The Money plant (Pothos) is easy to grow climber plant. E. aureum (Scientific name) is an evergreen vine. Epipremnum aureum is the scientific name of this plant. Scindapsus aureus is an indoor climbing, hanging, or trailing plant. It is a striking plant with fleshy, gold-splashed, green foliage which is typically heart-shaped, but often oval. There are plain green leaved varieties from which this particular plant was parented. They rarely flower when grown as indoor plants.
Maintenance
If you plant it in water then change the water of jar or bottle every 2-3 days. If you plant it in soil then do not water excessively. During summer water every alternate day and during winter after 4-5 days. Give time to soil to dry, then water.
Temperature: Prefers warmer temperatures of between 15 degrees C and 30 degrees c. Lower leaves will turn yellow or produce rust like spots if temperatures fall below 10 degrees c to 12 degrees c. If you plant it in a pot then ensure that pot should have proper drainage system otherwise roots of money plants will be damaged by excessive water.
Wooden or plastic pole warp with husk is suitable for climbing the plant up and foster faster growth.
Tie the stems as it grows up, till it reaches the top progressively.
You can also use coir ropes to wrap around plastic or glass poles which will give enough support for the plant to grow up.
Trim by cutting away dead or overgrown branches or stems of the money plant.
Fertilizer Dose
It needs common fertilizer. To plant in soil, use fertile soil. Use nitrate base fertilizer. If you are using liquid form then dilute it with water and then mix them in soil. Never add fertilizers just after trimming. Always add fertilizers in shade or in evening. Never add them in sunlight, as it can burn leaves.Throughout the months while the Philodendron hederaceum is actively growing apply standard liquid fertiliser once every two weeks. (1 teaspoon of soluble NPK 20-20-20 analysis fertilizer and 1 gallon of water).
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