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How many varieties of money tree are there? Introduction to common money tree varieties
There are mainly three varieties of money tree, namely Taiwan money tree, large money tree and money beauty tree. Taiwan money tree is the money tree we most often refer to, native to Central America; the large money tree is native to Europe and has very attractive leaves; the money beauty tree, namely Schefflera (umbrella tree), is native to tropical regions and has excellent ornamental value.
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What is the difference between a money tree (Pachira aquatica) and a money plant (Zamioculcas zamiifolia)? A quick guide to telling them apart
Different families and genera: the money tree belongs to the family Malvaceae, genus Pachira, while the money plant belongs to the family Araceae, genus Zamioculcas. Different places of origin: the former comes from Central America, while the latter comes from East Africa. Different habits: the former prefers relatively moist growing conditions, while the latter prefers relatively dry growing conditions. Different forms: the leaves of the former are not opposite, while the leaves of the latter are opposite.
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How much does a money tree usually cost? Market price overview
The price of a money tree varies depending on the variety and height. Generally, a small money tree costs around 18-40 yuan; while plants over 1.4 m tall cost more than 180 yuan. In addition, a braided money tree is usually about 20 yuan more expensive than a single-trunk money tree of the same height.
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How much does a money tree usually cost? A look at market prices
The price of a money tree varies depending on the variety and height. Generally, a small money tree costs around 18-40 yuan; while plants over 1.4 m tall cost more than 180 yuan. In addition, a braided money tree usually costs about 20 yuan more than a single-trunk money tree of the same height.
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How to propagate the money tree? A detailed introduction to common propagation methods
The money tree (Pachira aquatica) is mainly propagated by seed, and seeds are not easy to obtain at home. Its seed is like a large melon, and once it grows to a suitable size it is suitable for ornamental display. Growers completely cut off its roots and canopy, ship its trunk to florists, then place the trunk in a greenhouse to re-root it as a cutting, letting it grow new roots and send out new shoots, and then plant it in a pot.
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How to fertilize a money tree? Master the right method to make it grow vigorously
To fertilize a money tree, you can use diluted liquid fertilizer or slow-release granular fertilizer. When fertilizing, follow the principle of "rather diluted than concentrated," and for top dressing, it is suitable to apply small amounts multiple times. After two or three years of growing, the potting soil should be renewed; when renewing, place an appropriate amount of slow-release compound fertilizer, or farmyard manure or organic fertilizer, at the bottom of the pot when repotting, so as to meet its normal growth needs.
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How to propagate the money tree? A detailed introduction to common propagation methods
The money tree (Pachira aquatica) is mainly propagated by seed, and seeds are not easy to obtain at home. Its seed is like a large melon, and once it grows to a suitable size it is suitable for ornamental display. Growers completely cut off its roots and canopy, ship its stump to florists, then place the stump in a greenhouse to re-root it as a cutting, letting it grow new roots and sprout new shoots, and then plant it in a pot.
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How to prune a money tree? A detailed guide to the correct pruning method
If it has not been grown for long, there may be individual branches longer than the canopy; cut off the branches that extend beyond the canopy. Some trunks also sprout buds; remove them by hand as soon as they emerge. For plants grown for many years, the upper branches become very long and the tree shape leans over; the branches should be heavily cut back, and if there are 3-4 nodes of buds visible from the base of the branch, prune off the upper branch.
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How to prune a money tree? A detailed guide to the correct pruning method
If you have not been caring for it long, some individual branches may grow longer than the canopy, and these branches that extend beyond the canopy should be cut off. Also, some trunks will sprout shoots, which should be pinched off by hand as soon as they emerge. For a plant kept for many years, the upper branches grow very long and the tree shape becomes crooked, so the branches need to be heavily shortened; when you can see 3-4 nodes of buds from the base of the branch, prune off the upper branch.
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Should a Money Tree (Pachira aquatica) be planted in a deep pot or a shallow pot? Choosing the right pot makes it easier to care for
Because the Money Tree is a tree, its root system grows downward, so a deep pot should be chosen to give its roots ample growing space. If the pot chosen is too shallow, it will hinder root growth and affect the plant's absorption of water and nutrients.
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