{"id":1215,"date":"2022-08-15T14:02:30","date_gmt":"2022-08-15T14:02:30","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/alex.websmith.cc\/?p=1215"},"modified":"2022-08-15T14:02:30","modified_gmt":"2022-08-15T14:02:30","slug":"how-to-care-for-a-money-tree","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/honestweb.dev\/houseplants\/2022\/08\/15\/how-to-care-for-a-money-tree\/","title":{"rendered":"How to Care for a Money Tree at Home &#8211; 8 Ultimate Tips"},"content":{"rendered":"<div class=\"gb-container gb-container-ab0a362b gb-container-global-spacing\"><div class=\"gb-inside-container\">\n\n<p>If you\u2019re looking for a plant which will be easy to care for but is a little different to the commonly recommended snake plant or cast iron plant, the money tree is a good alternative. The plant thrives with relatively little care and tends not to be overly problematic.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>The <em>Pachira aquatica<\/em>, also known as the money tree or the Guiana chestnut, is a plant native to Central and South America where it grows in swamps and can thrive without direct sunlight. It\u2019s also believed to be lucky and it is said that owners of a money tree plant will find themselves prosperous &#8211; and we could really all use a little extra luck!<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>The money tree (not to be confused with the <a href=\"https:\/\/hort.extension.wisc.edu\/articles\/jade-plant-crassula-ovata\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"><em>Crassula ovata<\/em><\/a>) was one of the first houseplants I ever bought. And truthfully, I murdered it almost immediately. I watered it thinking that would stop it being so droopy, and then I watered it some more, and some more. I had never heard of root rot or anything like that. Luckily that was over five years ago and I know better now. So please learn from my mistakes (or my plant died for nothing).<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>In this article I\u2019ll explain the basics of how to care for a money tree plant as well as some extra info for anyone who enjoys reading further into the topics (we do too!).<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"gb-headline gb-headline-eb51d836 gb-headline-text\">Table of Contents&nbsp;<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\"><li><a href=\"#Basic-Care\" data-type=\"internal\" data-id=\"#Basic-Care\">How to Care for a Money Tree Plant<\/a><\/li><li><a href=\"#Propagating-Money-Tree-Plants\" data-type=\"internal\" data-id=\"#Propagating-Money-Tree-Plants\">Propagating Money Tree Plants<\/a><\/li><li><a href=\"#Common-Money-Tree-Plant-Problems\" data-type=\"internal\" data-id=\"#Common-Money-Tree-Plant-Problems\">Common Money Tree Plant Problems&nbsp;<\/a><\/li><li><a href=\"#Top-Tips-for-Money-Tree-Plant-Care\" data-type=\"internal\" data-id=\"#Top-Tips-for-Money-Tree-Plant-Care\">Top Tips for Money Tree Plant Care&nbsp;<\/a><\/li><li><a href=\"#The-Bottom-Line\" data-type=\"internal\" data-id=\"#The-Bottom-Line\">The Bottom Line <\/a><\/li><\/ul>\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-image\">\n<figure class=\"aligncenter size-full is-resized\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/alex.websmith.cc\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/08\/money-trees.jpg\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-2924\" width=\"576\" height=\"761\" srcset=\"https:\/\/honestweb.dev\/houseplants\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/7\/2022\/08\/money-trees.jpg 768w, https:\/\/honestweb.dev\/houseplants\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/7\/2022\/08\/money-trees-227x300.jpg 227w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 576px) 100vw, 576px\" \/><\/figure>\n<\/div>\n\n\n<h2 class=\"gb-headline gb-headline-62068d2d gb-headline-text\" id=\"Basic-Care\">Basic Care&nbsp;<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"gb-headline gb-headline-00c7142f gb-headline-text\">Light Requirements for Money Tree Plants<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>Money plants or Guiana chestnut plants are native to South America where they thrive in tropical wetland environments without too much direct sunlight. This means it is important to replicate a warm, sunny and humid climate wherever you are growing your money trees.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>When growing your money plant indoors it\u2019s best to give them around six hours of bright-indirect light each day. Some people recommend direct light but personally I would warn against this, too much direct light will burn the leaves and stunt growth. If you notice light tone discoloration on the leaves of your money plant &#8211; that\u2019s likely too much light.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Too little light however will stop photosynthesis and the plant won\u2019t be able to make energy, grow leaves and survive. You\u2019ll know your money plant isn\u2019t receiving enough sunlight if it is drooping and turning yellow, the plant will also lean heavily towards the sunlight and may become stretched out or even fall over. To avoid this issue make sure to regularly rotate your plants for even growth.