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According to the Hindu calendar, the four-month period of Chaturmas is considered the most sacred period for devotion, penance, fasting and self-sadhana. This year Chaturmas will end on 20 November 2026. During this period, Lord Vishnu remains engrossed in Yoga Nidra, due to which the auspicious works may stop, but the process of spiritual practice and worship of nature intensifies. In Sanatan culture, trees and plants are not considered mere vegetation, but the abode of gods and the basis of life. During Chaturmas, nature develops with its full energy due to the rainy season, hence serving plants at this time is considered extremely virtuous. Let us know about those 6 sacred plants, worshiping which brings happiness, prosperity and positive energy in the house.
1. Tulsi: Beloved of Lord Vishnu
In Sanatan Dharma, Tulsi plant is considered to be the favorite form of Mother Lakshmi and Lord Vishnu. During Chaturmas, worshiping the Tulsi plant regularly, offering water to it and lighting a ghee lamp in front of it in the evening is very auspicious. By doing this the negative energy of the house is removed and the seeker attains happiness and prosperity. By doing special service of Tulsi in Chaturmas, one directly receives the blessings of Lord Vishnu.
2. Peepal Tree: Abode of Gods
Peepal tree is considered the abode of the Trinity (Brahma, Vishnu and Mahesh) in Hindu religion. Worshiping the Peepal tree in Chaturmas, circling it and donating a lamp in the evening destroys sins and opens the way for spiritual progress. Apart from religious importance, from the scientific point of view also, the Peepal tree is a life-giving plant that provides a lot of oxygen, whose service also gives the message of environmental protection.
3. Banyan Tree: Symbol of longevity and stability.
Banyan tree is also called ‘Akshaya Vat’, which is a symbol of longevity, strength and stability. Worshiping the banyan tree during Chaturmas brings blessings of happiness, peace, unbroken good fortune and progeny growth in the family. Its huge branches and deep roots give the message of stability in life. Serving the banyan tree in this holy month is considered very auspicious for the family.
4. Amla Tree: Boon of health and wellness
In Ayurveda, Amla is considered a fruit similar to nectar, while from the religious point of view it also has a deep connection with Lord Vishnu. Worshiping the Amla tree in Chaturmas, eating food while sitting under its shade or serving it gives the blessing of good health and long life. Having Amla plant around the house and worshiping it paves the way for physical and mental purification.
5. Banana Plant: Symbol of prosperity and auspiciousness.
Banana plant is considered very sacred and is directly related to Lord Vishnu and Devguru Brihaspati. Since the entire time of Chaturmas is dedicated to the worship of Lord Vishnu, worshiping the banana plant and chanting Vishnu mantras in front of it is considered extremely beneficial during this time. By serving it, there are chances of financial prosperity and auspicious work in the house.
6. Shami Plant: Factor of positivity and victory.
Shami plant is considered auspicious, positivity and crisis reliever. Planting a Shami plant at the main entrance of the house during Chaturmas and taking regular care of it shows both love for nature and religious faith. Worshiping it brings positive energy into the house and removes all the obstacles in life.