Money Tree 'Guiana Chestnut' Pachira Braid

Braided Money Tree 🌿💸 is loved for its glossy hand-shaped leaves and woven trunk, giving it a clean, tropical look that works well on desks, plant stands, and brighter corners of the home. It does best in bright indirect light indoors, where it can stay full and healthy without needing harsh direct sun. This is a beginner-friendly plant that usually does well with a simple, steady routine, as long as it is not kept too wet. Pro tip: if leaves start yellowing or dropping, check the soil first 💧—money trees are much more forgiving of slightly dry soil than soggy roots.

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Quick Facts:
🌱 Botanical Name: Pachira aquatica
🏷️ Common Names: Money Tree, Guiana Chestnut
💧 Watering Needs: Moderate; water when the top 1–2 inches of soil feel dry
☀️ Light Needs: Bright indirect light; tolerates medium light
🍃 Growth Habit: Upright, branching tree form
🪴 Difficulty Level: Beginner
⚠️ Toxicity: Generally considered non-toxic to pets
🌎 Native Region: Central and South America

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