Is it necessary and how to replant a money tree? step-by-step instructions and rules for further care


Money tree and feng shui

Is it worth buying a money tree?

Everyone wants the money tree to become a magical talisman in their home, attracting financial well-being and money. Then grow it yourself, starting with rooting a cutting or buying a very young plant in a store. An adult fatty milk bought in a store will not give the desired effect.

Where to put a money tree at home

The location of the money tree in the house is also an important aspect. According to Feng Shui, the southeast direction is considered the wealth zone. Attracting financial luck to your home is enhanced by the activation of the money tree. It is carried out like this: when planting a plant, a coin is buried in the pot; it can be either Chinese or our money. You can activate it in another way - tie three Chinese coins with a red ribbon and hang them on the plant. You can use both activation methods at once.

From the first day the fat woman is in the house, you need to generously shower her with compliments and speak kind words. The money tree will reciprocate if you see it growing and developing, which means you will always have money.

What pot should you plant a money tree in to make it bring money?

In order for the plant to contribute to the emergence of finances, it is important to choose the right pot. When choosing, pay attention to:

  • Material. The pot should be made of natural materials - ceramics or clay.
  • The container is chosen in black, green or red. They attract luck, success and prosperity.
  • The pot may contain Feng Shui symbols or images of Chinese coins.

Additional Information! You should not choose a large pot; a medium-sized container is enough.

Features of the structure of the root system

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In Crassula's natural habitat, heavy rainfall rarely occurs. The plant receives the main amount of moisture from dew and short rains. The main task is to have time to absorb the maximum volume of liquid in a short period of time, since water dries out quickly due to dry air and elevated ambient temperatures. For this reason, the money tree develops a massive above-ground mass that retains the moisture obtained with such difficulty as much as possible.

The root system is superficial and branched. There is no point in forming a long tap root for the fat plant, since in the absence of precipitation and growing on rocky soils, it still won’t reach groundwater. Many thin roots quickly absorb occasional raindrops.

Crassula diseases

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The fat woman rarely gets sick. This usually occurs due to improper watering or excessive lighting.

Table: why Crassula gets sick

DiseaseCausePreventionTreatment
Mold in the bowlHigh humidity, excessive watering.Humidity control, adjusted irrigation regime.Change of soil. Remove the plant from the bowl, clean the roots from the soil, rinse, and place in a new substrate.
Powdery mildew
  1. High humidity.
  2. Excess nitrogen fertilizers.
  1. Feeding mainly with potassium-phosphorus fertilizers.
  2. Humidity control.
  1. It is urgent to destroy the affected leaves and change the top layer of soil in the flower pot.
  2. Spraying with fungicidal preparations Topaz, Fundazol, Previkur (according to instructions).
  3. Half a head of chopped garlic is poured into 1 liter of water and left overnight, then filtered. The plant is sprayed with the tincture.
  4. 2.5 g of potassium permanganate per 10 liters of water. Spray 4 times with an interval of 3 days.
Sooty fungus (niello)
  1. Poor ventilation in the room.
  2. High humidity.
  3. Presence of pests.
  1. Regular ventilation of the room.
  2. Humidity control.
  3. Inspection of plants for the presence of pests (scale insects, mealybugs).
  1. Heavily damaged parts of the plant should be destroyed, the rest should be washed with a sponge and soapy water (20 ml of liquid soap per 3 liters of water).
  2. Treat with Aktara (according to instructions).
  3. Dry the fat plant thoroughly so that water does not accumulate in the axils of the leaves.
Gray rot
  1. High humidity in the room, stagnation of water in the bowl.
  2. Excess fertilizer.
  3. Pests: scale insects, mealybugs, spider mites.
  1. Humidity control.
  2. Well-established watering and fertilizing regime.
  3. Inspect the plant for pests.
  1. Destroy damaged parts of the plant.
  2. Treat the fat plant with Teldor.
  3. Transplant the plant into a clean bowl with new substrate.
Anthracnose
  1. High humidity.
  2. Excess moisture.
  1. Humidity control.
  2. Moderate watering.
Treatment with Previkur, Skor, Fundazol (according to instructions).
Root and stem rot
  1. Stagnation of water in the bowl.
  2. Abundant watering.
  3. Heavy ground.
  1. Remove the plant from the bowl, shake off the soil, and wash the roots.
  2. Using a sharp knife, cut off the rotten roots and powder with crushed activated carbon.
  3. Leave the fat plant for 2 hours without soil so that the roots dry out.
  4. Plant Crassula in a clean bowl with a new substrate, not forgetting about drainage.

