O Year of the Tiger is here and many Chinese families are decorating their homes with colorful flowers and plants. According to Chinese tradition, blooming flowers symbolize growth and usher in prosperity and abundance. If you want to pass the date in character and attract good things, check out this list of 5 plants to celebrate the arrival of the Year of the Tiger!
1. Willow (Salix)
This Chinese New Year classic symbolizes wealth and prosperity. They are long lasting and also make perfect gifts. Since they can last for months, the plants serve as home decor even after the Lunar New Year. Popular colors for 2022 include red, yellow, pink and orange.
2. Tilia (Tilia)
These vegetable fruits are used as ornamental plants during the Lunar New Year because they represent happiness and prosperity. In addition, linden is a medicinal plant widely used to treat anxiety and stress.
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3. Jade Plant (Crassula ovata)
This plant is a juicy and this means that the leaves are thick and can retain water, which symbolizes good luck. These plants are auspicious for giving away.
4. Lucky bamboo (Dracaena sanderiana)
This plant remains one of the must-haves for the Lunar New Year. O lucky bamboo (or twisted bamboo) is a perennial plant, which means it lasts a long time and gives you time to “hope your luck improves”. Bamboo, twisted to resemble a pineapple, or ong lai, symbolizes good luck.
5. Chrysanthemum (Chrysanthemum)
These plants come in vivid hues, including purple, yellow, and pink. Chrysanthemums represent longevity, while golden flowering plants bring prosperity.
*Via The Star