Epipremnum aureum

Owned by Christie Frey (@CAFrey).

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Notes

Family: Araceae. Toxic to cats and dogs if ingested due to calcium oxalate crystals. The plant appears to be showing signs of underwatering or low humidity as evidenced by the curling leaves.

Details

Identity & Classification

Common Name
Golden Pothos

Growth & Physical Traits

Plant Type
Climber Vine, Houseplant, Perennial, Tropical Plant
Growing Medium
Soil
Growth Habit
Vine, Climber

Lifecycle & Reproduction

Propagation Method
Cutting

Care & Requirements

Watering Needs
Medium Water Needs
Temperature Range
Warm Temperate (50–80°F / 10–27°C)
Humidity Range
Moderate Humidity (40–60%)
Light Needs
Bright Indirect Light

Origin & Source

Natural Habitat Location
French Polynesia

Collection Context

Quantity
1
Added Details
Family: Araceae. Toxic to cats and dogs if ingested due to calcium oxalate crystals. The plant appears to be showing signs of underwatering or low humidity as evidenced by the curling leaves.
Golden Pothos
Epipremnum aureum by CAFrey

Epipremnum

aureum

Common NameGolden Pothos

Growth & Physical Traits

Plant Type
Climber Vine, Houseplant, Perennial, Tropical Plant
Growth Habit
Vine, Climber
Growing MediumSoil

Lifecycle & Reproduction

Propagation Method
Cutting

Care & Requirements

Watering Needs
Medium Water Needs
Temperature Range
Warm Temperate (50–80°F / 10–27°C)
Humidity Range
Moderate Humidity (40–60%)
Light Needs
Bright Indirect Light

Origin & Source

Natural Habitat LocationFrench Polynesia

Collection Context

Quantity
1

Added Details

Family: Araceae. Toxic to cats and dogs if ingested due to calcium oxalate crystals. The plant appears to be showing signs of underwatering or low humidity as evidenced by the curling leaves.

Item Lore

The Golden Pothos, or *Epipremnum aureum*, is prized by indoor gardeners for its remarkable resilience and ability to thrive in low-light conditions. Native to the Solomon Islands, this trailing vine became a staple of twentieth-century interior design due to its distinctive variegated foliage and ease of propagation.

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