Money plant, also known as Devil’s Ivy, is a very common indoor plant. It requires minimum maintenance and is very easy to propagate in water and soil. I have four to five pathos at my home, two in water and three in soil.
This pant is known as Pothos in the US and Money Plant in India. Pothos is a popular plant in many cultures. This plant is believed to bring positivity and good luck.
10 Facts About Pothos/Money Plant
1. Pothos is known by several names such as Devil’s Ivy and Money Plant.
2. The scientific name for pothos is Epipremnum aureum.
3. This plant is native to Southeast Asia and the Pacific Islands.
4. Pothos is a climbing vine that can grow up to 20 meters in length.
5. Pothos has beautiful heart-shaped leaves that can grow up to 30 centimeters in length. Leaves can be green in color or greenish yellow (variegated variety).
6. Like any other plant, Pothos purifies the air and can clean the indoor atmosphere. Therefore it is a good candidate to be kept at home or office.
7. Pothos is very easy to maintain and can grown in water and soil. It is a fast-growing plant with little care and maintenance.
8. Pothos is an excellent gift for housewarming and birthday parties.
9. Pothos can be toxic to pets and humans if ingested.
10. Pothos is also known for its traditional medicinal properties to treat a variety of ailments, including respiratory problems, skin conditions, and digestive issues.
My Experience With the Pothos Plant
As I have mentioned earlier in this post, I have several Pothos plants in my house. I have green ones and variegated ones as well. I like propagating the Pothos plant in soil.
🌱I have seen that in soil the Pothos plant grows faster than in water.
🌱Also, this plant is very easy to maintain as it is not demanding at all.
🌱You can grow this plant in low light and bright light.
🌱It does not need to be watered every day. Once in a week is fine, if you have it indoors and more frequently if going outdoors in the sun.
Last Words
Even if you are an amateur gardener and you just want to experiment with your gardening skills, bring a Pothos plant home and start taking care of it. Trust me, you will love it.
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I had not known the Pothos name—I guess I was frequenting too many Chinese restaurants! 😀
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