For its exotic picturesque appearance, unpretentiousness and unusual property of attracting well-being, many people like such a houseplant as Money Tree, however, you need to know how to properly care for it. At careful attitude some species of Crassula are capable of growing to enormous sizes, and even delighting their owners with inflorescences of white, pink, lilac and scarlet flowers.
How to care for an indoor money tree
Crassula belongs to succulent crops, the distinctive characteristic of which is the long-term retention of moisture in the leaves, as a result of which it can do without water for a long period of time. But this circumstance does not mean that it can not be watered at all.
In addition, the indoor tree has some medicinal properties that few people know about. As an external remedy, it is used as a rinse solution for aphthosis, sore throat and other inflammatory diseases of the oral cavity, eliminates itching and pain from insect bites, skin damage, hematomas and bruises. It can be used as a lotion if you need to reduce inflammation during an abscess, and as a rub it is suitable for treating joint diseases.
Varieties of the Money Tree include:
- Crassula, which can grow up to one and a half meters in an apartment, and in more favorable conditions up to 3 meters in height;
- a shade-intolerant tree-like plant with pink panicle inflorescences and flat leaves;
- Purslane Crassula is a miniature tree, similar in characteristics to its other relatives, but much smaller in size.
It will not hurt for lovers of succulents to know that this crop is dangerous because it contains arsenic - this should be taken into account if there are children and pets in the house.
Crassula is a fairly unpretentious plant, but it requires periodic care due to its characteristics.
- Great importance has the location and degree of illumination, since due to a lack of sunlight, the trunk of the tree becomes elongated, thinner and can sag. In ideal conditions, Crassula is voluminous, thick and resilient. It is advisable to choose a spacious window sill, because the plant grows well in width and needs space. The best location for a pot with a plant is southeast, southwest.
- Some tree varieties may also feel uncomfortable in direct sunlight. Its leaves may wither, turn red and acquire a brown edge, so it is better to slightly shade them.
- In the warm season, the flower can be placed on the balcony, and closer to the cold weather, put it indoors. To ensure that the crown of the Money Tree is uniform, the plant is turned to the light first on one side or the other. Crassula also does not like drafts and strong wind– because of this, it grows poorly and does not bloom.
- It is important to know what temperature conditions the succulent prefers. Basically, all types of Crassula feel great at +20-28 degrees, and since they love fresh air, in the summer it is, of course, better to keep them outdoors - on the veranda, in the garden or on the balcony. You can also place the flower on the loggia if normal ventilation is possible.
- A feature of the culture is its immunity to small temperature changes during the day. And in winter time it can be in a room with a temperature from +4 to 15 degrees. But it is better not to place it near heating devices and heating equipment.
- Since the tree is a succulent, it tolerates long-term lack of moisture well. The only thing that needs to be done regularly is to wipe off the dust from the leaves of the plant with a damp cloth - this way they absorb oxygen more intensively. Periodically, you can spray the plant with warm water, after covering the soil in the pot with cellophane. The frequency of such procedures is once every 60-90 days. If there is high humidity in the house, this can lead to rotting of leaves and even roots, so the plant should be watered much less frequently and less often.
When figuring out how to properly care for Crassula, you should pay special attention to watering - in winter and summer time it may differ noticeably.
How to water Crassula
In winter, from November to February, the plant is in a dormant stage. If possible, it is better to place the pot with the succulent in a room with a temperature of +14-16 degrees. If the house is too warm, it is advisable to ventilate the room more often. You can place the Crassula on a closed loggia at a temperature of +6-10 degrees. It is believed that the tree tolerates more low temperatures, but it’s better not to experiment. What is really undesirable is proximity to heating during the plant's rest period - it can wither and lose its foliage. Watering at this time is needed infrequently - once every 30 days is enough.
In general, the main rule regarding Money Tree is that it is better to underfill than to overfill. From a large amount of moisture, the root system of the succulent begins to rot, and the crown can turn into a bare trunk with emaciated branches without leaves. That is why drainage holes are required to prevent excess water from stagnating.
The flower needs to be watered abundantly in the summer, especially for young plants that cannot yet retain much moisture due to the fact that they have small leaves. Before watering, the soil should be dry a couple of centimeters deep into the container, then the plant is well watered once every two or even three weeks. In extreme heat, watering is allowed once every 7 days, but only if the soil has had time to dry.
Watering Crassula in the fall should be done with extreme caution. Even if the top layer of soil is dry, there may be moisture inside the pot. At this time, you need to make sure that the soil is dry to a depth of 4 cm and only then irrigate, usually this is important every 3-4 weeks.
A symptom that the soil is very dry can be the softness of the leaves - it is better to avoid this. If an overflow occurs, the excess water must be carefully drained. The water used for these purposes should be a couple of degrees above room temperature, in addition, it would be better to boil it or filter it first.
Root rot often occurs because the container for the succulent is chosen incorrectly or the soil does not allow enough moisture and air to pass through.
Soil and pot for succulent
If you decide to purchase a Money Tree, you should find out in advance how to care for it. In addition, there may be a need for transplantation if it grows strongly. First of all, you should think about the soil in which the plant will comfortably grow and develop.
The soil requirements for a succulent are simple, but mandatory:
- the ground should be loose;
- allows air and water to pass through well.
It is best to buy a special substrate for cacti, but you can prepare it yourself.
For the mixture you will need:
- Leaf soil - it is prepared from forest flooring, dry leaves of fruit trees, linden or maple, and grass. For better rotting, liquid manure and lime are added to it and mixed well. You will need one piece.
- Turf soil is essentially turf, a layer of 2 to 5 centimeters, which can be taken from the forest. This mixture will require 3 parts.
- Humus soil based on ordinary soil and manure - 1 part.
In general, the soil intended for the plant should have a neutral or slightly acidic pH value. You also need to add one part of agroperlite and river sand(large), a little wood ash.
