Pothos
Epipremnum aureum
4 articles about this plant
| Botanical name | Epipremnum aureum |
|---|---|
| Light | Bright indirect light; tolerates low light but variegation fades and growth slows |
| Watering | Water when top 1-2 inches of soil feels dry; every 7-14 days average |
| Humidity | Moderate to high humidity, above 40%; mist leaves or use humidifier if dry |
| Temperature | 60-85°F (15-29°C) |
| Soil | Well-draining mix: orchid bark, perlite, peat, or coco coir; moist but not soggy |
| Feeding | Balanced water-soluble fertilizer every 2-3 months during spring and summer |
| Size | Trailing vine; mature leaves to 30 inches long with deep lobes |
| Difficulty | easy |
| Cats | ⚠️ toxic — Insoluble calcium oxalates cause oral irritation, burning, drooling, vomiting |
| Dogs | ⚠️ toxic — Insoluble calcium oxalates cause oral irritation, burning, drooling, vomiting |