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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
  • DifficultyEasy
  • SoilStandard potting mix
  • FertilizingMonthly, growing season

Size & habit

  • Mature height (indoor) 1.2–2.4 m
  • In the wild 15–18 m
  • Habit
    • Upright
  • Growth rateModerate

Common problems

  • Root rot
  • Spider mites
  • Scale
  • Mealybugs

Propagation

  • Stem cutting
  • Seed

Sources