Of course, when buying a houseplant like a Money Tree, you need to understand how to care for it, and one of the important points is choosing a pot.
The container for the succulent must be selected in accordance with the characteristics of the roots:
- it should not be very deep;
- The stability and sufficient weight of the product is important, since when it grows, the Crassula can tip it over.
Ideally, this is a clay pot selected according to the width of the root system. It is necessary to pay attention to the drainage layer. Expanded clay (pre-disinfected cork, small pebbles or pebbles) is placed at the bottom of the pot in a layer of 2-3 centimeters, several pieces of activated carbon to prevent fungus, and a well-mixed mixture is placed on top.
Young plants are replanted after a year, adults every 2-3 years. Transplantation is also necessary in order to grow a large, large-sized tree. Best time for this procedure – May.
Fertilizer use
The main time for feeding the plant begins in early spring, in April, and ends in September, since Crassula's resting stage is in November.
The rules for applying fertilizers are as follows:
- in warm months, the succulent is fertilized once every 30 days, usually after watering, so as not to burn the roots;
- as it gets colder, the amount of nutritional mixtures is halved;
- the procedure is carried out in the evening;
- any compositions are diluted in advance with filtered, boiled or rain water;
- It is not allowed to feed Crassula immediately after planting it, since the root system has not yet been formed.
Specialized mixtures for succulent plants already contain all the necessary components, but can be prepared useful compounds and independently. Most of all, the Money Tree needs elements such as phosphorus, calcium and potassium, but they need to be added in moderation, avoiding excess.
The crop requires nitrogen to grow its crown; it is better to use urea or urea. A deficiency of this substance can lead to yellowing of the leaves, while its excess causes the death of the plant.
For young plants, the development of the root system is important, and a stimulator such as Zircon will cope with this task. Other suitable means– Uniflor cactus, Hylea, Humisol, Lignohumate.
As for calcium, you can make your own fertilizer using shells from chicken eggs. They are dried, ground, poured with boiling water and infused for 15 days in a dark place. Dry shell powder can also be added to a flowerpot with a tree.
If ready-made formulations are used, you must act strictly according to the attached instructions. Sometimes it is allowed to feed the plant with potassium in winter to maintain optimal crown condition.
Reproduction of Crassula
Understanding how to care for a money tree in a pot, you can propagate and grow new Crassula trees at home. The easiest way to get a new plant is using cuttings or leaves, which can also produce roots if placed in a glass of water. Often a large number of shoots are formed on the plant. They are placed in water, and to make roots appear faster, charcoal is added to it.
There is nothing difficult in growing an exotic beauty, but you will have to adhere to the rules regarding the specific composition of the soil, the size of the pots and other details regarding care.
When roots appear, the sprout can already be planted in a moistened substrate; if it is a leaf, then to a depth of one centimeter. In the case of a shoot, you can plant it at a depth of 5 centimeters. It is advisable to first create greenhouse conditions for the seedling (18-22 degrees) and spray the soil with warm water when it dries out, while simultaneously carrying out ventilation. When the sprout reaches 10 centimeters in height, it can be transplanted into a larger pot and create diffused lighting for the plant.
When choosing a houseplant like the Money Tree, be sure to ask how to care for the succulent. The fat woman can help in treatment, with the strong desire of the owner, she can take on any attractive appearance and size, and if the owner treats her with love, she will reward her with wealth and lasting good luck.
The money tree (also called Crassula and Crassula) is an unpretentious indoor plant. Its historical homeland is Africa. Harsh conditions and frequent droughts ideally prepared the fat woman for the difficult conditions of city apartments. However, you still need to know about the money tree itself, care, flowering and possible pests. This will allow you to grow a healthy Crassula at home, which will delight your owners.
This plant is a succulent, meaning it has the ability to store moisture in its leaves and stems. Thanks to this skill, Crassula easily tolerates long periods without watering, so a money tree can be started by those who often have to travel somewhere.
Temperature features, lighting, humidity
Crassulas love light, but they do not like direct sunlight. It is recommended to place them on stands or shelves under the window so that they receive diffused light. The best window orientation is southeast. There is always a lot of light on this side, but when the sun is at its zenith, it already moves to the other side of the house and does not scorch the leaves.
If the windows face south or southwest, it is recommended to shade the glass in the summer so that the indoor plant does not get burned. On the north side of the house, the Crassula will lack light. To make up for the deficiency, it can be placed on the windowsill.
Important! With a lack of light, the fat woman often gets sick.
Will be beneficial air baths: It is recommended to take the money tree out into the open air when it is warm but not hot outside. For example, in the spring it can be placed on a balcony or loggia.
Temperature
Despite its African roots, the Crassula does not like heat. In summer she tolerates it more easily than in winter. During the heating season, it is recommended to move the money tree away from the radiators. The ideal temperature in winter is from 14 to 17°C, in summer – 19-25°C.
Air humidity
An important parameter for most plants. For Crassula too, but to a lesser extent. Due to the fact that the plant is a succulent, it easily tolerates dry air. Namely, this is what it looks like when the batteries are turned on. The most difficult thing for the fat woman is to tolerate frequent changes in humidity levels; it is difficult for her to adapt to changeable conditions.
If the air is very dry, you can spray the plant with a spray bottle. But he will much more like wiping the leaves with a damp cloth or sponge. In addition, this is an excellent way to remove dust and clean the surface of the plant itself from various contaminants.
Soil requirements and replanting
The money tree has a developed fibrous root system, i.e. the underground part is rather weak and grows in breadth. Therefore, the pot must be selected taking into account this feature: wide and not very deep.
The soil should be loose so that water does not stagnate near the roots. Otherwise they may rot. It is advisable to provide drainage.
