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The best way to tell if a money tree needs watered? Poke your finger into the soil, and if it still feels wet, wait a few more days and check again before you give it a drink. Also, make sure to dump out the saucer underneath your plant when it's finished draining out after you water.

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Money trees are one of the easiest houseplants you can grow-- so they're perfect whether you're a new plant parent or have low light levels in your house. They're handsome plants, too, with a strong upright form, glossy leaves, and an attractive braided stem. In their native environment of Central and South America, these trees grow 60 feet tall. But indoors, they'll typically top out around 6 feet tall.

Like the easy-care snake plant and philodendron plant, these also are tough houseplants. As long as you give them the right conditions, they'll thrive. They're also said to bring good luck and prosperity. And who doesn't need more of that in their lives?

Whether or not you believe in the legend of good luck, here's what else you need to know about how to care for a money tree:

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Why are Money Trees Considered Lucky?

Money trees, or pachira aquatica, are considered a symbol of luck and prosperity, but they haven't been for all that long. According to , this doesn't date back centuries, as you might expect, but rather to the 1980s. The braided money tree as we know it was actually first cultivated by a truck driver in Taiwan and quickly became popular in Asia by Feng Shui practitioners.

Basic Money Tree Plant Care

Sunlight:

Money trees like bright, indirect light, which means you'll need a sunny east, west or south-facing window. But be careful about giving them direct sunlight, which can scorch its leaves, especially during the hottest months of the year. That's because the small money trees we grow indoors are juvenile plants, which would be shaded by taller trees in the forest. Turn the plant periodically to make sure it grows evenly. If you don't have sufficient light, an LED grow light is a great alternative.

Water:

Even though money trees grow in wetlands, they don't like to remain soaking wet. Water until it runs out of the bottom of the pot every one to two weeks, allowing the soil to mostly dry out between waterings. You may find you'll need to water more or less often, depending on the conditions inside your home. The best way to tell if a money tree needs watered? Poke your finger into the soil, and if it still feels wet, wait a few more days and check again before you give it a drink. Also, make sure to dump out the saucer underneath your plant when it's finished draining out after you water.

Temperature and Humidity:

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Money tree plants are tropical so they do best in warm environments between 65 and 85 degrees. To increase humidity to around 50 percent, run a humidifier or group other houseplants near your money tree plant, where they'll transpire (release water vapors) and be mutually beneficial to each other. Misting isn't an effective way to boost humidity, no matter how many times you've heard this suggestion.

Should You Braid a Money Tree?

While money tree plants don't have to be braided, most of the modern money trees are braided when you buy them to provide a more substantial trunk. Braided money trees are actually multiple plants that have had their trunks woven together during growth while they're flexible. If you'd like to braid your plant, weave the trunks together gently and loosely tie a string around the top to keep it together. As the tree grows, continue this process.

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Money tree plants are traditionally round on top, but you can also let your plant do its own thing and just prune problematic parts to keep your plant thriving and encourage new growth. You can also prune your plant to keep it small if you'd like.

Common Money Tree Problems

Money tree plants are prone to bugs such as aphids and scale, but applying usually takes care of any pests. All of these pests can cause major damage to your plant, so make sure you deal with them as soon as you see them to avoid loose, drooping, dying leaves.

Considering Buying a Money Tree?

Here's where to buy one online, or head to your local nursery:

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