Is it ok to take cuttings from my Money Tree without damaging it to keep it a nice shape?

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Sparkier asked:


Any additional info on how to best look after them would be much appreciated. I’ve rescude mine from a nieghbour and it’s my pet plant at the moment!

LIANA
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3 Responses to “Is it ok to take cuttings from my Money Tree without damaging it to keep it a nice shape?”

  1. Evil J.Twin Says:
    June 21st, 2009 at 6:40 am

    It is safe to take a few cuttings but not too many. If you take too many, your money tree will die.

  2. Elly J Says:
    June 22nd, 2009 at 11:53 pm

    lots of humidity,they really don’t care for a/c too much. Morning sun, and don’t overwater!! Plant in porous soil, add some “filler” to your potting mix. Or just get miracle grow potting “mix” They really are beautiful plants!

  3. df382 Says:
    June 24th, 2009 at 8:30 pm

    No it is not OK to prune your money tree. The belief is every leaf on the tree represents some of your money. Prune some leaves off and you will lose some money.

    Just check which money tree you have because a few plants have the name money tree, including a South African succulent.

    If you are not superstitious it’s best to prune the tree to keep it compact. Prune off long stems and sticking out leaves.

    The tree can also be turned into a bonsai where you prune the roots as well as the foliage.