There are many superstitions in the world of house plants. Now, I’m not a superstitious person myself, but I have to admit that the theories do interest me, and it does make me wonder. You can learn about making pothos plants fuller by clicking here.
In this article we will be looking at whether pothos plants are unlucky or not. We dive into beliefs from world the world. Oh, and how to position your plant for maximum luck.
Are Pothos Bad Luck?
No, pothos aren’t bad luck. In fact, pothos plants are also called money trees, due to the theory that they provide wealth and good fortune. The plants are also great at purifying the air inside your home.
To get these benefits, the pothos plant must be positioned in a very specific position. According to Vastu, pothos plants should be kept in the south-eastern direction to receive the good fortune. People believe that plants kept in this direction will bring prosperity to all in the house.
According to feng shui, money plants are not for attracting money. In fact, the plants are used in locations that have a build-up of dead energy. The pothos plant thrives in such conditions, which means it adds life and energy to that specific the area and room. Pothos plants are often also used to create a wall of plants for the purpose of stopping sha chi from entering into a home.
One of the most common places to put a pothos plant is the bathroom. Those who believe in feng shui will place a plant pot on the toilet tank or have one hang from the wall. Doing this should remove the negative energy from the toilet.
As we mentioned, pothos plants are able to survive in less-than-ideal conditions. As such, if your pothos plant suddenly dies in one area, it is believed that specific area has very bad energy.