Money tree (105 photos) - caring for crassula at home

Money tree (crassula, crassula) is an indoor plant that is most popular among many amateur gardeners. It is believed that it has special magical properties that attract wealth to the home of its owner. The tree also has a beneficial effect on the home atmosphere and charges with positive energy. To properly perform its functions, a flower must develop well and be healthy, which means it is advisable to know the basic rules for its maintenance.

Botanical description of the plant

Money tree - perennial evergreen succulent family Crassulaceae, can easily tolerate long-term drought, since it has the ability to accumulate moisture and nutrients in the leaves, trunk and root system. Another name for the flower is Crassula. There are about 350 varieties of varieties. Homeland: South Africa, Madagascar.

The plant has a branched root system, consisting of a central rhizome and numerous lateral shoots covering the upper layers of the soil. The roots are weak and sensitive. If handled incorrectly, they can be easily damaged.

The shape of the leaves is round, oblong. There are species with plates rolled into a tube. Placed according to shoots and trunk length. Thanks to their close arrangement to each other, they form a beautiful crown. They have a fleshy, dense structure due to the accumulation of water and microelements. There is a waxy coating on the surface. The foliage color is often dark or light green, less often reddish, silver or pale gray. The underside is covered with pink spots. Depending on the variety, the leaf blades come in 2 shades.For example, the main part is painted green, the border is red. The leaves reach a length of up to 10 cm or more, and a width of about 5 cm.

As the plant matures, the stem becomes woody and covered with a thin but dense bark. Over the years, the trunk becomes more powerful and thick, reaching up to 4 cm in diameter and up to 1 m in height and more. The money tree can grow so large if it is not pinched.

The shape of the crown depends on lighting, density of plantings and other factors. When grown at home, you can shape it yourself to your liking.

Crassula flowers form small raceme-shaped inflorescences. They are rarely solitary. You can find yellow or white, less often blue and red. The diameter of the flower is 1 cm. It has a rich sweet aroma.

Types of Crassula with photos and names

There are many different varieties. Almost all of them do not require special care, have excellent hardiness, and can be grown in an apartment or greenhouse. Depending on the specifics of development and form, there are 3 categories.

Tree Crassula

The most common type. They are small trees. The crown is curly, the stem is thick.

Oval or Ovata

Unpretentious in content. Can grow in the shade. An adult plant reaches a height of up to 1 meter. There are many branches on the stem. Over time, the trunk becomes powerful and acquires a brownish tint.

The foliage is green, the edges may be colored red. Ellipsoidal plates attached to the stem.

Flowering can be observed in winter. The flowers are white, formed into umbrella-shaped inflorescences.

Purslane (Portulacea)

It grows quickly, the trunk reaches a diameter of up to 30 cm, a height of up to 2 m. The branches and stems contain a large number of aerial roots. The foliage is ellipsoidal in shape and bright green. Rarely blooms. Small white-pink flowers form paniculate inflorescences.

Silver (Argentea)

Somewhat similar to the oval Crassula. It differs from it only in that the leaf plates are painted silver. Rarely sheds leaves.

Ovata Minor

It grows slowly. Requires quality care and good drainage. The leaves are small, dark green with red edges. Widely used to decorate mini gardens.

Milky (Lactea)

It is a subshrub that grows at home to a maximum height of 0.3 m. The leaf blades are large and green in color. The edges are decorated with white dots. The base of the leaf is wide, pointed towards the apex. The old foliage is falling off. Blooms profusely in winter. The flowers are white and have a pronounced aroma.

Ovata cv/ Hummels Sunset

The leaves have a variegated yellow-red color with light veins. With a lack of light they turn green. To preserve the unique color, experts recommend propagating this species only vegetatively.

Arborescenc

A classic variety of money tree. As it matures, it can reach up to 1.5 meters in height. The leaf blades are oblong, up to 7 cm. The underside has a red tint, the top is bluish-gray. There is a glossy shine on the surface. It practically does not bloom indoors.

Tricolor

The leaves are green, round in shape, with light stripes, with a red frame around the edges.

Hobbit

This variety was developed by breeders in the 70s.The leaves are turned outward. Suitable for creating bonsai and using for dwarf seedlings.

Spike-shaped (columnar) Crassula

They are distinguished by their original appearance. The trunk is straight and has no branches. The leaves are arranged in pairs and cover the stem.

