Money tree
Pachira aquatica Aubl. · Malvaceae
Safe for cats and dogs
Also known as Guiana chestnut, Malabar chestnut, French peanut
Pet safety
Safe for cats and dogs. ASPCA lists this plant as non-toxic to dogs and cats.
Clinical signs: Nausea, vomiting and loose stool
Source: ASPCA (matched at species level).
Care
- LightMedium / part shade – Bright indirect
- WaterLet the top inch dry
- HumidityHigh
- Temperature18°C – 29°C · 64°F – 84°F
- DifficultyEasy
- SoilStandard potting mix
- FertilizingMonthly, growing season
Size & habit
- Mature height (indoor) 1.2–2.4 m
- In the wild 15–18 m
- Habit
- Growth rateModerate
Common problems
Propagation
Sources
- Taxonomy GBIF #3152235
- Toxicity ASPCA (matched at species level)
- Care references Cross-checked — see methodology.