The following soil mixture is considered optimal: turf soil (4 parts) + 1 part each of sand, humus and deciduous soil. You can also purchase any ready-made substrate. However, you need to carefully read which plants it is suitable for.
Transfer
The money tree grows quite slowly, so it will need to be replanted no more than once every 2-3 years. In some cases, the need for this procedure occurs less frequently. Adult plants do not really like this procedure, so there is no need to replant without objective reasons.
Crassula's roots are rather weak. At the same time, the stem and leaves are thick and heavy. In some cases, it may be necessary to strengthen the plant in the new soil mixture using spacers. They are set up for a few weeks and then removed.
Watering and feeding the Crassula
It is very important to follow the watering schedule. The money tree does not like excess moisture. This causes its roots to rot, which leads to the death of the plant. In spring and summer, Crassula grows actively, it needs more frequent watering - once every 7-10 days. In winter and autumn there is a period of calm. Watering becomes less frequent - once every 3-4 weeks. The plant likes good water: soft, settled, at room temperature.
Attention! In the case of Crassula, it is safer to forget about watering than to over-moisten the soil.
Another important point is that the money tree does not like frequent feeding. It is enough to do this 1-2 times a year in the spring and summer. 3 main elements must be present: nitrogen, phosphorus and potassium. You can purchase a specially prepared preparation for succulents at a flower shop. In winter and autumn, only half the dose (or less) is applied. “Overfeeding” a fat woman will not lead to anything good.
Pruning and crown formation
It is necessary to form the crown of the Crassula. Otherwise, the shoots will grow uncontrollably, and the Crassula will take on an unkempt appearance. In some cases, it is even possible for the plant to topple over. The crown is formed using 2 procedures: pinching and trimming.
Pinching is carried out when 3-4 pairs of leaves have grown on the branch. The new bud is carefully pinched with tweezers or fingernails. Then several ovaries will appear here, and the tree will branch.
Long branches with 6-7 pairs of leaves or more are trimmed. Pruning is done above the growing point and sprinkled with activated carbon. In this way the crown of the Crassula is formed.
Money tree blossom
The plant blooms very beautifully. To rejoice more often, you need to properly care for the money tree: ensure optimal temperature and light conditions, timely watering, and moderate feeding. Flowers are more likely to appear if the plant is replanted in time: in March or the first half of April.
Houseplant propagation
The main method of propagation is cuttings. Even an accidentally broken twig can become quite suitable planting material. However, breaking the stems is not recommended. The leaf or stem cuttings are carefully cut with a knife. Sprinkle with crushed activated carbon for disinfection and slightly dry the cut area on both the plant and the shoot. After a couple of days, the shoot is planted in the soil.
Another way is to use seeds. It is less effective and less common. However, you also need to know about it: money tree seeds are sown in a prepared substrate consisting of sand and leaf soil. Seedlings need to be sprayed and ventilated every day. To grow seedlings, they also use a flat and wide cup with holes in the bottom to allow excess moisture to escape.
Pests and diseases of Crassula
Crassula has a fairly strong immune system. However, she is also susceptible to some diseases. It can also be attacked by pests.
Most often, the fat woman is affected by some kind of fungal infection. In this case, spots of brown or a lighter shade appear on the leaves. The fungus can be cured using special fungicides. The drugs are sold in flower shops.
Another disease is root rot. It is caused by excessive watering. It is quite simple to determine: the leaves become loose and lose turgor. This ends with them turning yellow and falling off.
If you notice in a timely manner that the plant is unhealthy, it can still be cured. To do this, the money tree is removed from the pot. First, carefully shake off the lump of earth, then wash off the remains with water so that only the roots remain. They are examined carefully. If they find rotten ones, they cut them off. The cut site is treated with crushed activated carbon. Then the plant is planted in a new pot with new soil.
Disease prevention is to reduce the number of waterings and their volume. Excess water must be removed from the tray immediately.
Pests
Sometimes pests grow on the fat plant, for example, spider mites or scale insects. It is possible and necessary to fight them. It is permissible to use both insecticides and homemade means.
Spider mites are identified by thin webs between leaves and stems and small spots yellow color. To get rid of it, you can wipe the plant with a cotton swab dipped in 96% alcohol.
Scale insects cause the appearance of brown and yellowish tubercles. As a home remedy, a solution of laundry soap works well.
Mealybugs cause a coating resembling dirty cotton wool to appear in the leaf axils. Rubbing with garlic infusion or a solution of laundry soap will save you from it.
Insecticides can be used against any pests.
Not everyone knows the ornamental plant called Crassula or Crassula, but many have an idea of what a money tree looks like. It is also commonly called the tree of good luck, happiness, and wealth.
The plant's homeland is considered to be Madagascar, Africa, and South Arabia. It stores moisture in the leaves, so it tolerates hot and dry weather well.
Crassula is characterized by thick leaves where nutrients accumulate. The presence of future wealth in the house depends on their thickness.
Caring for a money tree at home
Growing succulents does not require much effort. In order for the plant to behave well, it will require a minimum of care effort, which even a lazy person can provide.Location and lighting
It is best to place flowerpots with flowers on the windowsill. It must be either southwest or southeast. On the south window you will need to shade the window during the solstice.
In the north, the money tree will also grow well, but the plant will stretch, its crown will lose fluffiness, and the stems will become weak.
Temperature and humidity
Crassula can withstand large temperature changes, characterized by tens of degrees. During the day, the flower grows well at temperatures from +6 to +22C. The plant loves light. Therefore, direct exposure to the sun's rays is extremely necessary for the flower. However, remember that keeping the plant in the sun for a long time is not recommended, due to the appearance of sunburn on the leaves and trunk.
Humidity is not particularly important for the money tree; it grows well at normal room temperature.
