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Artificial Pachira: the braided trunk that brings good luck
This artificial pachira mimics the Guyanese chestnut tree (Pachira aquatica), easily recognizable by its braided brown trunk. At the top opens a crown of medium green palmate leaves, composed of several leaflets arranged like the fingers of a hand. On the 150 cm version, the crown is denser and the trunk lighter.
A miniature tree silhouette to place on a sideboard, on the floor in a living room or in an office.
Height: 90 cm or 150 cm, pot included.
Foliage: medium green palmate leaves in a crown, braided trunk.
Use: indoors only.
Maintenance: no watering or repotting, light dusting.
Delivery: in a 15 cm (90 cm) or 17 cm (150 cm) black plastic nursery pot, without a decorative pot.
Weight: approximately 1.2 kg (90 cm) or 4.2 kg (150 cm).
Prepared and shipped by our partner producer, your pachira arrives ready to find its place.
Description
Conseils d’entretien
Caring for your artificial pachira
✨ Dusting
The palmate leaflets catch dust where they meet. We recommend running a soft feather duster over the crown every fortnight, then a dry brush through the crevices of the braided trunk. Twice a year, a quick rinse with warm water, with the plant tilted over a bathtub, refreshes the whole thing; shake it gently and let it dry before putting it back. No household products or polish.
☀️ Location
Your pachira is intended for indoor use only. It requires no light and is equally happy in a waiting room or a bedroom. Only precaution: keep it away from a south-facing window where direct sunlight would eventually fade its leaves, as well as heat sources such as radiators.
🪴 Setup
Grasp the pachira by the base of the trunk to remove it from the box. The 90 cm version fits into a 17 to 20 cm pot, while the 150 cm version goes into a container with an inner diameter of 20 to 25 cm, heavier to balance its crown. Secure the pot with clay balls or gravel, then cover the surface with moss or bark.
🌿 Shaping the foliage
After the journey, gently open each palmate leaf by spreading the leaflets with your fingertips. Then orient the leaves outwards to form a round and even crown, viewed from all sides.
A feather duster in the crown, a brush in the braid: your pachira stays neat effortlessly.
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No light required; avoid direct sunlight through glass
Arrosage
No watering
Difficulté de culture
No interview
Toxicité animaux
Sap- and pollen-free; prevent animals from chewing the leaves
Emplacement conseillé
Living room, entrance hall, office, meeting room, dining area
Croissance
None, fixed size
Nom latin
Pachira aquatica (artificial)
Noms communs
Artificial Pachira, artificial Guiana chestnut, artificial money tree
Famille botanique
Malvaceae (imitation species)
Port
Small tree with braided trunk and crown
Forme du feuillage
Palmately compound leaves with several leaflets
Couleur du feuillage
Medium green
Feuillage
Persistent (artificial)
Usage
Decoration
Destination
Indoor
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Can an artificial pachira be placed on a balcony or in the sun?
The artificial pachira should not leave the house: untreated against UV rays, it is intended for indoor use only and is not designed to withstand the rain or wind of a balcony. Indoors, it can tolerate any exposure, even a room without windows. However, we advise against placing it in direct, full sunlight behind glass, as its medium-green leaves may fade over time. A bright spot without scorching sun or a dimly lit room will suit it perfectly.
How do I remove dust from the braided trunk of an artificial pachira?
Dusting the artificial pachira takes two steps: use a soft duster on the crown of leaves every two weeks, then run a dry brush or soft brush through the crevices of the braided trunk, where dust tends to settle. Twice a year, a quick rinse with warm water, with the plant tilted over the bathtub, revives the green of the leaves. Allow it to dry completely before replacing the pot. Avoid polishes and cleaners, which leave streaks.
Which size artificial pachira should I choose, 90 or 150 cm?