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-image\">\n<figure class=\"aligncenter size-full is-resized\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/alex.websmith.cc\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/08\/money-tree-with-good-light.jpg\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-2929\" width=\"622\" height=\"768\" srcset=\"https:\/\/honestweb.dev\/houseplants\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/7\/2022\/08\/money-tree-with-good-light.jpg 829w, https:\/\/honestweb.dev\/houseplants\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/7\/2022\/08\/money-tree-with-good-light-243x300.jpg 243w, https:\/\/honestweb.dev\/houseplants\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/7\/2022\/08\/money-tree-with-good-light-768x949.jpg 768w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 622px) 100vw, 622px\" \/><\/figure>\n<\/div>\n\n\n<p>If you don\u2019t have room for a big plant (money trees can grow quite big, around six to eight feet tall) keep your money plant in a shadier spot, it\u2019ll be just fine and will grow more slowly.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>If you want to grow your money plant in a room with no windows then consider investing in a grow light of some variety. There\u2019s a ton of options ranging in price to accommodate all sorts of needs.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>My top tip: use a grow light on a timer in order to give your plant a consistent lighting schedule<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"gb-headline gb-headline-7eb93c45 gb-headline-text\">Watering Your Money Tree Plant<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>Money trees store water in their trunk, so will need watering less often than you might expect. However, like most houseplants it is super important to find the middle ground &#8211; too much water will cause root rot but too little and your money plant will start dropping leaves.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Personally, I\u2019d recommend watering your money plant about twice per week, but this will depend on factors such as the material your plant pot is made from, location, size of pot, maturity of plant and even time of year.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Just make sure you check the soil moisture levels often, using a moisture meter if you\u2019ve got one.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Many people advise frequent watering; however, it is much better to wait until the soil has dried out (or at least the top two inches) and then give your plant a thorough drink. Water your plant until the excess is flowing out of the drainage holes.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>I also like to pop my tropical plants into the bathtub every now and then for a good shower, they get a nice drink but also it\u2019s a super quick way to dust all of your plants and wash off pests.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-image\">\n<figure class=\"aligncenter size-full is-resized\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/alex.websmith.cc\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/08\/money-tree-watering.jpg\" alt=\"how to care for money tree\" class=\"wp-image-2927\" width=\"512\" height=\"447\" srcset=\"https:\/\/honestweb.dev\/houseplants\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/7\/2022\/08\/money-tree-watering.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/honestweb.dev\/houseplants\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/7\/2022\/08\/money-tree-watering-300x262.jpg 300w, https:\/\/honestweb.dev\/houseplants\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/7\/2022\/08\/money-tree-watering-768x671.jpg 768w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 512px) 100vw, 512px\" \/><\/figure>\n<\/div>\n\n\n<h3 class=\"gb-headline gb-headline-c5af0c3e gb-headline-text\">How to Fertilize Your Money Tree Plant&nbsp;<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>During my research I found some people recommending adding slow release fertilizer to the soil or a fertilizer concentrate to the soil after watering. There\u2019s not necessarily anything wrong with those options but neither are my favorites.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>The issue I have with many guides is they are either way too complicated or ignore plant needs for simplicity. I\u2019ve put together some general tips for feeding your money plants whilst also acknowledging you might have a lot of other plants too. If you are super super dedicated to your plants you are of course welcome to have individual feeding schedules but personally I don\u2019t have the time for that!