Indoor houseplants are great for purifying the air. In the practice of Feng Shui, its purpose is to generate good chi (energy). Houseplants are great for clearing the blocked and stagnant energies in the home. However, an unkempt house plant can stagnant the energies in the home and produce negative chi if the indoor house plant is not cared for adequately. Pot pride: Place your houseplant in a container that is visually aesthetic to you and your family. Do not place it in an old pot that reminds you of a difficult time in your past. If you desire, decorate your plant container. Watering: Create a water ritual so you do not forget to water your house plants on a regularly basis. Often we either give too much or not enough water to our plants. As you water your house plant, visualise the plant as strong and healthy and with every drop of water it becomes more vibrant. Popular feng shui houseplants Bamboo: A plant that will grow in all lighting conditions in the home. They can be planted in soil or rocks and only need water to keep their roots wet. Excellent choice for bathrooms and kitchens. Palms (all varieties): Ideal for living rooms and to be used as dividers. Place in a decorative container and water when needed. Rubber plants: Round leaves are symbolic of good fortune. Ivy: Softens the harsh lines of a TV set or a bookcase. Dracaena: This hardy plant looks great in any area of the home or office. Hanging baskets: Choose plants with round and vibrant leaves. They are great to display in corners and at the front entrance of the home. Kitchen herbs: Plant an assortment of herbs in a clay strawberry pot or hang them in hanging basket at eye level for easy picking. Herbs thrive in most climates and are easy to care for. Ficus: Classified as one of the top 10 purifying plants by scientists at NASA, this plant is able to assist in the removal of formaldehyde, benzene, trichloroethylene and ammonia from the air. Lavender: A houseplant that promotes peace and relaxation. Fresh flowers: Put a few rupees from your grocery budget for fresh flowers. Place chrysanthamums on the kitchen counter close to the stove. They last about one-two weeks because they absorb all the toxins from the stove.