes. Feng Shui practitioners believe the Lộc Vừng Tree brings good fortune, wealth, and vitality to its owners. When it blooms during Tet, it is considered an omen of happiness and success for the family. Its bright red flowers radiate positive energy, creating a peaceful, calming atmosphere for those who admire them.
A symbol of the God of Wealth in the Three Blessings: Phúc, Lộc, Thọ.
When it blooms during Tet, it brings joy and good fortune to the family.With its auspicious name, the Forever Green Plant (Vạn Niên Thanh) instantly evokes a sense of its powerful feng shui properties. This plant, known for its longevity and evergreen leaves, thrives despite the harshest weather conditions. The name ‘Vạn Niên Thanh’ translates to ‘living for a thousand years,’ making it a symbolic gift for many occasions, such as wishing long life during birthday celebrations or wishing everlasting harmony in marriage. During Tet, placing a Forever Green Plant in the home is believed to enhance health and bring success, especially when positioned according to feng shui principles to attract the beneficial influence of the Four Lucky Stars, which govern career and academic achievements. Additionally, the Forever Green Plant serves as a natural air purifier, refreshing the home’s atmosphere and making the space more pleasant. It is considered a feng shui enhancer for wealth, symbolizing prosperity for the family. People also believe that displaying the plant during Tet brings abundance, while in marriage, it wishes for a harmonious relationship. In celebrations such as birthday parties or longevity ceremonies, the plant represents wishes for a long life. The Forever Green Plant is perfect for home décor or office spaces, as it purifies the air and brings a fresh, vibrant energy to any environment.
Symbolizing 'living a thousand years.'
Bringing abundant health and great success to the homeowner.A popular plant this Tet season is the Red Radish, symbolizing the welcoming of wealth and good fortune into the home. Initially valued as a nutritious food source for family meals, the round shape and vibrant red color of this radish caught the attention of feng shui enthusiasts, transforming it into a trendy decorative plant for the New Year. Not only does it represent good luck and prosperity, but it is also easy to grow and adaptable to various environments, making it a favorite among gardening enthusiasts and families alike. The red radish is especially prized for its color, believed to bring luck and attract wealth into the home. It is considered a powerful symbol of financial abundance and fortune.
Symbolizing the invitation of wealth and prosperity into the home.
A unique new trend in decorative plants for the Tet season.7. Tet Peach Blossom Tree
The Peach Blossom is a symbol of spring. For generations, this flower has been an integral part of Tet celebrations. Representing the North, while the Mai flower is characteristic of the South, the Peach Blossom is deeply beloved by the Vietnamese. Without these flowers, Tet feels incomplete. Many people choose to display Peach Blossoms during Tet, as the red flowers bring luck and happiness, and according to folklore, they ward off evil spirits. Moreover, they are said to strengthen friendships and relationships, fostering long-lasting bonds. The Peach Tree is regarded as a spiritual embodiment of the Five Elements. In feng shui, the tree is thought to exorcise evil and bring good fortune, which is why families often place a potted peach tree at their doorsteps to welcome the New Year. It is also seen as a symbol of renewal and strong growth. When selecting a tree, it's important to ensure the four essential elements—flowers, buds, new shoots, and leaves—are present, as they represent the fullness and prosperity of the family. The ideal tree should have short, compact branches and a balanced shape, creating a harmonious and beautiful appearance.
Tet Peach Blossom Tree
Tet Peach Blossom TreeAccording to folk belief, the Diễn Pomelo Tree is considered highly auspicious in feng shui for the start of the new year. People evaluate the tree based on characteristics such as its leaves, fruit, shape, and the color of its fruit. The round, heavy pomelo fruit is seen as a symbol of abundance and prosperity for the family in the coming year. Not only is the fruit visually appealing, but its fragrant aroma is highly cherished by plant enthusiasts, who believe it will keep the house smelling fresh all year long. The yellow color of the fruit represents warmth and good fortune, making it the perfect color to usher in the new year, signaling successful business and financial growth. Additionally, yellow symbolizes wealth and treasure, further solidifying the pomelo tree’s reputation as a bringer of prosperity. Thus, the Diễn Pomelo Tree is often called the “Tree of Four Blessings.”