<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Here is my general guide to feeding houseplants:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Start fertilizing around early spring time&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\"><li>When you notice the day gets longer and the weather starts to warm&nbsp;<\/li><li>Dilute your fertilizer to half the recommended strength<\/li><li>I use a liquid fertilizer which gets mixed with water&nbsp;<\/li><\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p>When summer has arrived I use fertilizer with every water I do&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\"><li>If you opt for a slow release fertilizer you only need to use them around twice a year<\/li><\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p>A few weeks before the cold is due to set in, begin to reduce the frequency of fertilizing<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Do not fertilize your plants during winter months<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\"><li>If you live in a climate which does not receive winter frosts then continue to fertilize your plants but with a dilute fertilizer&nbsp;<\/li><li>If you live in a tropical climate keep your houseplants on a summer style fertilization&nbsp;<\/li><\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p>If you want to fertilize your plants naturally in order to be organic and sustainable then banana peels and eggshells are a must. Basically any time you eat a banana or eggs keep the scraps.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>You can leave the banana peels in a jar of water for a few days and then strain and use the water to feed and hydrate your plants.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Additionally, ground egg shells make a great DIY fertilizer, just sprinkle them in your soil.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Always check the label or instructions of whichever brand fertilizer you have chosen if you choose to go that route &#8211; different brands will require different amounts of water adding and so on.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"gb-headline gb-headline-8e38568f gb-headline-text\">Pruning and Shaping Your Money Tree Plant<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>Most of the time you\u2019ll find money plants grown with their stems braided together, it is said that the plant catches good luck this way. If you like the look it is easy to maintain, simply wind the stems around each other and tie together gently.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Pruning is not a massive concern for this plant but you may want to cut back the tops in order to create a more bushy effect. Cutting the plant will encourage healthy regrowth so try not to avoid it on the basis that you want a big plant.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>It is also important to remove diseased or dead leaves as they are wasting the plant\u2019s energy which could be used on growing new leaves.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>You might find that you need to prune your money tree because it has gotten too big for your home.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h4 class=\"gb-headline gb-headline-21e3e405 gb-headline-text\">Pruning Because It\u2019s Gotten Too Big<\/h4>\n\n\n\n<p>Doing a big, structural prune can put significant stress on the money plant, so make sure you are not doing big chops too often.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Use clean garden tools like shears or secateurs to remove the very top stems that are taller than the others or bigger than your ideal size. Make sure to cut just above the node (places from which new growth will come).<\/p>\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-image\">\n<figure class=\"aligncenter size-full is-resized\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/alex.websmith.cc\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/08\/money-tree-pruning-too-large.jpg\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-2921\" width=\"768\" height=\"575\" srcset=\"https:\/\/honestweb.dev\/houseplants\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/7\/2022\/08\/money-tree-pruning-too-large.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/honestweb.dev\/houseplants\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/7\/2022\/08\/money-tree-pruning-too-large-300x225.jpg 300w, https:\/\/honestweb.dev\/houseplants\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/7\/2022\/08\/money-tree-pruning-too-large-768x575.jpg 768w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 768px) 100vw, 768px\" \/><\/figure>\n<\/div>\n\n\n<p>You can also choose to completely remove sections that have gotten too big, leaving only the smaller growth.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h4 class=\"gb-headline gb-headline-07dbdeff gb-headline-text\">Pruning for Shape<\/h4>\n\n\n\n<p>If you bought your money tree because you loved the distinctive shape they have, you might have then been disappointed when it grew stems all over the place. If you want ro keep your money tree looking how it did when you got it then just remove any unwanted growth.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Cut the stems a few centimeters from the trunk, don\u2019t worry about leaving a node since you are not trying to encourage more growth in this area.