Scindapsus Aureus - Devils Ivy 14cm

Scientific Name: Epipremnum Aureus
Synonyms: Golden Pothos, Money Plant, Devil's Ivy, Ivy Arum, Scindapsus Aureus

The Golden Pothos is a staple in many plant collections and makes for the perfect beginner plant. Not only is it super easy-care, but it can also withstand a variety of lighting conditions without hindering its performance. However, avoid direct sun as this can lead to a washout appearance and a scorched plant.

The Golden Pothos (also called Devil's Ivy) will happily creep, trail, or climb on any available surface, as it does in its natural habitat, making it a fantastic hanging specimen. As an evergreen, it's sure to look good all year round.

Hailing from the Island of Mo'orea in the Society Islands, this tropical gem has low maintenance needs. However, to keep it truly thriving, provide good humidity and regular watering.

Golden Pothos Care Instructions

• Height:
  Indoors: up to 2 meters
  Outdoors: up to 20 meters

• Light:
  Medium to Bright Indirect light.

• Water:
  Water approximately once a week, allowing the top 50% of your soil to dry out before watering again. Adjust watering frequency in lower light conditions.

• Humidity:
  Low to Medium Humidity is sufficient. In a normal home environment, no adjustments to humidity should be required.

• Temperature:
  Can live happily in temperature ranges between 17°C and 30°C but will tolerate lower temperatures for short periods of time.

• Soil:
  A free-draining organic all-purpose potting mix is sufficient.

• Fertilizer:
  For optimal growth, fertilize every 2 - 4 weeks with a well-balanced organic fertilizer from Spring to Autumn.

• Repotting:
  Repot during Spring and Summer when your plant has become completely rootbound in its container or no new growth is taking place. Use a pot no bigger than 5cm larger than its current container.

• Propagation:
  These are some of the easiest plants to propagate:

  • Take stem cuttings that have at least 4 - 5 leaf nodes or are 10 - 15 cm in length.
  • Strip off lower leaves, but leave some near the growing tip.
  • Place the leafless part of the stem in water and keep it on a bright, filtered windowsill.
  • Wait for roots to develop. Once they are 3 - 5cm in length, pot up into a well-draining potting mix.
  • Keep evenly moist until your young cuttings start putting out new growth. Once this happens, treat them as you would a mature plant.

With its stunning appearance and minimal care requirements, the Golden Pothos is a must-have addition to any home or office.