The money plant is one of the most popular Vastu plants in India, and the best direction to keep it is the south-east corner of your home, which Vastu associates with wealth and prosperity. The north direction is the second-best choice, because it is ruled by Kubera, the guardian of wealth in Hindu tradition. This guide explains where to place a money plant in every room, which directions to avoid, what pot colour to choose, and how to care for the plant so it stays healthy and keeps its positive energy.
The money plant, botanically known as Epipremnum aureum, is a fast-growing evergreen vine that is also called golden pothos or devil’s ivy. It is native to the islands of French Polynesia and the tropical regions of South-East Asia, but it has become one of the most common indoor plants across India. Its heart-shaped green leaves, often streaked with yellow, and its ability to thrive in low light make it an easy houseplant for beginners.
The plant earned its popular name because of a long-standing belief that it attracts money and prosperity to the home. It is a traditional gift for housewarming ceremonies and new business openings, and it is frequently seen in homes, shops, and offices across the country. It grows happily in soil or in plain water, which makes it extremely easy to grow and share through cuttings.
Vastu Shastra teaches that plants carry the energy of the five elements and can influence the atmosphere of a space. The money plant is valued in Vastu for several reasons:
In short, the money plant works on two levels: it is a genuinely useful, air-cleaning houseplant, and it carries a strong symbolic meaning of growth and wealth that makes it a natural fit for the prosperity zones of a home.
The most commonly recommended direction for a money plant is the south-east, which Vastu calls the Agneya or fire zone. The south-east is traditionally linked with wealth and material prosperity, and it is the direction most Vastu practitioners suggest for activating financial energy in the home.
The north is the second-best direction. In Vastu, the north is ruled by Kubera, the god of wealth, and is often called the Kubera zone. Placing a money plant in the north is considered especially helpful for people in business, trade, and investments, because this zone is linked with financial growth and new opportunities.
The east is also considered acceptable, particularly near the main entrance, because it receives the fresh energy of the rising sun. Wherever you place it, the plant should be healthy, well-watered, and allowed to grow upward rather than trailing on the floor.
The living room is the best room for a money plant in most homes. Keep it in the south-east corner of the room, or in the north if the south-east is occupied. A healthy money plant in the living room is believed to welcome wealth and positive energy into the whole house, and it also makes the space feel fresher and more alive.
In a home office or study, place the money plant in the north or east side of your desk area. The north supports career growth and new income streams, while the east supports fresh ideas and concentration. Avoid placing it directly behind your chair, where its trailing vines could interfere with your movement or workspace.
Many Vastu guides suggest keeping plants out of the bedroom, because plants release carbon dioxide at night when photosynthesis stops. If you do keep a money plant in the bedroom, place it in the south-east corner, away from the bed, and keep it small and tidy. Some practitioners simply recommend keeping the plant in the living room or balcony instead.
If you keep the money plant on a balcony, the south-east or north sides are preferred. A west-facing balcony is often avoided because the strong afternoon sun can scorch the leaves, and this direction is associated with rest and decline in Vastu thinking. Protect the plant from harsh direct sunlight.
The kitchen is usually avoided for the money plant. The kitchen is the fire zone of the home, and the constant heat, steam, and cooking fumes do not suit a delicate vine. If you want greenery in the kitchen, choose a small herb plant instead, and keep the money plant in the living area.
Do not place a money plant in the bathroom. Vastu treats the bathroom as a zone of waste and drainage, and the plant is believed to absorb that negative energy. The dark, damp conditions also weaken the plant, and a sickly money plant is considered unlucky.
While the south-east and north are the best spots, there are a few places Vastu practitioners consistently advise against:
Follow these simple steps to place your money plant correctly:
Pot colour is a smaller detail, but Vastu guides do mention it. Green pots are the most commonly recommended, because green reinforces the plant’s natural wood and growth energy. Copper and brass containers are also popular, especially in the south-east, because these metals are linked with Venus in Indian tradition. Many people also use terracotta or earth-tone pots, which harmonise with the plant’s earth element. Black pots are generally avoided, because black is said to absorb the plant’s positive energy, and some guides also avoid red or orange pots, saying the fire colour conflicts with the plant’s gentle, watery nature. If your Vastu consultant gives you a different colour for your specific house, follow their guidance.
A healthy plant is the whole point of Vastu, so basic care matters more than any placement rule:
Many people keep a money plant without thinking about these small points. Here are the mistakes Vastu practitioners most often point out:
There is no scientific proof that a plant can directly change your finances, and no responsible Vastu teacher will promise that a money plant alone will make you rich. The plant works in three real ways: it cleans the air, it keeps a symbol of growth and abundance in your daily view, and it encourages the small habit of caring for something regularly, which supports a positive and patient mindset. For the best results, combine the plant with honest effort, good planning, and a balanced approach to your home energy. You can read more about activating the wealth zone of your home in our guide to Vastu for wealth, and about choosing other helpful plants in our Vastu plants guide.
If you would like personalised advice for your own home, the team at Ppure Energy Gurukul can look at your space and energy together. Contact us here, or book a 1:1 reading with Sshreevidhyaa for deeper clarity on how your environment connects with your life path.
Keep the money plant in the south-east corner of your home or living room for wealth, with the north as the second-best choice. Avoid the north-east, south-west, kitchen, and bathroom.
Many Vastu guides suggest avoiding plants in the bedroom because they release carbon dioxide at night. If you keep one anyway, place it in the south-east corner, away from the bed, and keep it small.
Yes, the money plant grows very easily in plain water. Use a clean glass jar, keep the water level just below the leaves, and change the water every week.
Green pots are most commonly recommended, followed by copper and brass containers. Black pots are generally avoided, and some guides also avoid red and orange pots.
Yes, it is a very popular office plant. Place it on the north or east side of your desk area, keep it healthy, and let the vines climb upward.
Remove the dead plant and replace it with a fresh, healthy one. Vastu tradition says a dried plant carries declining energy, so do not leave a dead money plant in the house.
No. The tulsi (holy basil) plant is sacred and belongs in the north-east or near the entrance, while the money plant is a prosperity plant best kept in the south-east or north. They serve different purposes and should not be swapped.
No. There is no evidence that a plant guarantees financial success. The money plant supports a positive, abundant atmosphere and cleans indoor air, but your own effort and decisions remain the real drivers of wealth.
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