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10 Types of Pothos Plants | Epipremnum Aureum Varieties & More

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According to scientific classification, there are ten true pothos types that are categorized into the Epipremnum Aureum species. The list can expand to include plants that are characteristic of pothos but do not fall within the same species.

Pothos, scientifically called Epipremnum Aureum, is a beautiful trailing plant that has been introduced into every beginner’s guide to plants. It is quite easy to care for and thus adored by plant enthusiasts everywhere.

The list of pothos types can vary from person to person based on their particular method of classification.

Thanks to handy cultivation techniques, the true pothos plants are unique in appearance. Each one displaying a different kind of leaf variegation.

Variegation occurs when plants have magically been altered to add an extra splash of color to the leaf, which is what makes each of these pothos a collector’s item.

To the untrained eye, the different types of pothos can become confusing when you’re out shopping for more plants to add to your collection.

This post is all about the different types of pothos plants, how they differ in looks and care for pothos as well as some extra honorary pothos plants.

 Jade Pothos

Jade-Pothos

Jade pothos is the purest form of pothos in that it has no variegated leaves. The leaves take on the characteristic spade-like shape of pothos plants and are completely green.

These shiny, super green leaves offer an instant jungle look to any room or area that it decorates. Jade pothos are typically fast growers and in the right environment can grow up to 40 feet high and six feet wide.

Care:

  • Low to high humidity
  • Water every 10 days
  • Keep in well-draining soil
  • Ensure that your plant is not in direct sunlight as the leaves will scorch
  • Fertilize your pothos once a month or every other month
  • Prune regularly or train the vines to avoid chaotic pothos plants

Golden Pothos

The golden pothos is the most common pothos sold in commercial stores. It is identified by its streaks of yellow across the green leaves.

This easy to care for plant is also a great air purifier and works wonders to liven up a bland corner in the living room.

Similar to the Jade, the golden pothos can grow up to 6 feet wide and under 40 feet high when in the right conditions. Because of the variegation, the golden pothos is a bit more adaptable.

golden-pothos

Care:

  • Low to high humidity, if the air is too dry, your golden pothos will start turning brown at the edges. In this case, you could just mist it a little bit every few days
  • Water every 10 days
  • Keep the soil moist but not soggy
  • Fertilize once a month or every other month
  • Prune regularly or train the vines

Marble Queen

The marble queen is a beautiful pothos variegated with a generous amount of bright green brushed across white leaves.

You’ll notice that your plant’s leaves are unique, and no two leaves will be exactly the same. Some might have greener where others will be predominantly white.

Pothos varieties can grow up to a bit more than three feet long, it is a fast grower and can add up to 1.5 feet in length within a year.

If you find that your marble queen is growing slowly, you might have to tweak one or two conditions in your home to create suitable conditions for fast growth. 

Care:

  • Medium to high humidity preferred
  • Water every 10 days and keep in well-draining soil
  • Bright indirect light is what the Marble Queen loves and needs lots of
  • Fertilize once a month or every other month
  • Prune regularly or train the vines to avoid chaotic pothos plants  
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Snow Queen

As the name suggests, the snow queen is the ultimate white pothos. It’s similar to the marble queen but it is primarily white with green speckles and blotches on it.

This plant is considered invasive in some parts of the world as it can grow too quickly under the right conditions. If you’re looking for a plant with minimal pruning and trimming, ensure to plant it in an appropriately sized pot or container.

Care:

  • Medium to high humidity
  • Water every 10 days, or when the soil is dry
  • Keep in well-draining soil
  • Fertilize once a month or every other month
  • Prune regularly 

Neon Green Pothos

This is a monotone neon green pothos with no real variegation. The neon green pothos is sometimes confused with the lemon-lime philodendron, so it is identifiable through the lack of variegation within the leaves. 

Neon Green Pothos

Neon pothos can display large leaves and are adaptable to any environment. This is a great pothos variety for indoor office decoration as it does well under fluorescent lighting and doesn’t necessarily need as much indirect light to grow.

Care:

  • Does well with medium humidity
  • Water every 10 days, but check soil beforehand
  • Well-draining soil that is moist but not soggy
  • Fertilize once a month or every other month
  • If you’re noticing pale green leaves, this is an indication that the space is too dark and you’ll need to give it more bright indirect light
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Jessenia Pothos

There are a few pothos plant varieties that feature green variegation and this one is no different. The Jessenia pothos displays beautiful shades of green from jade green, elements of neon green, and deep dark green as well.

This pothos is intensified by the yellowish touch of color that shades up a big portion of some leaves giving off an elegant palette of green.

Care:

  • Medium humidity with bright indirect light
  • Water every 10 days
  • Keep in well-draining soil
  • Fertilize once a month or every other month
  • If you’re noticing some droopy yellowing leaves (that aren’t as pretty as healthy variegated ones), this is probably a sign of overwatering

Manjula Pothos

Manjula Pothos

While each pothos is unique, this one is utterly spectacular. Other pothos appear to have brush-stroke variegation, however, the Manjula has clearly defined shapes of green instead.

It contrasts beautifully with the areas of white that cover the leaves.

The Manjula plant can grow up to six feet and is a moderately fast grower. Their leaves are different from other pothos in that it crisps up along the edges instead of presenting flat leaves.

