Abundance from Across the World

As we dive into spring gardening and farming preparations, with planting season just around the corner, I thought it would be the perfect time to share some fascinating global traditions connected to various plants, flowers, and woods. These practices are not only rooted in nature but also tied to energies of prosperity and abundance. I hope this inspires you to explore and experiment with these rituals to invite these positive, auspicious vibes into your life.

Enjoy!

44 Rituals, Practices, and Traditions Using Wood, Plants, and Flowers to Attract Wealth, Prosperity, and Abundance from Across the World

1. Bamboo (China)

In Feng Shui, bamboo is considered a symbol of wealth and prosperity. A common practice involves placing a lucky bamboo plant in the Southeast corner of the home or office, as this area is associated with financial abundance. Bamboo is thought to bring positive energy and promote growth in both material wealth and personal well-being.

2. Money Tree (Pachira aquatica) (Taiwan)

The Money Tree, also known as Pachira aquatica, is widely used in Feng Shui as a symbol of good fortune and wealth. Often grown as a braided tree, this plant is placed in homes or offices to attract prosperity. It is believed that the five leaves on each branch represent the five elements: wood, fire, earth, metal, and water, all of which bring balance and wealth.

3. Cedarwood (North America)

Native American tribes, particularly the Lakota and other Plains tribes, have long used cedarwood in spiritual practices to purify spaces and attract prosperity. Cedar is burned as incense during rituals to cleanse negative energies, inviting abundance and financial success. The wood is also used in crafting sacred items like smudge sticks, which are often employed during rituals for protection and wealth.

4. Cinnamon (Sri Lanka)

Known as a spice that stimulates prosperity, cinnamon is used in numerous cultures, particularly in Sri Lanka, where it is believed to enhance wealth and success. Cinnamon sticks are often placed in wallets or tied to money pouches to attract financial gains. The scent of cinnamon is thought to promote abundance, both spiritually and materially.

5. Bay Laurel (Ancient Greece and Rome)

In Ancient Greece and Rome, the bay laurel tree was sacred to Apollo, the god of wealth, success, and abundance. Laurel wreaths were worn by victorious individuals, symbolizing not only success but also prosperity. Laurel leaves are still used today in various forms of rituals to invoke abundance, often burned as incense or placed on altars.

6. Orange Blossoms (China)

In Chinese culture, orange blossoms symbolize wealth and prosperity. These fragrant flowers are often incorporated into wedding celebrations, as they are believed to attract happiness and financial fortune. In particular, placing fresh orange blossoms around the home during the Lunar New Year is thought to bring good luck and prosperity for the year ahead.

7. Clove (India)

Clove is a spice commonly used in Indian rituals to attract wealth. Often, cloves are burned in incense form during prayer ceremonies or placed in cash registers or wallet corners to enhance financial flow. The strong, aromatic fragrance of clove is believed to promote abundance and prosperity, particularly in commercial and business settings.

8. Jade Plant (Crassula ovata) (South Africa)

The Jade plant, also known as the “money plant,” originates from South Africa and is a popular symbol of wealth in many cultures, including Chinese. The plant is considered auspicious, and it’s common to place a Jade plant in the home or office, particularly in the Southeast corner, to invite financial growth and good fortune.

9. Rosemary (Europe)

Rosemary, a fragrant herb native to the Mediterranean, has long been associated with prosperity and good fortune. In European folklore, rosemary was believed to bring good luck in business and attract wealth. It is often kept near the front door or in the workplace to enhance financial success and promote abundance.

10. Frankincense (Middle East and North Africa)

Frankincense, derived from the resin of the Boswellia tree, has been used for thousands of years in religious and spiritual rituals. In many cultures, particularly in the Middle East and North Africa, frankincense is burned as incense to purify the air, clear negative energy, and invite prosperity and wealth. It is also considered sacred and used in offerings to deities associated with wealth.

11. Ginseng (East Asia)

Ginseng, particularly in Chinese medicine, is considered a powerful herb that attracts wealth and vitality. The root of the ginseng plant is thought to bring success and prosperity, and it is commonly included in herbal teas or used in rituals to invoke abundance. Ginseng is often paired with other herbs or used in rituals for health and wealth.

12. Mint (Middle East and Europe)

In many cultures, mint is seen as a symbol of abundance. In the Middle East, mint is commonly used in rituals and food offerings to ensure financial success. In European traditions, mint leaves are often placed in money jars or carried in pouches to attract wealth and good fortune.

