Our beautiful rooted Braided Pachira Stump Money Tree is available in 4-inch size. Native to central and south America, Pachira Stump Money Tree, or Pachira aquatica, is a part of the Malvaceae family. In its natural habitat, this tropical evergreen tree can grow up to 65 feet. Money Tree's long thin five-lobed leaves form an umbrella shape above its trunk. Braided money trees are actually multiple plants that have had their trunks woven together during growth while they're flexible. The most interesting thing about Money Tree plant is that, unlike most tropical houseplants, it doesn't require a lot of water. It stores water in its chunky trunk. Light/Soil/Water: + Bright, indirect sunlight. + This plant prefers well-draining soils. Use a peat moss-based potting mix and add some perlite for a good drainage. + This plant needs less water than an average houseplant, as it can store water in its trunk.