Epipremnum aureum Golden Pothos

Golden Pothos / Devil's Ivy

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A hardy trailing vine with heart-shaped leaves featuring yellow variegation, native to tropical rainforests and known for air purification capabilities.
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Plant Details

Common Name Golden Pothos / Devil's Ivy
Family Araceae
Genus Epiprugnum
Species Aureum
Variety Golden
Origin Solomon Islands
Blooming Rarely blooms indoors, produces spadix in mature stages outdoors/tropical climates
Leaf Color Green with yellow variegation
Sunlight Half-shade / Sun
Category Indoor plants
Pet Friendly close No
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Care & Maintenance

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Soil

Well-draining peat-based mix with perlite or orchid bark for aeration

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Watering

Allow top inch of soil to dry between waterings; tolerates neglect but avoid root rot in winter

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Sunlight & Care

Adaptable to low light but variegation fades; prefers bright indirect light, avoid direct sun

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Fertilization

Monthly during growing season (spring/summer) with balanced liquid fertilizer diluted half-strength

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Pruning

Trim vines to control size and encourage bushier growth, remove yellow leaves

Pest Control Fungus Gnat Mealybug Scale Spider Mite Thrip

These are the insects and pathogens that commonly interact with this plant, including pests, parasites, and organisms typically associated with its care.

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Seasonal Periods

eco Leaf Persistence 12 months
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Feb
Mar
Apr
May
Jun
Jul
Aug
Sep
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Nov
Dec
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Growing Parameters

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Temperature
59° – 86°
Fahrenheit
Ideal ambient air temperature range for healthy growth
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Humidity
40% – 80%
% relative
Optimal relative air humidity the plant thrives in
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Light (LUX)
500 – 15000
Lux
Ambient illuminance level at the plant's surface
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Light (PAR)
100 – 2500
mmol/m²/s
Photosynthetically active radiation (PAR) intensity
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Soil Moisture
20% – 60%
% volumetric
Water content in the growing medium
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Soil EC
300 – 1500
mS/cm
Electrical conductivity (nutrient concentration in soil water)
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Common Problems

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