Pothos plants can be easily grown using the rooting technique (The Spruce). Simply cut off one long stem of a healthy plant, and submerge it in water or soil for rooting.
These tropical plants enjoy being grown in warm environments, but can tolerate various light conditions. Direct sunlight may scorch its leaves.
Variegated Leaves
Pothos plants with variegated leaves add an eye-catching accent to any houseplant collection and offer a soothing environment. Easy to care for, pothos plants make an excellent selection for beginners or those seeking low maintenance houseplants – although you should keep some key aspects in mind to maintain their health and beauty.
First and foremost, variegated plants need bright indirect lighting in order to maintain and increase their variegation. Direct sunlight may burn leaf edges and diminish its intensity; also prefer moderate temperatures and humidity levels (the ideal range should be between 65F-85F while humidity should ideally reach 60% during their growing seasons).
As these plants are epiphytes (tree climbers) or hemiepiphytes (trailing plants that grow on trees), their energy source comes primarily from air currents. Because of this, they don’t require frequent irrigation – only when their top 1-2 inches of soil dry out completely should watering be administered – making testing soil moisture regularly and not scheduling watering according to any set schedule a must for successful care of these delicate blooms.
Not only should these plants receive adequate lighting and humidity levels, they require ample airflow in order to avoid fungal growth and pest infestations. In order for your variegated pothos to flourish it is recommended that it is placed away from drafty windows and heating vents as these conditions could cause stress to its leaves, ultimately leading to stress damage and eventual decline.
Removing dead and diseased leaf tissue from plants is also crucial, as doing so encourages new foliage production while maintaining an aesthetic look. Pruning these plants regularly will promote healthy-looking growth while keeping their appearance bushy.
Variegation in Pothos plants is caused by genetic mutation, so it cannot be intentionally induced. Though, in theory it might be possible to cause mutation by subjecting them to radiation or chemical agents that produce mutations; this would likely prove more hazardous and less effective than simply keeping your plant in an adequately lit space.
If you want to propagate a variegated Pothos plant, one effective way of propagation is through stem cuttings. Simply take an inch or so off one of its mature vines, cut it off at its base, place it in water or soil, and snip off an inch or two from it for your cuttings. This will encourage new branches and produce leaves with its signature coloring to emerge over time.
Variegated Stems
This trailing houseplant adds beauty and variation to any indoor space with its striking variegation. Perfect for beginners, as its care requirements are easy – indirect sunlight and moderate amounts of water; additionally it does not need fertilizing!
Variegated Pothos plants can be identified by various color zones on their leaves that appear as spots or flecks, caused by mosaic viruses causing blurry spots on their foliage and splitting stems. While this condition usually poses no threat to human health, its presence could indicate your plant needs more care than usual.
If your variegated pothos begins showing signs of blemishes, the first step should be examining each affected leaf more closely. Spots could indicate nutritional deficiency; in some variegated Pothos plants they’re caused by reduced chlorophyll production (necessary for photosynthesis), so less sun-energy is absorbed through photosynthesis in areas with spots.
Spotting or flecking on a Pothos plant could also be caused by infection from a mosaic virus, which refers to several different plant diseases that produce discolored patches on its leaves. Spotting caused by this particular virus doesn’t resemble other variegated Pothos varieties as much; rather it resembles more like rubbed areas than typical spots or flecks.
In either scenario, it is best to repot your pothos into a larger container using a mixture of 30 percent typical garden soil, 25 percent vermicompost or aged manure, and 20 percent peat moss or cocopeat. Once done, water thoroughly and give your plant gentle sunlight from morning or evening every day in order for the regeneration of its leaves and restoration of luster in its spots or flecked leaves to take place. Furthermore, applying fertilizer every four or eight weeks can speed growth faster and make the plant even more stunning than before!
Variegated Flowers
These pothos plants on MSN produce gorgeous variegated blooms of green or yellow hue. These tiny blossoms can appear anywhere on the plant, though most commonly near stems and buds. The best time to observe Pothos blooms is early spring when flower buds start forming; as these short-lived blossoms tend to fade quickly.
Variegation can be an unforgettable feature on a Pothos plant, so keeping its vibrant patterns vibrant is of vital importance for its beauty. However, certain variegation patterns may fade without enough sunlight reaching them; their colorful spots result from reduced chlorophyll which absorbs energy from sunlight into their leaves, and without enough chlorophyll it cannot absorb as much energy into itself causing it to gradually lose color over time.
To help ensure the vibrant hues of your variegated Pothos flower remain at their full potential, provide it with plenty of indirect but bright sunlight. As this tropical species thrives best in warm conditions between 65 and 85 degrees Fahrenheit, try to achieve humidity levels of 60% or higher for best results.
Keep the soil well-draining, and water only when the top 1-2 inches of the potting mix feel dry – avoid scheduling watering sessions, as moisture levels fluctuate daily. Overwatered soil may rot and attract fungus gnats while under-watered soil could suffocate roots causing them to die and ultimately the plant itself wilt away.
Fertilize the plant regularly with a balanced water-soluble fertilizer to promote growth and encourage variegation. Apply fertilizer monthly during the growing season; as growth slows in winter reduce frequency of application.
Keep a sharp lookout for pests when caring for Pothos plants, as these species of insects are known to feed on its leaves and stems, draining energy away and potentially causing discoloration or spots to form on its leaves. If any signs of these creatures arise on your Pothos, use insecticidal soap or horticultural oil until all signs have vanished from it.
Variegated Roots
Pothos roots display beautiful variegation that complements its leaves and vines, from being entirely green to featuring splashes of white or other colors – adding an interesting aesthetic contrast in any space where this plant resides.
Regular pruning of your money plant is necessary to keep its bushy form and avoid long vines from becoming tangled or tangling with other plants and furniture. Misting with lukewarm water helps remove dust while also keeping leaves looking fresh; more water means lower chances of mealybug infestation or spider mite infestation.
If your money plant is producing too few leaves or has lost its vibrant hue, it could need more light. When leaves produce inadequate chlorophyll levels they won’t absorb sunlight properly and could become yellow or brown in color; to remedy this situation move your plant to a brighter environment and wait until its foliage returns to normal color levels.
Variegated Pothos plants need bright indirect lighting in order to keep their foliage colorful, particularly rarer varieties like Pearls & Jade and N’Joy that feature patchy variegation. If your variegated Pothos starts losing color, move it into a brighter environment for some time so it can recover its hue.
Maintain the optimal conditions for your Planthos by maintaining an ideal humidity level. They have evolved to thrive in jungle conditions, so ideally they should have around 60% humidity; when this drops below this mark they might start showing brown tips on leaves stems and vines which could result in brown tips on leaves becoming brown tips on stems or vines – adding a humidifier can help increase humidity or clustering them with other tropical plants and placing them into pebble trays can also be effective ways to do this.
