Brahma Kamal Plant and Vastu- Significance and Benefits 

Do you know about Brahma Kamal, the auspicious flower that blooms once a year? Brahma Kamal is found in Uttrakhand and is a native plant of the Himalayas. This is an auspicious plant and has a significant role in the Vastu Shastra and Hindu religion. Lord Brahma is said to have created this plant from his tears when Lord Ganesha was brought back to life with the elephant’s head. This spiritual flower is offered to Lord Shiva at Kedarnath and to Lord Vishnu at Badrinath. The Brahma Kamal plant’s flowers resemble stars, it is believed these flowers invite prosperity and good luck. 

Brahma Kamal is a nocturnal flowering plant, which means the flowers of this plant bloom only during nighttime. This rare plant is native to the Himalayan regions of India, Nepal, and Bhutan. The flowers of the plant bloom only on the full moon night and last till sunrise. Because of its religious significance, Brahma Kamal is an important part of the Vastu Shastra. Read to know more about the Brahma Kamal Plant and Vastu of this plant. 

Brahma Kamal Plant Description 

• The scientific name of Brahma Kamal is Saussurea obvallata. 
• It is found at high altitudes (around 3000 to 4500) in the Himalayan regions of India, Bhutan, Nepal, Pakistan, and southwest China. 
• It is the state flower of Uttarakhand. 
• The height of the plant is about 1 foot (0.3 meters). 
• The flowers of Brahma Kamal appear like a white lotus with pink tips and resemble the shape of a star. 
• One flower of this plant lasts for one night and can only bloom during the night of a full moon where it requires almost 2-3 hours to reach full bloom. This also makes it rare and auspicious to witness a full bloom of Brahma Kamal.
• The flowering season of Brahma Kamal is spring from July to August. 
• The environmental conditions required for this plant are very specific. They need well-drained soil and indirect sunlight to survive. 
• Due to the features of this flower, it is also called as “Queen of Night Flowers”.

Mythological Significance of Brahma Kamal 

There are many mythological beliefs related to Brahma Kamal. It is mentioned in one of the oldest Hindu scriptures, the Rig Vedas as a symbol of purity. One of the beliefs is that this flower was formed with the tears of Lord Brahma, the creator of this universe. Another belief is that Lord Brahma slept on a Lotus and when he woke up he had this flower. This is the same flower Lord Brahma carries in his hand. This flower is sacred and is used to offer at Kedarnath and Badrinath. It is also believed that Lord Vishnu used the Brahma Kamal flower to save his wife Goddess Laxmi after the demon killed her. 

Brahma Kamal Plant Benefits 

Brahma Kamal Plant has various benefits, some related to your health and others to vastu. Let us first discuss the health benefits of Brahma Kamal. 

Health Benefits of Brahma Kamal 

Brahma Kamal is used for many medicinal uses in the village areas of the Himalayas. While it does not have any proven medical benefits it is still used for fever, and urinary tract disorders. It is also considered an excellent liver tonic and an appetizer.  Brahma Kamal also helps with respiratory problems like bronchitis and asthma. 

Vastu Benefits of Brahma Kamal 

Use of plants and incorporating nature into your home has always been sacred as per Vastu. Brahma Kamal is a very auspicious and pure plant as per Vastu Shastra. Being closely related to the creator of the universe, Brahma Kamal invites a lot of positivity and prosperity. It also invites good luck and a lot of opportunities. Brahma Kamal is a symbol of enlightenment and purity. These rare flowers in your home are believed to have the power to purify your soul and promote inner peace. 

Where to keep Brahma Kamal as per Vastu

Vastu Shastra focuses on not only the correct things in your home but also the correct placement of those things. When it comes to the placement of Brahma Kamal, it should also be as per Vastu. The center of our house is known as Brahmasthan. According to Vastu, Brahma Kamal should be planted at Brahmasthan. This will attract all positive energies to the center of your home. 

Another area to keep a Brahma Kamal plant is in the northeast direction of your home. This direction is related to the water element and attracts wealth and prosperity to your home. As Brahma Kamal is a sacred plant it is advised to keep the area around the plant clean and safe area. 

Brahma Kamal Plant Care 

Brahma Kamal plant requires you to mimic the natural condition as much as possible. All the environmental conditions should be kept in mind to ensure your plant survives nicely. 

Lighting 

This plant requires indirect sunlight to survive. If they get direct sunlight during hot summers their leaves can get burnt. 

Watering 

In Brahma Kamal, the water is stored in the leaves of succulents. So you should not overwater the plant and examine it before watering every time. 

Soil 

This plant requires well-drained soil for its growth. You should make enough drainage holes in the container you grow it in. For better growth of the plant, you can add compost manure to the soil once in a while.  

Temperature 

Brahma Kamal requires a cool area to grow well. The suitable temperature to grow Brahma Kamal is 10-15 degrees Celsius.  

We discussed in detail the rare and beautiful plant in the above blog. The health as well as vastu benefits of Brahma Kamal are exceptional. With the help of this knowledge and tips about Brahma Kamal, you will be able to grow it at your home and attract positivity and prosperity. After growing this plant you not only make your home a hotspot of positivity but also preserve a rare and sacred plant. 

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