The belief that both the tree and caring for the tree brings great fortune.
The distinct braided trunk is what locks in the luck.
Choose firm stems that have nodes on them.
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The node looks like a bump and its where the new roots will begin to form.
Its best to propagate plants in the spring or summer.
Take Stem Cuttings
Youll need a pair of sharp scissors or pruning shears for this step.
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Find a healthy, firm stem, with a couple of nodes.
Dont worry, your new cutting will grow new leaves once it has matured.
Place the Cuttings in Water
Find a small container and fill it with fresh water.
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ensure that the nodes are completely submerged and no leaves are in the water.
Change the water once a week or top it up if you see the water levels lowering.
New roots will eventually start to grow.
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Pat down thepotting mixaround the base of the stem to keep it in place.
For the first few weeks, keep the soil moist as the roots adjust to being out of water.
double-check the cutting is at least four inches long.
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Remove the lower leaves.
Plant Your Cutting in Soil
Fill a small pot with a pre-moistened, well-draining potting mix.
Do not let the plant dry out, but take care not to overwater.
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you’re able to expect your cutting to take root in four to eight weeks.
It’s simple to propagate via water and cuttings.
It can also be propagated via seed if you obtain the pods.
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A money tree could be wilting and dying in water because it’s past time to pot the plant.
Common signs includeyellowing leavesand browning leaf tips.
To encourage a money tree to become bushy, prune 1/4 to 1/2 inch above a leaf node.
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