The starfruit tree is not simply a fruit tree; it is also grown for ornamental purposes because everything from its trunk to its leaves and fruit is beautiful. Its feng shui significance is also a major draw for many people.
The starfruit tree is a familiar plant in Vietnam, not only grown for its fruit but also for ornamental purposes. How can you grow a starfruit tree that bears abundant flowers and fruit?
According to feng shui, the starfruit tree symbolizes abundance and good fortune for the family. In addition, it provides shade and bears fruit, so many people plant it in front of their houses or in their gardens.
The Atacus Atlas butterfly (also known as the starfruit butterfly) is listed in the Vietnamese Red Book due to its rarity, striking colors, and enormous wingspan.
Gazing at the blossoming, vibrant purple starfruit tree, one can't help but feel a pang of nostalgia, recalling the lyrics of a song: "The falling purple starfruit blossoms block the small path, stirring my heart with longing..."
During Tet (Vietnamese Lunar New Year), wealthy individuals once again spend money buying rare and precious ornamental plants to display. These century-old treasures are often a source of pride and a lifelong inheritance for the tycoons.
The spring flower markets in Ho Chi Minh City recently displayed many ornamental plants that were not only extremely unique but also worth several billion VND per plant.