Description
Money Plant is Botanically known as Epipremnum aureum marble queen from the Araceae family. Common names are money plant, pothos, Scindapsus plant, Devil's ivy, Marble queen money plant, etc. It is an evergreen perennial indoor attractive climbing plant. Money plant is best to fill the house with greenery and bring in good luck, happiness, and prosperity.
Epipremnum aureum is a tropical vine plant. According to the NASA Clean Air Study money plant is listed as one of the top 10 air-filtering plants as it kills the harmful toxins present in the atmosphere. It is also considered a symbol of good luck and prosperity. There is a belief that it brings wealth and abundance to the house, so mostly the householders grow them at home indoors. They can thrive in full sun to partial shade conditions both indoors and outdoors. As per Vastu experts, they recommend planting money plants inside the house as they bring good luck and prosperity.
What does make it Special??
- NASA recommended air purifier plant.
- Best plant for AC rooms, office desk, Bedroom etc.
- Popular low maintenance, good luck plant.
- Best for both indoor and outdoor.
- Used in pot as well as in hanging.
- This variety has bright Variegated, Green, White, Cream or off white silvery leaves which makes it unique from other pothos.
MAXIMUM HEIGHT - It generally reaches more than 20 meter height, but it also depend on the maturity & it's location.
BLOOMING YEAR - Flowers are inconspicuous, but they are popular for their attractive leaves.
GROWING TIPS
- Till these plants grow on the ground their leaves stay small. Once they get the support of a tree or wall their leaves become huge.
- Their growth habit makes them useful as pedestal plants, in terrariums, on moss sticks, as ground covers and for hanging baskets.
- Plants can tolerate water very well. In fact plants growing in plain water survive and thrive for years.
- It's cutting can also grow in water even without soil.
- Plants like to grow in bright light but not direct sunlight.
- Clean the leaves with wet cloth once in a week. Remove any damaged/diseased plant part & discard it away from planting area.
SUITABLE LOCATION
Shaded Balcony, Office Plant, Bedroom Plant, Air Purifying Plant, Attractive Foliage Plant, Hanging Basket, Vertical Garden etc.
INSI DE THE BOX
S.No. | PRODUCT NAME | DIMENSION |
1. | Money plant Marble Queen Plant | 0.5-1 Feet Height |
2. | Growing Pot (Black color) | 6 Inch |
*above specifications are for indicative purpose only, actual dimensions may slightly vary.
PLANT CARE
LIGHT CONDITION - Can grow in Indirect Bright light or Semi shade or Indoor some time in full sunlight also.
WATERING SCHEDULE - Remember Overwater can kill your Money plant when it is in soil, but it can also grown in full water even without soil. Water when the topsoil(2-3 inch) feels dry to touch. Moderate Watering(in every 2-3days)
SOIL TYPE - The soil should be well-drained, fertile and rich in organic content.
TEMPERATURE - The average temperature should be 18-30 Degree Celsius.
FERTILIZER APPLICATION - Apply any organic fertilizer once in a month. Do not forget to water your plant immediately after application of fertilizer.
PLANT PROTECTION - remove dead, infected or damaged plant parts and discard them away from the plants. Generally it is not affected by any pest or disease, in case of any infections, you can use Neem oil spray for primary treatment.
INITIAL CARE FOR 10-15 DAYS JUST AFTER RECEIVING YOUR PLANT
- Remove the Packaging Materials carefully.
- Press the soil in the pot & add additional soil(garden mix) if necessary.
- Maintain moisture in the pot, Do not overwater it may kill your plant, so make sure that the soil should be dry between watering.
- Make sure that plants get enough morning direct bright light(2-3hrs) for 10-15 days & do not go for immediate transplanting (minimum 1 month)
- You can remain the plant in the same pot for 6-7 months, later you can transplant it in the slightly bigger pot than the present.
- Just prune if any branch of the plant is get damaged in transits. New leaves will come definitely.