Houseplants for Protection and Evil spirit Banishing
In traditional culture, plants are often endowed with special meanings. The potted plants for protection and evil spirit banishing, with their unique shapes and风水 (feng shui) functions, have become an important choice for optimizing modern home environments. This article selects 5 types of potted plants that are both ornamental and have feng shui benefits, and explains their key care points and spatial layout techniques.
Analysis of Core Protection Plants
Cypress: Auspicious Ancient Tree
As a millennium auspicious tree species, the wood of the cypress is hard and can drive away evil spirits. It is recommended to maintain a triangular stable structure for the bonsai shape, and to ensure a spacing of over 3 meters when planting in the courtyard. Regular pruning is needed to control the height (suggested 1.8-2.5 meters), and applying bone meal monthly can enhance insect resistance.
Clivia Miniata: Gathering Qi and Generating Wealth
The fleshy roots store energy, and the symmetrical leaves symbolize the balance of yin and yang. A temperature difference of 15℃ needs to be maintained 45 days before flowering, combined with phosphorus and potassium fertilizers to promote the development of the flower spike. Placing it in the southeast direction can enhance wealth, and a ceramic pot is more beneficial for root respiration.
Dragon Bone Flower:化解屏障 (Disaster Relief Barrier)
It is recommended to use a red ceramic pot with sandy soil, and retain 1/3 of the original soil when repotting every two years. Placing it at the corner of the entrance or balcony is the most effective. A support frame is needed for mature plants to prevent toppling. Be aware of the toxicity of the sap, and wear protective gloves when pruning.
Tiger Skin Orchid: Home Protection Tool
Sword-shaped leaves should be displayed in groups of 5-7, and the pot should be rotated monthly to ensure even light exposure. Water control is needed in winter (once every 15 days), and foliar spraying can be used to increase humidity in summer. A metal pot can strengthen the metal qi, making it suitable for placement in a west-facing space.
Tiger Thorn Rose: Guarding the Main Road
Additional sulfuric iron needs to be supplemented during the flowering period (once a month), and the spacing between the spines reflects the growth state. Placing it at the diagonal positions on both sides of the door can form a protective barrier, but it should be avoided in children's rooms.
Extended Plant List
Cactus (diameter > 15cm for best effect), Ginkgo (paired with male and female), Fingered Citron (apply eggshell powder during fruiting period), Evergreen (change water weekly when hydroponic), and麒麟掌 (control water to shape the plant).
When choosing potted plants for protection, it is necessary to comprehensively consider the size of the space (the ratio of plants to space is 1:10), lighting conditions, and the composition of family members. Regularly wiping the leaves (monthly with diluted beer solution) and adjusting the placement direction (micro-adjusting by 15° per season) can make the plant's feng shui effects last. Only by combining scientific care with traditional culture can a truly auspicious home be created.