What trees have auspicious meanings
For netizens to explain what trees have auspicious meanings and to review the explanation of 8 kinds of auspicious trees suitable for客厅 cultivation in the aspect of green plants and flowers, please read on!
Modern families almost always keep some flowers and green plants in their rooms, which can not only beautify the living environment and purify the air, but also cultivate a hobby of raising flowers and grass in the busy urban life, allowing tired bodies and minds to relax. It is also very particular to keep flowers at home. The living room space is relatively large, and it is suitable to keep some tall tree species. As the saying goes, "Trees in the living room, nine out of ten are rich", many people who pay attention to details will keep some "auspicious trees" in the living room. For example, the following several kinds, placed in the living room, are tall and domineering, with auspicious meanings and nurturing people.
Peace Tree
Peace Tree, belonging to the Lauraceae family, has a straight and tall plant form. The height of potted plants is usually between 1 to 2 meters, with full and umbrella-shaped branches. The ovate-elliptic leathery leaves are thick and lush all year round, with golden veins on the leaf surface like gold lines adorned on jadeite. The trunk has a faint fragrance, and the whole plant exudes a positive energy field. Placing a Peace Tree at home signifies family happiness and safety.
The leaves of Peace Tree can absorb harmful substances such as carbon dioxide in the air, as well as dust that is easy to cause allergies. Therefore, there is often dust on its leaves, and it is necessary to wipe them frequently to keep the leaf surface clean in order to better exert its air-purifying function.
Care Tips
Peace Tree prefers a warm and humid environment with sufficient sunlight, and it also has strong shade tolerance, which can be planted in sunny or semi-shady environments. The suitable growing temperature is between 20 to 30 degrees, and it is not cold-resistant. The overwintering temperature should not be lower than 10 degrees, otherwise, it may suffer from frostbite. It prefers loose and fertile, well-drained, organic-rich acidic sandy soil and is not drought-resistant. Water should be added in time when the potting soil dries.
Money Tree
Money Tree, scientifically known as Pachira aquatica, is native to Mexico and Costa Rica and was introduced to China in the 1960s. The Money Tree was first introduced to hot areas such as Guangdong and Guangxi. Its English name is "Pachira". This word sounds similar to the Cantonese word for "making money". Over time, it became known as the "Money Tree" in the local area. With its widespread cultivation across the country, the name "Money Tree" was also accepted by the public.
Money Tree, despite its thick branches and tall trunk, actually has very few roots in the potting soil. When planting Money Tree, avoid using too large or too deep pots, as this can easily cause waterlogging and root rot. Usually, a smaller pot is more beneficial for its care.
Care Tips
Money Tree prefers a warm and humid environment with a suitable temperature of 20 to 30 degrees. It requires loose and fertile sandy soil for planting. It is very afraid of the cold and the temperature should not be lower than 5 degrees Celsius. In most areas, it needs to be kept indoors for winter protection. Money Tree is drought-resistant and afraid of waterlogging. It is important to water only when the potting soil is completely dry, otherwise, it can easily cause root rot.
Rubber Tree
Rubber Tree, also known as Black金刚, is a popular indoor ornamental leaf species. Rubber Tree has strong purification ability, capable of absorbing and purifying most harmful and toxic gases. It can also absorb dust, dust, and even harmful substances like nicotine in secondhand smoke. It is highly recommended for households with smokers.
Different from other ornamental leaf plants with green branches and leaves, the leaves of the Rubber Tree are dark-colored, fleshy, thick, and wide, with a metallic luster on the surface, giving a very textured appearance. The buds at the top of the branches are red, and the splitting of the stipules looks like red tassels inverted. The flowers of the Rubber Tree symbolize trust, stability, honesty, etc., and placing it in the living room gives a feeling of踏实 and reliability.