to exert a gradual, transformative influence on someone's character or outlook; to nurture or be influenced by an environment

Xiao Xun (1989-), Taiwan actress

blinded by greed

lavender (genus Lavandula)

obsessed with a craving for power; blinded by the desire for authority

to dominate one's thoughts (usually by greed or lust)

Fragrant and foul-smelling herbs do not share a vessel; figuratively implies that good and evil people cannot coexist or be treated as the same.

the seed of Dipteryx odorata, known for its sweet, vanilla-like fragrance and used in perfumes and flavoring

to be eager for wealth and emolument (idiom)

a type of aromatic herb used in ancient China for fragrance or medicinal purposes; often identified as [[零陵香|零陵香|ling2 ling2 xiang1]]