Money Tree (Pachira aquatica )
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The plant gets its name due to the fact that it has five leaves on each branch, symbolizing the 5 fundamental Feng Shui elements: Metal, Wood, Water, Fire, Earth. Often they are grown as a clump of 5 intertwined trees. [2]
"Wisconsin's Tropical Gardens."
"Ursi's Eso Garden."
"Wisconsin's Tropical Gardens."
"Ursi's Eso Garden."
Since this kind of plant symbolizes good wealth, nowadays, people believe it not only brings green color into your room, but also brings luck and fortune to any household, business or person you care about. [2]
"Manuel of Style"
"Manuel of Style"
The fruit, a nut is of a brownish colour and can measure up to 12 inches (300 mm) in length and 2.5 inches (64 mm) in diameter. The nut is edible and often eaten raw or roasted, with a flavor similar to a European chestnut; it may also be ground and made as a hot drink. [1]
Lucas Costa © 2014
Lucas Costa © 2014