Perforata

They grow up to 20 cm in height. The trunk is up to 3 cm in diameter. The leaves are diamond-shaped. They are attached in pairs, enveloping the stem. The color is light green. In winter it produces white inflorescences. Suitable for growing as an overhead crop.

Grouped (Socialis)

A low-growing plant with thin, highly branched stems. The surface of the leaves is smooth. They themselves are round, medium-sized, bluish-green in color. White and pink flowers are located at the tops.

Montrose (Lycopodioides monstrosa)

Asymmetrical growth of stems is observed. In appearance it resembles a cactus. The leaf blades are triangular with scales. The trunk is thin, up to 0.5 cm together with leaves.

Deceptor

The foliage completely covers the stem and has a tetrahedral surface. The color is green-gray, with silver inclusions visible. Grows up to a maximum of 10 cm.

Creeping (ground cover) Crassula

They grow quickly and in a short time fill all the space allocated for them.

Lycopodioides

Grows up to 25 cm. Outwardly it resembles coral. The shoots are fleshy. With constant exposure to bright light, the green plates become reddish.

Dotted (Picturata)

It is grown as a hanging plant with strong branching shoots. The leaves are 1.5 cm long, 0.8 cm wide. The color is green, with red dots visible on the surface.Thin cilia are visible along the edges of the plates.

Round/Rosette (Orbicularis/Rosularis)

The leaves form rosettes. Painted in salt green color. They are about 2.5 cm in length. The apex is sharp.

Offspring (Sarmentosa)

The leaf blades are large, toothed, and highly branched. The color consists of 2 shades of green. May vary depending on lighting. The stems reach up to 1 m, cover the surface of the soil, and easily produce new roots.

Conditions for keeping the fat woman at home

Crassula is an undemanding plant. If you follow the basic rules, it is not difficult to get an elegant tree with a lush crown.

Temperature

Since the money tree originally grew in Africa, it loves warmth. In the spring and summer, it is advisable that the room temperature does not fall below +18...+25°C. In autumn and winter, the plant feels good at 10-15°C.

There is also information that the flower can withstand conditions in which the thermometer drops to -4-5°C. In this case, you need to ensure that the soil in the pot remains dry. If you do not protect the crassula from frost, the trunk becomes covered with scars.

When the degrees drop, a period of rest begins and all processes slow down.

Humidity indicators

This parameter should not be overestimated, since the succulent originally grew in arid areas and is accustomed to a dry climate. There is no need to spray the tree. You just need to regularly wipe the leaves from dust with a damp sponge to ensure they have a normal flow of fresh air. It is also recommended to periodically ventilate the room.

Lighting

The plant requires a lot of light, so you need to choose a place that constantly receives scattered sunlight. During periods of increased sun activity, it is recommended to create shading to protect the crown from getting burned.

Where to keep

The best place to grow a money tree is on a floor stand located near a window. It is advisable to choose the southeast side of the room. If this is not possible, you can place the flower in the southwestern or southern part, creating a small partial shade. It is also possible to place the pot on the windowsill. It is important that in summer and winter the leaves do not touch the window. It will also be necessary to create partial shade during periods of high solar activity.

Caring for a money tree at home

In order for the fat woman to enjoy its active development, you need to adhere to certain recommendations for its maintenance.

Priming

It is better to take sandy, light soil for the plant, which will freely deliver water and oxygen to the root system. But moisture should also not be allowed to stagnate. To prevent overwatering, ensure good drainage.

If there is no soil suitable for all parameters, you can prepare it yourself. To do this, take:

• garden soil;
• coarse river sand;
• dolomite or bone meal in the amount of 1 tbsp. l.

It is important to maintain acidity. It should be slightly alkaline (pH 7 or slightly higher) or neutral (pH 6.5-7).

You can mix leaf, turf soil and sand in proportions 3:1:1. Be sure to add clay, crushed brick, humus and wood ash to the mixture.

Tara (choice of pot)

When choosing a container for planting, you need to take into account that the money tree may have a thick, heavy trunk, wide leaves, and does not tolerate stagnant moisture in the root system. Therefore, a low, heavy pot, the diameter of which will be slightly larger than the width of the crown, is best suited for growing. It must have a drainage hole. As the plant grows, the container is changed to a larger one.

