Crystal Feng Shui Money Tree: Boost Your Wealth and Luck

Crystal Feng Shui Money Tree - Why the Crystal Feng Shui Money Tree is auspicious

In Singapore, where prosperity and abundance are highly valued, the Feng Shui Crystal Money Tree (水晶发财树) is one of the most common activations for wealth and luck. Unlike living plants, this version is a decorative tree handcrafted from natural crystals and gemstones. Each crystal branch carries powerful energy (水晶能量) that can attract wealth, improve relationships, and harmonise your environment. As you may notice, there are single-colour crystal money trees, and you may also come across one where there are different crystals tied to it.

Crystal Money Trees are used in Feng Shui and sometimes used in conjunction with the Feng Shui principle of the Five Elements (五行)—Wood, Fire, Earth, Metal, and Water. As a “tree”, it is believed to symbolize the growth of wealth, which is highly sought after by career- or business-centric entrepreneurs. Hence, if you notice, such crystal trees are also a relatively common sight in some retail or F&B set-ups as an auspicious and wealth-inducing item.

What is a Feng Shui Crystal Money Tree?

A Feng Shui Crystal Money Tree is typically made of a twisted wire trunk and gemstone leaves, arranged to resemble a miniature tree. Its design is not accidental—trees represent growth, vitality, and abundance, while crystals are believed to emit vibrational energies that amplify wealth luck. In some ornamentation, these copper wire gem trees can be "modified" to include more wire branches, creating a lush, thick foliage. In Feng Shui, a healthy, expanding tree symbolises the continuous flow of money and opportunities, while the crystals align with different elements to create balance and prosperity in your space.

Often viewed as a more convenient substitute for the Money Tree, Money Plant, or live Jade Plant, the Crystal Tree indeed requires less maintenance and is also a potent wealth symbol based on Feng Shui principles.

The Five Elements and Crystal Colours

The foundation of Feng Shui is based on the Five Elements: Wood, Fire, Earth, Metal, and Water. Each crystal Money Tree can be customised with different gemstones or crystal to enhance a specific type of energy. The consideration of the five elements promotes better energy flow (positive energy), thus enabling better Feng Shui results. Here’s how each element works with crystals to boost your wealth luck:

Wood Element – Growth and Prosperity

Best Crystals: Green Aventurine, Peridot, Jade

Meaning: Wood represents growth, expansion, and new beginnings. A green crystal Money Tree is perfect for attracting financial growth, career advancement, and fresh opportunities. Green aventurine and peridot are often used because they are more economical materials.

Additional Description / Placement Tips: A green money tree is one of our favourite activation items for wealth spots, especially when the wood element is needed. Its colour (green), its form (a money tree), alongside its ease of care, make it super ideal for activating positive energy. We usually recommend placing this in your house 正财位.

Fire Element – Fame, Recognition & benefactors

Best Crystals: Red Agate, Garnet, Rose Quartz, and Amethyst

Meaning: Fire enhances passion, fame, and recognition. A red or pink crystal tree activates success luck, making it ideal for entrepreneurs or professionals seeking promotions and public recognition. Rose quartz is closely associated with good luck in relationships. Purple Amethyst is also regarded as a fire element, and Amethyst is the crystal for benefactors and noblemen.

Additional Description / Placement Tips: Use a fire-based crystal money tree to activate fire-based energies. If you are looking for benefactors' luck (贵人运), consider placing a miniature amethyst money tree on your work desk. Be sure to establish your auspicious spot before placing it. (Avoid generic tips, as every individual is different)

Earth Element – Stability and Long-Term Wealth

Best Crystals: Citrine, Yellow Calcite, Tiger Eye

Meaning: The citrine-based money tree is widespread, especially when its color resembles shimmering gold—a sign of good luck and positive energy. Citrine and Yellow calcite are both wealth-inducing crystals, and hence they are among the most preferred choices when a sector requires an earth element.