Diễn Pomelo Trees have large, round, and lush foliage. Particularly, these trees are abundant in fruit, and many believe that having a tree full of leaves and fruit will bring wealth and success in the coming year. The upright posture of the Diễn Pomelo Tree is a key feature that adds to its appeal, symbolizing the stability of family happiness, work, and career. This has made the tree a favorite among those who love gardening. Furthermore, with proper care, the Diễn Pomelo Tree can live for several years, continuing to grace the home for multiple Tet celebrations. After Tet, many people plant it in their gardens as a fruit-bearing tree. Besides its beauty, the pomelo fruit is sweet and juicy, making it a delightful treat. Some even use the pomelo peel to make desserts or for beauty purposes, adding even more value to this wonderful tree.
Pomelo Tree
Pomelo TreeHistorically, the Golden Mai Tree has been deeply connected to the rural landscapes of Vietnam, a symbol rooted in the nation’s agricultural heritage. The tree, which puts down deep roots and stands resilient against harsh winds and storms, represents unwavering strength and perseverance. Even in the harshest conditions, it endures through the years, blooming beautifully at the start of spring. The Mai is revered as a symbol of tenacity and devotion, blooming at the perfect time to usher in the new year with sweet fragrance and vibrant color. Its golden petals symbolize hope, wealth, and prosperity, making it a favorite decoration in Vietnamese homes during Tet celebrations, as families wish for a prosperous and harmonious year ahead. There’s a belief that the more petals the Mai flower has, the greater the wealth and success for the family. If the tree blooms with seven petals, it is considered a sign of immense fortune and blessings. That’s why you’ll often find a branch of Mai on ancestor altars in southern Vietnamese homes during Tet, offering respect and hoping for an abundant year.
Golden Mai Tree
Golden Mai TreeThe striking beauty of the Money Tree, with its abundant clusters of vibrant red fruits, makes it a symbol of good fortune and prosperity. In Feng Shui, the Money Tree is believed to attract wealth and enhance one's luck. This makes it a popular choice for gifts during special occasions such as business openings, promotions, or New Year celebrations. With its resilience and unique appearance, the Money Tree makes a lasting impression from the very first glance. Not only is it associated with wealth, but it is also thought to inspire determination, helping the owner overcome challenges and obstacles in life. The bright red color of the Money Tree is particularly auspicious for people born under the Fire element, as it is said to bring prosperity. Additionally, its Feng Shui properties are believed to be especially potent for those of the Earth element, as Fire nourishes Earth in the cycle of the five elements.
Money Tree
Money TreeThe Money Tree is believed to attract wealth and prosperity, bringing good fortune to its owners. This plant symbolizes balance, with five leaves on each branch, each representing one of the five elements of Feng Shui: Metal, Wood, Water, Fire, and Earth. It not only adds vitality to a room, fulfilling an essential Feng Shui principle, but also maintains harmony in spaces where other elements might be lacking. Because of this, the Money Tree is a perfect choice for drawing financial success when placed in your home, ensuring a balanced energy flow. It’s also a great addition to any Feng Shui office or living space.
While the Money Tree is well-known for attracting wealth, it also brings fortune and prosperity to your entire family. You can even share this luck by gifting a part of your Money Tree to friends or loved ones. This elegant plant is ideal for your living room, where it will earn respect from visitors. Having a Money Tree promotes peace of mind and a rich spiritual life. Additionally, it can help your employees or clients feel relaxed and refreshed, boosting work relationships.