Landing

You can plant Crassula at any time of the year, but spring is considered the best. You need to take a suitable landing container and, if it does not have a drainage hole, make one, thereby preventing the accumulation of excess liquid. At the bottom of the container, the first layer of 3-5 cm is laid with small pebbles or expanded clay. Next, pour the prepared or purchased special soil mixture so that it completely covers the drainage. A shoot is installed on an earthen mound and the resulting voids are filled. The soil is slightly compacted and watered abundantly.

Watering

The money tree reacts negatively to excess moisture. But you shouldn’t allow the soil to dry out either, otherwise you can watch the leaves dry out and fall off. It is important to adjust the frequency of watering depending on changes in temperature. If the thermometer stays within +25°C and above, the plant needs to be irrigated 2 times every 7 days as the surface of the earthen clod dries out. At temperatures of 15-25°C, watering can be done once every 2 weeks. In winter, it is better to reduce the procedure to once every 30 days.

It is recommended to use settled water at room temperature. It is better to carry out bottom watering, that is, pour water into the stand. This way the plant itself will absorb as much liquid as it needs.

Fertilizer (feeding)

It is enough to feed Crassula only during the period of active growth (May-August) of leaves and stems. Fertilize 3 times during the entire growing season. The best option would be to use ready-made mixtures for cacti and succulents. The solution is prepared in accordance with the instructions on the drug packaging, but the dosage is taken half as much as indicated. Fertilizing should be done after the main watering in order to protect the root system from getting burned.

In winter, it is recommended to apply half the solution that is used in summer. If the flower is at low temperatures or is sick, there is no need to feed it.

Trimming

This procedure is necessary to form a lush, beautiful crown of the desired shape. The process begins when the cutting already has 4 pairs of leaves and a new bud is formed. It is she who is removed. At this point, a new pair will begin to form, which will branch. Later, when the crown takes on the desired appearance, it is enough to simply cut off the excess leaves.

Pruning is also carried out to:

• stimulate growth in the right direction;
• remove diseased, dried, old leaves;
• thin out the crown if it is too thick and the foliage located inside does not receive enough light;
• control the height and width of the tree, thereby reducing the load on the branches.

Preventive pruning is recommended every year in the spring. In summer, manipulation is carried out as needed. If infected flower elements are found, they must be removed immediately.

You can cut no more than 1/3 of a healthy branch. The patient is completely removed. The cut is made at an angle of 45 degrees.The lower branches that have grown near the surface of the earth are pruned, and the upper ones, if they have reached a height greater than the desired one.

Shaping (money tree bonsai)

If desired, a bonsai can be made from the fat plant, but this may take more than one year. A fairly mature plant with a thick, woody trunk is usually taken as a basis. The idea is to simply cut off all the branches, leaving only a stem 10-15 cm high from the ground surface. To remove excess elements you need to use a sharp knife.

It is advisable to carry out manipulation in the spring. At this point, watering is reduced to a minimum, and the cuts are sprinkled with ash.

After a certain period of time, new shoots will begin to appear. When they reach the desired length, you can form a crown.

Transfer

Since the money tree is a long-growing crop, it is recommended to replant it no more than once every 2 years in the spring. In order not to harm the plant, it is important to do it correctly, adhering to certain actions.

A 2 cm layer of drainage is poured onto the bottom of the new container. Next, the container is filled ¼ full with prepared or purchased soil mixture. The flower is carefully removed from the old pot, holding it by the trunk. Having freed the root system from the soil and removed dried and rotten elements, the fat plant is placed in a new flowerpot and the resulting voids are filled with soil.

It is not advisable to trample the soil after replanting. Over time, it will settle on its own; you just need to add more soil. The process ends with abundant watering. In order for the plant to adapt to a new place, it is placed in a shaded place for 14 days.

Winter care

In winter, the flower needs rest.It should be placed in a cooler room, where temperatures will not reach more than +16°C. If the room is too warm, the tree will begin to shed its leaves. It is also necessary to stop applying fertilizers and reduce watering as much as possible. It is enough to irrigate once a month.

Is it possible to leave without care for a while?

Since the money tree is an unpretentious plant and can survive in harsh conditions, it can easily be left unattended, especially if this period does not take more than 2 weeks. Before leaving the flower, it must be well watered and, if necessary, fertilized. You also need to be sure that the pot is in a place where direct sunlight will not penetrate. Of course, it cannot be ruled out that during the absence of proper maintenance, the fat woman may lose its attractiveness. It won't be difficult to restore it.

