A money tree needs very little water and fertilizer. Many gardeners forget this and water the money tree too often. As a result, the houseplant often loses leaves and branches. While the dropping of the leaves themselves isn't that dramatic, soft, drooping branches are an indication that the money tree is doing very poorly.

If the money tree loses leaves and branches, quick action is required

Too much moisture damages the money tree

The most common reason for falling leaves and branches is too much moisture. As succulents, penny trees like it dry, light and warm.

If the roots are waterlogged, they begin to rot and can no longer absorb water. First, the leaves soften and fall off. Later, this also affects the branches, which curl up and then fall off as well.

With falling branches, the money tree can often no longer be saved.

What to do when the leaves fall off

As soon as the leaves fall off, you should check whether the substrate of the houseplant is too moist. Always water a money tree only when the top layers of soil are completely dry. Pour off excess water from the saucer as soon as possible.

It is often sufficient if you only water the money tree every three weeks. Some hobby gardeners only water their money tree when the leaves are slightly wrinkled.

Can the money tree still be saved?

It becomes problematic when the branches of the money tree also become soft and fall off. Then you can assume that the plant has been waterlogged or that mealybugs have infested it.

Cut off all soft and rotten branches. Take the plant out of the pot and see if the roots are still healthy. If so, you can try repotting the money tree.

In the event of a pest infestation, you should immediately take appropriate measures to save the money tree.

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Soft and falling branches often occur when the money tree is outside in a too humid place in summer. It is better to set it up in a sunny but covered place so that it does not get waterlogged even after heavy downpours.

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Vegetable garden