Too much moisture damages the money tree
The most common cause of falling leaves and branches is too much moisture. As succulents, penny trees like it dry, light and warm.
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If the roots are in waterlogging, they start to rot and can no longer absorb water. Initially, the leaves become soft and fall off. Later this also affects the branches, which curl up and then also fall off.
If the branches fall off, the money tree can often no longer be saved.
What to do when the leaves fall off
As soon as the leaves fall off, you should check whether the substrate of the houseplant is too moist. to water Do not buy a money tree until the top layers of the earth are completely dry. Pour excess water out of the saucer as soon as possible.
It is often sufficient if you only provide the money tree with a little water every three weeks. Some hobby gardeners only water their money tree when the leaves are slightly wrinkled.
Can the money tree still be saved?
It becomes problematic when the branches of the money tree also become soft and fall off. Then you can assume that the plant has stood in waterlogging or that Mealybug have infested them.
Cut off any soft and rotten branches. Take the plant out of the pot and see if the roots are still healthy. If so, you can try repotting the money tree.
At a Pest infestation you should immediately take appropriate action to save the money tree.
Tips
Soft and sloping branches often occur when the money tree is outside in a too humid place in summer. It is better to place it in a sunny but covered position so that it does not stand in waterlogging even after heavy downpours.
