Tulsi, also known as Basil, has a lot of medicinal properties which can keep you safe from seasonal colds and coughs. We look at the Vastu Shastra principles to follow, for keeping this plant at home
Known as the queen of herbs, the tulsi plant has numerous medicinal properties and is often found in Indian households because it is considered sacred among the Hindus. Also called basil, this herb acts as a cure for various seasonal diseases such as the common cold, flu, and cough. Additionally, keeping a tulsi plant at home brings harmony and happiness to the family, according to Vastu.
Benefits of Keeping Tulsi plant at home
- Apart from its medicinal properties, the presence of tulsi plants helps in eliminating stress.
- The plant keeps mosquitoes away with its mosquito-repellent qualities.
- Keeping this plant at home purifies the air. It is believed that the tulsi plant absorbs toxic gases such as sulfur dioxide, carbon dioxide, carbon monoxide, etc., from the air.
- The plant creates a pleasant aroma, which keeps the surroundings fresh.
Where to place tulsi plants at home?
- While the best place for the plant is in the east, you can also place it on the balcony or near the window in the north or the northeast direction.
- Ensure sufficient sunlight is available near the plant.
- Always keep the plant in odd numbers like one, three, or five.
- Do not place things such as brooms, shoes, or dustbins around the planter.
- Ensure that the area around the plant is neat and clean.
- Always place flowering plants near the plant.
- Avoid keeping a dry plant in the house as it attracts negative energies.
Vastu directions for tulsi plant placement
Which day should tulsi be planted at home?
According to Hindu beliefs, tulsi should be planted on a Thursday in the Kartik month, as per the Hindu calendar.
Which tulsi is best for home?
The Tulsi with green leaves is called ‘Shri-Tulsi’, also known as ‘fortunate Tulsi’ or ‘Rama-Tulsi’ or ‘bright Tulsi’.
The Tulsi with dark green or purple leaves and the purple stem is called ‘Shyama-Tulsi’ or ‘dark Tulsi’ or ‘Krishna-Tulsi’. It is associated with Lord Krishna because its purple color is similar to Lord Krishna’s dark complexion.
You can keep either of these two varieties of Tulsi plants at home.
Does a tulsi plant need direct sunlight?
According to gardening experts, the plant should be placed close to a window that is warm and sunny. It requires almost six to eight hours of sunlight during the day. Therefore, the planter has to be placed in a spot where it would be able to receive a lot of sunlight.
Can tulsi be grown indoors?
It can be grown indoors, provided it gets proper sunlight. You can keep it near a window that gets the maximum daylight. Moreover, the indoors should be warm and the soil should be kept moist, to allow the tulsi to bloom and spread their fragrance.
How to maintain a tulsi plant?
Make sure you prune the plant regularly. Remove the dried leaves and keep them watered. Add organic fertilizers to keep it green and healthy.
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