Watering and fertilizing
The nature of the money tree is to accumulate moisture in its leaves, so its lack is dangerous for the plant, especially in winter. Crassula is watered in autumn and winter when the soil is almost dry, and in spring and summer if the ground is slightly damp. In a cool room, the plant will tolerate no watering for three weeks.
Feeding the fat plant should be done approximately 1-2 times a month with a special store-bought solution for succulents or cacti.
Pruning and crown formation
When caring for a money tree at home, it is necessary to prune it. Usually branches are pruned to give the crown a beautiful appearance, in some cases for propagation. Trimming is carried out behind the last pair of leaves so that additional cuttings appear.
The cut site is usually washed with wood ash or ground activated carbon.
The tree is the correct form of Crassula. To get this crown shape, you need to plant one plant in a pot, and you should also pinch it out in time. This is done when four pairs of leaves grow on the branch. You need to pinch between 4 and 5 pairs with sharp scissors or fingernails. New shoots form at the cutting site after 2 weeks.
Rules for transplanting Crassula
Over time, the money tree grows and becomes cramped in the old pot. The diameter of the new pot should be equal to the diameter of the plant crown. In a pot that is too large, the flower will not be comfortable.How to properly transplant a fat plant:
- put in drainage;
- fill the pot with soil;
- make a hole approximately 3 cm deep;
- plant a seedling.
Important to remember! The optimal time for transplantation is spring, when the active growth of the money tree begins.
Requirements for soil and pot
If we talk about soil, it should be porous, slightly acidic, enriched with useful components.
To grow a money tree, caring for which will not take up much of your time and will be a pleasure, the following mixtures are suitable:
- substrate from the store for succulents and cacti;
- peat and sand in a ratio of 1:1 (used for rooting when propagating by cuttings);
- a mixture of leaf and turf soil in equal proportions.
For a seedling it should not be too big or small. The optimal height of the pot is 15 cm, and its diameter should not exceed 10 cm.
Methods for propagating a money tree
The money tree propagates at home in two ways.Cuttings
Reproduction occurs using leaves and stems, which are cut off with a sharp knife. The clothespins are left to dry for a couple of days, and then planted in a container with existing drainage and soil.
Propagation of the money tree by seed
Seeds are sown in a shallow container. Sand is added to the soil before sowing. The container is covered with film or glass. The soil is sprayed daily. When a sprout with 2-3 leaves appears, it is transplanted into a separate pot.
Money tree, beauty bloom
Crassula during the flowering period is a pleasant surprise and a huge rarity. Every gardener would like to see how their pet is covered with small flowers, but for this you need to adhere to a number of important points.
Flowering money tree photo
Although the plant is considered hardy and undemanding, it is easy and quick to grow, I would like to point out that the flowering period of the tree occurs extremely rarely. This requires iron patience from the owner. indoor flower.
Difficulties in growing Crassula
Like any other plants, Crassula can add trouble to the gardener. To prevent this from happening, you need to ensure proper care at home behind the money tree.The leaves are falling
Don't water the flower cold water. Only warm water 25 degrees. Let the soil dry out between waterings.
Money tree doesn't grow
If the fat plant has decreased in height, you may need to change the pot. It should be no larger in diameter than the crown of the tree.
When infected with a fungus, the leaves of the plant become covered with light and brown spots.
Due to excess moisture, the roots rot, the leaves wither, turn yellow, and fall off. To prevent the tree from dying, it is transplanted into fresh soil.
When a thin cobweb appears on the branches, and the leaves become covered with yellow spots.
If brown round tubercles appear on the leaves, this indicates a disease - scale insects.
When a plant is infected with felt grass, a grayish coating appears on the leaves.
Types of money tree photos and names
There are many species of this plant, unusual at first glance. The most popular of them are presented below.Crassula Minor
Crassulaminor is a synthetically created variety that is a variety of Crassula ovalis. The leaves of the plant are small, only 1.5 cm long and 1 cm wide with an elongated shape. The coloring is unusual: the middle of the leaf is rich green, and the edges are red. Depending on the lighting in the room, the plant changes color.
Oval Crassula
Crassulaovata is a money tree with branches covered with many fleshy leaves. The leaves are oval-shaped, light green in color. In the sun they acquire a red edging.
This is the most common type decorative tree. Its height can reach 3 meters. The leaves of the plant resemble coins. They are shiny, hard, round. They have a solid structure. Most often, the leaves are green with a hint of gray. They grow up to 8 cm in length and 6 cm in width.
Crassula bonsai
This is a small tree made from Crassula. The key to maintaining a small size depends on the annual pinching of young shoots. To break the symmetry of the crown and give the branches of the money tree the necessary direction, you need to remove excess branches.
During pruning, branches are reduced to 1 or 3 pairs of leaves, depending on their location in the crown. It is best to carry out this procedure in the spring, during the most active growth of green leaves.
To prevent the plant from changing its shape, it must be constantly unfolded on the windowsill.
By following all the rules for caring for a money tree at home, in just a couple of seasons you can become the owner of a Crassula bonsai.
Tree Crassula
This type of money tree has its own characteristic feature, which is a thick short trunk with green bark. The leaves of the plant are opposite, fleshy, simple. The leaf plate is curved and has a round shape. The length can reach from 2-5 cm. The surface of the leaves is covered with a white waxy coating, the edge of the leaf has a burgundy color.
One of the types of money tree, called “sunset”, which means sunset. Its colors play on the leaves in yellow and white tones, and the border of the leaves has a red color.
The crassulaportulacea tree is a portulaca crassula, found in various sources under the name silvery or oval crassula. It blooms with small pink or white flowers.
Signs for a money tree to bring good luck
Among the people, there are 3 signs of activating the fat plant for wealth and good luck.1 way. Hide 3 large coins of different denominations under the pot.
Method 2. Hang 3 coins on a tree on a red thread.
3 way. Bury a coin of your choice with a flower.