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h4 class=\"gb-headline gb-headline-43133e47 gb-headline-text\">Maintenance Pruning&nbsp;<\/h4>\n\n\n\n<p>Trimming back your money tree for general maintenance and care can be done all year round because it is much less stressful for the plant. It is a good idea to remove stems in order to encourage new growth.<\/p>\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-image\">\n<figure class=\"aligncenter size-full\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1024\" height=\"615\" src=\"https:\/\/alex.websmith.cc\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/08\/money-tree-pruning-before-and-after.jpg\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-2920\" srcset=\"https:\/\/honestweb.dev\/houseplants\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/7\/2022\/08\/money-tree-pruning-before-and-after.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/honestweb.dev\/houseplants\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/7\/2022\/08\/money-tree-pruning-before-and-after-300x180.jpg 300w, https:\/\/honestweb.dev\/houseplants\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/7\/2022\/08\/money-tree-pruning-before-and-after-768x461.jpg 768w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px\" \/><\/figure>\n<\/div>\n\n\n<p>Maintenance pruning also includes removing old, damaged parts of the plant. This prevents the plant from wasting energy on leaves that are going to die anyways, instead the energy is diverted to new growth. It\u2019s also important to remove disease leaves to prevent pests infecting the entire plant.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"gb-headline gb-headline-b26b7eb1 gb-headline-text\">Repotting Your Money Tree Plant<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>Repot your money tree when the plant has become root bound, you\u2019ll know it has if you can see roots growing out of the drainage holes or circling the inside of the pot.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>If possible try to repot your plants during spring or summer.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Remove the root ball from the pot, shaking as much of the old soil away as you can. Take this opportunity to look at the roots of the plant, see if there is any root rot. Just remove anything that is brown or mushy and make a note to water your plant slightly less often.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Choose a pot that is a couple of inches larger in circumference than the existing pot. Fill the pot with a well-draining houseplant soil, I like to mix perlite into mine for extra drainage.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>The few weeks after having repotted are important, the plant will be more sensitive to change than usual. Water the plant thoroughly to begin with and place it in the shade. Once the plant has adjusted you can put it back into the sun or wherever you had it before.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"gb-headline gb-headline-559ac6cc gb-headline-text\" id=\"Propagating-Money-Tree-Plants\">Propagating Money Tree Plants<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>Money trees are super easy to propagate &#8211; as are most plants with visible nodes and plenty of leaves. I\u2019ve found water propagation to be the easiest in my experience as it tends to be more successful.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>First, find a healthy section of the plant to take a cutting from &#8211; do not include any dry or mushy stems in your cuttings.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Second, use a sterile cutting tool and cut a stem section around six inches long with at least 2-3 leaf nodes towards the bottom. Cut about a centimeter below the last node at a 45 degree angle. Once complete, remove the bottom few leaves from your cutting as they\u2019ll most likely be submerged in the water, which isn&#8217;t what we want.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Third, put your cuttings in clean water (a bottle, glass, or vase will work) making sure no leaves are under the water, but that the nodes are covered. At first you\u2019ll notice a white cauliflower looking substance forming. But don&#8217;t worry, after about 6-8 weeks you will see roots growing in the water, I like to wait until there is a secondary root system before planting. What I mean by a secondary root system is that the roots are growing off each other, like a root system you\u2019d see on any other plant if you pulled it straight out of the soil.