The Money Tree, or Pachira aquatica, is a popular houseplant in feng shui, believed to bring wealth and prosperity to its owners. It is also known for its medicinal properties in East Asian traditional medicine, especially in treating digestive issues.
Money Trees are considered rare and challenging to propagate. Beyond their aesthetic value, they are prized for their fragrant flowers, which are used in tea, liquor, and baking. The tree’s height ranges from 3 to 12 meters, with numerous branches spreading outward. It blooms year-round, but its fragrance is most potent and alluring in the autumn, making it a captivating addition to any space.
In feng shui, the Money Tree is seen as a symbol of good fortune and nobility, representing the prestige and fragrant success of its owner. Its presence is believed to bring business growth and enhance the reputation of the household.
The Significance of Money Trees in Feng Shui
According to feng shui principles, Money Trees attract not only wealth but also facilitate business expansion and the establishment of credibility. The sweet fragrance of its flowers purifies the air, dispels negative energy, and brings an air of elegance to the home.
Tradition holds that planting a Money Tree in front of a house brings prosperity, harmonious family relationships, and generational wealth.
When choosing a houseplant, many people consider the compatibility with their elemental sign. The Money Tree is unique in that it balances all five elements: Metal, Wood, Water, Fire, and Earth, making it especially beneficial for those with a Metal elemental sign. Due to this characteristic, anyone can benefit from growing and owning a Money Tree.
The Health Benefits of Money Trees
In East Asian traditional medicine, the flowers of the Money Tree are highly valued for their medicinal properties, addressing a range of ailments, from abdominal pain to joint pain, rheumatism, and issues related to the liver and stomach. As a result, they command a high price in the herbal medicine market, sometimes reaching up to tens of millions of dollars per pound.
The distinctive fragrance of the Money Tree’s flowers elevates the tea drinking experience, adds a touch of luxury to liquor, and enhances the flavor of delicate baked goods.
Additionally, Money Trees offer a host of other health benefits, including improved gastric emptying for patients with gastroesophageal reflux disease, enhanced digestion, a stronger immune system, liver benefits, and positive effects on the cardiovascular system.