Plant profile
Money Plant
Epipremnum aureum
Air-purifying vine that thrives in low light. Symbol of prosperity and good luck.
Care snapshot
Light
Low light tolerant
Water
Every 4-5 days
Difficulty
Easy
Growth
Fast
Space
Medium space, up to 300 cm
Typical cost
₹100-250
Why it works
Good fit notes
Thrives in low light
Care tip: Water when top soil feels dry
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Best for
Household fit
Safe enough for this home?
Contains insoluble calcium oxalate raphides; chewing can irritate pets and children.
Keep away from chewing pets and toddlers; wash hands after pruning sap.
Placement
Where it works best
India climate
What to watch
Buying check
Before you bring it home
Look for
- Check for firm nodes if buying cuttings.
- Prefer plants with multiple rooted vines rather than one long weak vine.
- Variegated cultivars need brighter indirect light.
Avoid
- Black mushy nodes
- Yellowing from soggy soil
- Mealybug at nodes
Plant personality
Useful traits
Money plant is usually Epipremnum aureum, not a true Pothos genus plant in current taxonomy.
It climbs with aerial roots but can also trail from hanging planters.
It tolerates low light better than most variegated houseplants, but strong direct sun can scorch leaves.
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