Additional Description / Placement Tips: Citrine comes in various grades. While citrine or yellow calcite money trees are very auspicious-looking, it may be a little challenging to identify a good sector. This is typically suitable for commercial Feng Shui, particularly in industries such as property development, engineering, and metal manufacturing. Tiger's eye is also an interesting material, but there are certain restrictions when it comes to placing the tiger's eye money tree.

Metal Element – Abundance and Clarity

Best Crystals: Clear Quartz, Pyrite, golden rutilated quartz

Meaning: Metal symbolises precision, wealth accumulation, and clear decision-making. White quartz is one of the most universal crystals, often valued for its purification properties. Golden Rutilated quartz or Pyrite are both strong crystals that aid in the activation of indirect wealth.

Additional Description / Placement Tips: Many mistake citrine and yellow calcite as 金. Yellow is often regarded as earth (黄土), while white, silver, and gold are associated with the metal element.

Water Element – Flow of Opportunities

Best Crystals: Aquamarine, Lapis Lazuli, Blue Aventurine

Meaning: Water represents the flow of wealth and opportunity (水为财 - is a common saying). A blue crystal tree encourages smooth cash flow, new income streams, and financial stability.

Additional Description / Placement Tips: Blue crystals are generally the more expensive types. A blue coloured money tree is often used to activate areas where the wood element is present (water promotes growth).

Activation and Maintenance of your Crystal Money Tree

As with all other Feng Shui items, it is best to have a Feng Shui Master to assist with the initial or yearly activation. Most Masters will be happy to share their preferred way to cleanse (maintenance) the crystal money tree periodically. We are pleased to share some of the steps.

1. Cleanse the Crystals: Gently wipe the crystals with a soft, unused cloth. You may rinse the crystal using distilled water. Pad dry.  

2. Smudging or Smoke Cleansing: You may use Palo Santo, Sage, or Agarwood incense. Light the incense and use its smoke to surround the money tree. Circle it clockwise with your left hand.

3. Set Intentions: Some may wish to either say their intentions out loud or recite them silently.

Many would be curious about how to activate one's home or office Feng Shui through the placement of these crystal money trees. According to the principles of traditional Feng Shui, the placement of an auspicious item requires multiple considerations. Generic principles to identify an area with wealth energy may sometimes backfire.

Other Feng Shui items that bring about good luck/wealth luck

While many different items bring about positive energy from a Feng Shui perspective, selecting the right one is always a challenge. A wealth vase or wealth bowl is a common choice, especially for indirect wealth, while a three-legged money toad is commonly used, particularly in commercial settings.

Auspicious plants, such as lucky bamboo or bonsai trees, are also preferred under certain circumstances, particularly when a wood element is required in an area. While there are many ways to activate an area of good luck, there are still areas we need to consider before offering the best and most practical recommendation.

Using Feng Shui items to activate Auspicious sectors

The Feng Shui Crystal Money Tree is more than just home decor—it is a powerful tool to activate wealth, success, and harmony in your space. Natural gemstones and crystals are powerful energy stones believed to contain metaphysical benefits. By selecting the right crystals and placing the tree in an auspicious location, you can harness the power of Feng Shui to create continuous growth and abundance.

Whether you are a business owner seeking financial growth or a homeowner looking to attract prosperity, a well-placed and energized Crystal Money Tree is more than a wealth symbol; it can help you grow your wealth while keeping your environment balanced and harmonious. Consider seeking a Feng Shui consultation and express your wish to activate your wealth spot with a crystal money tree today!

Disclaimer: The information provided in this article is for educational and informational purposes only and should not be considered as professional Feng Shui advice. Feng Shui practices and interpretations can vary, and their effectiveness may differ based on individual circumstances and specific locations. For personalized guidance, it is strongly recommended to consult with a qualified Feng Shui Master or professional consultant who can assess your unique situation. The author and company are not responsible for any outcomes resulting from the application of Feng Shui principles described in this article. Always use caution and discretion when implementing any Feng Shui methods.