If the stem rots, the fat plant cannot be saved.

Photo gallery: common money tree diseases

Table: how to save the fat plant from pests

PestDescriptionStruggle
ShchitovkaReaches a length of 5 mm, the body is covered with a waxy coating - a scute, and feeds on plant sap. The female lives for several months and lays eggs.
  1. Prepare a soap solution (20 ml of liquid soap per 3 liters of water).
  2. Soak a sponge in a soapy solution and carefully remove all pests from the plant.
  3. Treat the fat plant with the insecticidal preparation Aktara (according to the instructions).
Spider miteA very small insect (no more than 1 mm) is brown in color, loves dry air and high temperatures, attacks succulent leaves, feeds on their juice, weaves a web that prevents the plant from functioning normally. The fat woman gets sick and may die.
  1. Destroy all yellow leaves.
  2. Give the plant a warm shower.
  3. Dry the fat plant and treat both the plant and the window sills with the insecticidal agent Actellik (according to the instructions).
MealybugAn insect up to 7 mm long with an oval body covered with a white coating like flour. It feeds on plant sap. The waste product is white mucus, which clogs the stomata on the leaves and interferes with the respiration process.
  1. Treat the fat plant and window sills with a solution of Actellik, Aktara or Phosfamide (according to the instructions).
  2. Replant in a clean bowl with fresh soil.

Photo gallery: dangerous pests of Crassula

Crassula is an unpretentious plant, but still requires due attention, care and proper care. By remembering a few simple nuances, you can avoid many mistakes in growing Crassula and admire a healthy plant with a lush crown for many years.

Step-by-step instructions: how to correctly move to another pot

Large mature plant

If the soil is normal and Crassula only needs a larger pot, it is recommended to transship it. It is less painful for the plant than a complete transplant.

Prepare new soil, drainage and pot

The flowerpot must be clean. Pour a layer of drainage two centimeters high into the pot. Cover the drainage mat with fresh soil. Carefully loosen the soil around the fat plant. Make a hole three centimeters deep around the trunk. Carefully remove the barrel

Do not remove soil at the base. Inspect the roots. Trim damaged and rotten areas. Treat the cut areas with wood ash. You will find all the details of cutting Crassula here. Let the Crassula dry. Place the plant along with the earthen ball in the center of the new pot. Top up the soil with fresh substrate up to the beginning of the trunk. Water. If the soil settles, add a little to the previous level.

If the fat plant is sick and the soil needs to be changed, the procedure becomes more complicated:

  1. Substrate is poured onto the drainage layer. It should occupy one fourth of the new flowerpot.
  2. After removing the plant from the old pot, shake off the soil from the roots.
  3. Rotten areas are removed, the root system is washed and left to dry for a while.
  4. Next, the fat plant is planted in fresh soil.

We invite you to watch a video about transplanting a money tree:

Crassula shoot

  1. In spring, choose a shoot with two to three leaves (can it be grown from one leaf?). Cut it with a sharp knife from the mother plant.
  2. Dry for two days.
  3. Add Kornevin to a glass of water. Place the cutting in a glass until roots appear.
  4. Place 1–2 centimeters of drainage at the bottom of a clean pot.
  5. Fill the pot one-quarter full with soil mixture.
  6. Place the shoot in the middle of the pot.
  7. Add soil.
  8. Water.

It is allowed to plant the shoot without roots directly into the ground:

  1. Cover the pot with the shoot with a glass container to create a greenhouse effect.
  2. Pour through the tray.

We invite you to watch a video on how to plant a money tree shoot:

How often to water a money tree

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How successful the plant's cultivation will be depends on the plant's watering regime. The flower has a fairly acute reaction to the presence of moisture in the soil. Therefore, before purchasing and growing a plant, it is recommended to adhere to the following watering recommendations:

  • In winter, it is recommended to water the fat plant once a month. In general, it’s better not to water at all.
  • In summer, the plant does not require frequent watering. It is enough to water it once a week as the soil dries out.

