Malabar Chestnut
AU$65.00
Price incl. GST (10%) AU$5.91
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The Pachira glabra, commonly known as the Malabar Chestnut, Saba Nut, Brazilian Guiana Chestnut or Money Tree, is a beautiful tropical plant prized for its attractive, braided trunk and glossy green leaves. This versatile tree produces large, nut-filled pods with edible seeds that have a chestnut-like flavour. It is popular for both ornamental purposes and as a source of food, making it a perfect addition to home gardens or indoor spaces.
This tropical tree thrives in warm, humid climates and prefers well-drained soil with a pH range of 6.0 to 7.5. It grows well in full shade to partial shade and requires moderate to heavy watering, making it relatively easy to care for. Pachira glabra can be grown outdoors in subtropical to tropical regions or as a striking indoor plant. It typically begins producing its edible seeds within 3-5 years.
Key features of Pachira glabra include:
- Common names: Brazilian Guiana Chestnut, Money Tree
- Fruit: Large pods with edible, chestnut-flavoured seeds
- Soil preference: Well-drained soil; pH range 6.0 to 7.5
- Sunlight: Full sun to partial shade
- Watering needs: Moderate
- Growth habit: Compact, suitable for indoor containers or outdoor gardens
- Climate suitability: Subtropical to tropical regions
- Uses: Edible seeds, ornamental plant, indoor decoration
Enhance your home or garden with the elegant and useful Pachira glabra. Order your tree today and enjoy its beauty and nutritious seeds!
Keywords: Pachira glabra, Brazilian Guiana Chestnut, Money Tree, edible seeds, ornamental plant, tropical tree, home gardening, warm climates.
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Malabar Chestnut
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