epipremnum aureum
'pearls and jade'

No other name for this plant.

Care level

Easy

Variegation

Blotched pattern

This charming variety stands out with its unique three-colored leaves featuring irregular wavy surfaces, giving each leaf an artistic, rippled appearance. Similar to the Njoy, you can only find green speckling on the green sections on this variety! Growing in a compact and dense pattern, it creates a fuller, bushier look compared to other varieties.

Care & maintenance

Light

Bright indirect light

Bright light, usually located near windows but doesn't receive direct rays for more than an hour during the day.

Temperature

Wide range (59°F - 86°F)

Fertilization frequency

Moderate

Monthly during the growing period.

Humidity & watering

Moderate

Keep the soil slightly moist.

An ambiant humidity between 50 and 80% is recommended.

Soil

Choose a Tropical plant mix: A rich, moisture-retentive blend with good aeration. Mimics the natural forest floor environment of tropical regions.

If you want to create your own substrate, you can make a mixture of the following soils:

Potting Soil
50 %

Potting Soil

Coconut Chips
20 %

Coconut Chips

Perlite
20 %

Perlite

Worm Castings
10 %

Worm Castings

Click on the soil name for more information.

Pot

Standard size

Standard size

Prefer a pot with a classic width/depth ratio.

Features

Size & growth

Medium

Climbing

Moderate growth

This plant grows at a moderate rate. It can reach 1 to 3 feet in height or spread.

It grows upwards by attaching to supports or winding around them.

Toxicity

Toxicity table by species
Cat
Dog
Human

Reproduction & propagation

Fruits & flowers

Non-flowering & not self-pollinating

The epipremnum pearls and jade cannot produce flowers and therefore fruits.
This plant is not capable of self-pollination, it will not be able to produce fruits if it is not pollinated by another individual.

Propagation methods

Origin & references

Created from a mutation.

Ancestor plant

Patent and right

This fascinating variety was created through science at the Florida Department of Agriculture, where researchers exposed cuttings of the 'Marble Queen' plant to gamma-ray radiation. After careful observation in controlled conditions in Apopka, Florida, experts discovered this unique mutation about a year after the treatment and preserved its special features through careful growing techniques.