What plant is the Money Tree? Let us introduce you to this woody plant

Other Names for the Money Tree

The Money Tree is also called Round-leaf Polyscias, and is one of the many varieties of Polyscias. Abroad, people also call it Round-leaf Polyscias fruticosa.

Morphological Characteristics of the Money Tree

For beginner gardeners, the Money Tree looks no different from other foliage plants, but the Money Tree is indeed different from other plants.

The leaves of the Money Tree are alternate, with odd-pinnate compound leaves. The small leaves are round, partially heart-shaped. The leaf color is pure and thick, without silvery-white markings. The whole plant has fewer branches, and the surface of the stem is covered with lenticels.

Growth Habits of the Money Tree

The Money Tree originally grows in the Pacific Islands, and prefers a warm, humid environment with plenty of sunlight. It grows normally in semi-shaded environments, is not cold-tolerant, and is afraid of drought. When grown at home, the Money Tree needs to be placed indoors in bright light. Without proper sunlight exposure, it grows more vigorously. In summer, care should be taken to avoid direct sunlight.

When growing the Money Tree at home, it is necessary to frequently sprinkle water on the plant to increase air humidity and keep the leaf color fresh. Also apply a special fertilizer for foliage plants once every 2 weeks, applying thin fertilizer frequently. When fertilizing, be careful not to sprinkle it on the leaves, so as not to burn the leaves.

The Symbolism of the Money Tree

The Money Tree is also called Polyscias, meaning blessing and wealth, and even more money, so the Money Tree represents a feng shui tree that brings wealth and prosperity. In feng shui, it is said that a Polyscias at home brings even smoother financial luck.