Money Tree (Pachira) Yellow Leaves: Water by Weight, Not Routine

Your Pachira aquatica yellowed after repotting and increased watering. It prefers being pot-bound and drying out deeply between waterings.

Recovery

1. Stop watering on a schedule.
2. Use the weight method: water thoroughly, then wait until pot feels much lighter and soil surface is pale.
3. Don’t swing from too wet to bone dry—consistent deep dry-down is key.
4. Fertilize lightly with a balanced formula once recovered.

The white stem base may be normal or slight fungal growth—monitor. If new leaves stay green, you’re on track.