{"product_id":"5-stem-money-tree-pachira-aquatica","title":"5 Stem Money Tree | Pachira aquatica","description":"\u003cp\u003eThe 5 Stem Braided Money Tree is more than just a plant. It's a living sculpture, a symbol of abundance, and a statement piece for any interior. With its five intertwined trunks rising gracefully together, this Pachira embodies strength, unity, and prosperity. Each stem supports a crown of glossy, hand-shaped leaves that unfurl like green stars, creating a lush canopy that softens modern spaces and brings a tropical aura indoors. In Cape Town’s climate, it flourishes year-round as an indoor showpiece or shaded patio feature, thriving in bright, indirect light. Theplant’s appeal lies in its architectural form, air-purifying qualities, and cultural symbolism. The five braided stems are often associated with the five elements of Feng Shui, wood, water, fire, earth, and metal which makes this plant a powerful emblem of balance and harmony.  \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eWhy You’ll Love It\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eFive braided trunks symbolising unity and prosperity.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eGlossy, star-shaped leaves that create a lush canopy.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThrives indoors in Cape Town’s climate.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eNon-toxic to pets and safe for homes.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eA living sculpture with cultural and Feng Shui significance.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003ePlant \u0026amp; Care\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003ePlace in bright, indirect light. Water moderately, allowing the topsoil to dry between waterings; reduce watering in winter (June to August). Avoid overwatering, as roots are sensitive to rot. Fertilize lightly during the growing season (spring to summer). Rotate the pot occasionally to ensure even growth, and prune lightly to maintain shape.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eDid You Know?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe braided Money Tree was first cultivated in Taiwan in the 1980s, where growers discovered that weaving multiple stems together created a plant that symbolised intertwined fortune and harmony. The five-stem form is especially prized in Feng Shui, believed to amplify prosperity and balance by representing the five natural elements.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-weight: normal;\"\u003eToxicity Note: Pachira aquatica is non-toxic to cats, dogs, and humans, making it a safe and family-friendly choice.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003ctable style=\"width: 100%;\" width=\"100%\"\u003e\n\u003ctbody\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"width: 45.3507%;\"\u003eBotanical Name\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"width: 54.2883%;\"\u003ePachira aquatica\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"width: 45.3507%;\"\u003eGrowth Expectancy\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"width: 54.2883%;\"\u003e1.5–2m H indoors (up to 6m outdoors)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"width: 45.3507%;\"\u003ePosition\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"width: 54.2883%;\"\u003eBright indirect light \/ Semi-shade\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"width: 45.3507%;\"\u003eWater Smart \u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"width: 54.2883%;\"\u003eYes\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"width: 45.3507%;\"\u003eIndigenous \u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"width: 54.2883%;\"\u003eNo\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/tbody\u003e\n\u003c\/table\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Cape Garden Online","offers":[{"title":"19cm bowl","offer_id":42185171632183,"sku":"40227","price":329.95,"currency_code":"ZAR","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0262\/5434\/4247\/files\/5stem-money-tree-pachira-onlineshop-capegarden_2.png?v=1776168100","url":"https:\/\/www.capegardencentre.co.za\/products\/5-stem-money-tree-pachira-aquatica","provider":"Cape Garden Online","version":"1.0","type":"link"}