Tropical chestnuts, a genus of flowering plants, mandates a basic care profile centered around sufficient light, moderate watering, warm temperatures, and well-drained soil type. Common challenges for tropical chestnuts include pests such as caterpillars, and diseases like root rot and fungal infections. This genus is sensitive to extreme cold and waterlogging. Seasonally, tropical chestnuts requires a reduction in water during winter, while demanding steady light exposure and temperature. A careful balance of these factors can ensure its healthy growth.