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Pachira is an ornamental plant that is often used in bonsai. It is native to Central and South America. The pachira plant has shiny green leaves and a trunk that is often braided. The plant can grow to be over 30 feet tall.

Popular name

• Malabar chestnut
  
• Provision tree
  
• Saba nut
  
• Monguba
  
• Pumpo

Basic info

• The pachira tree is native to Central and South America.
  
• It is also known as the money tree or the good luck tree.
  
• Pachira trees can grow up to 30m tall.
  
• The leaves of the pachira tree are large and palm-like.
  
• The flowers of the pachira tree are small and white.
  
• The fruit of the pachira tree is a green, brown or yellow capsule.
  
• The seeds of the pachira tree are poisonous.
  
• Pachira trees are used as ornamental plants.
  
• They are also used in traditional medicine.
  
• Pachira trees are considered to be lucky and are often given as gifts.

Related plant:
Pachira Money Tree

How to Grow

1. For pachira , first step is to choose the plant which you like to grow.
   
2. Then, get a pot or container that is big enough for the roots of your pachira . The container should have drainage holes at the bottom to allow excess water to drain out.
   
3. Fill the pot or container with a high-quality potting mix.
   
4. Place the pachira in the pot or container.
   
5. Water the pachira evenly and deeply.
   
6. Place the pot or container in an area that receives bright, indirect sunlight.
   
7. Continue to water the pachira regularly, allowing the soil to dry out slightly between watering.
   
8. Fertilize the pachira monthly during the growing season with a balanced fertilizer.
   
9. Prune the pachira as needed to encourage new growth and shape the plant.
   
10. Enjoy your beautiful pachira !

Related plant:
Pachira Aquatica

The Soil

About soil condition, it should be noted that the pachira does not tolerate poor drainage, so make sure the pot has good drainage holes. The tree does best in humus-rich, moist but well-drained soil. If the soil is too alkaline, it can be amended with peat moss or compost.

About light

Similar to other plants, the Pachira needs sunlight to grow. The amount of sunlight required depends on the variety of Pachira, but most prefer bright, indirect light. Pachiras will do well near a south- or west-facing window. If you don’t have a spot like that in your home, you can also grow your Pachira under grow lights.

The Temperature

The temperature condition for a pachira is warm. It should be kept in a room that is between 70 and 80 degrees Fahrenheit. If the temperature is too cold, the plant will not grow as well. If the temperature is too hot, the leaves will start to drop off.

Humidity Level

Ideal humidity condition for this plant is around 60-70%. If the humidity is too low, the leaves will become dry and begin to drop off. If the humidity is too high, the leaves will yellow and the plant will become limp.

The Fertilizer

About fertilizer, usually the plant need more nitrogen, phosphorus and potassium, so choose the fertilizer with more nitrogen, phosphorus and potassium is better. The best way is to make your own fertilizer, such as composting. However, be careful not to over-fertilize, which can damage the roots and kill the plant.

About light

Pruning your pachira is important to maintaining its shape and preventing it from becoming too leggy. You can prune your pachira at any time of year, but late winter or early spring is the best time to do it. Cut back any leggy or straggly branches to encourage new growth. You can also prune to shape your pachira as desired.

Plant Propagation

Propagation is the process of creating new plants from a parent plant. Pachira is typically propagated via stem cuttings, which can be taken from the parent plant at any time of year. Cuttings should be taken from healthy, non-flowering stems and should be 4-6 inches in length. Cuttings should be placed in a well-draining potting mix and kept moist until they have rooted. Once rooted, pachira can be transplanted into a larger pot or planted in the garden.

Growth Rate

Usually, the plant growth rate during the first few years after planting. If the plant is well taken care of, it can grow up to a meter per year. However, the growth rate will eventually slow down as the plant matures.

Basic Problems

Common problems for this kind of plant plants are caterpillars, whiteflies, and mealybugs. Caterpillars and whiteflies will feast on the leaves, while mealybugs will attack the stems and leaves. All of these pests can be controlled with regular applications of insecticidal soap.

Tips on Growing

• Make sure to choose a spot in your home that has bright, indirect sunlight. Pachira plants thrive in bright light, but too much direct sunlight can burn their leaves.
  
• Water your pachira plant regularly, making sure to keep the soil evenly moist but not soggy. These plants are native to tropical regions and prefer high humidity, so misting the leaves occasionally can also be beneficial.
  
• Feed your pachira plant a balanced fertilizer every month during the growing season.
  
• Prune your plant as needed to shape it and encourage new growth. Pachira plants can become quite leggy if not pruned regularly.
  
• Keep an eye out for pests, such as mealybugs, scale, or spider mites, and treat them promptly if found.
  
• Repot your pachira plant every two to three years, using a pot that is one size larger than the current one.
  
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Similar Plants

• Pachira
  
• Pachira aquatica
  
• Pachira bicolor
  
• Pachira coronata
  
• Pachira cordata
  
• Pachira crassipes
  
• Pachira glabra
  
• Pachira insignis
  
• Pachira longiflora
  
• Pachira macrocarpa

Source:
Pachira aquatica: Trees of Prosperity - Pennsylvania State …
Pachira quinata | Tropical Restoration Library - Yale University
University of Wisconsin–Platteville