13. Pine (Scandinavia and North America)

Pine, especially pine needles and pine resin, has long been used in Scandinavian and Native American traditions to attract wealth. Pine is burned as incense or placed around the home to purify the space and promote financial prosperity. It is also associated with longevity and vitality, key aspects of wealth in many spiritual practices.

14. Lotus Flower (India and Southeast Asia)

In Hinduism and Buddhism, the lotus flower is a symbol of prosperity, spiritual awakening, and abundance. The lotus is often associated with Lakshmi, the goddess of wealth, and is used in rituals to invoke her blessings. The plant is also a popular motif in art and architecture, symbolizing the growth of prosperity from humble beginnings.

15. Eucalyptus (Australia)

Eucalyptus is used in Australian Aboriginal spiritual practices to clear negative energies and attract positive financial outcomes. It is burned as incense or used in ritual baths to purify the mind and spirit, making room for abundance and wealth.

16. Apple Blossoms (Celtic Tradition)

In Celtic tradition, apple blossoms symbolize abundance, fertility, and prosperity. The apple tree is sacred to many ancient cultures, and its blossoms are often used in rituals for wealth. Placing apple blossoms in the home or altar is believed to attract financial success and fertility in business ventures.

17. Sage (North America)

Sage is most famously used in smudging rituals by Native American tribes, particularly the Cherokee and Lakota, to cleanse spaces of negative energies. This practice is believed to create a fertile, abundant environment, where prosperity can flow freely. Sage is often burned during rituals aimed at attracting wealth and clearing financial blockages.

18. Pomegranate (Middle East and Mediterranean)

The pomegranate, a symbol of fertility and abundance, is used in rituals to invoke wealth and prosperity in the Middle East and Mediterranean cultures. The fruit’s many seeds symbolize the multiplication of wealth and success. Pomegranate juice or seeds are used in offerings to deities of wealth and prosperity.

19. Wisteria (Japan)

In Japan, wisteria flowers symbolize longevity and prosperity. During the annual Wisteria Festival, people gather to celebrate and offer prayers for good fortune. The flowers are also used in Japanese spiritual practices, with the belief that they bring wealth and prosperity to those who honor them.

20. Aloe Vera (Africa and the Caribbean)

Aloe vera is often used in African and Caribbean cultures for its healing properties, but it is also associated with wealth and abundance. The plant is used in rituals to attract prosperity, particularly in matters of health, business, and material wealth. Aloe vera is also used to cleanse spaces of negative energy.

21. Lavender (Europe and North America)

Lavender is a widely used herb in both European and North American traditions to attract prosperity. It is often placed in the home or burned as incense to promote positive energy, and its scent is believed to bring mental clarity, which can lead to better financial decisions and success.

22. Sweet Grass (North America)

Used by Native American tribes, particularly the Plains Indians, sweet grass is burned in rituals to attract abundance and wealth. Sweet grass is believed to bring positive energy and is commonly used in smudge ceremonies to purify the space before conducting prosperity rituals.

23. Elderflower (Europe)

In European folklore, elderflowers are associated with protection, prosperity, and healing. Elderflower is used in rituals to protect wealth and encourage financial stability. It is also believed to attract spiritual guidance, making it a valuable plant for those seeking prosperity through intuitive means.

24. Sunflower (North America)

The sunflower is a symbol of prosperity and wealth in North American Native traditions. Sunflower seeds are often placed around the home or carried as a charm to attract abundance. The flower is also used in divination practices to invoke positive outcomes in business and financial ventures.

25. Thyme (Europe)

Thyme, a sacred herb in many European cultures, is associated with courage, vitality, and prosperity. It is used in ritual baths, as incense, or in sachets placed in the home to enhance wealth. In medieval times, thyme was also used in magical spells for attracting financial gain.

26. Mandrake Root (Europe)

The mandrake root has been revered in European folklore as a powerful magical plant capable of attracting wealth and abundance. It was believed that the root, when properly cultivated, could be used in charms to bring prosperity, though its use was often linked to darker forms of magic and ritual.

27. Coconut (India and Southeast Asia)

The coconut is a sacred symbol in Indian and Southeast Asian traditions, associated with purity and abundance. In rituals, coconuts are often cracked open as offerings to deities, particularly Lakshmi, to bring wealth and good fortune. The coconut’s three “eyes” are also thought to symbolize the spiritual and material realms.

28. Garlic (Europe and Asia)

Garlic has been used in European and Asian rituals to ward off negative energy and bring financial prosperity. In particular, garlic is hung in doorways or kept near money jars to protect against poverty and misfortune, while inviting wealth and success into the home.

