Bird of Paradise vs Money Tree
Side-by-side comparison.
| Bird of Paradise | Money Tree | |
|---|---|---|
| Difficulty | Intermediate | Beginner |
| Light | Bright indirect light, tolerates some direct sun | Bright indirect light |
| Water | Allow top 2-3 inches to dry, water thoroughly, ~weekly | When top 2-3 in dry, every 1-2 weeks |
| Humidity | 50-70% | 50-60% |
| Mature size | 3-6 ft indoors | 6-8 ft indoors |
| Pet-safe? | Toxic to cats & dogs | Yes (non-toxic to cats & dogs) |