If the departure will take longer, simple care arrangements will need to be made. To prevent the soil from drying out, it is advisable to use special devices. This can be automatic watering or fillers that are distributed over the surface of the earth. When moisture arrives, they absorb it, and when the soil begins to dry out, they release the water.

How the money tree blooms

At home, the Crassula can delight you with lush flowering only after reaching about 10 years of age. At the same time, she must be provided with ideal conditions of detention, including:

• long period of rest;
• intense lighting throughout the year;
• removing dust from shoots;
• cutting off wilted leaves;
• regular transplantation.

Flowering duration is 2-3 months.Numerous flowers form on the tops of young shoots. They are small in size, collected in inflorescences resembling umbrellas. The color is white with a greenish or pinkish tint.

Reproduction of the Crassula

Getting a new money tree at home is not difficult. For this purpose, you can use one of 3 methods.

By cuttings

The method is the most popular. The best time for propagation is warm weather, when the plant is actively growing. It is advisable to take young, strong, well-developed shoots. Each sprout no more than 10 cm long should have at least 3 pairs of leaves. It is important that the mother flower reaches 3 years of age. You need to take 2-3 cuttings, cutting them at an angle. In order for the root system to begin to grow, the shoots must be placed in water or substrate.

To root a new tree, you need to perform several sequential steps:

• clear the lower part of the stem from leaves;
• scald a glass container with boiling water, pour cooled boiled water into it and add 1 piece of activated carbon;
• immerse the cutting in the solution;
• Place the container in a room where there is light and the temperature does not drop below 23-25°C.

The water must be changed daily. It takes about 14 days to receive the measles system. You can transfer the sprouts to the soil when the roots reach at least 2 cm in size.

If you need to root cuttings directly into the ground, perform the following steps:

• Leave the sprout in the fresh air for a day, after sprinkling the cut with crushed activated carbon;
• a ceramic container is filled one third with drainage mixture, garden soil and sand are poured in a 1:1 ratio;
• plant a cutting in a pot, deepening it by 4 cm;
• the soil is lightly compacted and irrigated with a spray bottle.

With this method, roots will begin to appear in 2-3 weeks.

Seeds

This method is longer and more labor-intensive and is most often used by professional flower growers. Because Crassula rarely blooms, seeds are difficult to obtain. But you can grow a large number of new young shoots at once.

To apply the seed method, you must follow several successive steps:

• disinfect the container and fill it with a suitable soil mixture;
• place the seeds, slightly deepening them into the ground;
• place the container in a warm and well-lit room, cover with film or glass to create a greenhouse effect;
• Water daily with water at room temperature, remove the cover for an hour until the first shoots appear.

When the seedlings become stronger, the film is removed and the shoots are transplanted into larger containers. The distance between them should be at least 1 cm. When 2-3 leaves are formed on the seedlings, they are replanted. After the shoots are at least 6-7 cm in height, they are distributed into separate containers.

Leaf

This method is considered less reliable and also takes quite a long time.

It is important to choose a strong, mature leaf, but not an old one. It should be healthy and have a bright green color. The cut is made at an angle. Next, the leaf plate is immersed a few millimeters in a container with cooled boiled water. The liquid needs to be changed every 2-3 days until roots begin to appear.After this, the leaf is transplanted into a small container with soil, immersing only the roots in it. The seedling needs to be covered with glass. Every day it is opened to allow fresh air to enter. It is recommended to water 2 times in 7 days, avoiding over-wetting of the soil.

If all actions were performed correctly, a new shoot will appear after 30 days.

How to plant according to Feng Shui

Since for many, the money tree is a talisman of wealth and luck, you need to know how to plant it correctly to attract money into the house.

According to the rules of Feng Shui, it is not recommended to buy a ready-made plant yourself for money. It is also undesirable to accept it as a gift. To bring well-being and prosperity into the house, it is advised to take a shoot or break off a cutting unnoticed, without asking permission from its owner.

You do not need to plant the sprout in a pot right away. First, it needs to be wrapped in a damp cloth and placed on the windowsill for a few days so that it absorbs the energy of the new home. Then it is advisable to lower it into a glass of water to get roots.

The money tree is a talisman that attracts wealth to the house, so you need to take care of purchasing a beautiful and neat pot. It should be silver, burgundy, red, gold, black or brown. Wide in size, but not deep.