Today, the money tree of wealth is loved by many gardeners for its attractive and compact appearance. It grows slowly and does not require care. If you care for your money tree properly, it will continue to grow for many years, and in ten years it will be more likely to bloom with beautiful flowers!
The money tree is one of the most popular talismans that help attract wealth. Surely many people have such a living talisman: a houseplant with fleshy leaves that somewhat resemble coins. This is a Crassulla, or Crasulla, as it is also called.
However, contrary to popular belief, it is not at all necessary to buy real fatty. To increase your income, you can also make a money tree with your own hands. Today we’ll talk about how to correctly use both versions of the amulet so that there is money in the house, how to activate it and care for it.
The history of the money tree began more than one and a half thousand years ago. The plant itself comes from Africa, but very quickly became famous in the East. It was the merchants of the Middle East who called Crassula the money tree, because its leaves are so similar to coins.
In Europe, crassula began to be used to attract money only in the 17th century. This is due to the inclusion of the plant in gardening reference books. The further spread of Crassula among the broad masses was facilitated by its magical property attract wealth.
Money tree: signs and superstitions
There are a lot of signs associated with this money talisman. A person who knows about all these folk wisdom, at first glance will be able to understand what problems the talisman predicts and take timely measures to eliminate them.
Signs to pay attention to:
- The plant's leaves are falling off or its trunk has begun to sag. It is likely that unplanned expenses will be expected soon.
- Crassula fell from her usual place. Such an incident does not promise any misfortunes. A fall and a broken pot indicate that the family’s material well-being will become better. But this can lead to envious people, so be careful.
- Crassula is blooming. Definitely this good sign. The appearance of flowers indicates that the fat woman is happy in your home, which means she will soon thank you for your care.
Pay close attention to these signs. But don’t forget that you don’t have to wait until the plant blooms. Enhance positive energy, spread by Crassula, you can do it yourself.
What is needed for this:
- Every Wednesday, tell the tree about your financial achievements and expenses. This will help you avoid making purchases that you will later regret.
- Decorate the branches with large denomination bills. Banknotes need to be replaced from time to time - this will start the money cycle.
- Transplant the Crassula from a smaller pot to a larger one when it has outgrown the old pot. This action is believed to help expand the space needed for new money.
Is it possible to keep a Crassula at home?
For a money tree to bring wealth and prosperity, you need to plant it yourself.
Having first heard about such an unusual talisman, many are interested in whether it is possible to keep a money tree at home. Feng Shui experts say that it is not only possible, but necessary! A coin tree should be in every home whose inhabitants want to become rich.
Those who live in an apartment do not have to worry about not having enough free space. After all, for residential premises they use a decorative format of this plant - an oval or ovoid Crassula, popularly called Crassula because of its thick trunk.
Its height does not exceed one and a half meters. This means that with peace of mind you can place a pot with a tree in any room, without fear that it will turn into an impenetrable forest.
Experts say that this money amulet cannot be bought. To prevent it from losing its ability to attract money, you need to take a sprout from friends or relatives and grow the tree yourself.
Where should the money tree be?
Each talisman has its own characteristics and they must be taken into account when buying this or that amulet. Almost each of them is placed in a specially designated area - this is the only way they can attract positive vibrations, transmitting them to their owners.
But with the Feng Shui money tree, everything is a little more complicated. This is understandable, because this is a living talisman that requires much more care and attention than an ordinary figurine.
In order for the money tree to “bear fruit”, keep it in the right conditions.
The fat woman is not too capricious, but she requires care and suitable conditions:
- The ideal temperature for a talisman tree is 20-25°.
- Crassula not only does not like high temperatures and dryness, but also direct sunlight. Therefore, it can be placed on the windowsill only if it is not on the sunny side.
- The tree needs fresh air, humidity and the absence of dust, but at the same time it is afraid of drafts and sudden temperature changes, so it is not advisable to place it below table level. Ventilate the room regularly, and in the warm season, additionally spray the topiary with water from a spray bottle.
These simple tips will help you find a good place in the house for the money tree. Something where he will feel comfortable and cozy. But Feng Shui teachings have their own rules regarding where to place the talisman.
How to place a talisman according to Feng Shui
According to Feng Shui, the money tree must be placed in a special area. It is located in the southeast. According to the Bagua grid, it is in this sector that the wealth zone is located - the most suitable place for topiary. But the best option is when you can combine the rules of caring for a tree and the rules of Feng Shui.
To find the wealth zone according to Bagua, determine where the north direction is, and then place a piece of paper with a printed or drawn polygon so that the career sector is in the north. If the money zone ends up in a completely inappropriate place for it, change your approach - instead of a plan for the entire apartment, use a plan for a separate room.
The money tree is a talisman for the whole family, so it is better to place it in the family room, and not in the bedroom or nursery.
How to plant a money tree to attract money
The skills acquired by growing indoor plants will, of course, be useful for planting a money tree. But since this tree is also a talisman against poverty, its owner must also remember the talismanic rules.
How to plant a money tree according to Feng Shui:
- Pay attention to the pot. Ideally it should be red or green. Red will help activate the amulet and serve as a magnet for cash flow, and green in Feng Shui is considered the color of wealth, so it is ideal for the money tree.
- Transplant the Crassula into a new, more spacious pot when the old one becomes too small for it. There is a superstition in this regard that if a tree does not have enough space in the pot, it will not be able to bring new money into the house of its owners, which is why their income will gradually decrease.
- To quickly attract money, before filling the pot with soil, place a handful of coins of different denominations at the bottom.
When planting Crassula, choose a spacious pot of red or green colors.
According to Feng Shui, to activate talismans, you do not need to read any spells. It is enough to place them in a suitable Bagua sector and reinforce them with a certain color or energy. For example, they tie a red ribbon on it and sprinkle it with water.
