- epipremnum
- pinnatum
- 'skeleton key'
![epipremnum skeleton key plant showing characteristic features](https://cdn.chlorobase.com/plants/epipremnum/pinnatum/skeleton-key/main.webp)
epipremnum pinnatum'skeleton key'
Care level
Medium
This unique cultivar features dramatically split leaves that create an almost skeletal appearance, hence its spooky name! Its leaves develop increasingly complex splits as they mature, creating a stunning architectural display that's perfect for plant lovers seeking something truly extraordinary.
Care & maintenance
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 - 89.6°F)
Fertilization frequency
Moderate
Monthly during the growing period.
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](/_next/static/media/potting_soil.d2268a0a.webp)
![Potting Soil](/_next/static/media/potting_soil.d2268a0a.webp)
![Coconut Chips](/_next/static/media/coco_chips.6adb6093.webp)
![Coconut Chips](/_next/static/media/coco_chips.6adb6093.webp)
![Perlite](/_next/static/media/perlite.1f1d24fa.webp)
![Perlite](/_next/static/media/perlite.1f1d24fa.webp)
![Worm Castings](/_next/static/media/worm_casting.f7169cae.webp)
![Worm Castings](/_next/static/media/worm_casting.f7169cae.webp)
Click on the soil name for more information.
Pot
![Narrow/Deep](/_next/static/media/narrow_pot.89d1bfbf.webp)
Narrow/Deep
Prefer a pot that is taller than it is wide.
Features
Size & growth
Large
Climbing
Moderate growth
This plant grows at a moderate rate. It can reach 3 to 6 feet in height or spread.
It grows upwards by attaching to supports or winding around them.
Toxicity
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![epipremnum skeleton key plant showing characteristic features](https://cdn.chlorobase.com/plants/epipremnum/pinnatum/skeleton-key/subimage-0.webp)
![epipremnum skeleton key thumbnail](https://cdn.chlorobase.com/plants/epipremnum/pinnatum/skeleton-key/subimage-0.webp)
Reproduction & propagation
Fruits & flowers
Non-flowering & not self-pollinating
The epipremnum skeleton key 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.