It is recommended to plant in the ground during the waxing moon. The most favorable day is Wednesday.

Immediately before planting, it is advisable to activate the pot. To do this, pour a small layer of clay on the bottom and place a coin with the coat of arms facing up on top. It is better to put several coins of the same denomination. To awaken the magic of numbers, you need to take 6 or 8 pieces.At the same time, it is advisable to pronounce the following words: “You grow, I bloom in wealth. Let it be so!". To enhance the effect, you can put a few paper bills on top, taking them from the last income received. They must be the newest ones, wrapped in cellophane.

Next, a drainage layer of moss and river sand is laid out. The shoot is placed on top, sprinkled with earth, lightly pressing it with your fingers, and watered generously.

When the plant grows a little, you can tie a red ribbon, a golden or silver ball, a pendant, or Chinese coins on it.

It is better to water the tree with special water, which is left to sit on small coins and on silver items for 10 days.

For everything to work, no one, even those living in the house, should know what is inside the pot.

Crassula pests

The fat woman is attacked by parasitic insects only if she is sick and weakened. Common pests include the following:

Spider mite

It reaches no more than 1 mm in size, so it is difficult to detect. The defeat will be indicated by the appearance of cobwebs on the stems and leaves. The damaged areas are covered with yellow spots, which later merge with each other and lead to the complete death of the plant. A warm shower, removal of all damaged elements, and treatment with insecticides will help get rid of the tick.

Aphid

Outwardly it resembles small specks that accumulate in one place in large quantities. If you look closely, you can see their movement. They settle mainly on the inside of the leaf blade and on the stems. Spraying with ammonia, washing with soap and soda solution, and sprinkling with ash will help save the money tree.In case of severe damage, it is necessary to treat with professional biological insecticides.

Mealybug

The length of the insect is up to 7 mm, the body is oval, and there is a white coating on the surface, similar to flour. Its presence on the flower will be indicated by white lumps in the internodes, similar to small pieces of cotton wool. If the number of parasites is small, you can dilute a soap or alcohol solution and wipe the foliage. To destroy a large number of pests, insecticides are used, for example, Actellik, Fufanon-Nova and others, according to the instructions on the package.

Shchitovka

A fairly large insect of a light brown or brown color. It is easy to see on the plant. Females are immobile and settle on stems or leaves. To get rid of the parasite, it is first removed from the plant by hand. Next, you need to treat the flower with a solution of tar soap or Fitoverm. To prevent reappearance, a second treatment is carried out after 7-14 days.

Root mealybug

Its presence can only be recognized during tree transplantation, since it settles on the root system. Damage will be indicated by sticky white branches, rot, and cessation of growth. You can remove the pest with running warm water. After this, the roots are treated with Fufanon or Actellik 2 times with an interval of 1 week.

To prevent the appearance of pests on the fat plant, you need to use soil only with the recommended composition. It is also necessary to provide the plant with a bright place, where direct sunlight will not penetrate, and high-quality care.

Money tree diseases

The money tree gets sick in rare cases.The main reasons are excessive lighting, improper watering, dampness and cold in the room. The main, most common diseases are presented in the table below.

Disease	Description	Treatment
Powdery mildew	Infection. The leaves are covered with a white, uneven coating that looks like flour.	1. Trim the affected elements, change the top layer of the earthen clod. 2. Spray with fungicides (Fundazol, Topaz). 3. Treat 4 times with an interval of 3 days with a solution of potassium permanganate (2.5 g of the drug per 10 liters of water).
Mosaic epiphyllum	The plant tissues are covered with transparent, somewhat in-depth yellow spots.	If damaged, the flower is completely destroyed.
Leaf yellowness	The leaf blades gradually change color to yellow. Young shoots are also damaged. If the fat plant gets sick during flowering, the buds will begin to dry out and fall off.	Removing all areas affected by the disease will help preserve the flower.
Fusarium	First, the root system suffers, then the disease spreads to the green part of the flower. If you cut a leaf, you can see rusty areas of diseased tissue. External signs of the disease are paleness and lethargy, stunted growth.	1. Cut out diseased areas. 2. Treat with fungicide. 3. Move the pot to a dry room until the wound is completely healed. 4. Transplant the flower. First you need to treat the soil and container with Trichophyte or phytolavin.
Late blight	The root rots. Subsequently, the infection spreads to all elements of the tree. Signs are gray-brown spots on the green parts.	Remove the affected areas, wipe the sections with a disinfectant solution. If the plant is completely rotten, it is disposed of.
Anthocrosis	Light spots appear on the foliage, deepened inside the plate, or brown, as a result of which the leaves harden and become crusty.	Trim problematic elements, treat the cut areas with charcoal. Treatment is effective only in the early stages of the disease.
Dry rot	Formation of dry areas on the stems.	It is not possible to cure the flower. They throw him out.
Wet rot	Leaves and stems become covered with brown spots, which quickly spread throughout all elements.	In case of minor damage, it is necessary to remove the diseased tissue and treat the sections with an antiseptic. At the last stage, all that remains is to get rid of the succulent.

