Should I water the roots or leaves of the Epipremnum aureum?
A mini guide to watering the Epipremnum aureum, whether to water the roots or leaves, and some tips for caring for the houseplant. Here is a detailed introduction.
Speaking of green plants, many plant enthusiasts prefer the Epipremnum aureum, a plant with green leaves and stems. Sometimes, some roots may sprout on the stems, which looks quite unique. Hence, many enthusiasts keep Epipremnum aureum at home for enjoyment. Like other indoor plants such as the虎皮兰 (Huepilian),吊兰 (Diao Lan), 文竹 (Wen Zhu), 富贵竹 (Fu Gui Zhu), 金钱树 (Jin Qian Shu), 平安树 (Ping An Shu), and 发财树 (Fa Cai Shu), placing it in the living room can help it thrive. It grows relatively fast, and enthusiasts can propagate several pots after half a year of care.
In fact, the Epipremnum aureum has many aliases, but most enthusiasts are not aware of them. Its aliases include魔鬼藤 (Devil Vine), 石柑子 (Shi Gan Zi), 竹叶禾子 (Bamboo Leaf禾子), 黄金葛 (Huang Jin Ge), 黄金藤 (Huang Jin Teng), etc. It belongs to the Monocotyledonae, Alismatales, Araceae, and Epipremnum genus. The petioles of mature branches are robust, 30-40 cm long, with upper joints 2.5-3 cm long. Wild Epipremnum aureum grows in tropical regions, with very fast growth and strong reproductive ability. However, when caring for Epipremnum aureum at home, we should also pay attention to some issues. It is best to water it more frequently and整理 (tidy up) the roots, and then pay attention to the following point to make the plant grow better. Let's learn about it together.
Keep the Epipremnum aureum well-watered, tidy the roots, and pay attention to "1 point" for faster growth!
Water More
Many enthusiasts keep the Epipremnum aureum on a balcony with scattered light, which can be considered as outdoor maintenance. In the summer, it needs more water because the plant requires a lot of water. Generally, you can water it once every 1 or 2 days, and in other seasons, you can water it when the potting soil dries out. It is important to understand that the Epipremnum aureum prefers to grow in moist soil, and when the soil becomes dry, we must water it. Moreover, the roots of the Epipremnum aureum are fleshy, meaning they have a fleshy root system. A little lack of water will not cause a problem, but excessive watering can cause the roots to rot.
Repot and Tidy the Roots
The Epipremnum aureum not only grows leaves quickly but also its roots grow fast, so it is easy to become pot-bound when caring for it. When the crown diameter exceeds 1.5 times the diameter of the pot opening, it is time to repot. There are also techniques when repotting. When placing the Epipremnum aureum in a pot, you can loosen the roots with a stick. Not doing so can affect the soil-root combination, hinder nutrient absorption, and cause root rot. After planting, the Epipremnum aureum needs to be placed in a well-ventilated area for care.
Pay Attention to 1 More Point: More Sunlight for Explosive Growth
Enthusiasts who like succulents probably want their plants to bloom profusely. The same goes for the Epipremnum aureum. If you want the Epipremnum aureum to bloom profusely, you need to provide it with more sunlight. Generally, scattered light maintenance is sufficient, and direct sunlight should be avoided. Usually, you can place the Epipremnum aureum near a window, except for the noon of summer, where it can receive sunlight at any time.
The above is all about whether to water the roots or leaves of the Epipremnum aureum and some tips for caring for the houseplant, for your comprehensive understanding and reference!