29. Fennel (Mediterranean)

Fennel has been used in Mediterranean cultures for centuries to attract wealth and prosperity. The plant is associated with both the goddess of prosperity, Hecate, and the concept of good fortune. Fennel seeds are often kept in pouches or used in rituals to ensure financial growth.

30. Lotus Seeds (China and India)

In China and India, the seeds of the lotus are thought to attract wealth and spiritual growth. The seeds are often used in Buddhist and Hindu rituals, where they symbolize enlightenment and prosperity. They are also given as gifts to invite success in business or personal ventures.

31. Fig Tree (Mediterranean and Middle East)

The fig tree has long been a symbol of prosperity in Mediterranean and Middle Eastern cultures. The fruit of the fig is thought to attract wealth, while the tree itself is believed to provide protection and stability. Figs are used in rituals to ensure business success and financial security.

32. Holly (Europe and North America)

Holly, with its evergreen nature, is seen as a symbol of abundance and protection. In European traditions, holly is used in rituals during the winter solstice to attract wealth for the coming year. Its bright red berries symbolize the prosperity and vitality that one seeks in life.

33. Cypress Tree (Greece)

The cypress tree, sacred to ancient Greek mythology, is associated with the underworld and the wealth of the afterlife. In modern spiritual practices, cypress wood and its oil are used in rituals to protect wealth and increase abundance. It is also believed to bring long-term prosperity through its connection with longevity.

34. Rose (Middle East)

The rose is frequently used in Middle Eastern cultures to symbolize beauty, love, and abundance. Rose petals and rosewater are often incorporated into rituals for financial success, particularly in matters of love, marriage, and family wealth.

35. Chamomile (Europe and North America)

Chamomile is a widely respected plant in European and North American herbal traditions. Known for its calming effects, chamomile is also used in rituals to attract abundance and prosperity by inviting peace and stability into one’s life. It is often brewed as a tea or used in baths before embarking on important business ventures.

36. Mimosa (Australia and Africa)

The mimosa plant is known for its delicate flowers and ability to bring joy and success. In Australian Aboriginal culture, mimosa flowers are used to attract prosperity and financial growth, especially through rituals that connect the individual to the spirit of the land.

37. Basil (India and Southeast Asia)

Basil, particularly Tulsi (holy basil), is sacred in Hinduism and is believed to have the power to bring wealth and prosperity. It is commonly used in rituals dedicated to Lord Vishnu and Lakshmi, where basil leaves are offered for success in both spiritual and material wealth.

38. Pineapple (Caribbean)

The pineapple is a symbol of hospitality, wealth, and abundance in Caribbean culture. It is often displayed in homes as a sign of prosperity or given as a gift to attract wealth into one’s life. The sweet fruit is also placed on altars during rituals to invoke financial blessings.

39. Peony (China)

The peony is considered the “king of flowers” in China and is associated with wealth, prosperity, and good fortune. During the Chinese New Year, the peony flower is often used in decorations and rituals to ensure that wealth and prosperity will flow freely in the coming year.

40. Ivy (Europe)

Ivy is widely used in European traditions to promote prosperity. The plant’s ability to grow and thrive is seen as a symbol of success in business and wealth. Ivy is often planted near businesses or displayed in the home to invite good fortune.

41. Dandelion (Europe and North America)

The dandelion is seen as a symbol of resilience and abundance in both European and North American folk traditions. Its seeds are often blown into the wind as a way of sending wishes for wealth and prosperity into the universe.

42. Coriander (India)

In India, coriander is often used in rituals for prosperity and success. Coriander leaves and seeds are placed in offerings to deities associated with wealth and are thought to attract both spiritual and material blessings.

43. Thistle (Scotland)

The thistle, Scotland’s national symbol, is believed to bring protection and prosperity. In Scottish tradition, thistle is used to protect wealth and ensure that material success is safeguarded from negative influences.

44. Pineapple Sage (Mexico)

In Mexican traditions, pineapple sage is often used in rituals for abundance and success. The sweet, fragrant herb is believed to attract prosperity and is used in both cooking and spiritual rituals to bring positive energy into one’s life.

As we navigate through these challenging times, especially in light of the unfair and unlawful tariff wars initiated by the American government, I want to extend my heartfelt wishes for prosperity and abundance to each of you. May you find strength and success, regardless of the external struggles we face. Remember, in the end, honesty, integrity, and decency will always prevail. Keep your faith strong, stay true to your values, and trust that the universe will provide the guidance and opportunities you need to thrive. Wishing you all peace, abundance, and continued growth on your path.

Saveta Maria Young