To prevent the development of diseases, you need to adhere to a number of preventive measures:

• regularly ventilate the room in which the fat woman is located;
• control air humidity;
• optimize irrigation;
• periodically apply potassium-phosphorus fertilizers;
• inspect the flower for the presence of insect parasites.

You also need to disinfect the soil and pot.

Problems during cultivation

With poor quality care and improper maintenance conditions for the money tree, some difficulties may arise.

Dried out

If the leaves are wrinkled or dry, this may indicate:

• waterlogging or lack of moisture;
• root rotting;
• using too cold water;
• replanting a plant, since its root system is cramped.

If such a symptom is detected, it is necessary to optimize watering, remove all damaged parts, and replant if the flower can still be saved. If all care rules are fully followed, antibiotics are used for treatment.

Proper watering with settled water, good lighting and regular fertilizing will help prevent drying.

Withered

Wilting of a tree can be caused by excessive moisture, excessive exposure to direct sunlight, and frequent or improper feeding. Also, the plant may simply be cramped in an old pot.

You can revive a tree using the following actions:

• transplant into a larger container;
• reduce watering, remove the flower from the pot and inspect the root system, possibly replace the soil;
• reduce the amount of fertilizer applied.

To prevent such a situation, it is necessary to adhere to the rules for caring for the fat plant, provide comfortable living conditions, irrigate the foliage more often with a spray bottle, and fertilize in accordance with the instructions.

Leaves are falling

If the leaves of a money tree fly away, the reasons may be the following:

• draft;
• sudden changes in temperature;
• burn;
• lack of light;
• excess minerals in the soil;
• diseases and pests.

You need to carefully examine the plant for the presence of parasitic insects, including the root system. Also review the conditions of detention, add lighting. If the tree is located in a place where there is constant exposure to direct sunlight, create shade.

Preventive measures include following all recommendations for caring for Crassula.

White spots

In most cases, they appear due to high humidity. In this way, the plant tries to get rid of excess liquid. The problem can be eliminated by stopping irrigation for a while until the soil dries. Preventative measures include ensuring proper watering.

Blackened

If single black spots are observed on the leaf blades, this may indicate sunburn. When the trunk or stems are affected, the reason lies in the development of a fungal disease, including root rot, or excessive watering.

Depending on the provoking factor, the following measures are used to eliminate signs of the disease:

• change the location of the flower, create a shadow;
• treat with insecticidal or fungicidal agents;
• reduce watering.

If the cause is a root fungus, the plant must be removed from the pot, the root system must be washed, all damaged elements removed, and kept in a Fitosporin solution for 2 hours. Next, transplant into a new disinfected pot according to all planting rules, completely replacing the soil.

Prevention consists of following the standards for growing fat plants.

Turns yellow

When a succulent turns yellow, it may not be getting enough light. Other reasons include:

• waterlogging;
• temperature changes;
• excess minerals;
• increased UV exposure.

When the first signs are detected, you need to stop irrigation until the soil dries out, and increase the air humidity in the room if it is too dry.

The most important preventive measure is proper care in accordance with all recommendations.

Blushes

The main reason for acquiring a reddish tint is the intense exposure to sunlight. If the color of the leaf blade changes on the inside, we can talk about a lack of water or nutrients. Rarely, such a symptom may indicate the development of disease.

If the tree is removed from the sun, after a while it will restore its color.When the problem is caused by overdrying of the substrate, the flower is watered until the earthen clod is completely wetted.

Additionally you may need:

• fertilization;
• complete replacement of soil;
• transplanting into a new, smaller pot;
• shelter from drafts.

Proper organization of the location and appropriate care will help prevent reddening of the foliage and stems.

