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All types of pothos have one thing in common: They make stellar houseplants.
Also known as devil’s ivy, they are easy-going and rewarding to grow.
Pothos plantsare typically considered to be varieties ofEpipremnum aureum.
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Warning
Epipremnumspecies can betoxic to cats and dogs.
Read on to discover all of the varieties of pothos you might grow in your home this year.
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However, this variety can be distinguished by its white/cream variegation.
It is a highlyvariegated varietythat requires a bit more light than the golden pothos for keep its variegation bright.
It does well in a range of lighting conditions, from low light to bright, indirect light.
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Growing Tip
Jade pothos make great hanging plants.
For best results, use a well-draining potting mix and keep it away from cold drafts and heating vents.
It does best in medium to bright, indirect light which helps keep its neon foliage vibrant.
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Despite this, it is still considered a pothos, and its care is very similar.
Along with the baltic blue pothos, the Cebu blue is a variety ofE.
aureumlike most other kinds of pothos.
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It is characterized by thin, silvery green-blue leaves that develop fenestrations as they mature.
Its leaves are also larger and tend to develop fenestrations earlier than the Cebu blue pothos.
The distribution of coloring on the leaves is similar to the njoy or pearls and jade pothos.
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This pothos is known for being a slow-grower and prefersbrighter lightthan some other pothos varieties.
Its leaves are also smaller and rounder.
While this pothos can survive in low light conditions, it prefers bright, indirect light where possible.
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It has highly variegated green and yellow-green foliage.
It looks very similar to the manjula pothos, although it does not have any cream/yellow coloring.
It requires bright, indirect light for support its bright variegation.
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Its appearance and care is similar, so it is worth including here.
It is characterized by small, shimmery green and silver leaves and a vining growth habit.
Fun Fact
Scindapsusspecies are often referred to as pothos, thoughScindapsusandEpipremnumare not the same genus.
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Silver Satin Pothos (Scindapsus pictus Exotica)
Technically anotherS.
pictusvariety, the silver satin pothos boasts large, thick leaves that are decorated with silvery splashes.
Its foliage differs from the ‘Argyraeus’ in both size and colorwith much larger, darker leaves overall.
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To avoid leggy growth, place this pothos in a location that receives bright, indirect light.
You should water your pothos plant when the top two inches of the soil are dry.
When it’s sunny, that might mean every week or every other week.
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In winter, you won’t need to water it as regularly.
PhilodendronandScindapsusplants are both commonly mistaken for pothos.
Jade pothos and golden pothos are known to grow fairly fast.
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This means that variegated cultivars, such as ‘Njoy,’ will grow slower.
The speed at which these plants grows depends on multiple factors, including light.
Just ensure there is enough room for both to grow to maturity.
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The golden pothos, jade pothos, and the neon pothos are all known for being easy to grow.
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