5 Unlucky Plants You Should Remove from Your Home to Attract Good Luck

Plants may make a home more beautiful, peaceful, and full of positive energy, but not all plants are considered equally beneficial for luck and harmony. According to Vastu Shastra and Feng Shui, some plants may block the flow of positive energy and bring bad luck or lack of progress. If you want to create a more positive atmosphere and attract good fortune into your life, you may want to remove these five plants from your home.

This may seem obvious, but many people keep withering plants hoping they will recover. According to spiritual beliefs, dead or dying plants hold stagnant or negative energy. They can symbolize failure, loss, or blocked growth, which may affect the overall mood of the household. Even if a plant once thrived, keeping it in a decaying state can reduce the vibrancy of a room. It’s important to regularly check your plants, trim dead leaves, and remove any plants that can no longer be revived.

In many traditions, plants that release a white, milky sap when cut — such as milkweed and certain euphorbias — are believed to bring bad luck. These plants are thought to create instability and emotional stress within the home. Additionally, the sap can be harmful to children and pets, making them unsuitable for indoor spaces. If kept at all, they are considered better suited for outdoor areas, as they are associated with emotional discomfort and conflict.

Climbing plants can look beautiful and romantic, but when they grow directly on the walls of a house, they are believed to negatively affect both the structure and the energy of the home. Spiritually, such climbers may symbolize obstacles, stagnation, or feeling trapped in life. Practically, they can damage walls, trap moisture, and attract insects. If you enjoy climbers, it is better to grow them on trellises or separate supports rather than allowing them to spread directly across your home’s walls.

Artificial plants made from cotton, silk, or plastic may look attractive and require less maintenance, but they do not carry the same energy as living plants. Spiritually, they are often seen as a false representation of growth and life. While they may not actively create negative energy, they also do not contribute to purifying the air or uplifting the environment. Over time, dust can accumulate on these plants, making the space feel dull and stagnant. If you enjoy greenery, consider low-maintenance real plants such as snake plants or peace lilies instead.

Plants kept in water or decorative indoor fountains can develop algae or moss if they are not cleaned regularly. In energy practices, algae and moss are seen as signs of stagnation and decay. A moldy or slimy plant pot may reflect neglected energy, which could impact emotional or financial growth. If you have indoor water features, it is important to keep them clean and ensure proper water circulation. Otherwise, it may be best to avoid them indoors.

This article is written by Sidhharrth S Kumaar, Registered Pharmacist, Astro Numerologist, Life & Relationship Coach, Vaastu Expert, IKS Expert, I Ching Expert, Energy Healer, Music Therapist, author of the Think like a Sage Lead like a CEO series, and Chief Astro Strategy Officer (CASO), NumroVani.