Money tree
Pachira aquatica · Money Trees · Mallow family
Also known as: Malabar Chestnut · Guiana Chestnut
Easy100–200cmPet-friendlyEdible
Money tree care at a glance
Money tree (Pachira aquatica) needs a moderate amount of water and prefers to grow in partial shade. Ideal temperature: 18–24 °C.
- Water need
- Medium
- Light
- Partial shade
- Soil moisture
- Evenly moist
- Nutrients
- Medium
- Ideal temperature
- 18–24 °C
- Life cycle
- Perennial
Pests & Diseases on Money tree
Possible pests on Money tree include Scale insects, Mealybugs, Aphids and Fungus gnats. A common disease is Root rot. Also possible: Anthracnose and Powdery mildew. Money tree is considered pet-friendly.
Pest
- Scale insects Medium
- Mealybugs Medium
- Aphids Low
- Fungus gnats Low
Disease
- Root rot High
- Anthracnose Low
- Powdery mildew Low
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Frequently asked questions about Money tree
- Which pests affect Money tree?
- Possible pests on Money tree include Scale insects, Mealybugs, Aphids and Fungus gnats.
- Which diseases affect Money tree?
- A common disease is Root rot. Also possible: Anthracnose and Powdery mildew.
- Is Money tree toxic to cats and dogs?
- Money tree is considered pet-friendly and safe for cats and dogs.
- How much water does Money tree need?
- Money tree has a moderate water requirement.
- What light does Money tree need?
- Money tree prefers to grow in partial shade.
- Is Money tree frost-hardy?
- Money tree is not frost-hardy. Its lower limit is around 7 °C.
- Can you eat Money tree?
- Yes, the edible parts are mainly: seeds, leaves and flowers.