Guiana Chestnut Plant
Guiana Chestnut (Pachira aquatica) is a tree growing 6-10 feet tall, hardy in USDA zones 10-11, with fast growth in moist, well-drained soil, requiring bright, indirect light and high moisture, and it is neither edible nor medicinal.
Habit
Tree
Height
10-30 ft
Growth
Fast
Soil
Well-drained, loam
Shade
Bright, indirect
Moisture
High
Edible
No
Medicinal
No
Origin
S. America
Climatic Condition
Tropical, Subtropical
Temperature (°)
18-30°C
Humidity (%)
60-80
Potting media
Loam, compost
Fertilizers
Organic
Watering
Moderate
Plant Weight
2-5 kg
Flowering Time
Spring
Soil Ph level
6.0-7.5
Water Ph level
6.0-7.5
Soil EC
1.0-1.3
Yield Per Plant
Ornamental, edible seeds
NPK ratio
10:10:10
life Span
30+ years
Health Benefits
Air purification, feng shui benefits
Common Diseases and Remedies
Common Diseases
Root Rot, Leaf Spot, Powdery Mildew, Aphids, Mealybugs
Symptoms
Wilting, brown spots, white powder, sticky residue
Organic Remedies
Improve soil drainage, prune affected leaves, use neem oil
In-Organic Remedies
Fungicides, systemic insecticides
HEALTH BENEFITS
· Known for purifying air indoors.
· In some cultures, used as a mild medicinal plant for digestive issues.