But some experts believe that a reasonable combination of traditional Feng Shui orders and beliefs from other teachings or religions cannot lead to anything bad. Therefore, if you also think that a money spell will help you get rich faster, try a topiary spell.
To do this, use the following spell:
Talisman, talisman, bring me money, bring me so much that I can live without worries for a whole year.
You can also take this plot:
Grow, money tree, grow big and wide, bloom and bring money into our house in a stream.
Is it possible to give a money tree?
Crassula is allowed to be grown not only for oneself, but also for loved ones - relatives or friends. Crassula will be an excellent gift for weddings and birthdays, bringing a lot of joy to its owners.
But for this, one condition must be met - the talisman is given not purchased, but grown with your own hands. That is, you will have to borrow a sprout from someone and grow a full-fledged tree from it. You don't have to wait many years. Without a doubt, give a young tree as well. In this case, the amulet will serve as a source of small but stable income.
If you are planning a wedding gift, also pay attention to or. Both talismans are wonderful gifts for newlyweds.
If a money tree is given to you as a gift, it is best not to accept it if the plant looks sick. Such a gift signals that the person is jealous of your financial situation and wants you to go broke.
Is it possible to throw away the fat plant?
Everyone who has purchased a Crassula sooner or later is faced with the question of whether it is possible to throw away the money tree. Particularly impressionable individuals are so afraid of signs and superstitions that they refuse to throw away amulets when they become unusable, citing the fact that happiness will leave the house.
But a broken talisman will also not bring the expected benefits. The best thing to do in such a situation is to get rid of the amulet to prevent negative energy from spreading throughout the house.
But how do you know whether it’s worth saying goodbye to the fat woman or whether there’s still an opportunity to revive it? Experts do not give specific instructions on this matter, so you can only act at your own discretion. When a tree is sick, try to cure it. Find more detailed guides on caring for this plant or talk to fellow gardeners.
If you can see from the Crassula that it won’t last long, then you have several options:
- completely get rid of the plant;
- leave a sprout for yourself to grow a new tree;
- give it to another person (but it is better not to do this for the reasons given in the previous paragraph).
Never throw the money tree in the trash or landfill. Mascots are not treated that way. If you don’t want to re-gift the plant or keep the sprout for yourself, just bury the fat plant in the ground away from the house.
How to make a wealth tree talisman yourself
You don’t have to grow a Chinese money tree yourself. It is clear that such a process will take a lot of effort and time, and not everyone has these resources. But, fortunately, there is an alternative option - making an amulet with your own hands.
A money tree talisman for wealth can be made from various materials, for example, from beads.
An artificial ornamental tree has a significant advantage over a living plant - it will never wither. And if it suddenly breaks, it won’t be such a shame to throw it away.
What are the types of money talismans:
- beaded wood;
- Crassula made of wire and coins or paper notes;
- coin picture.
We invite you to take advantage of our master classes to make yourself such a talisman!
DIY money tree made from coins
Making a money tree is not as difficult as it might seem.
To make an amulet from coins, you will need:
- foam;
- scotch;
- coins of different sizes;
- glue for durable materials;
- branch or small metal stick;
- gold ribbon;
- golden beads;
- yellow rhinestones;
- small flower pot;
- decorative gold leaves;
- alabaster;
- sand;
- water;
- golden acrylic paint in aerosol form.
There are a lot of materials on the list, but despite this, coin topiary is made very quickly. Literally in an hour.
A topiary made of coins will serve an original gift.
And now the master class itself:
- Roll a ball of foam rubber 8-10 cm in diameter, completely covering its surface with tape. This will help secure the ball shape.
- Using glue, attach the coins to the surface of the ball. Start from the top, working your way down in a circle. Round form coins will not allow you to put them together into a whole picture without leaving gaps. Therefore, place the coins so that the edge of one overlaps the side of the other.
- Do not put the last coin on the bottom of the ball, leave a small space. At this point you need to pierce the ball and insert a stick or wire there.
- Coat the end of the stick with glue, and then insert it into the hole of the ball.
- Wrap the future trunk of the money tree with a gold ribbon, after lubricating the stick with glue. After this, you can use coins to cover the remaining space through which the color of the ball can be seen.
- Glue decorative leaves to the trunk, decorating them with beads and rhinestones.
- Now we prepare the pot. We cover it with paint and decorate it with leaves.
- Having mixed alabaster and sand with water, pour all this stuff into the pot and insert the stem. When the soil hardens, cover it with paint.
- Let's make a “collar” of ribbons. Cut even pieces of tape and fold them into droplets. Using a sharp corner, apply them to the coins near the barrel, securing them with glue. Make a collar in a circle.
- 10) The last stage is to cover all this beauty with varnish so that you can wipe the talisman from dust.
DIY money tree from banknotes
When making a money tree, use real banknotes, not souvenir ones.
When making a money tree, you can use other techniques. It is more complicated, but gives a more authentic result. In this version, the tree crown is made not from a ball, but from real branches. They are varnished, and real banknotes are hung around the edges, like fruits.
It is undesirable to use small bills, because then the talisman will attract only small amounts. It’s also not worth replacing real money with souvenir money, otherwise you won’t be able to activate money energy and start the money cycle.
We invite you to familiarize yourself with interesting options for making a money tree from banknotes.
Money Tree
The process of creating a Christmas tree from real paper money It’s quite simple and even small craftsmen can do it. The money tree will serve as an original gift for family and friends.
To make a Christmas tree you will need a foam cone, a small bucket for indoor plants and, of course, the treasured banknotes.
- We fold the paper bill like an accordion.
- We secure the center of the accordion with a hair bobby pin. You will get a kind of butterfly.
- Let's spread the wings of our money butterfly.
- All that remains is to fix the paper moth on the tree trunk by sticking the invisible one into the green cone.
- We create a lush Christmas tree from banknotes. We decorate the top of the green beauty with a star.
