Tropicals
Epipremnum aureum
Pothos · assorted selections
Also known as: Devil’s ivy · Golden pothos · Taro vine
A forgiving trailing or climbing houseplant with glossy, heart-shaped leaves. Let its stems spill from a shelf or basket, or give it a support to climb. Leaf color and variegation vary among our available selections.
At a glance
- Water
- Allow the well-drained mix to dry between waterings
- Life cycle
- Tender evergreen vine
- Light
- Bright indirect light; tolerates lower light
Sizes & prices
- 4.5"$6.99
Catalog updated September 8, 2026. This is not a live stock count; please call to confirm availability and price.
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Resistance & tolerances
- Wet soil
- Overwatering can cause root rot.
- Low light
- Tolerates low light, but variegation may fade.
Safety & handling: Harmful if eaten; keep from children and pets.
- Cats & dogs
- Keep out of reach.
If a pet eats a potentially toxic plant, contact your veterinarian promptly.
Seasonal interest
- Form
- Trailing stems or a supported climber.
Growing & care
- Soil
- Well-drained potting mix.
- Pruning
- Trim long stems to encourage a fuller plant.
- Propagation
- Stem cuttings root readily in water.
- Maintenance
- Wipe dusty leaves; watch for mealybugs and scale.
- Winter
- Keep warm indoors; reduce feeding during slow growth.
- Size & training
- Trailing or climbing stems can become very long, up to 40 ft. in ideal conditions. Prune to keep a compact, bushy houseplant or provide climbing support.
Sources & photo credits
Photo: Matt Stevens (Pitt County) · CC BY 4.0
Image notes: Epipremnum aureum. Available sizes and selections vary. Uncropped.
Reviewed September 26, 2026. Growing conditions vary by location.