Money plant (Epipremnum aureum) is an evergreen vine which is one of the most common plants in every garden. It is a very easy plant which can be grown by even a beginner gardener. The common name devil's ivy comes from the fact that it is almost impossible to kill and it stays green even when kept in near dark conditions. It is believed to bring good luck and wards off financial obstacles hence it is referred to as the money plant.
The most common types of money plant are Golden pothos, Marble queen money plant, Silver money plant, and Jade money plant.
You can grow your money plant in locations which receive bright indirect sunlight. These areas should be free from direct sun exposure, or the plants will dry out and leaves might burn. Places like balconies and inside the house next to windows are the perfect spot for your money plants.
Money plant is a very good air purifier which removes airborne pollutants such as benzene, formaldehyde, xylene and carbon monoxide from its environment. It is also considered a very auspicious plant which brings prosperity and good wealth.
To learn about keeping your money plants healthy and beautiful, do continue reading this article.
Money plants are easy to grow and require very little to practically no maintenance at all.
Soil/ Water: Well-drained soil is preferred. You can also grow your money plant is just water. Make sure to change the water every 3-4 days once and that you are using clean water. Changing your money plant from a soil medium into a water medium or vice versa is not a good idea as the plant will experience a shock from which it might not recover.
The money plant growing in water has softer leaves compared to the ones growing in soil.
Sunlight: Bright indirect sunlight is ideal for your money plant however they can grow even in partial sunlight or partial shade areas. Too much direct sunlight can cause scorching of the leaves, so keep an eye out on how your plant is reacting to the direct light incase you are forced to grow them in this condition.
Propagation: Take a container, preferably a transparent glass jar so that you can check the root growth. Fill it with clean and fresh water. Take a healthy stem cutting of the money plant. Your cutting should ideally have 2-3 nodes. The cutting should be taken at a 45 degree angle, a few centimetres below the node region. Place the cutting in the water such that the lower most node is immersed in the water. Place the jar in a spot which receives bright indirect sunlight. Don’t forget to change the water once in 3-4 days. In a few weeks' time you should see tiny white roots starting to grow from the nodal region. You can leave it in water to continue growing or if you want to pot it in soil, wait till your plant grows 2-3 leaves.
Pruning: Make sure you remove the dead leaves and branches regularly to avoid pest attacks. To get a fuller plant, prune the leaves and stems growing in an outward direction. This encourages your plant to grow fuller and produces more branches. Always cut the stem below the nodal region. These cuttings can be used for propagation and you can get new plants in no time at all.
FAQ
Does Money Plant purify air?
Money plant is a very good air purifier which removes airborne pollutants air such as benzene, formaldehyde, xylene and carbon monoxide from its environment.
Is money plant safe for animals?
Money plants are safe for animals. They are not known to be toxic for animals.
What are other names of Money Plant?
Other names for Money Plant include Pothos, Devil's ivy, Ceylon creeper and Ivy arum.
Common Issues of the Money Plant
If your money plant leaves are yellowing and falling, your plant is probably getting too much sun or too much water.
Common pests for Money Plant
Common pests which may attack your money plant are Mealy bugs, Aphids and Thrips.
Complimentary Plants with your Money Plant
Monsteras, Spider plants, Snake plants, Peperomia and plants which require bright indirect light are good complimentary plants for money plant.
How To Make Money Plant Bushy?
Prune the leaves and stems growing in an outward direction. This encourages your plant to grow fuller and produces more branches, which will make your money plant bushier.
Why do they call it a money plant?
It is believed to bring good luck and wards off financial obstacles hence it is referred to as the money plant.
Is money plant good to keep at home?
Keeping a money plant in your home is believed to remove financial obstacles and brings prosperity & good luck according to vastu experts.
Should money plant be kept in sunlight?
Bright indirect sunlight is ideal for your money plant. Direct sunlight may cause the leaves to burn.
How can money plant grow faster?
Growing the plant in water first to ensure that the roots are well developed will help in getting a healthier plant. This will help the plant to grow faster.
What are the disadvantages of money plant?
Technically there are no disadvantages of growing plants in general. Many people believe that the direction of the money plant in the home is important.
How many days does it take for money plant to grow?
A stem cutting will take a few weeks to start producing new roots.
Is money plant in aquarium is suitable for fish?
Yes. The money plant when growing absorbs the nitrates which might harm the fish.
My money plant keeps tipping over! Does anyone know why?
Your money plant is overgrowing. Pruning will help it to grow bushy and won’t become leggy.
Get Help From An Expert
Money plant is very easy to grow. But nevertheless you might want some help in growing your money plant.
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