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-gallery has-nested-images columns-default is-cropped wp-block-gallery-1 is-layout-flex wp-block-gallery-is-layout-flex\">\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-full\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"774\" height=\"1024\" data-id=\"2919\" src=\"https:\/\/alex.websmith.cc\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/08\/money-tree-propagation.jpg\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-2919\" srcset=\"https:\/\/honestweb.dev\/houseplants\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/7\/2022\/08\/money-tree-propagation.jpg 774w, https:\/\/honestweb.dev\/houseplants\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/7\/2022\/08\/money-tree-propagation-227x300.jpg 227w, https:\/\/honestweb.dev\/houseplants\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/7\/2022\/08\/money-tree-propagation-768x1016.jpg 768w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 774px) 100vw, 774px\" \/><figcaption>Don&#8217;t be surprised by this white cauliflower looking substance on the root tips, you&#8217;re on the right track. <\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-full\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"771\" height=\"1024\" data-id=\"2923\" src=\"https:\/\/alex.websmith.cc\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/08\/Money-Tree-root-system.jpg\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-2923\" srcset=\"https:\/\/honestweb.dev\/houseplants\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/7\/2022\/08\/Money-Tree-root-system.jpg 771w, https:\/\/honestweb.dev\/houseplants\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/7\/2022\/08\/Money-Tree-root-system-226x300.jpg 226w, https:\/\/honestweb.dev\/houseplants\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/7\/2022\/08\/Money-Tree-root-system-768x1020.jpg 768w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 771px) 100vw, 771px\" \/><figcaption>A good root system is necessary before moving to soil. <\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p>Make sure you change the water frequently to keep the cuttings clean.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>To move your cuttings from water to soil it can really help to use rooting hormone but it is not absolutely necessary. Personally I do like to use rooting hormone to ensure a higher success rate &#8211; just dip your cuttings in the rooting powder and then plant the cutting like normal.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>The first few weeks I would recommend watering your fresh cuttings more regularly than usual as they have acclimated to living in water by this point.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"gb-headline gb-headline-ea9de28a gb-headline-text\" id=\"Common-Money-Tree-Plant-Problems\">Common Money Tree Plant Problems&nbsp;<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"has-text-align-center\"><strong>Symptom<\/strong>: Soft trunk <\/p>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-media-text is-stacked-on-mobile is-vertically-aligned-top\"><figure class=\"wp-block-media-text__media\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"733\" height=\"1024\" src=\"https:\/\/alex.websmith.cc\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/08\/money-tree-soft-trunk.jpg\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-2926 size-full\" srcset=\"https:\/\/honestweb.dev\/houseplants\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/7\/2022\/08\/money-tree-soft-trunk.jpg 733w, https:\/\/honestweb.dev\/houseplants\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/7\/2022\/08\/money-tree-soft-trunk-215x300.jpg 215w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 733px) 100vw, 733px\" \/><\/figure><div class=\"wp-block-media-text__content\">\n<p><strong>Potential Cause<\/strong>: Overwatering <\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>How to Fix<\/strong>: Reduce watering frequency and put your plant in a spot with more sunshine<br>If the trunk has become quite mushy it might have passed the point of saving unfortunately. The best thing to do is to propagate as much as possible, discard the disease plant and start again with the cuttings.<\/p>\n<\/div><\/div>\n\n\n\n<p><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"has-text-align-center\"><strong>Symptom<\/strong>: Leaf Drop <\/p>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-media-text is-stacked-on-mobile is-vertically-aligned-top\"><figure class=\"wp-block-media-text__media\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"852\" height=\"1024\" src=\"https:\/\/alex.websmith.cc\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/08\/money-tree-leaf-drop.jpg\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-2918 size-full\" srcset=\"https:\/\/honestweb.dev\/houseplants\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/7\/2022\/08\/money-tree-leaf-drop.jpg 852w, https:\/\/honestweb.dev\/houseplants\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/7\/2022\/08\/money-tree-leaf-drop-250x300.jpg 250w, https:\/\/honestweb.dev\/houseplants\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/7\/2022\/08\/money-tree-leaf-drop-768x923.jpg 768w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 852px) 100vw, 852px\" \/><\/figure><div class=\"wp-block-media-text__content\">\n<p><strong>Potential Cause<\/strong>: Inconsistencies in watering schedules.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>How to Fix<\/strong>: Try using a calendar or reminder on your phone, it is important to water your plants on a schedule.