Golden Money Tree
Money TreeWhile the plum blossom represents wealth and prosperity during the New Year, and the peach tree wards off evil spirits, the Buddha's Hand is a symbol of ongoing good fortune and prosperity throughout the year. The distinct, elegant appearance of the Buddha's Hand fruit brings a sense of luxury and spirituality, blessing the owner with continuous wealth and success. This unique fruit, aside from its religious use in temples, is also a thoughtful gift for occasions such as birthdays, New Year celebrations, grand openings, housewarmings, or even displayed in offices and meeting rooms. Owning a Buddha's Hand tree is said to bring good luck, good health, and a smooth year ahead for the family or workplace.
According to cultural experts, when Buddhism arrived in Vietnam from India, monks brought with them a fruit with a subtle fragrance and a shape that resembled the outstretched fingers of a hand. This symbolized the 'hand of Buddha,' providing protection against evil spirits while offering blessings for luck and prosperity. With its unique aroma and deep spiritual meaning, the Buddha's Hand fruit is often placed on ancestor altars, in the belief that it will keep the spirits of ancestors close, blessing the home with peace, safety, and abundance. The fruit is typically positioned at the center of the five-fruit tray, the highest point, during New Year's celebrations.
Buddha's Hand Tree
Buddha's Hand TreeLucky Bamboo, also known as 'Money Tree' or 'Fortune Bamboo,' is believed to bring good luck, health, and prosperity. This beautiful plant is a symbol of positive energy, attracting and enhancing the flow of beneficial forces in your home or business.
This plant is said to bring luck and abundant wealth to the whole family. According to Feng Shui, the number of Lucky Bamboo stalks planted in a pot has different meanings:
- 2 stalks: Love and marriage
- 3 stalks: Brings three types of luck: happiness, longevity, and wealth
- 5 stalks: Health
- 8 stalks: Prosperity and financial growth
- 9 stalks: Overall good fortune
Lucky Bamboo
Lucky BambooDuring the Lunar New Year, there are many flowers people use to decorate their homes, such as peach blossoms and apricot flowers, but perhaps the golden chrysanthemum is the most popular during this festive time. Its simple yet brilliant golden color and subtle fragrance bring freshness to your home. Not only does it brighten your space, but the golden chrysanthemum also symbolizes joy, luck, wealth, and happiness. It represents longevity, nobility, and filial piety, often associated with the image of a virtuous person. This is why golden chrysanthemums are frequently displayed during the New Year.
In addition to enhancing the ambiance of your home, golden chrysanthemums are also believed to be a Feng Shui plant that brings prosperity. Representing abundance and appearing in the 'Four Symbols' of the Four Seasons — plum, bamboo, chrysanthemum, and pine — it brings life, joy, happiness, and harmony to every household. Additionally, chrysanthemums are thought to ward off evil spirits and protect the home from bad influences. In Vietnamese culture, chrysanthemums are one of the Four Noble Plants, symbolizing longevity and prosperity. According to Feng Shui, they bring peace and good fortune to the family. This is why chrysanthemums are a must-have in every Vietnamese household during the Lunar New Year.
Chrysanthemum
ChrysanthemumPlacing a pot of gerbera daisies at your front door, in the living room, or as a decorative vase can be a meaningful wish for your family in the new year. Gerbera daisies, also known as 'money flowers' in Feng Shui, are believed to bring wealth, good fortune, and prosperity, especially during the Tet holiday. With their charming, vibrant, and lively appearance, gerbera daisies are available in compact mini sizes perfect for decorative pots on tabletops. The beauty of a gerbera daisy pot will bring a lively, cheerful touch to your home during the new year.
Due to their small, neat size, gerbera daisies are perfect for decorating tables, window sills, dining areas, reception desks, checkout counters, office desks, doorways, balconies, TV stands, bookshelves, storage cabinets, stair landings, and more. These flowers brighten up any space while infusing the atmosphere with joy and meaning. Gerbera daisies are also popular for their striking appearance in clear water vases, either on their own or combined with other flowers and greenery. Just like table pots, these vases can be displayed anywhere to create a focal point. During Tet, if you want your garden to look more vibrant, planting gerbera daisies in large pots or garden beds will make a stunning flower carpet that will attract attention and bring wealth into your home.