Root rot

Provoking factors may be:

• untimely transplantation after purchase;
• excessive moisture;
• poor quality soil;
• incorrectly selected pot size;
• lack of drainage layer;
• infections of bacterial and fungal origin.

The flower must be immediately removed from the container, the root system must be washed off the soil, all damaged parts must be removed and sprinkled with crushed activated carbon. After this, leave the plant without soil for 2 hours. During this time, the roots will have time to dry. Next, place the tree in another container, following all the transplanting rules.

Rotting can be avoided by constantly monitoring the humidity level and providing moderate watering.

Broke

The main reasons are trunk rot or dense crown.

If the problem arose due to the thickness of the leaves, the upper half is dried and planted in a new container, the lower half is left in the same one, treating the fracture site with activated carbon.

In case of rotting of roots or stems, it is recommended to cut healthy cuttings and root them.

To prevent such a situation from occurring, it is necessary to promptly prune the tree, monitor its condition, and adhere to the rules of care.

Frozen

This is possible when the temperature drops to values ​​unacceptable for the plant. To save the flower, you need to remove all frozen parts and treat the wounds with charcoal.

If the soil is frozen, there is a possibility of damage to the root system, then the flower is removed from the ground, the roots exposed to frost are inspected and the roots are cut off. Afterwards, the tree is transplanted into a new soil mixture, having previously been sprayed with Epin solution.

In the case where the upper parts of the stems and crowns have been preserved, they can be cut into cuttings and rooted.

A preventive measure is to maintain the optimal temperature for growing fatty mushrooms.

Beneficial features

Money tree has a healing effect for burns, joint pain, the formation of boils, herpes, and abscesses. Its leaf blades contain substances with regenerating, antibacterial, soothing and antiviral properties.

Crassula juice can be used in the treatment of:

• runny nose;
• hemorrhoids;
• varicose veins;
• nail fungus;
• toothache.

The plant has become widespread in the field of cosmetology, in particular, in therapeutic activities aimed at restoring facial skin and hair.

The benefits of having Crassula in the house are:

• neutralization of unpleasant odors;
• improving performance;
• improving mood;
• oxygen production;
• purifying the air from harmful impurities due to the release of phytoncides.

In addition, many believe that having a fat woman in the house helps improve their financial situation.

Signs and superstitions

Very superstitious people believe that you should not throw away a money tree, as this will cause financial problems.However, if the plant has died, you need to get rid of it, bury it in the ground, while expressing your gratitude. If at least one leaf remains on the stem, it is carefully cut off and rooted.

You can give a fat woman, but only with good intentions and positive thoughts. You definitely need to take a nominal fee for it.

A tree grown with your own hands can be given to a stranger, but only as a gift. This should be done with good emotions and only to those who will truly love it and provide quality content.

To activate the properties of the money tree, when planting it, you need to put coins, part of a gold item on the bottom of the pot, and tie a red ribbon on the stems. You can also place paper bills between the leaves, periodically replacing them with new ones, and be sure to spend these.

Poisonous or not for humans and pets

Many people believe that the succulent is a silent killer, since its leaves can accumulate arsenic, and it is strictly forbidden to keep it in the house. Indeed, the money tree is a poisonous plant, but it is not dangerous to others, since it is not capable of releasing poison into the air. You can only get poisoned if you eat a few leaves.

If you use the juice for medicinal purposes, taking into account dosages, indications and contraindications, there will be no harm to health.

The only thing is that the flower should be kept away from small children, dogs and cats to eliminate the possibility that they might eat the leaves.

Money tree in the interior

An elegant flower can decorate any interior and attract good luck and prosperity to your home.According to Feng Shui, the best place for it would be a well-lit place on the eastern or southeastern side of the room. It is not recommended to place the money tree in the bedroom. It is also undesirable to place it near cacti, since the needles can take away all the energy.

In order for the tree to work for the good, many of its owners specifically create a wealth zone. Having chosen a suitable space, it is cleared of foreign objects. Under the container, you can lay a napkin with images of hieroglyphs meaning well-being and success. You can also place a small aquarium or a decorative wooden figurine nearby.

The money tree is an unpretentious plant in care and maintenance. If all recommendations are followed, it will decorate the house with its graceful appearance for many years. If you believe in signs and adhere to them, the money tree will become a talisman of wealth and prosperity. I like