<\/p>\n<\/div><\/div>\n\n\n\n<p><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"has-text-align-center\"><strong>Symptom<\/strong>: Yellowing<\/p>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-media-text is-stacked-on-mobile is-vertically-aligned-top\"><figure class=\"wp-block-media-text__media\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"640\" height=\"1024\" src=\"https:\/\/alex.websmith.cc\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/08\/money-tree-yellow-leaves.jpg\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-2930 size-full\" srcset=\"https:\/\/honestweb.dev\/houseplants\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/7\/2022\/08\/money-tree-yellow-leaves.jpg 640w, https:\/\/honestweb.dev\/houseplants\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/7\/2022\/08\/money-tree-yellow-leaves-188x300.jpg 188w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 640px) 100vw, 640px\" \/><\/figure><div class=\"wp-block-media-text__content\">\n<p><strong>Potential Cause<\/strong>: Nutrient deficiency,&nbsp;age, or overwatering.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>How to Fix<\/strong>: Increase fertilizer frequency,&nbsp;cut off the leaves that are yellowing, move to a sunnier spot.<\/p>\n<\/div><\/div>\n\n\n\n<p><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"has-text-align-center\"><strong>Symptom<\/strong>: Brown Leaves <\/p>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-media-text is-stacked-on-mobile is-vertically-aligned-top\"><figure class=\"wp-block-media-text__media\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"768\" height=\"1024\" src=\"https:\/\/alex.websmith.cc\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/08\/money-tree-brown-leaves.jpg\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-2916 size-full\" srcset=\"https:\/\/honestweb.dev\/houseplants\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/7\/2022\/08\/money-tree-brown-leaves.jpg 768w, https:\/\/honestweb.dev\/houseplants\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/7\/2022\/08\/money-tree-brown-leaves-225x300.jpg 225w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 768px) 100vw, 768px\" \/><\/figure><div class=\"wp-block-media-text__content\">\n<p><strong>Potential Cause<\/strong>: Too much light or too much fertilizer.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>How to Fix<\/strong>: If the leaves are crispy and brown it\u2019s probably too much light, move the plant further away from the window or light source,<br>If the leaves are limp and brown then reduce fertilizer schedule.<\/p>\n<\/div><\/div>\n\n\n\n<p><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"has-text-align-center\"><strong>Symptom<\/strong>: Black Spots <\/p>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-media-text is-stacked-on-mobile is-vertically-aligned-top\"><figure class=\"wp-block-media-text__media\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"741\" height=\"1024\" src=\"https:\/\/alex.websmith.cc\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/08\/money-tree-black-spots.jpg\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-2915 size-full\" srcset=\"https:\/\/honestweb.dev\/houseplants\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/7\/2022\/08\/money-tree-black-spots.jpg 741w, https:\/\/honestweb.dev\/houseplants\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/7\/2022\/08\/money-tree-black-spots-217x300.jpg 217w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 741px) 100vw, 741px\" \/><\/figure><div class=\"wp-block-media-text__content\">\n<p><strong>Potential Cause<\/strong>: Bacterial or fungal infection.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>How to Fix<\/strong>: Neem oil can help with both fungal and bacterial issues and since it can be hard to tell which is affecting the plant, I recommend treating both. Always remove any disease foliage as bacteria spreads within the plant from leaf to leaf<\/p>\n<\/div><\/div>\n\n\n\n<p><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"has-text-align-center\"><strong>Symptom<\/strong>: White Spots<\/p>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-media-text is-stacked-on-mobile is-vertically-aligned-top\"><figure class=\"wp-block-media-text__media\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1024\" height=\"647\" src=\"https:\/\/alex.websmith.cc\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/08\/money-tree-white-spots.jpg\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-2928 size-full\" srcset=\"https:\/\/honestweb.dev\/houseplants\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/7\/2022\/08\/money-tree-white-spots.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/honestweb.dev\/houseplants\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/7\/2022\/08\/money-tree-white-spots-300x190.jpg 300w, https:\/\/honestweb.dev\/houseplants\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/7\/2022\/08\/money-tree-white-spots-768x485.jpg 768w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px\" \/><\/figure><div class=\"wp-block-media-text__content\">\n<p><strong>Potential Cause<\/strong>: Mildew or tap water.