Gerbera Daisy
Gerbera DaisyThe Kumquat Tree is a popular and beloved plant for decorating homes during the Lunar New Year. It is a familiar sight in Vietnamese households and is cherished for its simple yet elegant beauty. Often cultivated as a decorative plant or shaped into bonsai, the kumquat tree carries a symbolic meaning due to the homophone of the word "quất" with "cát"—which translates to auspiciousness, prosperity, and good fortune. This fortunate association has made the kumquat tree a symbol of wealth during the New Year season. In traditional Vietnamese belief, the kumquat tree brings abundance, prosperity, and a peaceful, healthy life to the household.
The sight of kumquat trees laden with fruit is a common image during the end of the year, symbolizing a prosperous and fulfilling New Year. In Vietnamese homes, it is customary to display the vibrant kumquat tree with its golden fruits as a sign of good luck and fortune. These trees are often used as decorative plants on tables, as people believe they will bring blessings and good business. Kumquat trees are particularly favored in office spaces, where they are placed in prominent positions to attract positive energy and financial success. For the best results, people look for kumquat trees that are sturdy, with vibrant green leaves and plump, golden fruits. Many believe that owning a perfectly-shaped kumquat tree will ensure prosperity and well-being for the entire year.
The name 'kumquat' is similar to the word for 'auspicious'—bringing good fortune to families during Tet
Focus on selecting a kumquat tree with a flexible, sturdy shape and perfectly round, golden fruitsThe fig tree is a prominent symbol in the trio of trees representing the Three Blessings: Happiness - Prosperity - Longevity. During the Tết holiday, the fig tree is highly sought after by gardening enthusiasts and businesspeople alike. Pruned into bonsai shapes by skilled artisans, the fig tree not only boasts a strong, healthy appearance, but also features heavy, abundant fruit clusters. In Buddhist tradition, the fig fruit is known as the "Udambara flower," a rare bloom that appears only once every 3,000 years, signifying auspicious omens. When the Udambara flower blooms, it is said that a king or a prophecy of good fortune will follow. The Lotus Sutra mentions that it is incredibly rare to witness this flower's appearance.
In Vietnam, the fig tree is a beloved addition to Tết celebrations, often displayed as part of the traditional five-fruit tray. The fig is symbolic of abundance and completeness, with its round, vibrant green fruits representing harmony and prosperity. In the home during the New Year, having a fig tree brings positive energy, signaling a year full of wealth and blessings. Many families also place fig fruit on their ancestral altars, believing it brings good luck and protection from negative energies.
Leading the trio of the Three Blessings: Happiness - Prosperity - Longevity.
A prosperous and abundant new year with a fig tree decorating your home.Similar to the Money Tree, the Money Tree is a symbol of wealth and prosperity, making it an excellent choice for the 2021 Lunar New Year. With its lush green foliage and sturdy leaves, the Money Tree conveys a message of good fortune and is a well-wishing gift to every family during the New Year. This plant is often seen in shopping malls and office buildings, where it is occasionally mistaken for other plants due to its low maintenance requirements and its ability to stay healthy and vibrant.
Because of its auspicious Feng Shui benefits, this plant is highly favored as a New Year gift for friends and family. To further enhance its ability to attract wealth, some people wrap golden coins and red ribbons around the stems and leaves of the Money Tree, amplifying its positive energy and boosting its Feng Shui effects. Additionally, its affordable price makes it a popular choice for many families looking to brighten their homes during the New Year.
A symbol of wealth and prosperity entering your home.
You can enhance the Feng Shui of the plant by adding golden coins and red ribbons to increase its positive energy.
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