Money tree care

Pachira aquatica needs bright light with no direct sun. Check the soil before you water.

This is general care advice. Check the label of your plant. Keep toxic plants away from pets and children.

Care at a glance

Botanical name: Pachira aquatica
Other names: Guiana chestnut, Braided money tree
Light: Bright light, no direct sun. Put it in bright indirect light. Direct midday sun can burn the leaves.
Soil check: Every 7 to 12 days in the growing season. The app learns the real time.
Humidity: Medium humidity
Feeding: Feed once a month in spring and summer. Do not feed in winter.

How does the soil feel 2 to 3 cm below the top?

Push a finger 2 to 3 cm into the soil. Feel if it is dry, damp or wet.

Dry: no soil sticks to your finger. Water the plant.
Damp: a little soil sticks to your finger. It feels cool. Do not water yet.
Wet: soil sticks to your finger and feels soggy, or you see water. Do not water. Check the drainage.

Do not water on a fixed day. Test the soil first. Read the soil check guide.

Use a well-draining mix. Mix potting soil with perlite or sand.

Yellow leaves and a soft trunk mean too much water. Let the soil dry and check the roots.
Leaves drop after a move or a draft. Keep the plant in one place.
Turn the pot a quarter turn each month so the crown stays even.

Not toxic to cats and dogs. Keep it away from pets that chew plants.