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>How to Fix<\/strong>: If these spots seem dormant, ie not changing in size then it\u2019s probably mineral build up from tap water. These should just wipe away with a damp cloth and leave no problem.<br>If the white spots seem to be spreading and have a powdery texture then you\u2019re probably dealing with powdery mildew which is a plant disease. There are tons of antifungal treatments available or you can use neem oil again. I like neem oil best because it&#8217;s effective, affordable and natural.<\/p>\n<\/div><\/div>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"gb-headline gb-headline-03bc1965 gb-headline-text\" id=\"Top-Tips-for-Money-Tree-Plant-Care\">Top Tips for Money Tree Plant Care<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>Act as if you already have pests and you won\u2019t get them &#8211; I like to use sticky traps all of the time to prevent pests ever becoming a problem. It\u2019s a lot more difficult to deal with a full infestation!<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Not a tip but important to know, the money tree is one of the safest houseplants to have if you are concerned about your cat or dog eating them. They are generally considered not toxic and therefore pet friendly.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>The bathroom is a great location for your money plant as they will love the humidity boost and the warmth. If you can\u2019t keep them in the bathroom, <a href=\"https:\/\/alex.websmith.cc\/basics\/growing\/best-humidifier-for-plants\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">consider investing in a humidifier<\/a> or use a pebble tray. They\u2019ll also love the fluorescent light found in office buildings so if your desk needs some life, maybe get a money tree.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>When buying your money plant check all over for signs of infection or pests (look out for sap, brown spots or bugs) and check out the roots.<\/p>\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-image\">\n<figure class=\"aligncenter size-full is-resized\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/alex.websmith.cc\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/08\/money-tree-by-the-door.jpg\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-2917\" width=\"511\" height=\"512\" srcset=\"https:\/\/honestweb.dev\/houseplants\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/7\/2022\/08\/money-tree-by-the-door.jpg 1022w, https:\/\/honestweb.dev\/houseplants\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/7\/2022\/08\/money-tree-by-the-door-300x300.jpg 300w, https:\/\/honestweb.dev\/houseplants\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/7\/2022\/08\/money-tree-by-the-door-150x150.jpg 150w, https:\/\/honestweb.dev\/houseplants\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/7\/2022\/08\/money-tree-by-the-door-768x770.jpg 768w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 511px) 100vw, 511px\" \/><\/figure>\n<\/div>\n\n\n<h2 class=\"gb-headline gb-headline-be563283 gb-headline-text\" id=\"The-Bottom-Line\">The Bottom Line&nbsp;<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>Money trees or Pachira Aquatica are a great houseplant option for all ranges of experience, they look great and they bring good vibes. All in all, they\u2019re pretty easy to care for and just need warmth and bright indirect sunlight to thrive, with a good watering once a week.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>If you just do a few key things that I\u2019ve outlined in the article above you should find your money tree thriving and growing faster than ever!<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Oh and I\u2019ll leave you with this fun fact &#8211; the name is thought to derive from a story in which a poor man prays to find wealth. He finds this plant and becomes rich by selling its seeds. From the 1980s onwards the money tree plant has been held in high regard with significant cultural meanings.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"gb-headline gb-headline-95224306 gb-headline-text\">Had an Enjoyable and Informative Reading Experience?<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>Let us know your thoughts and feedback &#8211; <a href=\"https:\/\/alex.websmith.cc\/contact\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">here<\/a>. We love to talk plants!&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h4 class=\"gb-headline gb-headline-fbaa4772 gb-headline-text\">Looking for More Leafy Inspiration?<\/h4>\n\n\n\n<p>Find out all about Lavender here: <a href=\"https:\/\/alex.websmith.cc\/how-to-care-for-lavender-plant\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">How to Care for Lavender Plants<\/a><\/p>\n\n<\/div><\/div>","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>If you\u2019re looking for a plant which will be easy to care for but is a little different to the commonly recommended snake plant or cast iron plant, the money tree is a good alternative. 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