Money Tree and Seven-Leaf Umbrella Tree can have similar compound leaves. Compare stems and documented labels before deciding which care guide fits.
1. Fortune tree
The plant with a wealthy tree is generally high, which can grow to four to five meters. The crown is loose, and there are many branches. The leaves of the fortune tree are long and round, the leaves are more sharp, and the outer leaves are generally smaller. The flowers of the fortune trees are very large, the petals are cracks, the colors are red, white, and yellow, and the flowers are bright and colorful.
2. Qiye lotus
Seven leaf lotus plants can generally grow to three meters high, and the stems are distributed with thin vertical stripes on it. Its leaves generally grow symmetrically, and the petiole is generally long. There are usually seven small leaves, and its name is also obtained from this. The leaves of Qiye lotus are green, and part of the leaves near the root are generally pale green and more shiny. Its flowers are relatively large, and the diameter can reach 1.5-2.5 cm. The color is white, and the stems are relatively obvious.
Second, the growth habit distinguishes
1. Fortune tree. The environment that the fortune tree likes must be high at the same time. The humidity should also be high. It cannot resist the cold climate, especially the seedlings of the fortune tree must not be frosty. The mature fortune tree has a little ability to resist frost. In the South China region, the fortune tree can be used to spend the winter outside, but in the northern climate environment, it is necessary to put it indoors to cultivate to prevent freezing. Fortune trees like soil with good water permeability and water retention. The soil must be fertile and loose, and acidic.
2. Qiye lotus. Qiye lotus is generally more common in valleys or dark and humid forests. The environment with high temperature and high humidity is most suitable for its growth. Qiye lotus's requirements for the soil must have good drainage and sandpaper soil. The temperature of Qiye lotus is generally controlled between 20-28 degrees Celsius. In winter, you must do a good job of heat preservation. In summer, remember not to let the sun shine directly on the seven -leaf lotus, and you can place it directly in the dark place. In two seasons of autumn and winter, you can let Qiye lotus bask in the sun.
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