Pachira aquatica (Money tree) in black ceramic pot - H45 cm | Pot Ø12 cm
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Frequently Asked Questions
Is the Pachira aquatica suitable for an office? Yes — it is one of the best plants for offices. It tolerates indirect light, only needs watering about once a week, produces no allergens, and is non-toxic. Its braided trunk adds a sculptural green presence without cluttering the workspace.
How long can a Pachira go without watering? The Pachira easily tolerates 2 to 3 weeks without watering during winter or slow growth periods. In summer heat, it can last 10 to 15 days. It is one of the most drought-tolerant plants — a valuable quality for business trips or vacations.
SHIPPING & PACKAGING
Shipping within 24/48 hours via DPD
- Delivery in 2 to 5 business days
- Eco-friendly packaging: recyclable boxes and biodegradable materials
- Special protection to ensure the plant arrives in perfect condition
- Parcel tracking sent by email as soon as shipped
- Free delivery on orders over €50
48H QUALITY GUARANTEE
We guarantee that your plants will arrive in perfect condition. If your plant arrives damaged or in poor condition:
- Contact us within 48 hours at hello@verdeia.eu with photos
- Free replacement or full refund
- No return necessary – we trust you
The guarantee covers: damage related to transport, severely weakened plant upon arrival, preparation errors.
CARE TIPS UPON ARRIVAL
To help your plant settle in for the long term:
- Unpack immediately and inspect your plant
- Let it acclimatize 24-48h in a bright spot without direct sunlight
- Check soil moisture before watering (dry surface = light watering)
- Wait 2-3 weeks before repotting
- Avoid heat sources and drafts
- Gently wipe leaves to remove dust
Need help? Contact our team at hello@verdeia.eu or via chat.
🌿 Unique sculptural braided trunk • 🍃 Bright green palmate foliage • ☀️ Indirect light • 💧 Moderate watering • 🪴 Black striped ceramic pot included • 🐾 Non-toxic • 📏 H45 cm | Pot Ø12 cm
The Pachira aquatica, also called Money Tree, is a tropical plant recognizable by its sculptural braided trunk — several intertwined stems forming a unique natural column. Its large bright green palmate leaves crown this architectural form with lightness. Native to the tropical wet zones of Central America, it is a robust, easy-care, and non-toxic plant.
Presented in a black striped ceramic pot included — the contrast between the bright green foliage and the matte black pot creates a graphic and contemporary composition, ready to place. Discover it in our easy-care plants selection and in our non-toxic easy-care plants collection.
Which Pachira version to choose?
The Pachira aquatica is available in several containers in our catalog:
- Pachira in black striped ceramic (this product) — H45 cm | Pot Ø12 cm. The graphic and contemporary version.
- Pachira in natural woven basket P&PURE — H45 cm | Pot Ø12 cm. The bohemian and natural version.
- Pachira — classic size — the standard version without decorative container.
The black striped ceramic pot creates a strong graphic contrast with the bright green foliage — perfect for contemporary, industrial, or minimalist interiors.
Exposure & location
The Pachira aquatica enjoys bright spaces without direct sunlight — an ideal plant for modern interiors and offices.
- Exposure: bright indirect light to partial shade — avoid direct sun that burns the leaves.
- Ideal: living room, office, bedroom, or bright entrance.
- Temperature: 18 to 26 °C, protected from cold drafts.
- Substrate: potting soil for green plants, light and well-drained.
Turn the plant a quarter turn each week for harmonious growth and balanced foliage on all sides.
Watering & care
The Pachira prefers slight dryness to excess water. Check our watering guide to find the right rhythm.
- Watering: moderate — let the top 2 to 3 cm of substrate dry between waterings.
- Frequency: about once a week in spring-summer, reduced in winter.
- Drainage: essential — do not let water stagnate in the saucer.
- Fertilizer: light feeding every 3 to 4 weeks in spring and summer.
- Care: regularly dust the leaves with a damp cloth.
If the leaves yellow, it is almost always a sign of overwatering — let the substrate dry well before the next watering.
Decor ideas & plant pairings
The contrast between the bright green foliage and the matte black pot creates an immediately contemporary graphic composition — especially effective in interiors with neutral tones.
- In combination: pair it with a Ficus elastica Robusta or a Zamioculcas for a graphic all-green composition on a dark background. Find more ideas in our tropical combinations guide.
- Pot included: the black striped ceramic pot is included — the set is ready to place without adding anything.
- Atmosphere: perfect for structuring a living area, office, or entryway — its braided trunk naturally draws the eye, and the black pot gives it a contemporary, bold presence.
Verdeia tips
- The braided trunk is a permanent signature — the intertwined stems do not come undone over time. This is a stable feature that makes this plant truly unique. Do not try to untangle or re-braid them yourself.
- Less water is better than too much — Pachira tolerates slight dryness much better than excess moisture. If in doubt, wait another 2 to 3 days before watering. Yellow leaves are the first sign of overwatering.
- Avoid frequent moves — Pachira prefers stable, consistent locations. Each move to a different environment can cause slight leaf drop during acclimation.
- Non-toxic for pets and children — Pachira aquatica poses no risk in case of contact or accidental ingestion, making it an excellent choice for homes with pets or children.
Technical characteristics
- Botanical name: Pachira aquatica
- Common name: Money Tree
- Family: Malvaceae
- Origin: tropical wetlands of Central America
- Pot diameter: 12 cm
- Approximate height: 45 cm
- Adult size: 100 to 150 cm
- Light exposure: bright indirect light to partial shade
- Watering: moderate, 2–3 cm of dry surface between waterings
- Care: easy
- Toxicity for pets: non-toxic
- Pot included: black striped ceramic, Ø12 cm
- Decorative style: Contemporary / Graphic / Urban jungle
- Feature: unique sculptural braided trunk, palmate foliage, non-toxic, easy to care for
Each plant is unique: the photos show a representative example. The density of the foliage and the exact shape of the braiding naturally vary.
Your plant, delivered with care
Every plant is hand-packed in a box specially designed for plants — secured, protected, ready to travel. It arrives in perfect condition, roots intact and foliage preserved, ready to take its place in your home.
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FAQ – Everything to know before adopting your Verdeia plant
How are my plants prepared before shipping?
All our plants are selected from our European partner nurseries. Before shipping, they are watered, cleaned, and protected with breathable, secure packaging. Each package is designed to ensure your plant arrives in perfect health, without any transport-related stress.
Will the plant look exactly like the photo?
The photos accurately represent the variety and the stated size. Since each plant is unique, slight differences in shape, foliage, or color may occur — and that’s part of their charm.
What are the delivery times and conditions?
Shipping is done within 48 business hours, with tracked delivery within 2 to 5 business days. Delivery costs €5.60 — free for orders over €50. You will receive a tracking link as soon as the package is shipped.
What to do upon receiving my plant?
Open your package as soon as you receive it and carefully remove the plant from its packaging. Let it acclimate for 24 hours in its new environment before watering. If it has been slightly stressed during transport, it will recover its shape after one or two days in the light.
What to do if my plant arrives damaged?
Contact us within 48 hours with a photo of the issue. Our team will assess the situation and offer you the best solution: replacement, partial refund, or recovery advice.
Can I return a plant?
Since plants are living beings, standard returns are not possible. However, we guarantee good health upon delivery: if the plant arrives damaged, it will be replaced free of charge. For any other cases (order error, decorative pot, accessory), returns are possible within 14 days.