Quick Reference: Lucky Bamboo (OBJ-000016) is a plant entity associated with the Wood element (Yang). Best placed in the East area. Atlas Harmony Score: 82/100.
Lucky Bamboo
Lucky Bamboo (Dracaena sanderiana) is a popular Feng Shui plant believed to bring good fortune, prosperity, and positive energy to any space.
Atlas Proprietary Metrics
Scoring for Lucky Bamboo.
Five Element
Wood
Yin / Yang
Yang
Best Direction
East
Avoid Direction
West
Best Room
Living Room
Avoid Room
Bathroom
Energy Type
Growth
Details
Lucky Bamboo is not actually bamboo but a species of tropical Dracaena. In Feng Shui, it is one of the most popular and versatile plants for attracting positive energy. Its straight stalks represent the Wood element and its ability to grow in water connects to the Water element, making it a harmonious combination. The number of stalks carries specific meanings: two for love, three for happiness, five for wealth, seven for health, eight for growth, and nine for good luck. Lucky Bamboo is easy to care for and thrives in indirect light.
Claims and Evidence
“Lucky bamboo brings prosperity and good fortune when placed in the Wealth area or entrance of a home.”
“Lucky bamboo is universally recognized in modern Feng Shui practice as a symbol of good fortune.”
-- Various practitioners, Feng Shui Community Practice (2000) · Global
Frequently Asked Questions
How many stalks of lucky bamboo should I have?
Can lucky bamboo grow in soil?
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Cite This Entry
FengShuiAtlas. (2026). Lucky Bamboo (Entity OBJ-000016). Retrieved from https://fengshuiatlas.com/objects/lucky-bamboo
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