Care:

  • Medium humidity in bright indirect light
  • Water every 10 days
  • Keep in well-draining soil
  • Make sure to keep this plant in bright indirect light as lower light may have your plant revert to green heart-shaped leaves, losing their variegation
  • Prune regularly

Pearls and Jade Pothos

Home and garden decoration of  top view Epipremnum aureum in the
Home and garden decoration of top view Epipremnum aureum

The pearls and jade pothos is named after the pearl-like white variegation with the jade leaves. It is quite similar to the Manjula in how distinct the different colors are.

The colors are clear cut instead, unlike the Golden Pothos which have a more streaked kind of variegation.

Pearls and Jade originated at the University of Florida as a genetically mutated variety (also called sports), coming from the Marble Queen herself.

Care:

  • Medium humidity and bright indirect light
  • Water every 10 days
  • Keep in well-draining moist soil
  • Fertilize once a month or every other month
  • To prune regularly, make sure that you’re using clean, sharp pruning shears. You’ll want to cut just above a leaf node to promote healthy growth 

Pothos N’Joy

N’joy pothos originates from the marble queen and resembles her in many ways. One difference, however, is how compact it is.

It can grow up to 9 inches and can reach up to 10 feet. The leaves are considerably smaller than other kinds of pothos

Pothos plants require bright indirect light to variegate but since this one was bred specifically for its variegation; you might be able to get away with low light.

You can play around with its location and just keep an eye out to see whether or not it thrives in lower-lit conditions.

Care:

  • Low to high humidity
  • Water every 10 days
  • Keep in well-draining soil
  • These plants don’t require fertilizer but can handle it. The decision is a personal one, be sure to fertilize in the spring or summer months and infrequently if you do
  • Prune regularly or train the vines to avoid chaotic pothos plants

Glacier Pothos

A somewhat slower grower than other pothos plants, the glacier pothos has green foliage with white variegations and is flecked with silver or grey accents.

Glacier pothos plants have even smaller leaves than the N’joy Pothos and are suitable for smaller areas. Make sure that you’re wiping down the leaves to keep them clean and help them shine.

Care:

  • Low to high humidity
  • Water every 10 days
  • Keep in well-draining soil
  • Fertilize once a month or every other month
  • Prune regularly or train the vines 

Hawaiian Pothos

Hawaiian pothos are quite similar to the golden pothos in appearance. The leaves of your Hawaiian pothos will grow bigger than that of any other pothos and need a lot more light to maintain their variegation.

In order to keep your plant healthy, you may have to water it a little bit more so that it can have fuel to grow as big and strong as it naturally would.

Keep in mind that these plants could suffer from overwatering if you’re not vigilant.

Care:

  • Medium humidity with bright indirect light
  • A healthy helping of water, but be sure to check the soil first
  • Add vermiculite or perlite to the soil to help with drainage
  • Fertilize once a month or every other month
  • Prune regularly or train the vines

Cebu Blue Rare Pothos

Out of all the pothos plant types, the Cebu blue is the closest to true pothos as any honorary plant can be. The Cebu blue is actually an Epipremnum pinnatum.

It is different from Aureum pothos because during the juvenile stages of the plant, the leaves present a blue-green color.

If left to its own devices, the Cebu blue can grow larger than your regular pothos. If grown outdoors, it can reach higher than 40 feet. 

Care:

  • Low to high humidity
  • Water every 10 days
  • Keep in well-draining soil
  • Fertilize once a month or every other month
  • Prune regularly or train the vines

Scindapsus

Although Scindapsus is a genus separate from Pothos, the two families could be considered cousins. Pothos was initially scientifically classified as Scindapsus aureus, which had instigated the common misconception that some of the Scindapsus family are true pothos.

Scindapsus pictus leaf

Usually called either satin pothos (Scindapsus pictus), sterling silver (Scindapsus treubii), or Trebi pothos (Scindapsus pictus trebi), these Scindapsus species are considered pothos but do not fall within the same genus of Epipremnum aureum, even though they have some resemblances in appearance.

Scindapsus aureus was changed to Epipremnum aureum in 1908, yet the Scindapsus family retained the colloquial name which now sees them grouped with pothos.

For this reason, care for your satin pothos and Trebi pothos will change slightly from what you might be accustomed to for your regular pothos.

Care:

  • The Scindapsus prefers a lot more humidity than pothos
  • Water every few days, make sure that the soil is dry before watering again
  • Keep in well-draining soil, soil should be moist but not soggy
  • Fertilize once a month or every other month
  • Prune or train new shoots regularly

Note: Some plant parents also make the mistake of identifying a pothos as a philodendron and vice versa. These two plants are extremely similar in appearance and care. So, if you’re not aware of the scientific name, it may be hard to tell the differences between pothos and philodendron

Final Say on Pothos Plant Varieties

There are so many pothos species to choose from, but don’t worry – you won’t have to choose just one.

A pothos adds so much color and life to any space that you won’t be judged if you’ve decided to get them all.

Just remember to keep them out of direct sunlight, adequately watered, and occasionally fed so that they can reward you with all of their beauty.

Also, be warned that pothos is toxic to pets and humans if ingested. You may want to place them somewhere your furry friends won’t be able to nibble on them.

While care for these plants is all quite similar, some plants will require a little bit more light than others. It’s important to keep an eye on them for the first few months in their new home to ensure that your plant is acclimating and doing well in their new environment.