The Pachira Plant is native to Central and South America, but it can be found in many other countries, too! It’s an evergreen shrub that grows up to 3 meters tall and boasts unique leaves with five leaflets per leaf. The Pachira Plant has a long history of being used as good luck charms throughout the Caribbean.
This plant is also known for its ability to purify the air by taking in harmful pollutants like formaldehyde and benzene. This makes the Pachira Plant a great choice when you want to bring some life into your home without having to worry about air quality. Plus, it looks beautiful with its glossy green leaves!
The Pachira Plant, sometimes referred to as the Fat Luck Money Tree, Skyrocket Money Tree or just plain Money Tree, is a tropical evergreen plant natively found in Central and South America. It grows rapidly in full sun or partial shade, making it ideal for indoor gardening. Interestingly enough, Pachira does not need soil to grow, rather it needs a loose substrate like coconut coir so it can grow freely. Moreover, its glossy leaves and reddish-brown pods make it an eye catching addition to any room. In addition to being very aesthetically pleasing, this plant also exudes many benefits like improving air quality and reducing stress.