It is also worth considering that water should not remain in the pot under any circumstances.

Too much moisture can cause the roots to rot. You can spray a flowerpot only if you need to remove dust from its leaves. If the soil does not dry out for a long time, pay attention to the container or substrate. If they are not selected correctly, then this will cause the soil not to dry out and the roots to rot.

Conditions for growth and reproduction in an apartment

Before you start a money tree, you should find out what conditions it prefers and how to care for it at home. The type of soil, length of daylight and frequency of watering are taken into account - these are the basic requirements. In winter, air humidity should be maintained so that the plant does not shed its leaves and expose the trunk.

Lighting

Lighting should be full, but diffused. On the northern windowsill, the Crassula will stretch out and will not have a decorative appearance. The south-eastern or western window sill is the best place in the apartment for crop growth. In summer, the plant is usually shaded so that direct sunlight does not cause burns on the leaves.

Watering

Watering is calculated in such a way that the soil is always moist, but there is no stagnation of water, as this can lead to rotting of the root system. To allow air to circulate in the soil, the pot is placed in a tray filled with gravel.

The water entering there does not come into contact with the roots, but gradually evaporates. In winter, do not water the soil under the crassula, or do it once a month if there are heating radiators nearby. Crassula does not absorb liquid, so water is needed only as a means of preserving the roots.

The soil

The composition of the soil is similar to the soil for cactus species, but it contains more sand for looseness. You can make a soil mixture for a money tree according to the following recipe:

2 parts of high peat;

3 – washed and calcined sand;

leaf substrate – 2.

At the bottom there must be a drainage layer of pieces of brick or stones.

Air humidity and temperature

The money tree feels best in the summer, when in a room without air conditioning the temperature rises to 25 - 30 degrees. Accustomed to a dry, hot climate, Crassula begins to actively develop shoots and grow leaves.

In summer, the plant is taken outside, but placed under the shade of trees so as not to burn the leaves. Watering is the same as in an apartment, but it is recommended to mulch the soil under the money tree.

In winter, a cool room with a temperature of at least 9 degrees, for example, a glazed balcony, is suitable. If there is no such place, it is enough to move the pot away from heating appliances.

Transplanting a money tree at home

This article has already mentioned that the fat plant loves good light; this, in fact, is the main factor for ensuring normal plant growth. It propagates either by shoots or cuttings. Moreover, they take root immediately into the soil after drying out for a couple of days.

Of course, there is a more reliable way. It takes much longer, but after it the plants are guaranteed to be accepted. You need to put the shoot in water until roots appear on it and only after that plant it in the ground.

How to propagate a money tree

Before propagating a plant, you need to take into account special recommendations for choosing a pot. Before transplanting a money tree, it is necessary to select it correctly. When choosing, it is worth considering that the tree itself is quite heavy. It may fall and become damaged. Therefore, it is better to give preference to a heavy and deep pot.

By the way, a plant is transplanted no more than once every 2-3 years. It all depends on the growth rate of the plant. Also, before transplanting into another pot, you must prepare the soil and drainage. You can see more information about the reproduction of the fat woman in the video clip at the end of the article.

What should Crassula grow in and why is it important to choose the right pot?

It is chosen not only for aesthetic reasons.
The main function of the container is so that the money tree can develop in comfortable conditions. The health and appearance of Crassula depends on the choice. Options for selection:

  • from natural materials;
  • shallow;
  • wide.

The pot must meet all the requirements of the plant as it develops - in depth and width. The fat woman is having a hard time with the transplant. To prevent stress, it is better to immediately choose a “house” for many years.

Important! The width of the container should be greater than the circumference of the crown. The plant does not develop well in small containers. Spacious also slow down growth.

Crassula has a shallow and weak root system, and a large crown. To prevent the tree from tipping over, the pot must be stable. The size of the plant depends on the depth of the container. The root system must fit completely within it. Pots in the form of a bowl or a low jug are better suited.

