Baby Mexican Fortune Tree or Pachira Aquatica

Mexican Fortune Tree, also known as Pachira aquatica, is a popular houseplant that is native to Central and South America. It is a member of the Malvaceae family and is widely cultivated for its ornamental value, as well as its reputation for bringing good luck and prosperity.

The Mexican Fortune Tree characterized by its thick, braided trunk and its shiny, dark green leaves that can grow up to 8 inches in length. In the wild, it can be found growing along riverbanks and in swampy areas, where it can reach heights of up to 60 feet. The plant produces attractive pink and white flowers that eventually give way to large, woody fruits that contain edible seeds.

As a houseplant, the Mexican Fortune Tree is relatively easy to care for and can thrive in a variety of light conditions. It prefers bright, indirect light and should be watered when the soil is dry to the touch. The plant is also known for its air-purifying properties, making it a popular choice for improving indoor air quality.

The Mexican Fortune Tree is often sold as a small, potted plant that can be trained into a bonsai or braided form. Its unique appearance and reputation for bringing good fortune make it a popular choice for gift-giving and as a decorative accent in the home or office.

Overall, the Mexican Fortune Tree is a versatile and attractive plant that can add a touch of greenery and good luck to any indoor space. With proper care and maintenance, it can be a long-lasting and valuable addition to any plant collection.

If you decide to give this interesting houseplant as a gift, we can include a free, handwritten card - just specify your message at the basket stage of delivery and we’ll do the rest!  We won’t give the game away with paperwork or prices either so it’ll be a wonderful surprise!

The Mexican Fortune Tree is an easy-going, versatile houseplant that needs minimal attention. It will reward you with something wonderful to look at, so it’s not a difficult plant if you don’t know much about caring for houseplants.  Looking to buy online houseplants? Look no further than Happy Houseplants! We sell the best houseplants for indoor plant delivery.

Size:

W14cm x H50cm

Pachira Aquatica care

Monstera is easy to care for, and suitable for beginners.

How should I water this Pachira Aquatica?

Water when the top few inches of soil feel dry to the touch, soak through and leave until dry again. Be careful to ensure the plant isn’t left sitting in water as it won’t like that!

Should I feed this houseplant?

You can water the Mexican Fortune Tree once a month during spring and summer; try our vegan, organic plant food. 

Our organic indoor plant food is made from Seaweed, harvested sustainably. Seaweed provides a delicate blend of growth hormones and micronutrients that is perfect for all indoor plants. Houseplants grow throughout spring, summer and autumn, so they will benefit from organic fertiliser during this time to encourage flowering and keep them healthy and well. 

Suppose you have been searching for alternatives to blood, bone and other so-called “organic” fertilisers. In that case, our original organic Vegan Plant food is for you and is sold exclusively through our website.

Indoor Plants need a balance of nutrients to survive and grow; deficiencies stop plants from growing big and strong. Nutrients absorbed through the soil help the plant Photosynthesis, the process by which plants use water, light and carbon to create oxygen and energy.

Is this plant toxic to pets?

The Mexican Fortune is pet friendly

If you’d like to see a video we have made about general houseplant care, have a look here.