yellowing leaves on money tree

Question

I have a large braided Money Tree or Pachira. The leaves are getting this odd yellowing and falling off. The plant is indoors and has been recently transplanted into a pot that is possibly too large. The humidity level is low and the plant has good air circulation, actually the a/c causes the leaves to move a bit when it comes on. I’ve had this tree for many years and hope you can help! What is the cause and what should I do about it?

Answer 1

I think the money tree’s environment is the cause. A money tree actually requires above room room humidity. Air conditioning would remove moisture from the air. I would recommend removing your plant from the draft of the air conditioner as well – it may be making your plant too cold.

For more information on how to care for a money tree, please visit the following link:
https://www.gardeningknowhow.com/houseplants/pachira-money-tree/growing-money-tree-houseplant.htm

Here is a link to an article that discusses reasons for yellowing leaves:
https://www.gardeningknowhow.com/plant-problems/environmental/plant-leaves-turn-yellow.htm