Golden Pothos (Money Plant) plant

Golden Pothos (Money Plant)

البوتس (نبتة المال)

Epipremnum aureum

Approximate price

Approx. SAR 70-150

Available size

Medium · Approx. 40-90 cm

Pet safety

Not Pet Friendly

Care level

Easy

Light

Low light

Watering

Moderate water

Recommended placement

Indoor · Office, Kitchen, Bathroom

Availability

Usually available, subject to seasonal stock

Pot size

17-21 cm pot

Estimated prices for a healthy medium-size plant in a standard pot at premium Riyadh plant shops; they vary by size, pot and availability.

Plant overview

Heart-shaped marbled leaves on fast-growing vines.

Train it up a moss pole or let it trail from a shelf. Cuttings root in a glass of water within two weeks.

Botanical name

Epipremnum aureum

Varieties: Golden, Marble Queen, Neon, Jade

Origin

Pacific islands

Mature size

Approx. 40-90 cm

Final size varies with the variety, pot size and light conditions.

Growth rate

Fast

Light details

Low light

Happy with indirect light in inner rooms. Avoid an exposed south-facing window.

Watering details

Water once the top 3-5 cm of soil is dry and empty the saucer afterwards. Yellow leaves mean too much water; drooping means watering was late.

Watering needs change with room temperature, pot size and season, so check the soil rather than following a fixed schedule.

Humidity

Low humidity is fine

Handles dry air well and needs no extra humidity.

Temperature

Ordinary indoor temperatures between 18 and 28°C suit it well.

Avoid direct AC airflow and intense heat behind glass in summer.

Soil

A well-draining indoor potting mix.

Fertilizer

A balanced diluted liquid feed once a month from spring to early autumn; stop in winter.

Repotting

Repot when roots fill the pot or push through the drainage holes, when the plant becomes unstable, or when growth slows. Move up one pot size only.

Pruning

Trim long or bare stems to keep the plant full, and remove any yellow leaves.

Leaf care

Wipe broad leaves with a damp cloth to remove dust, and avoid leaf-polish products.

Caring for this plant in Riyadh

Tolerates the dimmest corridor. Yellow leaves mean too much water, not too little.

Pet safety details

CatsNot Pet FriendlyDogsNot Pet Friendly

Toxic (calcium oxalate crystals): mouth irritation, drooling, vomiting. Keep trailing vines out of reach of cats.

Source: the ASPCA list of toxic and non-toxic plants. If a pet swallows any plant, contact a veterinarian immediately.

Common problems

  • Yellow leaves: usually overwatering or poor drainage.
  • Brown tips: dry air, tap-water minerals or a direct AC draft.
  • Drooping: watering was delayed or the soil dried out completely.
  • Slow growth: not enough light or time to repot.

Common pests

Spider mites in dry conditions, Mealybugs on stems and leaves, Fungus gnats when the soil stays wet

Best placement

  • Office
  • Kitchen
  • Bathroom
  • Living room
  • Desk

Gifting

Plant meaning

Known locally as the money plant and linked with prosperity.

Pot and planter

Simple cream ceramic in keeping with the Flower Palace look.

Size options

  • Small·20-40 cm · 12-15 cm pot
  • Medium·40-90 cm · 17-21 cm pot
  • Large·90-150 cm · 24-30 cm pot
  • Statement·Over 150 cm · 30 cm pot and above

Available sizes vary by plant and stock; confirm the size when ordering.

Plant specialist note

Ideal for high shelves and entrances; trimming keeps it full.

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