In deep flowerpots the plant grows upward, in shallow ones it branches out to the sides. By choosing the right size, you can grow both a giant 1.5 m high and a small bonsai.

Pot for Crassula

In the Indoor Plants section, answer the question Money Tree. Features of care, what soil to plant in? The best answer given by the author Eugene is that Crassula is used to growing in bright places, but without direct sunlight. Eastern or Western will suit her perfectly. It can also be placed in the south, but the plant will only need to be shaded - shielded from direct sunlight with tulle or simply placed not on the windowsill, but slightly away from the window. To plant Crassula, you should choose shallow pots. This is because it has a superficial root system and the fat plant simply does not know how to grow its roots deep - they are all on top. Therefore, choose shallow but wide bowls for it. In such dishes the money tree will feel right at home. The soil for planting Crassula should be loose. Peat will not work. It is better to take ordinary turf and leaf soil, mix with humus and coarse sand in proportions 1: 1: 0.5: 1. Turf soil can be obtained from a meadow or forest edge. Turf land is usually covered with a plant cover - turf. To extract the earth, a piece of grass is carefully cut out, folded back, and a certain amount of earth is taken from under it. Leaf soil is mined in the forest, where every year after the leaves fall, the ground is covered with tree leaves. You should definitely put medium-sized expanded clay or pebbles at the bottom of the pot - they will provide drainage and excess moisture will not linger in the pot. Well, there should be a hole at the bottom of the pot so that the water can drain out. Otherwise, stagnation of moisture can lead to rotting of the roots and death of the plant. You can feed the fat plant as usual: once or twice a month with complex mineral fertilizer or bio-fertilizer. “Ideal”, “Rainbow”, “Epin” are good for this. All of them are liquid, diluted in water and applied with irrigation. Watering the Crassula is moderate. It is better if you water the plant with clean, settled water, rather than from the tap. Plants generally respond to clean, warm water.

You can set the watering mode yourself: it is important that the earthen ball does not dry out, i.e.

A simple finger test will help you determine the moisture content of the soil in the pot. To reduce the evaporation of water from the surface of the earth, you can mulch the ground with sand. Maintenance in winter. Trimming. Reproduction In winter, the Crassula is kept in a cool, shaded place. Recommended temperature +15°C. In this case, it is necessary to avoid the presence of drafts, proximity to heating radiators and too much darkness. In winter there is little light anyway. So, if you see that the stems of the fat plant have begun to stretch out and the leaves have become pale, urgently add light. Either change the place, or light it up with at least a table lamp. Crassula tolerates pruning well. You can create a beautiful crown shape with sanitary pruning. Cut branches or leaves can be placed in cups of water and shoots can be obtained. This is exactly how the fat plant reproduces - by cuttings and leaves.

Choosing the right pot

You should choose a deep container for the plant. It should also be wide enough, since the flower develops quickly. You can, of course, use a small container and, as the money tree matures, replant it once a year into a larger one. But there is one “but”: the flower does not like frequent replanting. In addition, this is a very labor-intensive task that requires the dexterity necessary to replant a large plant. Therefore, based on the above, we must conclude that it is still better to plant the Crassula initially in a large pot.

Information about the fat woman herself

Money tree or a more familiar name for biologists - Crassula (Crássula) - is one of the main representatives of the genus of succulent plants belonging to the Crassula family. The genus name comes, like most biological names, from the Latin word "crassus", which means "thick", thus referring to the massive, fleshy, three-dimensional structure that makes up the leaves and stems. Crassula - this name was given because of the dense, fleshy leaves. The family consists of three hundred or three hundred and fifty species: the exact number is a stumbling block for many scientists. Among these species there are not only representatives of deserts, but also representatives that prefer an aquatic environment. The main feature that captivates many busy citizens is that they are all extremely unpretentious, and at the same time have a beautiful appearance.

Need for transplant

The transplantation procedure is carried out for the correct growth of the tree. The fact is that if the pot becomes small, this has a detrimental effect on the root system and, accordingly, on the growth of Crassula. If you immediately plant the plant in a large pot, its roots will begin to grow, not the crown.

