Meaning

• (non-idiomatic usage) An imaginary tree from which money can be plucked; mentioned as an impossible object — see: money doesn't grow on trees.

• A miniature tree sculpture decorated with currency, often used as a raffle prize or a gift.

• (commercial name) The Malabar chestnut, Pachira aquatica.

• The jade plant, Crassula ovata.

• The cocoa tree, Theobroma cacao.

• A kind of holy tree believed to bring money and good fortune.

• A cheap tree sculpture, decorated with currency, used as a raffle prize because it would be illegal to offer a cash prize.