Fortune tree and fortune tree are different. They are not the same plant. The specific differences are shown in the following five points

1. Different varieties

Fortune tree is also called melon chestnut, goose palm money and Sino American kapok, while fortune tree is called Queensland umbrella tree, Australian duck foot wood and big leaf umbrella. Although they are somewhat similar, they are not the same plant

2. Difference between branches and leaves

First of all, the trunk of fortune tree is generally thicker, while the trunk of fortune tree will be smaller and shrubby. Secondly, the leaves of Zhaocai tree are smaller, about 10 cm long, with hard texture, various shapes and shiny surface; The leaves of fortune tree are larger, which can reach about 20 cm. The texture is relatively soft, paper-based, with obvious layers. When the leaves droop, they look like an umbrella

3. Flower difference

The flowering period of fortune tree is generally in April and may every year. The flowers are rich in color, including red, white and yellow. The color of the flowers of Zhaocai tree is relatively single, only white

4. Origin difference

Fortune trees are mainly produced in Latin America, and domestic fortune trees are mainly produced in Taiwan. Zhaocai tree is mainly produced in Australia and the Pacific Islands, which is convenient to grow, so it is widely planted in China

5. Parenting differences

The planting of fortune tree is simple and does not require high upbringing, but the demand for fertilizer is relatively large. It needs to be fertilized once a week after it is put into the pot. Zhaocai tree is afraid of drought and humidity. It has strict watering methods. If it doesn't dry, it can't be watered