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Pachira aquatica 27cm H120cm

Pachira aquatica 27cm H120cm

Regular price £121.00 GBP
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Meet the Money Tree—the braided symbol of luck and prosperity. With her slender, palmate leaves and a trunk that’s often woven into a beautiful braid, she’s a botanical masterpiece. She’s famously hardy, making her the perfect choice for a "good vibes" gift or a stylish office companion!

  • The Formal Name: Pachira aquatica
  • The Nickname: Money Tree or Guiana Chestnut
  • Roots: Native to the swampy wetlands of Central and South America.
  • Natural Vibe: Growing tall in the humid, water-rich riverbanks of the tropics.

Care Guide

  • Care Guide:
  • Sunlight: Prefers bright, indirect light but is famously tolerant of lower-light spots. Rotate her weekly for even growth!
  • Best Room: A living room, office, or anywhere you want to invite some "wealth."
  • Snacks: A balanced liquid fertiliser every 4 weeks during the growing season.
  • Tropical Feels: She enjoys humidity but is very adaptable to normal household air.
  • Cosy Factor: Thrives in warmth (18–27°C). Protect her from cold winter drafts.
  • Thirst: Water thoroughly when the top 2-3 cm of soil is dry. She hates "soggy toes"—drainage is key!
  • Safety First: Non-toxic – safe for pets and children.
  • The Bedding: A well-draining, nutrient-rich potting soil with extra perlite.
  • Family Tree: Best propagated via stem cuttings or by seed.
  • Space Needs: Can be kept as a desktop plant or grown into a 2-metre indoor tree.
  • Speed: A fast grower that rewards good light with a lush, green canopy.
  • Uninvited Guests: Watch for mealybugs and scale on the stems.
  • Moving Day: Repot every 2 years into a slightly larger container.
  • Haircut: Prune the top to encourage a bushier crown or to maintain her height.
  • Fresh Air: A fantastic natural air filter that scrub common pollutants.
  • Plant Lore: In Feng Shui, she is believed to trap wealth within her braided trunk and bring good fortune to the home!
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