Money Tree Hydroponic Method and Care Guide: How to Grow It

The money tree is also called Malabar chestnut, Gua Li, American peanut tree, and so on. Money tree is the common name everyone uses, and its meaning is just like its name: full of wealth and prosperity, wishing you good fortune. It is very suitable as a green plant gift for shop openings. However, most money trees we usually see are soil-grown, so can money trees be grown hydroponically? Below, the editor of Huinong Net introduces the hydroponic method and care guide for money trees.

1. Introduction to the Money Tree

It belongs to the genus Pachira in the family Malvaceae. The leaves of the money tree are emerald green all year round. Young plants with 3-5 stems are braided into a shape that is unique and beautiful. Field-grown plants reach 8-20 m in height, while potted plants are about 2 m tall, and there are even mini potted plants cultivated to only 30-50 cm tall. The trunk is straight, the base is swollen, and the branches are mostly whorled. The leaves are palmately compound with a common petiole; the 5-7 leaflets are oblong-lanceolate, nearly 20 cm long, without petiolules, entire-margined, nearly leathery, emerald green and glossy. The flowers are large, up to 20 cm long, yellow-white to pale yellow, with petals split into strips. It blooms in April-May (South China) or June-July (East China), and July-August is the fruiting period.

2. Hydroponic Methods for Money Tree

(1) Method One

In spring, select healthy soil-grown money tree seedlings, dig out the whole plant, and clean off all the soil. The money tree root system is small, so operate carefully and do not damage the roots. Disinfect with a 0.1% potassium permanganate solution for 10 min, wash the roots, and then plant in a transparent container. Because the money tree plant shape is relatively large, the container must be heavy and thick, and the roots must be firmly wedged at the bottle mouth or fixed with a small amount of substrate. Then, pour in clean water up to 2/3 of the money tree roots. After that, change the clean water once every 2-5 days until new roots grow after 2-3 weeks.

(2) Method Two

In late spring and early summer, cut 10-15 cm long branches, remove the lower leaves, insert them directly into the container, and add clean water to 1/3 of the branch length. Change the clean water once every 2-5 days, and often spray the branches. Rooting is relatively slow, and it takes 6-9 weeks to grow new roots. Because the base of hydroponic material formed by water cuttings does not swell, its ornamental value is relatively poor, so it is used less often.

3. Money Tree Care Guide

(1) Light

The money tree is suitable for high-temperature and high-humidity climate conditions. It has poor cold resistance, and seedlings are afraid of frost, while adult money trees can tolerate light frost and long-term low temperatures of 5-6°C. Full sun is best, because full sun can shorten the internodes and make the plant shape compact and full. During the growing season of the money tree, it is best to keep sufficient sunlight. When light intensity is low, the money tree grows more slowly. Pay special attention not to suddenly move the plant from shade to strong light, as this will scorch the leaves and burn the edges, affecting the normal growth and ornamental value of the money tree.

(2) Watering

The money tree is relatively tolerant of water and moisture, but has poor drought tolerance. It is not suitable to water too much, to prevent root rot caused by water accumulation, which can lead to plant death. Spray water on the leaves every day to ensure the leaf color stays emerald green.

(3) Pruning

In spring, attention should be paid to pruning the branches of the money tree in time, to encourage new branches to sprout from the base of the trunk, so that the new branches are convenient for binding, braiding, and shaping.

The above is the hydroponic method and care guide for money trees compiled by the editor of Huinong Net. Have you all learned it? The money tree is simple to grow and has the vigorous vitality of a withered tree meeting spring, but during cultivation you must provide more care to increase its ornamental value.

How to grow a money tree hydroponically? Hydroponic methods for money trees

Many flower lovers say they do not know how to grow a money tree hydroponically. Do not worry, next the editor will introduce the hydroponic methods for money trees in detail, to help everyone grow money trees better.

Hydroponic methods for money trees:

1. Selecting the tree. If you want to grow a money tree hydroponically, selecting the tree is very important. First, choose a plant with a relatively attractive shape and good ornamental value, then take the plant out of the soil and rinse the roots of the money tree clean with clean water.

2. Eliminating pathogens. If you want to grow a money tree hydroponically, the first step is to sterilize the money tree. Generally, the root crown of a money tree has soil-grown roots. Find a relatively sharp pair of scissors and cut them all off, then soak the base of the root crown in a 1500-fold carbendazim or thiophanate-methyl solution for 10-15 minutes to eliminate pathogens. You can also soak the stem base in a 200 mg/L NAA solution for 10-30 minutes, which can effectively sterilize the money tree.

3. After soaking in the medicine solution, take the money tree out, then place it into a hydroponic planting basket. It is best to use some pebbles or relatively attractive stones to fix it, and then begin hydroponic cultivation.

[TIP]When growing a money tree hydroponically, be sure to note that there should not be too much water. The water level is best just up to the base of the money tree roots. It will take root in about 10 days, and afterward daily care can be carried out according to hydroponic methods, so the money tree can be grown very well.

How to Grow and Care for a Hydroponic Money Tree: Methods and Precautions

Money trees can be grown hydroponically, and they have great ornamental value, are relatively easy to grow, and can purify indoor air. Having seen money trees in soil often enough, what happens when they meet water? So how do you care for a water-grown money tree? Today, the editor of wed114 Wedding Network brings you the cultivation methods and precautions for hydroponic money trees. Let us look at the details together.

Cultivation Methods for Hydroponic Money Trees

Pay attention to pruning the roots at initial planting

Actually, growing a money tree hydroponically is not difficult. Prepare the utensils (special utensils for hydroponics). Then it is time to prune the money tree.

Take the money tree out of the soil and remove the leaves at the base, so as not to affect plant growth. When pruning, decide according to the size of your flowerpot, and remove all leaves below the bottle mouth.

In addition, use a small knife to cut off part of the roots, which allows the roots to absorb better and keeps the cut surface smooth. Place the plant in a cool place to air-dry for a while, and after the cut dries, insert it into the hydroponic container.

Water volume control and choice of water

Water reaching one third of the vase is enough, and do not exceed two thirds.

Before rooting, change the water once every 3 days. After rooting, there is no need to change the water; simply add water to the vase. When the weather is dry and stuffy, spray water on the leaf surface. You can use rainwater, well water, or purified water. If it is tap water, it should be left to stand for 1 day before use.

Maintain indoor temperature

The suitable growth temperature for money trees is between 16-26°C, and hydroponics is no exception. In winter, do not place the plant in colder places such as balconies or windowsills, observe the plant's growth condition at all times, and do not let the water freeze. When it is too cold, necessary warming measures can be taken.

Ensure sufficient light

Hydroponic money trees are usually kept indoors, so their sunlight requirements are not high, but they need 2-3 hours of light every day. If the plant lacks light, the leaves turn yellow and growth is poor. Therefore, try to place the plant in a bright and ventilated environment so it can fully receive light.

Fertilize once a month

For hydroponic plants, fertilization is often overlooked, but proper fertilization can make the plant grow better. Hydroponic money trees only need to be fertilized once a month. You can buy specialized fertilizer at a flower market, or add a few drops of dissolved vitamin C1 when adding water.

Precautions for Hydroponic Money Trees

Hydroponic money trees should be placed where they are not exposed to electric fans or air conditioning.

Often check the plant's growth condition. If there is root rot, remove the rotten roots in time. If the water has an odor, change the water in time and also check whether there is root rot.

When the leaves turn yellow, check whether there is too much fertilizer or insufficient light.

That is all for the hydroponic methods and precautions for money trees. Actually, it is not difficult. I hope flower lovers gain something after reading this, with one more cultivation method and one more choice.