Epipremnum, commonly known as the Pothos or Devil's Ivy, will effortlessly brighten up any room with its lush and vibrant foliage. Its heart-shaped leaves cascade gracefully, bringing a warm and inviting touch to your space. With its easy care requirements and air-purifying qualities, Epipremnum is a friendly companion that adds a refreshing burst of greenery to your home or office.
Planting Calendar
Pothos are available throughout the year.
Prepare
Extremely easy to grow, pothos is a popular house plant well known for its long, trailing stems that can grow to 8 ft (2.4 m) or more. It makes an excellent office plant because it grows well under fluorescent lights.
Position
Glossy, heart-shaped leaves emerge green and become variegated with yellow or white. Although this plant tolerates low light well, its leaves may lose their variegation. Pothos will look its best in moderate or bright light
Soil
Pothos are best planted into a free draining mix such as King's House Plant Mix
Plant
A tree-climber in its native tropical habitat, Epipremnum have aerial roots that can be trained to climb a moss stick or trellis. Use florist wire to hold the vines in place while they grow and wrap themselves around the support
Care
Watering
Water so that the soil remains just moist, allow the top 5cm to dry out before watering again. More water will be required in brighter warmer situations than in areas that are cool with lower light.
Feeding
Feed regularly with Kings Liquid House plant food.
Spraying
Generally pest free so spraying should not be needed.
Pruning
Cut stems back a couple times a year to keep the plant bushy and full. Cutting right after a leaf node (the place where the leaf is attached to the stem) will encourage the stem to branch out, giving you a fuller plant.
General Care
Repot in spring as needed. You can control its growth by cutting the vines back and trimming up to a third of its roots. Pot it in the same size container if you want to keep it small.
Expert Tip
Leaves will lose their variegation when they don't get enough light. Keep your plant where it will be exposed to bright, indirect sunlight. If your plant is unfurling new leaves that are solid green, don't worry. That's normal -- they'll become variegated as they age.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Epipremnum?
Epipremnum, commonly known as Devil's Ivy, is a popular and hardy houseplant known for its attractive, heart-shaped leaves and vining growth habit. It is a versatile plant that can thrive in various indoor conditions.
How often should I water my Epipremnum?
Water so that the soil remains just moist, allow the top 5cm to dry out before watering again. More water will be required in brighter warmer situations than in areas that are cool with lower light.
How do I propagate Epipremnum?
Epipremnum is easy to propagate through stem cuttings. Simply cut a healthy stem with a few leaves, place it in water or moist soil, and wait for roots to develop before planting.
Is Epipremnum safe for pets?
Epipremnum is toxic to pets if ingested. Keep the plant out of reach of curious cats and dogs to prevent any potential harm.
Why are the leaves of my Epipremnum turning yellow?
Yellow leaves can indicate over-watering, poor drainage, or insufficient light. Check your watering schedule, ensure proper drainage, and adjust the light conditions if necessary.