The 90 cm artificial pachira is suitable for a low cabinet, a desk corner, or on the floor next to an armchair: it brings greenery at eye level when seated. The 150 cm pachira, with its denser crown and 17 cm pot, plays the role of a small tree in an entrance hall, living room, or meeting room. Its cachepot only raises it by a few centimeters; however, allow about 75 cm of width for the crown of the large model.
Is artificial pachira dangerous for pets?
The artificial pachira contains no sap, pollen, or seeds, and poses no chemical toxicity to cats or dogs. The risk comes from a pet chewing on the leaflets and swallowing small pieces of plastic. If your pet tends to nibble on plants, place the pachira out of reach or keep an eye on them for the first few days. In case of ingestion, consult your veterinarian.
Why choose an artificial pachira over a live one?
The artificial pachira avoids the two most common problems with live pachiras: stem rot from overwatering and leaf drop in low light. It maintains a full crown and healthy stem in any room, with no watering or fertilizer. A live pachira is still a good choice near a bright window if you enjoy caring for your plants. The artificial one, however, is ideal for offices, dark rooms, and vacation homes.
How to place an artificial pachira in a planter?
The artificial pachira comes in a black plastic nursery pot, 15 cm for the 90 cm plant and 17 cm for the 150 cm plant, without a decorative pot. Slide it as is into a slightly wider container: 17 to 20 cm for the small one, 20 to 25 cm for the large one. Secure it with gravel or clay pebbles, then cover the surface with decorative moss, bark or stones. For the 150 cm plant, a heavy decorative pot balances the crown.
Why does the artificial money tree have a braided trunk?
The artificial pachira reproduces the way the real Guyanese chestnut tree is often sold in a pot: several young, flexible trunks are braided together as they grow, creating this decorative twist. In Asia, this shape is associated with luck and prosperity, which is why it is nicknamed the money tree. On the artificial model, the brown braid is fixed and will not move. It is one of the most recognizable features of the plant.
Artificial Pachira (Pachira aquatica): features and benefits
The Guyanese chestnut tree (Pachira aquatica) is a tree in the Malvaceae family, native to the wetlands of Central and South America. When grown in a pot, it is often cultivated with several young trunks braided together, and it is renowned in Asia for bringing good luck, hence its nickname, the money tree. This artificial pachira reproduces this typical form: a brown braided trunk topped with a crown of medium-green palmate leaves. It is available in 90 cm, in a 15 cm pot, and in 150 cm, in a 17 cm pot with a fuller crown. It is for indoor use only.
Where to place an artificial pachira?
The 90 cm model can be placed on the floor next to a sofa, on a low sideboard, or in the corner of a desk, where it adds a touch of greenery at eye level when seated. The 150 cm model becomes a real little indoor tree: it dresses up an entrance, a dining area, or a meeting room. Its braided trunk catches the eye, making it a lovely housewarming or business opening gift. For a decor that mixes natural and artificial, pair it with real houseplants in the brightest places.
How to care for an artificial pachira?
Crown: soft feather duster every two weeks.
Braided trunk: dry brush in the crevices to remove dust.
Rinsing: lukewarm water twice a year, air dry.
Exposure: no light required, no direct sunlight behind glass.
Balance: heavier pot cover for the 150 cm model.
Artificial pachira or real Guyanese chestnut tree: which one to choose?
The real pachira is quite tolerant, but it dislikes overwatering: too generous watering causes the base of its braided trunks to rot, while a lack of light makes it become leggy and lose its leaves. It needs a bright place, without scorching sun, and spaced-out watering. The artificial one eliminates these risks: no rot, no yellow leaves, an always full crown. If you like watching a plant grow near a window, the real pachira is a good companion; for a dark room, an office, or a hassle-free gift, the artificial one is simpler.
Buy an artificial pachira at Plant and Stories
Two sizes to choose from: 90 cm in a 15 cm nursery pot, for a low piece of furniture or a desk corner, and 150 cm in a 17 cm pot, for an entrance or a living room corner. Both are delivered without a pot cover, directly from our partner producer. Order your braided-trunk pachira and install a little lucky tree in your home.