Pothos Green Jade
*Plant height will vary.
This plant has heart-shaped leaves that are a brilliant shade of green. This is such a lush plant, perfect for hanging! Pothos clean the air and are low maintenance. They can survive in low light. However, the more light, the brighter the leaf color.
Shade
Medium
Easy
Pet Toxic
The Dirt
Native to Southeastern Asia. In 1880 it was named Pothos aureus which is why it is known as Pothos today. These plants are relatively pest-free. You can prune your plant to ensure that it will be fuller and bushier, especially since it grows quickly. Those cuttings can be propagated!
Shade
This plant likes a spot that gets low light or no direct sunlight at all, few plants are ok with this light condition. Pick a room with a north facing window, or a spot far from a bright window.
Medium
Water once a week. Before watering, feel the soil, top layer should be dry, if not dry wait a day or two. If the soil still is wet you risk giving the plant too much water, you don’t want it to rot.
Pet Toxic
Only when ingested it may cause mild oral and gastrointestinal upsetness. Keep out of reach from pets and small children.
Golden Pothos
Care Tips
Remove yellow or brown leaves quickly
Water when the top of the soil is feeling dry
Pothos can benefit from misting once a week, since it enjoys humidity
Native to Southeastern Asia
Common Names
Devil’s Ivy
Hunters Robe
Golden Pothos
Taro Vine
Botanical Name
Epipremnum Aureum
Family
Araceae