5 POTHOS
(EPIPREMNUM AUREUM)
The pothos is also known as Devil’s Ivy. This trailing or vining plant should be planted in a high-hanging basket that will allow the leaves to cascade down. Use a standard potting soil and allow the soil to dry out thoroughly between waterings. Pothos do require a feeding of liquid houseplant fertilizer every six to eight weeks. It also needs high humidity to thrive. Achieve this by placing the planting pot on a pebble tray filled halfway with water. Pothos is noted for its heart-shaped leaves and is cultivated in numerous varieties, from the deep green Jade Pothos to Neon Pothos with chartreuse colored leaves. The Golden Pothos has brightly colored yellow and green leaves, while the Marble Queen Pothos features silvery-white and green leaves. For low-light conditions, it is best to stick with solid green varieties, as bolder colors will lose their luster without exposure to brighter light. Safety for Kids & Pets It is important to keep pothos up and out of the reach of children and pets because, if ingested, the plant causes oral irritation and can cause swelling of the airway and severe vomiting.
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May 2025
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