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- How many types of money trees are there worldwide?
- Worldwide there are about 300 species
- Important types of money tree
- The blossom of the money tree
- Money tree is not hardy
- Tips
The Crassula ovata is the most widespread kind of money tree in our country
How many types of money trees are there worldwide?
The money tree (botanical Crassula), also called elephant tree, thick tree or fat hen, belongs to the succulents. Worldwide, there are a large number of species that differ primarily by the growth habit. Worth knowing about the species of the penny-tree.
Worldwide there are about 300 species
Around 300 types of money tree are known worldwide. As a houseplant in our latitudes mainly Crassula ovata is kept.
In their natural environment, the plants can grow up to 2.5 meters high. Some species branch out strong, while others mainly form long shoots.
When keeping as a houseplant, the money tree can be quite old. He is often cut so that he does not get too big and keeps his shape. He also takes good care of bonsai.
Important types of money tree
Most money trees carry green leaves, which are very roundish or oval. Some species get red edges or red leaves when they are standing directly in the sun for a long time.
The Chinese money tree is not Crassula, but a stinging nettle.
The blossom of the money tree
Money trees are blooming in winter. In its native South Africa, flowering is from June to August. Houseplants are hard to get to flower. Their flowering begins in late winter or early spring.
Depending on the species, the flowers are white or yellow. They emit a sweet scent and resemble small stars.
Money tree is not hardy
Money trees like it so bright and warm. They only thrive at high enough temperatures. In summer, they prefer 20 to 27 degrees ambient temperature. Over winter, it should not get warmer at the place than 11 degrees.
The money tree is not hardy and does not tolerate frost. It should never be colder than 5 degrees at its location.
Tips
Most types of money tree flower only from the age of ten and more years. You also need a significant change in temperature between summer and winter.