Snow Queen pothos (Epipremnum aureum ‘Snow Queen’) is a variegated vine that features creamy white and green variegation, with white being dominant in the heart shaped leaves. It’s a low-maintenance plant that can be grown indoors or outdoors in warmer climates. It’s a great choice for those looking to add a bit of color to their home or garden.
Stake the plant for support or plant in a hanging basket. Place in a warm area with filtered indoor light.
The plant has many common names including Marble Queen, Golden pothos, Ceylon creeper, Hunter’s robe, Ivy arum, Money plant, Silver vine, Solomon Islands ivy, Marble queen, and Taro vine. It is also popularly called Devil’s vine or Devil’s ivy because it is almost impossible to kill and it stays green even when kept in the dark. It actually does flower (I’ve never seen it) but not without artificial hormone supplements.
However it’s not actually a ‘pothos’. In 1880 it was named Pothos aureus, which is in part why it is often commonly referred to as a “pothos”. In 1962 after a plant was found with a flower, it was given the new name of Rhaphidophora aurea. Then Epipremnum pinnatum… However, after ANOTHER flower examination researchers again separated it from E. pinnatum, and finally classified it as E. aureum.
A plant truly of many names indeed – I think I’ll stick to Devil’s Ivy!
Pothos plants are a fantastic addition to your home, and the Snow Queen pothos is no exception. With its beautiful pattern of highly variegated white and green leaves, this plant will certainly draw attention wherever it is placed. If you’re considering giving one of these gorgeous plants an honorary spot in your home, keep in mind that it’s distinguishable from the Marble Queen pothos by vivid white foliage.
Due to their toxicity levels, make sure that if you have cats or dogs in your home make sure they’re kept away from this plant.
A Snow Queen Pothos is an easy-to-care-for houseplant. It’s perfect for novice gardeners, as it requires little maintenance and can tolerate low light. With beautiful variegated leaves, this pothos variety will make your home feel more vibrant and alive. Here’s what you need to know about planting, growing, and caring for a Snow Queen Pothos.
Planting Your Snow Queen Pothos
When you purchase your Snow Queen Pothos from your local nursery or gardening center, choose one with healthy stems and strong roots. Make sure the soil it’s planted in is well-draining so that it doesn’t become soggy or waterlogged. Choose a pot with drainage holes at the bottom to ensure proper drainage.
Once planted, make sure to place your Snow Queen Pothos in bright indirect sunlight near a south or east facing window for the best results. If you don’t have enough light indoors, consider investing in some grow lights to ensure your plant gets enough sunlight throughout the year.
Caring For Your Snow Queen Pothos
Watering your Snow Queen Pothos is essential if you want it to thrive indoors. To determine whether it needs water or not, insert your finger into the soil, if it feels dry up to two inches down, then it’s time to water again. If the soil looks dry on top but still feels wet below two inches down, wait another week before watering again. Watering too frequently can lead to root rot and other problems with your plant’s health over time
In addition to watering regularly, fertilize your Snow Queen Pothos once every two weeks during its growing season (spring through fall). During winter months when growth slows down significantly (or even stops altogether) skip fertilizing until springtime arrives again. This will help keep your Snow Queen Pothos strong and healthy all year round.
How to Keep a Snow Queen Pothos Variegated and Avoid Reverting
1. Provide bright, indirect light: Snow Queen pothos plants are happiest in bright, indirect sunlight. Avoid placing the plant near a window that gets direct, harsh sun. Too much sun will cause the leaves to become yellow and may cause them to revert back to their original green color.
2. Keep soil moist but not soggy: Make sure the potting soil is consistently moist but not soggy or waterlogged. Water your Snow Queen pothos deeply and then allow the top inch of soil to dry out before watering again.
3. Fertilize every two weeks during spring and summer: Feed your Snow Queen pothos with a balanced liquid fertilizer formulated for houseplants every two weeks from early spring through late summer. Skip fertilization during fall and winter when growth slows down.
4. Prune regularly: Pruning helps encourage fuller growth and helps prevent the plant from becoming leggy or overgrown. Trim off any yellowing or dying leaves as needed and pinch off new growth tips once they have reached 4-5 inches in length to encourage bushier growth and more variegation on each leaf.
Caring for a Snow Queen Pothos is simple but rewarding; these plants require minimal effort but yield beautiful foliage that can add life and vibrancy to any space – indoors or out! With proper care such as regular watering and fertilizing during the growing season (spring through fall), this tropical houseplant can look good year after year – no green thumb required!
