Epipremnum aureum Golden Pothos Care Guide

Epipremnum aureum, often called Golden Pothos or Devils Ivy, is one of the most reliable and easy going houseplants you can grow. The leaves are fresh green splashed with gold and look lovely trailing from a shelf or climbing up a support. Pothos is one of those plants that simply gets on with life in the background and keeps growing whether you are watching it or not. We always recommend it for busy homes, student flats and anyone who wants something leafy and uplifting without effort.

If you live somewhere with warmer weather it can spend summers outside in shade and grows at a surprising pace. Here in Britain and around London we keep ours indoors where it thrives despite the gloomier days.

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Epipremnum aureum light
Golden Pothos thrives in bright indirect light but is famously adaptable. It does well in softer rooms too, although the golden streaks show more strongly when the light is brighter. Avoid harsh midday rays which can scorch the leaves. In winter placing it a little nearer a window can make all the difference.

Epipremnum aureum watering
Let the top of the compost dry before watering again. Water fully and drain away the excess. Yellowing leaves are often caused by overwatering. Dry spells sometimes lead to slight leaf curl but Pothos bounces back quickly once watered. We have revived droopy vines within hours after giving them a long drink.

Epipremnum aureum humidity
Normal household humidity suits Golden Pothos very well. It tolerates dry air from heating and rarely demands extra fuss. Simply keep it away from radiators in winter.

Epipremnum aureum temperature
A temperature between sixteen and twenty six degrees is ideal. Avoid cold draughts or parking the pot next to heaters. Most UK homes create the right conditions without thinking about it.

Epipremnum aureum soil and repotting
Use a well draining indoor potting mix. Golden Pothos roots quickly and may fill its pot within a year or two. Repot in spring into the next size up. If you want bigger leaves, add a moss pole or trellis. A trailing plant stays daintier but just as attractive.

Epipremnum aureum feeding
Feed monthly in spring and summer with a balanced liquid feed. Pause feeding in winter.

Epipremnum aureum toxic to pets and children
Not harmful to touch, but nibbling the leaves may cause a mild stomach upset, so it is best placed out of reach of curious pets and little hands.

Epipremnum aureum pests
Golden Pothos sometimes attracts mealybugs or spider mites if the leaves gather dust or the air becomes dry. Wipe leaves from time to time and check the undersides when watering. Most problems disappear if caught early.

Check out our plant pest guide here. This is your complete hub for natural effective houseplant pest care designed with British homes plants and people in mind.

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Epipremnum aureum problems and troubleshooting

Yellow leaves
Usually overwatering

Leaf curl
Underwatering or a long dry spell

Slow growth
Low light or natural winter rest

Faded variegation
Move the plant to brighter indirect light

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