Pachira aquatica is a tropical wetland tree species that belongs to the family Malvaceae. It is commonly known as the Money Tree or Guiana Chestnut. The plant is known for its braided trunk and green palmate leaves that resemble an open hand. The tree can grow up to 18 meters (59 feet) tall in the wild, but indoor plants usually reach a height of 1-2 meters (3-6 feet).