Tree made from banknotes
The algorithm for creating such a money tree is also very simple and absolutely anyone can handle it.
To make a paper money tree you will need:
- small flowerpot;
- wooden stick for the trunk;
- foam ball;
- children's polymer clay.
- We string the ball onto a wooden stick;
- Fill the bucket halfway with polymer clay;
- We form a bow from a banknote;
- Using a hairpin, attach the bow to the foam ball;
- We proceed in the same way with the remaining bills, forming a tree with lush “foliage”.
We decorate the trunk with a decorative ribbon.
Money tree panel
If you have absolutely nowhere to put a decorative topiary, try making a picture out of coins. Making such a talisman will take much less time, and there will always be a place for it. And in order not to drill a hole in the wall, just place a miniature panel on a table or bookshelf.
Materials for painting:
- picture frame (A4);
- embossed paper for background;
- glue for durable materials;
- gold-colored pearlescent acrylic paint (aerosol);
- pearlescent acrylic paint in cherry shade;
- scissors;
- brush;
- fixing varnish (transparent);
- coins of different sizes
- oilcloth;
- twine.
The color of the paper can be any, but it is better if it is in harmony with the golden tone with which you will cover the coins. If the shade you need is not available, take the one you have and cover it with a suitable color using acrylic paint.
Check if you have taken all the materials and tune in to a positive mood. When making an amulet, it is important to think about good things so that it charges your mood.
Step-by-step instruction:
- The first step is to paint the materials. Spread the oilcloth, placing coins, pebbles and a bunch of threads of the required length and thickness on it. The threads will have to be coated with paint on all sides, but it is enough to paint the coins on one side.
- While the details of the future panel are drying, you can work on the background. Remove the base from the frame and glue the paper prepared for the background to it. Smooth out all the folds, and then place a heavy book on top so that the paper sticks evenly.
- If you are not going to paint the background, feel free to skip this step. If you couldn’t find paper of the right color, take paint of a suitable color and paint the background. A silver or cherry tone would look good with the golden hue of the money tree.
- When all the materials are dry, you can glue them to the background. Arrange the threads so that the crown looks evenly - like that of. Glue coins to the ends of the branches.
- Now again we wait until everything dries, and then we cover the picture with colorless varnish. You should not skip the fixing stage, because without an additional protective coating, the painting may deteriorate when wiping the dust with a damp cloth.
- We frame the completely finished panel and place it in the wealth zone.
Before placing the money amulet in the southeast zone, activate it. Talk to the talisman, asking for a good income or read the corresponding plot.
Crassula is very common houseplant among flower growers. This popularity is justified by its ease of care and extreme attractive appearance . With proper care, a spreading house tree can complement any interior. The scientific name of the plant is Crassula, it comes from the Latin word “crassus”, translated as “thick”.
The popularity of this indoor flower can also be explained by another name; it is popularly called money tree. Many people believe that it can bring money into the house.
Description of the plant
This indoor plant is a member of the Crassulaceae family. To date, more than three hundred species of Crassula are known. There are both large varieties - up to fifty meters in height, and small ones, whose trunk has a length of three centimeters. Low trees are bred as ornamental plants, because their unusual appearance they are able to enliven the interior of any room. Large fatworts are quite problematic to keep at home, since it is unknown how large they can grow.
Among the representatives of the Crassulaceae family there are a wide variety of plants: creeping herbaceous flowers, tree-like shrubs and succulents, and aquatic plants. Main feature What all these varieties have in common are the thick, fleshy and succulent leaves.
Crassula leaves grow crosswise on stems and can have different shapes:
- Oval.
- Diamond-shaped.
- Cylindrical.
- Lanceolate.
Florists have given this plant many names: tree of happiness, money tree, breadfruit. According to Chinese philosophical teaching about space - Feng Shui, the fat woman is able to bring peace, prosperity and wealth to the house. It is believed that a favorable atmosphere will always reign in the place where Crassula grows.
South and South-West Africa are considered to be the birthplace of the Crassula. In nature, this plant grows on mountain slopes, mainly on gravel.
Many novice flower growers wonder: how to properly care for the fat plant? The most important thing to learn is that you should not let the money tree flood. If there is too much water, the plant will begin to shed its leaves and the roots will rot. To prevent this from happening to your tree flower, make small holes in the bottom of the pot and place it in a tray.
Excess moisture will no longer accumulate in the soil, as it will flow into the pan.
When replanting into a new pot, do not forget to place a drainage layer in it. It is strictly not recommended to water the fat plant with tap water. But if you have no other sources, then you will need to collect tap water in a separate container and let it sit for several days.
Since the leaves of the fat plant are quite large, dust constantly settles on them, so from time to time you should wipe them with a damp cloth and spray them with water from a spray bottle. In the warm season, give Crassula a warm shower right in the bathtub, she will like it. In winter, this procedure should be carried out no more than once a month. Make sure that the water is warm, not hot. Moisture should not get into the soil, the shower is intended only for the leaves of the plant, so to make your task easier, before washing, cover the soil with a regular plastic bag or cling film. Do not take the wet fat woman to its place immediately after water procedures; leave it in the bath for a while so that the water can drain.
To avoid problems with watering the plant, do not place the flower pot in direct sunlight. Otherwise, the top layer of soil will dry out very quickly, while the soil below will remain moist. Before you start watering, check how moist the earthen ball is at a depth of three to four centimeters. If the soil is dry, then you can safely water the tree-like crassula. If it is wet, then you should wait a while with watering.
Money tree is decorative flower, which does not require much effort in caring for it at home. But don’t forget the main rule - don’t overdo it with watering! Too wet soil can lead to rotting of the root system and leaves.
If you still did not comply correct mode watering and excessive humidity have led to fungus attacking the roots - don’t despair. The plant can still be saved. To do this you will need:
- Remove the crassula from the pot along with the earthen lump.