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For young plants

It is necessary to replant the crassula for the first time soon after the flower reaches your home. This should be done if the plant is in a transport pot. Let the plant settle in your home for 15-20 days, and then begin the procedure.

For adults Crassul

The older the plant, the less often it needs to be replanted. After three years, under other normal circumstances, one transplant every two years will be quite sufficient.

Important! Crassula is quite often poisonous due to the arsenic it contains.

Choosing a container for planting

This is a very important aspect when growing crassula, to which many pay superficial attention. In order for a tree to grow well, it needs to create a suitable microclimate, and this is simply impossible to do without a suitable pot.

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One of the key requirements is a small layer of soil under the rhizome. In addition, it is important to create a good drainage system, since from an excess of moisture the root system can begin to rot, which can lead to the death of the plant. This can be done by making a mound of expanded clay at the bottom of the container and adjusting the layer of nutrient substrate. If you can achieve the optimal ratio, then you can even transplant the plants into deep pots. Important point! The root collar should be at the same level.

According to experienced flower growers, the container for planting a money tree should be:

  • shallow;
  • wide;
  • made from environmentally friendly materials;
  • with drainage holes.

If all these criteria are met, then you have found the perfect container.

Money tree description

The plant called Crassula or Crassula is not familiar to everyone, but the money tree is familiar to almost everyone. But this is one succulent plant that gardeners love for its flexible, unpretentious nature. This plant is called the money tree because of its leaves that look like coins. According to Feng Shui, a tree can improve your financial situation if placed correctly. The accumulation of wealth occurs in the fleshy leaves, so you need to monitor the condition of the tree so that it is full of strength and health, then your financial condition will be maintained.

Money tree, or Crassula, or Crassula

Properties of the money tree

It is believed that the rounded shapes of the fat woman contain positive energy and an element that neutralizes emotions and negative words associated with a lack of finances. Crassula harmonizes the atmosphere of the home. There is an opinion that a plant should be brought into the house as a shoot and, taking care of it, loving it, grow a money tree. Only then can you get the delicacy from him.

Breeding conditions

Crassula easily reproduces at home, but in order for the plant to take root better after transplantation, it needs to be provided with certain conditions in advance:

  1. The flower loves light, so it needs to be placed in well-lit places, while direct sunlight is contraindicated for it. The best place would be a western or eastern window. On hot summer days, the flower can be shaded, but in winter it will need the brightest place in the house.
  2. Crassula loves moderate watering; if it is overwatered, the rhizome of the plant can rot. You should always monitor the condition of the flower: if the leaves begin to crumble or brown spots appear on the leaves, then the soil is too waterlogged.
  3. The money tree will not grow well in dense soil, so for replanting it is better to take either a universal substrate or a special soil for succulents.
  4. In order for the green mass to grow more actively, you need to form the crown of the money tree.
  5. It is not recommended to plant a flower too often, as this can harm the plant.

Observing the above conditions, propagating a money tree at home will not be difficult.

Money tree care at home: watering, fertilizing, lighting, humidity

Location and lighting

Crassula, like all succulents, needs bright and diffused light. To do this, the plant is placed on southwest and southeast windows. In winter, on the contrary, move pots with crassula to the south side or use additional lighting, otherwise, with a lack of light, the plant will stretch out and the leaves will become smaller. In summer, she will enjoy the fresh air on the balcony or terrace. In this case, it is necessary to provide shading from direct sunlight.

Pots

The root system of the money tree is small and sensitive to waterlogging, and the crown is quite heavy due to the accumulation of moisture in the leaves. Pots should be selected based on these plant characteristics. To ensure the stability of the fat plant, the containers for planting should be wide, shallow, heavy with drainage holes. Drainage from expanded clay or clay shards is required.

Temperature

In spring and summer, the optimal temperature for the Crassula will be +19-25ºС. In autumn and winter the plant will be comfortable at +14-17ºС. Therefore, it must be moved away from the central heating radiators. Maintaining this regime helps stimulate the flowering of the money tree.

Air humidity

Crassula plants are not demanding on air humidity, but its sharp fluctuations affect the appearance of the plant: the leaves will turn yellow and begin to fall off. Crassula is sprayed on hot summer days for hygienic purposes - to wash away dust. In other seasons, you can do this by wiping the leaves with a soft, damp sponge.

