I think when Emperor Wu of the Han Dynasty built the Linyuan, the ministers were all far away, giving different names to different trees. Among them, Sophora japonica is listed as a different tree, contributing more than 600 plants. The so-called "Millennium cypress tree, Millennium locust tree", for locust tree, living for hundreds of years is a trivial matter, and it has been a symbol of health and longevity since ancient times. Then why is Sophora japonica closely related to promotion and wealth? Listen-
There are locust trees in front of the door, and the financial resources are rolling.
A locust tree in front of the door is either a treasure or wealth.
A locust tree in front of the door doesn't make money.
There is a locust tree in front of the door, and money comes home.
There are locusts in front of the door, promoting to a higher position and making a fortune.
Zuo Yu right Huai, promoted to a higher position.
There are locusts in front and willows in the back, which is more and more horizontal.
Many people only know that Sophora japonica attracts ghosts. In fact, the spread of these proverbs shows that Sophora japonica is the "God of Wealth" in the eyes of more people.
Sophora japonica represents land in geomantic omen. There were three kinds of Sophora japonica in the ancient court. Three kinds of Sophora japonica sat under the tree to greet the emperor, representing three kinds of Sophora japonica. Therefore, the custom of worshipping and planting Sophora japonica directly established the lofty position of Sophora japonica among the hundred trees. In addition, the tall and straight image of Sophora japonica naturally becomes people's favorite "town house tree", and there is a saying that "planting Sophora japonica in front of the door will promote one's position and make a fortune". The older a tree is, the higher its wealth and taste, and the higher its authority.
Speaking of "financial resources are rolling in", why did the auspicious locust tree become the god of wealth? This is related to the wide use of Sophora japonica.
Whenever Sophora japonica blooms, clusters of Sophora japonica are covered with branches, emitting an intoxicating and elegant fragrance. In addition to picking it to make various delicacies, Sophora japonica has long been used as a dye for dyeing cloth. Sophora japonica leaves, Sophora japonica flowers and Sophora japonica seeds are all traditional Chinese medicines. Sophora bean can be used to make soy sauce and vinegar. Starch-containing seed kernels can be used for brewing wine or as paste and feed. Seeds can be squeezed into soap. The exocarp of Sophora japonica can be used to extract stuffing sugar.
Sophora japonica is a kind of high-quality wood, hard as iron, waterproof and moisture-proof, and not easy to crack. This is the best material for making wood products. In the past, building houses in rural areas, building cars and shipbuilding, farm tools and furniture were all first-class, durable. Some families still have farm tools made of Sophora japonica, such as shovel handles, rickshaws and shoulder poles, which have been used for decades without any cracks. In addition, sleepers, vehicles and carvings are often used.
It can be said that Sophora japonica is a treasure with high economic value, so it is no wonder that people regard it as a tree of making money.
Why only plant a locust tree in front of the door? This statement mostly comes from the countryside, expressing farmers' simplest desire for money. Planting two locust trees in front of the door is "two ghosts knocking at the door" and there is no peace. And if three trees are planted, it represents the image of the three fairs, which means that future generations have successful careers and are extremely important. Planting three trees is usually done by bureaucrats or wealthy families. It seems that the number of people who plant Sophora japonica, seek wealth and seek officials can also see the difference in grades.
Then why plant Sophora japonica in front of the door? "Sophora japonica" consists of "wood" and "ghost". It is the soul of wood, and wood makes a fire, which is what people want most. The most favorable location for planting Sophora japonica should be a thriving place, so that it will flourish. Where is the land of fire? It is the place where the house faces the sun, that is, in front of the house, and there is a fire in the south. If you add wood gas to make a fire, it will be strange if it is not prosperous. There is a folk saying that "it is a blessing to plant locusts in front of the door, but it is a ghost to plant locusts in the door."
Sophora japonica is a symbol of good luck and happiness, which maintains people's expectation for a better life. On the occasion of the new year, happiness comes naturally when there are trees in my heart.
Ren Zhi wrote it on the morning of February 6th, 20 19.