Guiana Chestnut Money Tree

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The Guiana Chestnut Money Tree has the classic good looks of a money tree with a broad trunk. Money trees traditionally have a braided trunk, but this plant has a natural trunk with a bulbous form and textured exterior. Also known as Pachira aquatica, thin branches emerge from the top of this tree and feature glossy, elliptical leaves that come to a point.Best Locations For Growing Guiana Chestnut Money TreeThe Guiana Chestnut Money Tree makes a stunning addition to most areas of a home, but to help the plant flourish, choose a sunny, humid spot. Naturally humid areas, like screen porches, kitchens, and bathrooms, are generally a good choice. The Guiana Chestnut Money Tree is safe and non-toxic for people and pets, so there are no restrictions or limitations about introducing this plant into your space.Guiana Chestnut Money Tree Sunlight RequirementsPosition the Guiana Chestnut Money Tree in a location that receives bright, indirect to medium sunlight. The ideal spot will receive about six hours of sunlight daily, so consider an area near a sunny window. Keep the tree away from direct sunlight.Guiana Chestnut Money Tree CareRoutinely prune the tree to maintain its size or encourage a full, bushy form. Repot your Money Tree as needed every one to two years. Upgrade to a larger pot if you wish the plant to grow larger, or refresh the potting soil and keep the same pot to maintain the plants size. Use a moist, well-drained potting mix that is acidic to neutral.Watering Guiana Chestnut Money TreeWater your Guiana Chestnut Money Tree when the top inch of potting soil is dry. This plant naturally grows in damp areas, but it dislikes standing water. Check the soil before watering your Money Tree, but plan to water every one to two weeks during the summer and less frequently during the fall and winter. The Guiana Chestnut Money Tree thrives in increased humidity, so choose a naturally damp area or use a humidifier to make the plant feel at home.Feeding Guiana Chestnut Money TreeFertilize your Guiana Chestnut Money Tree every four weeks during the spring and summer. Use a balanced, water-soluble plant food to encourage well-rounded growth. Scale back and fertilize your Money Tree every eight weeks during the fall and winter.

Guiana Chestnut Money Tree InformationLight Exposure: Bright Indirect LightMature Height: 6 - 8 FeetMature Spread: 6 - 8 FeetHabit: UprightFlower Color(s): White, YellowFoliage Color(s): GreenWatering: Weekly / When The Top Two To Four Inches Of Soil Are DryFeatures: Air PurifierCommon Name: Guiana Chestnut Money TreeOther Name(s): Guiana Chestnut, Money TreeScientific Name: Pachira aquatica