Reasons and Solutions for Yellowing and Dropping Leaves on the Money Tree (Pachira aquatica)

The money tree (Pachira aquatica) is a type of tree introduced and cultivated in China from abroad. Because of its high ornamental value, it is deeply loved by consumers, and many people choose to grow it at home. However, during cultivation, technical problems may also cause some leaf drop and yellowing. So how should these problems be solved?

What to Do When the Money Tree's Leaves Turn Yellow

1. Cut off rotten roots: When yellow leaves are found on the money tree, the first cause most people think of is root rot. Take the money tree out of its pot in time, cut off the rotten parts, and replace part of the soil with loose soil such as peat soil and ceramic pellets. After changing the soil, water thoroughly and place it in a cool place to adjust to the new pot. Once the money tree grows roots, it will be fine.

2. Ventilation and moisture retention: If a person is kept in a closed environment for a long time, they will face danger due to lack of oxygen. The same is true for plants, and the most intuitive manifestation is yellowing leaves. So remember, when the weather is warm, simply place the money tree outdoors for care; a naturally ventilated environment is more conducive to its growth. In addition, if it is kept indoors in an air-conditioned room, be careful to keep it away from the air conditioner's outlet, place a basin of water next to the air conditioner, or frequently spray water on the money tree.

3. Apply light fertilizer frequently: When fertilizing the money tree at home, people may choose granular fertilizer and bury it directly in the soil so that its fertilizer effect is slowly released, but the amount of fertilizer is not easy to control and it is very easy to over-fertilize. In the case of over-fertilization, promptly pick out the fertilizer that has not fully dissolved, then flush the soil with a large amount of clean water, and ventilate to let the soil dry as soon as possible.

Reasons for the Money Tree Dropping Leaves and Solutions

1. Causes:

1. Insufficient light: If it is placed in too dark a place for a long time and light is not supplemented on time, the money tree will lack the light needed for growth, which will make the leaves turn yellow and even drop.

2. If the growing environment of the money tree is not ventilated or is poorly ventilated, the money tree will lack oxygen and develop yellow leaves and leaf drop. This situation is more likely to occur in offices, public areas, and similar places, so pay attention to it.

3. Improper fertilization: If the fertilizer concentration is too high when fertilizing, or if raw fertilizer is applied, it can also cause leaves to turn yellow and drop. Cold wind exposure and long-term water accumulation: The money tree is afraid of cold. If it is exposed to cold wind in winter and no protection or insulation is provided, the leaves will wilt and turn yellow.

2. Solutions:

1. Supplement light and ventilate immediately: First, ensure that the money tree can see several hours of sunlight indoors every day to supplement the sunlight needed for growth. Indoors, it should be ventilated frequently, but be careful not to let it be exposed to cold wind.

2. Fertilize reasonably and water appropriately: Keep the fertilizer concentration moderate, and apply warm fertilizer. Do not water too much; keep the soil moist, and do not let water accumulate.

What to Do If the Money Tree's Branches Rot

Now let's look at how to deal with rotten branches. If there is one rotten branch, you can first use a popsicle stick to scrape below the rotten branch of the money tree, then use the tip of a small knife to slowly scrape until reaching the white part. Remove the soil around the plant, wrap the leaves with newspaper, place it in a sunny environment, do not water, and expose it to strong sun for seven days. If several branches of the plant are rotting, then the flower must be pulled out of the flowerpot. Use the above method to clean it thoroughly and place the plant in a ventilated, sunny environment, and expose it to strong sun for 7—10 days. Be sure not to let the plant get rained on, and after sunning it, plant it in a flowerpot with moist soil and do not water for half a month.

How to Repot the Money Tree

1. First, take the money tree plant out. Gently tap the bottom of the flowerpot to separate the root ball from the flowerpot, then slowly take out the plant. For the removed money tree, part of the old soil can be removed, and then it can be moved into a new pot with new soil.

2. The flowerpot can be chosen according to the growth condition of the money tree, and basically it must meet the needs of the money tree's further growth. The soil is generally one with good drainage and air permeability, and it should be somewhat fertile. You can use leaf mold plus river sand, mixed with some decomposed chicken manure as base fertilizer. After putting new soil in the flowerpot, slowly place the money tree into the flowerpot and then fill in the soil.

When the money tree drops leaves or its leaves turn yellow, it is generally caused by root rot, fertilizer and water, light, and other aspects. If you want to solve it completely, you need to find the cause from the root. During the cultivation of the money tree, it generally needs to be repotted, and during repotting, attention must be paid to the choice of soil.