Watering

The money tree easily tolerates infrequent watering due to the moisture reserves in the fleshy leaves. Excessive soil moisture leads to rotting of the root system. In the spring-summer season, Crassula is watered once every 3-5 days. In this case, the earthen lump should dry to half. In winter, 1-2 waterings per month are sufficient. Water for irrigation is used at room temperature.

The soil

Crassula can grow even in nutrient-poor soil. The best solution for growing it is a ready-made mixture for cacti and succulents, which can be purchased at a flower shop. If this is not possible, then it is made from turf or leaf soil, sand and humus (4:1:1).

Feeding

Crassula is fed monthly in spring and summer with fertilizers for cacti. Do this only after watering, otherwise there is a high probability of burning the roots. During the cold season, fertilizing is reduced to half the dose recommended in the instructions.

Trimming and pinching

In order for the money tree to please with its lush crown, it is necessary to pinch the shoots. This procedure is quite simple: 3-4 pairs of leaves are left on the stem of a young fat plant, and the rest is pinched off. Branching will begin at this point later.

If an adult, overgrown plant is pruned, then the cuts are made straight along the node (in the place where the leaves grow) and treated with charcoal. To ensure uniform development of the crown, turn the pot with Crassula from time to time.

What to prefer for Crassula: types of containers with photos

Below are several of the most common types of pots for growing crassula.

Simple pot

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They are distinguished by their ease. This is convenient for moving heavy plants located on the floor. But for the fat woman this quality is a disadvantage - the lightness of the material precludes its stability. The positive quality of a simple pot is the presence of a drainage hole at its bottom, which provides:
  • draining excess moisture;
  • bottom watering;
  • ventilation of the root system;
  • prevention of unpleasant odor formation.
There is a huge selection of sizes. The size in diameter should correspond to the diameter of the crown (or be slightly larger). It is better to give preference to natural materials. The best options are ceramics and clay. Due to the characteristic porosity of ceramic pots, excess moisture evaporates through their walls (the roots are ventilated). Artificial material has a bad effect on the development of the fat plant - its roots are very sensitive. Moscow: from 54 to 1000. St. Petersburg: 68-990. Novosibirsk: 75-1300.

Flowerpots

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This is a decorative container that does not have holes at the bottom. A pot is placed inside the flowerpot. The device is used for decorative purposes - to hide less attractive containers for flowers. Usually they are installed in worn out clay pots, covered with stains, or “economy option” vessels. By collecting excess water after watering, the pot serves as a kind of air humidifier: at high temperatures, the moisture evaporates from it, having a beneficial effect on the plant. For the same purpose, the walls of the pot located in the cache-pot are covered with moss. It instantly absorbs moisture, which will later evaporate. It will also be useful to use a pot to give stability to the fat plant if it grows in a light pot. For very large plant sizes, a decorative support is installed between the walls of the vessels. Various. You can choose the appropriate option. Most often made from:
  • plastics;
  • metal;
  • vines;
  • variations of ceramics (terracotta, majolica).
Moscow: from 100 to 5500. St. Petersburg: 95-4800. Novosibirsk: 160-3700.

Florarium

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Another name is plant terrarium. This is a transparent container in which the flower should grow. Crassula and even entire compositions in transparent vessels of various shapes and sizes look original. The microclimate of “aquariums” creates favorable conditions for keeping unpretentious plants. When grown in a florarium, the roots of the fat plant may rot, since the plant is in a confined space. But this problem is easily overcome by coal added to the soil and disinfecting the effects of rotting. A fat plant growing in a glass house requires moderate watering and a mandatory flow of fresh air. Sizes vary from a few square centimeters to spacious aquariums.Since most vases for florariums are made of glass, it is worth thinking about their fragility.Moscow: 450-6000. Saint Petersburg. 500-5000. Novosibirsk: 1300-3500.

Flowerpot

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A large and deformation-resistant type of pot is a flowerpot. For such a large pot, the size of the plant must also be appropriate. In addition, the availability of space for its location is of great importance. Crassula can be grown in a flowerpot:
  • inside a large room;
  • outside (veranda, garden, street).

