Money-in-bunch is a plant with small leaves whose shape is similar to coins and many believe that they attract prosperity. The plant, also known as Tostão, releases energies capable of attracting luck and money to those who have faith in the power of the little plants.
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But, beyond the mystical issues, the plant is beautiful and a great decoration option for gardens, balconies and different environments. In addition, it is an easy-to-grow plant that can easily be planted directly in the ground and in a pot. In fact, in many gardens, this plant grows normally, as it adapts easily to different climates and environments.
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Tips for planting
“Dinheiro-em-penca” is, in fact, the nickname for Callisia Repens, which is a creeping and typically tropical plant, and therefore grows easily in Brazil. To plant it, it is necessary to use seedlings of the plant, and to remove these seedlings, it is necessary to cut a branch of approximately 10 cm.
This branch should be buried in a substrate rich in organic matter, duly fertilized and humid. But be careful, bury the branch so that at least four nodes, or leaves, are under the substrate.
And, in addition, cover the plant without leaving the earth too compact, as this can harm the growth of the plant. Therefore, leave the soil softer, and the plant in a half-shaded place, without direct contact with the sun. As for care, you will see that the plant does not require anything complicated. Check out.
care for cultivation
Both in the garden and in vases, Dinheiro-em-Penca will only grow in half-shaded environments, so don't leave it in direct contact with the sun. As for watering, these must be carried out moderately, ensuring that the soil is always moist, but not soggy.
For this, it is recommended that you do the toothpick test whenever necessary to check when the plant is dry. Thus, you will have more control over the soil, avoiding complete dryness and also the cultivation of a soggy soil.
In addition to these tips, it is also recommended that the fertilization process takes place every three months to ensure soil richness. And you will see that, following these tips, your plant will grow a lot!