Care Card

Pachira

Indirect light Indirect light

Adapts to any light level.

Moderate irrigation Moderate irrigation

Water once a week and fortnightly in cold weather allowing the soil to dry out between waterings. Water more frequently in brighter light conditions.

Normal humidity Normal humidity

Any kind of humidity is fine, you can spray it every 2 weeks.

Suitable for pets Suitable for pets

This plant is safe for your pet, they can live together happily.

Pachira

Advice

  • Pachira eliminates toxins accumulated in indoor environments that can emanate from certain resins used to varnish furniture.
  • Cats can get tummy aches from eating the leaves, so keep this plant away from your pet.
  • It likes to be sprayed from time to time.

Signs of weakness

  • Leaf drop: not enough sunlight
  • Yellowing leaves, black stems: overwatering
  • Curled leaves, dry potting mix: lack of watering
  • Black spots: Bacterial or fungal problem
Pachira
Pachira
Pachira
Pachira