Light
Low to bright indirect light
AtHomeGrower Plant Facts
Golden Pothos
Epipremnum aureum
A popular trailing vine with heart-shaped green and yellow variegated leaves. It is easy to grow, but it is not a pet-friendly choice.
Soil mixture
Standard well-draining potting mix
Soil moisture
Let the top inch of soil dry
Safety
Keep away from pets and children. Wash hands after pruning and confirm toxicity details before placing it in a home with animals.
Pruning
Remove yellow or damaged leaves with clean snips and avoid letting sap touch skin if the plant is irritating.
Air-purifying category
Golden Pothos is included in the AtHomeGrower air-purifying category as an indoor air-quality friendly plant. Use it as a living décor and humidity/foliage choice, not as a replacement for ventilation, filtration, or safe cleaning practices.
Plant Diagnoser notes
Watch for yellowing leaves, brown tips, weak growth, pest residue, and soil that stays wet too long. Match symptoms against watering, light, soil drainage, airflow, and pest pressure.
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