How to grow and care for Epipremnum aureum
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Epipremnum aureum 101 - Plant Care Instructions
Medium
21C° ~30C°
Every 7 days
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water
How to water Epipremnum aureum
💬 Gardener's know-how
How often should I water?
check Epipremnum aureum Every 7 days if it needs water when it’s very cold (below 5℃), water less frequently
When do I need to water?
the top 2-3 inches of soil is dry
Light & Location
How much light does a Epipremnum aureum need?

Medium
Grow light
Low
Light preference
Epipremnum aureum likes Medium, Low, Grow light day. The brighter the space, the better this plant grows.
Check if there’s an optimal place in your house!
This plant prefers
500 ~ 2K lux to thrive!
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20K~
500
2K
Temperature
Natural habitat
-15
8~42℃
45
Houseplants
-15
21~30℃
45
Plants that grow in the wild and those that grow indoors prefer different temperatures. If you grow Epipremnum aureum at home, make sure the temperature is 21~30℃.
Humidity
Ideal humidity
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40~70%
100
Epipremnum aureum prefers humidity about 40~70%. If necessary, increase humidity by misting, humidifier.
Fertilize
Collective Knowhow
When should I fertilize?
Only when your plant is healthy
How frequently should I fertilize?
1-2 times in growing season. A pinch for a small pot.
Characteristic
Characteristic Name | Characteristic Value |
---|---|
Lifespan | Perennial |
Habitat | Australia |
Is Epipremnum aureum toxic?
Epipremnum aureum is dangerous to Dog, Cat, Hamster, Dog
Dog
Cat
Hamster
Dog
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