According to the method of arrangement, flowerpots are divided into:

  • portable;
  • hanging;
  • fixed.
Flowerpots come in different sizes and shapes. You need to select the right one, taking into account the size of the fat plant and the area of ​​the room or area. Stone, metal, gypsum, wood and even concrete are used for manufacturing. There are also simpler flowerpots that are made of plastic. Moscow: 1040-20000. St. Petersburg: 1100-18500. Novosibirsk: 880-3540.

Florists may find our other articles on propagating the money tree useful, including by leaf and stem cuttings.

Medicinal properties of Crassula

We have considered all the necessary conditions for this plant to feel comfortable at home and grow correctly. But in addition to its decorative properties, the fat plant also has medicinal properties.

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First, about contraindications: Crassula, the medicinal properties of which are undeniable, has the slightest traces of arsenic, in fact, which is considered the main warning against its internal use. The need to use arsenic as a pharmaceutical method is still the subject of fierce discussions in scientific circles, and, similarly, the enemies of this are gaining the upper hand. Arsenides - arsenic compounds - are ready to accumulate in the body, in particular in bone tissue, and this precedent was a serious argument for refusing its use. The risk of intestinal infection in case of self-medication is even greater; therefore, it is important to carefully consider all the pros and cons before making a final decision.

Calluses

Popularly, this plant is often called “callus”. It is not difficult to guess that its leaves are used specifically to hit rough calluses. This is done like this:

a small leaf is torn off, from which the thin skin must be carefully removed and attached to the callus using a bandage or gauze. It is best to keep this lotion overnight.

Burns

Crassula will also help relieve irritation after minor burns. It is used for these purposes as well as for removing calluses.

Viruses

It is known that the juice of the Crassula (money tree, the medicinal properties of which, although not scientifically proven, are confirmed by experience) is an excellent assistant for herpes, stomatitis, sore throat and other diseases that are mainly caused by viral factors. To make juice, squeeze out ten leaves and add half a cup of water. Rinse your mouth with this product without swallowing the water.

Haemorrhoids

With its anti-inflammatory properties, the fat plant also helps with this common disease. It is best to use small tampons. Crassula juice should be mixed with soft Vaseline. Soak a tampon with this solution and insert it into the anus. Do it no more than three times a day.

Ulcer

Representatives and fans of traditional medicine claim that if you eat two leaves of crassula every day, you can heal a stomach ulcer. However, this method has not been tested or confirmed by any official medical research, which is why it is highly discouraged to try it on your own.

Any plant in the house is a decoration and benefit for all people, especially if you know how to properly care for and monitor your green pet. Crassula will help you green your apartment and add financial well-being to your hearth.

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If you decide to have a Crassula, it would be a good idea to think about its correct location. According to the rules of Feng Shui, the money tree should be located in the “Wealth” zone. Without going into too much detail, this zone is located in the southeast of your home. However, considering that our builders are hardly guided by ancient Chinese teachings when building houses, there may well be a storage room in the southeast of your house. But don’t despair, you can highlight a wealth zone in your or any other room

It is important to take into account that the plant loves diffused light, so it is best to place the tree on a window where the sun does not come out. You should also regularly turn different parts of the tree towards the light.

Watering is an important part of caring for any plant. The money tree does not like excessive watering or excess moisture.

As a result, its roots may begin to rot and the plant will simply wither. It is best to water the plant with small portions of water; in spring and autumn this should be done once or twice a week. But in winter, one or two waterings per month is enough for the fat woman.

Please note that it is best to water the plant in the evening and provided that the soil has had time to dry

Any fertilizer for cacti or succulents is suitable for feeding the fat plant. The best option would be to fertilize after each watering of the plant. In order not to guess with the amount of fertilizers, just use the recommendations on their packaging.

Air humidity greatly affects the health of any plant. In our case, the money tree does not tolerate excessive dryness and, on the contrary, loves moist air. To maintain humidity, it is necessary to place some source of water near the plant. A decorative fountain or an open aquarium would be suitable. However, if you do not have this opportunity, spray the leaves with water from time to time to maintain moisture.

