Pothos plants are a very common houseplant found in houses across the country. While they add great aesthetics to a room, many people have explored the possibility of growing Pothos in other places, such as a fish tank. We are going to cover this topic today, and let you know everything you need to know about pathos and fish tanks.

Can You Grow Pothos in a Fish Tank

Pothos are very hardy plants that can grow in a variety of conditions. They can survive in both low light and high light environments, and can also live underwater. This means that you can grow pothos in a fish tank. We will now cover the proper steps to grow pothos in a fish tank.

How to Grow Pothos in a Fish Tank

Here are steps on how to grow pothos plant in a fish tank:

Take a cutting of a pothos plant (long branch with leaves) and place it in a cup or bowl of water. It is important that you only use dechlorinated water. The water temperature can be anywhere from 60-80 degrees Fahrenheit.
After a week or so, a root should start to grow at the bottom of the clipping. After the root reaches a length of 2-3 inches, you should transfer it into a bigger cup or bottle.
After 1 month, you should have roots that are around 5 inches long. There should also be new leaves budding from the plant. At this point you can put the plant into your fish tank.

Can you grow a pothos plant completely underwater?

Yes, a pothos plant can still grow even if the entire plant and leaves are underwater. However, the plant grows a lot slower compared to a pothos plant that has a root underwater but the leaves out of water.

Benefits of Having Pothos in a Fish Tank

The benefits of having a pothos plant in a fish tank include:

Absorbing excess nitrates in your fish tank and keeping the water chemistry healthy
Reduces the amount of algae that is growing in your aquarium
Can provide food for certain species of fish
Adds a great, natural aesthetic look to your fish tank