Indoor and outdoor plants offer health and feng shui benefits

Various plants offer both aesthetic and functional benefits for homes, ranging from air purification to feng shui advantages.

Indoor options include the Schefflera (Ngũ gia bì), which is noted for absorbing toxins, repelling mosquitoes, and bringing luck; the Pachira macrocarpa (Đại lộc), symbolizing prosperity; jasmine, which can improve mood and sleep quality; and the Snake Plant (Lưỡi hổ), which NASA has identified as capable of absorbing pollutants like nitrogen oxide and formaldehyde.

For outdoor garden spaces, the starfruit tree (Cây khế) is recommended for its ability to provide shade, enhance garden beauty with its seasonal flowers and fruit, and offer nutritional value. The fruit contains fiber, vitamin C, potassium, and magnesium, though individuals with kidney or stomach issues should consume it with caution. Additionally, various parts of the starfruit tree are utilized in traditional medicine.