Temperature conditions are also important when caring for the plant. The money tree loves warmth and the ideal temperature for its development is 20 - 25 degrees Celsius. However, in autumn and winter, the fat woman feels very comfortable even at temperatures of 10 - 15 degrees Celsius. The only thing to avoid is extreme temperature changes. So, the tree will wither in heat, cold or draft. So keep it away from radiators or cold windows.

Pruning is not a mandatory procedure, but thanks to it you can form a beautiful crown of the plant, as well as get a lot of cuttings for propagation. In addition, timely pruning stimulates the growth of new cuttings and increases the chance of flowering. This is done as follows:

  • We localize new rosettes of leaves and highlight the central sprout;
  • Carefully cut off with nail scissors or pinch off this sprout so as not to damage the side leaves. This stimulates the plant to branch and grow wider;
  • In order to round the crown, we pinch off or cut off the side shoots;
  • Mature plants can be trimmed with a knife. It is best to trim branches 2 centimeters above the formed bud;
  • If you want to remove a branch, you should cut it to the very base. Otherwise, an ugly stump will form on the tree.

How to plant a money tree according to Feng Shui

In order for a plant to attract money and prosperity to the house, it must be planted in accordance with the teachings of Feng Shui. To do this, it is recommended to choose a clay or ceramic pot of red (green) color. Place several coins of different denominations on top of the drainage, then add soil and plant the plant.

It is necessary to place a pot of Crassula in the wealth zone, which is located on the south-eastern side of the living room.

That is, the optimal place for permanent detention can be called the farthest room, the windows of which face southeast. In this place you need to create a special zone. It is best to choose a lit corner of the room and paint the walls purple in this place.

The pot with the plant should be placed on a table in the prepared corner, placing a small artificial fountain or waterfall next to it. Additionally, you can tie the trunk of the Crassula with a red satin ribbon, which will also help attract good luck.

Crassula transplant

An adult plant needs to be replanted every two years, and the best time is early spring. This individual should not be replanted very often as it grows quite slowly.

How to transplant a money tree? The transplant is carried out gradually:

Soil selection

To transplant a fat plant at home, you need special soil for succulents or cacti. But you can also take a universal mixture for indoor plants and add sand there in a ratio of 1:4. In addition, the plant responds well to palm soil.

Before pouring soil into the tank, you need to take care of drainage. To do this, it is recommended to add about 2 cm of expanded clay or brick chips to the bottom of the tank. Thanks to drainage, there will be no rotting of the root system, as well as excess moisture.

Pot

Since the root system of the tree is superficial, it is necessary to purchase a small and wide tank for it. You need to choose a pot whose diameter should be the same as the crown of the plant, thanks to which the tree will be stable.

We leave the old soil at the root

It is recommended to replant the fat plant using the transshipment method, since this method is less painful for the plant. The money tree and the earthen lump are taken and moved to a new tank, and then fresh soil is added.

Sometimes, when the roots of a plant begin to rot, it is mainly due to improper watering regime. If this happens, then these roots need to be removed, and then the flower should be allowed to dry for about a day, while the root system should be open.

Caution

When replanting a money tree, it is recommended to handle the plant carefully, because the leaves of the money tree are very delicate and fall off easily.

Subtleties of content

When the plant's stems are pulled upward, the tops are plucked. This is necessary so that additional branches go to the sides, and the bush becomes lush and the trunk thick. This procedure is carried out using a sharp knife, you can also use scissors. The sections are treated with charcoal, and the branches removed during pruning are used to propagate the flower.

If you notice that the branches and leaves are becoming small, then the reason may lie in the root system. This occurs when the root grows strongly downward. In this case, the money tree needs to be transplanted and shortened. As a result, additional lateral roots will begin to form.

In order to see abundant flowering, it is worth keeping the plant in a well-lit place, replanting it on time, preferably in March, and keeping it at low temperatures in winter.

The flower must be constantly rotated in relation to the lighting. This is done in order to avoid one-sidedness. The leaves must be washed constantly, as a lot of dust collects on them.

Reddening of the plant's leaves may indicate stress that it is experiencing as a result of strong light.

Shedding of leaves occurs due to insufficient nutrition of the bush.

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