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Marble queen pothosis avariety of pothoswith beautifulwhite and cream variegation.
Similar to other types of pothos, the marble queen pothos grows well indoors.
It prefers bright, indirect light, moist but well-draining soil, and average household temperatures and humidity.
Note that the marble queen pothos can be toxic to people and pets.
Soil
A soil mix that is rich and well-draining is best for the marble queen pothos.
Ideally, the soil should be allowed to mostly dry out between watering.
Use amoisture meterto determine whether or not it’s time to water.
They are not cold-tolerant plants, so avoid exposing them to temperatures below 50F.
They grow well in humid rooms such as kitchens or bathrooms.
Stop fertilizing once the temperatures begin to drop in the fall.
Regularly inspecting your plant for signs of pests is the best way to prevent full-blown infestations.
Common Problems With Marble Queen Pothos
Generally, marble queen pothos are low-maintenance, problem-free houseplants.
Two common problems that you may notice with your marble queen pothos arebrowning leavesandyellowing leaves.
Browning Leaves
Browning leaves are usually a result of under-watering or a lack of humidity.
A plant that is too rootbound will begin to struggle.
Pothos plants that are allowed to climb will grow larger leaves and may even develop fenestrations as they mature.
You do not need to cut off the white leaves on your pothos.
The leaves may look bleached because the plant is not getting enough light.
Try moving the plant to another location and see how new leaves grow in variegated.
If the leaves look like they have powder on them, it could bepowdery mildew.
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