- Dry the plant and soil thoroughly.
- Treat the root system with a special antifungal agent.
Required temperature conditions
In summer, Crassula feels great at twenty to twenty-five degrees Celsius.
In winter, the plant goes into a dormant state and will need a decrease in temperature.
The optimal winter temperature is ten to fifteen degrees. If you are unable to provide the plant with the necessary temperature conditions, keep it away from heating devices.
Failure to comply with the temperature regime can lead to such negative consequences, like the trunk stretching and the leaves falling off. Also, the fat plant can periodically shed its leaves if there are constant drafts in the room where it is kept.
Lighting
The Crassula flower needs good lighting, but it should not be placed in direct sunlight. A window sill facing southeast can serve as an excellent place for this plant. With this arrangement, the money tree will have enough sun, and it will not overheat.
In the summer, Crassula can be taken out to the balcony and the pot with the plant placed on the floor. There will be enough air in such a place, and exposure to direct sunlight will not cause harm. In winter, the Crassula will feel good on a south-facing window.
This decorative flower does not require constant moisture, so it does not need to be sprayed with a spray bottle every day. But dust brings discomfort to the plant, so when it appears, you should wipe the leaves with a damp soft cloth.
The fat plant needs regular ventilation, but drafts will not benefit the plant, but will only harm it.
So that your indoor tree brings you only joy And didn't cause any problems, pay attention to Tips for caring for Crassula for beginner flower growers.
- If you kept the money tree in the shade in winter, then in the spring it will need to be gradually accustomed to sunlight. Otherwise, out of habit, the fat woman may begin to feel unwell in the sun. First, place the Crassula in the shade, slowly moving it to dimly lit places.
- In the summer, the fat woman will be very comfortable in the fresh air - in the garden or on the balcony.
- Since the money tree is a representative of succulent plants, from September to February it goes into a state of reduced activity and requires rest.
- It is best to replant Crassula in the spring.
- Fertilizers are applied only during the period of active plant growth.
- Spoiled and wilted leaves should be removed yourself, rather than waiting until they fall off on their own.
- If the stem of the fat plant is very elongated, this indicates a lack of lighting.
For a money tree, soil that is intended for growing cacti is excellent. It contains the following ingredients:
- Clay-turf soil.
- Leaf soil.
- Sand with a slightly acidic or neutral reaction.
- Humus.
- Ash.
- Brick chips.
The fat plant is replanted as needed if its root system becomes cramped in the old pot. It is enough to carry out this procedure once a year. But this is individual and depends on the growth rate of the plant.
Sometimes you may encounter the following problem: the root system cannot cope with holding a large tree in a pot. Therefore, it is necessary to take a responsible approach to the issue of choosing a new flowerpot. It should be heavy, roomy and, most importantly, match the size of the fat woman. Since Crassula cannot boast of long roots, you should not use pots that are too deep for planting.
Crown formation at home
Crown formation- one of the most important parts in caring for a fat woman. It is thanks to this procedure that the indoor tree can be given a neat round shape. Otherwise, the top of the fat plant will grow in different directions, and the branches will be arranged in a chaotic manner.
Crassula is a large and strong tree-like plant, so each flower should have its own separate pot. If you plant several representatives of this species in one container, they will not have enough space and instead of a beautiful composition you will get a couple of sloppy, shapeless bushes.
Before you start forming the crown, you should wait until a new bud and four fresh leaves appear. You will need to pinch off the bud by carefully unscrewing it using tweezers or your hands. Keep in mind that no more than three or four pairs of leaves should grow on one branch of the Crassula. When the Crassula grows, its top should also be plucked off.
So that the tree grows evenly, periodically turn it in different directions towards the light source. If you have missed the moment and four new leaves have already grown and fresh leaves have begun to appear, pruning will come to your aid. Just cut the branch above the fourth pair of leaves and immediately sprinkle the cut area with ground activated charcoal or charcoal.
The method presented above will help you form a crown and grow your own neat and small home tree.
Bloom
Not all indoor plant lovers know that Crassula is capable of blooming. The fact is that it is very difficult to achieve this at home, so few people have been able to see this phenomenon. That is why there is an opinion among people that the money tree is not capable of blooming, but this is not so.
The main reason that prevents Crassula from blooming in apartment conditions is the lack of light. This is a feature associated with climatic conditions natural environment of a flower.
Crassula is native to the tropics, and there it blooms much more often than as a houseplant. Crassula flowering appears during the period of active growth of the tree.
Diseases and pests
Crassula is an unpretentious plant that is resistant to many diseases. But there are quite a few pests whose gaze is fixed on Crassula:
- Spider mite- it weaves thin webs in the gaps between the stem and leaves. You can lime using garlic, soap or tobacco infusion by treating the leaves of the plant.
- Shchitovka- forms yellowish or brown spots on the leaves of Crassula. You can cure the plant with a soap solution or drugs such as Fufanon and Fitoverm.
- Mealybug - a sign of its appearance is a white coating on the axils of the leaves. To get rid of it, use insecticides. If the plant is recently affected, a solution of laundry soap can help.
The fat woman can also catch a fungal or bacterial infection. To get rid of such a scourge, complex drugs are suitable.
The plant is losing leaves
Some gardeners may find that the plant's leaves wither and fall off. With proper care this should not happen. The following factors can cause this reaction:
- The plant is exposed to direct sunlight.
- Crassula is located near heating devices.
- The soil is too wet.
- The plant lacks moisture.
- Watering with cold tap water leads to loss of leaves.
Useful and medicinal properties of Crassula
Crassula has long been famous for its beneficial properties, it is often used in recipes traditional medicine. Crassula juice can help cure facial herpes, arthritis, sore throat and tonsillitis.
In addition to all this, money tree is used for stomach ulcers.
