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Overwatered Plant Signs: Wet Soil or Root Trouble?
A damp pot is normal after watering. Check for trapped runoff, slower drying than usual, and worsening leaves or soft stems before deciding what to change.
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Money Tree problems and care notes
A braided money tree contains several trunks. Trace declining leaves to their trunk and check its base for softness; dark bark alone does not establish rot.
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Watering note
Water thoroughly after the upper mix dries and empty any saucer.
Light note
Bright indirect light; low light slows water use.
Drainage
high
Root rot risk
medium-high
Common problems
Pests to watch for
scalemealybugsspider mites
What to check on this plant
Feel each trunk base for softness or a new expanding damaged area; dark bark alone is not rot.
Look for water trapped in the outer pot.
Compare leaf loss with a recent move, cold exposure, and root-ball moisture.
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