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'marble queen' pothos

Epipremnum aureum

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'marble queen' pothos
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How to care

Epipremnum aureum, commonly known as pothos or devil's ivy, is a popular houseplant known for its heart-shaped leaves and trailing vines. It is easy to care for and can thrive in a variety of indoor conditions. Pothos prefers bright, indirect light but can tolerate low light. It is an excellent choice for beginners due to its resilience and adaptability.

Light Preference

  • Part Shade
  • Full Shade

Size

Height
2.5 m – 4 m
Spread
0.5 m – 1 m
Years
5 – 10

Preferred soil

  • Loam
  • Sand
  • Acidic
  • Alkaline
  • Neutral

Propagation

  • Cutting
  • Layering

Life Cycle

Perennial

Lives for more than two years.

Hardiness Zone

9b

-3.9°C – -1.1°C

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Leaves

  • Evergreen
  • Green Medium
  • Variegated

Flowers

  • Inconspicuous
  • White

Toxic to

  • LeafCatsModerate · Ingestion
  • LeafDogsModerate · Ingestion
  • LeafHumansMild · Ingestion
  • LeafHumansMild · Skin contact

Informational only — not veterinary or medical advice. Missing data does not mean a plant is safe.

Other names

  • Marble queen pothos
  • Snow queen pothos

Taxonomy

Order
Alismatales
Family
Araceae
Genus
Epipremnum

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