Pachira Aquatica, Money Tree (Twisted Trunk)

Twisted Trunk

It is known by the common names Money tree plant, money plant, Malabar chestnut, Guiana chestnut, French peanut, saba nut, monguba, pumpo, provision tree, wild kapok tree, pachira and is commercially sold under the names money tree شجرة المال and money plant. When grown in a nursery, the supple young, green trunks are slowly braided by cultivators before they harden and turn woody. Money tree plants often have their slender trunks braided together and are a low maintenance option for artificially lit areas. Money tree plant care is easy and based upon just a few specific conditions.

Pachira aquatica is a sought-after tree that adapts extremely well to being grown indoors. Under fengshui, a properly placed Pachira aquatica in the home or office will create positive energy/chi, bringing prosperity and good luck. As a result, the Money Tree is a fashionable gift for birthdays, weddings and house warmings.

CARE

Light: Find a bright spot for your money tree, out of direct sunlight, which can scorch its leaves. It thrives under fluorescent light, making this small tree an ideal office plant.

Water: Water thoroughly, until water comes out the drainage holes in the bottom of the pot, then allow the soil top 2-4cm dry out between watering. Avoid getting water on the trunk, which causes stem rot. average once a month water.

Humidity: Moderate to high. Try to keep the relative humidity at 50% or higher.

Temperature: Average room temperatures 60-75°F/16-24°C;

Soil: Use a peat moss-based potting mix with perlite or sand added for good drainage.

Fertilizer: Feed every 4-6 weeks in spring and summer with a balanced liquid fertilizer.

Pachira aquatica, Money Tree, Malabar chestnut, French peanut, Guiana chestnut, provision tree, saba nut