Epipremnum aureum, popularly known as Money
plant have unique place in houseplants grown indoors. It is common belief that
having Money plant at home brings prosperity. They are climbers by nature, grow
up to 12 feet. It doesn’t require extensive care and ideal for beginners. Money
plant can be grown without soil in water filled bottles and jars. It is also
known as Golden Pothos, silver vine, ivy arum.
Propagation
Money
plant is very easy to propagate. Take stem cuttings of existing plant and put
in bottles or jars filled with water. In case of transplanting in pot, make a
hole in soil and plant it. Money plant can be planted in any season.
Container/
Pot
Generally
medium sized container or pots are used as they are fast grower otherwise you
will need to repot the plant frequently. Pot should provide good drainage. For
small sized money plant vine, you can use glass or plastic bottles too.
Soil
Either
you choose soil or soil less cultivation, both works well. If you are planting
in pots then select well drained, aerated soil. Normal garden red soil worked
for me too. Or use soil used for cacti plantation. Keep the soil slightly
moist. Put a support like bamboo in soil, it helps money plant to climb.
Sun
/ Temperature
Money
plant can grow in direct sun light as well as indoors in indirect sun light.
Too much direct sun light can burn leaves. Partial shaded location is ideal for
its growth.
Watering
Money
plant needs water for good growth. Allow soil to dry out between two watering
sessions. Water it once in week in summer and biweekly in winter season. Do not
over water it as it will cause roots to rot. If leaves are curling up, turning
yellow then it is sign of excessive watering. Keep check on that.
Fertilizer
Use any
common purpose fertilizer or good quality compost is enough. In case of
liquid fertilizer dilute it first then use. Add fertilizer during evening.
Pruning
Trimming
dead leaves and branches will encourage new growth.
Check out how to root Money Plant
in the water.
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