SPECIES CARE GUIDE
Pothos (Epipremnum aureum)
Use this guide as a starting point for caring for this species at home.
Varieties covered
Golden Pothos (Epipremnum aureum) · Marble Queen Pothos (Epipremnum aureum ‘Marble Queen’) · N’Joy Pothos (Epipremnum aureum ‘Njoy’) · Neon Pothos (Epipremnum aureum ‘Neon’) · Jade Pothos (Epipremnum aureum ‘Jade’) · Snow Queen Pothos (Epipremnum aureum ‘Snow Queen’) · Pearls and Jade Pothos (Epipremnum aureum ‘UFM12’) · Manjula Pothos (Epipremnum aureum ‘HANSOTI14’)
Lighting
Bright, indirect light works well for these varieties. Pothos tolerates lower light, but varieties with patterned leaves may lose some of their markings.
Watering
Let the potting mix dry between waterings. Water thoroughly and let the pot drain.
Substrate
Use a freely draining indoor potting mix.
Humidity
If the room is particularly dry, a humidifier can help.
Fertilizing
NC State suggests feeding about every other month during active growth. Skip feeding when growth pauses and follow the fertilizer label.
Growth habit
Let the vines trail or give their aerial roots a support to climb. With support and enough light, new leaves can grow larger.
Propagation
Stem cuttings with a node root readily in water.
Common problems
If the mix stays wet and leaf edges blacken, check drainage and look for root rot. Also watch for mealybugs and scale.
Pet toxicity
Toxic to cats and dogs if chewed. Insoluble calcium oxalate crystals can cause mouth irritation, drooling, and trouble swallowing. Keep out of reach.
Where this guidance comes from
This guide covers the care details documented for this species in the NC State Extension Gardener Plant Toolbox.
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