Araceae
Pearls and Jade Pothos: Air Purifying Plant
Epipremnum aureum 'Pearls and Jade'
Thrives in bright, indirect light with watering roughly once a week when the top half of the soil is dry. Prefers 50-70% humidity and a well-draining aroid mix; grows more slowly than solid-green pothos due to its heavy variegation.
Every 7 days
Partial shade
15° - 29°C
50% - 70%
Categories
What is Pearls and Jade Pothos?
Pearls and Jade Pothos (Epipremnum aureum 'Pearls and Jade') is a easy-care plant from the Araceae family. A compact variegated cultivar of golden pothos, prized for its small heart-shaped leaves marbled in white, gray-green, and jade-green, often with a pink blush on new growth. Its slower, more compact trailing habit makes it a favorite for shelves and hanging baskets.
Pearls and Jade Pothos grows up to 3.0m, spread of 90cm, watering every 7 days, 15°C – 29°C, 50–70% humidity. It is suitable for indoor environments and not safe for pets.
Unlike many tropical plants, Pearls and Jade Pothos tolerates watering mistakes. Best for beginners. Without precautions, ingestion can cause irritation in pets. Keep out of reach of cats and dogs. Without adequate drainage, root rot can develop within 14 days.
How to Care for Pearls and Jade Pothos?
TLDR: Pearls and Jade Pothos needs Partial shade, watering every 7 days, and temperatures between 15-29°C with 50-70% humidity.
How Often Should You Water Pearls and Jade Pothos?
Let the top half of the soil dry out before watering again, then soak thoroughly and let excess water drain completely. Soggy, waterlogged soil quickly causes root rot in this cultivar.
How Much Light Does Pearls and Jade Pothos Need?
Give bright, indirect light to keep the white and jade variegation vivid — low light causes leaves to slowly revert to solid green and further slows an already slow grower. Avoid direct sun, which scorches the pale patches.
What Is the Best Soil for Pearls and Jade Pothos?
Pot in a well-draining aroid mix (potting soil plus perlite and orchid bark or coco coir) with a slightly acidic pH around 6.1-6.5 for best results.
What Pot Should You Use for Pearls and Jade Pothos?
A nursery pot with several drainage holes, sized only slightly larger than the root ball, works best; this cultivar dislikes sitting in excess moisture.
Care Schedule
Fertilize
Every 30 days
Misting
Every 7 days
Repot
Every 365 days
What Is Pearls and Jade Pothos and Where Does It Come From?
A compact variegated cultivar of golden pothos, prized for its small heart-shaped leaves marbled in white, gray-green, and jade-green, often with a pink blush on new growth. Its slower, more compact trailing habit makes it a favorite for shelves and hanging baskets.
How to Propagate Pearls and Jade Pothos?
Stem cutting
Use clean, sharp scissors; rooting is slower than green pothos due to reduced chlorophyll in variegated tissue.
- 1 Cut a stem section with 2-3 leaves and at least one aerial node
- 2 Remove the leaf closest to the cut
- 3 Place the cutting in water or moist potting mix
- 4 Wait for roots to develop before transplanting
Materials needed:
Water propagation
Keep in bright, indirect light to speed up rooting.
- 1 Cut a stem section containing one node
- 2 Submerge the node in filtered water
- 3 Change the water weekly
- 4 Transplant to soil once roots reach 3-5 cm
Materials needed:
How Big Does Pearls and Jade Pothos Grow?
TLDR: Pearls and Jade Pothos can reach up to 3.0m tall with Slow growth rate.
Max height
3.0m
Spread
90cm
Growth rate
Slow
Foliage
Evergreen
Warning: Toxic Plant
This plant can be toxic if ingested. Keep out of reach of:
Plant Uses
Ornamental
Great for decoration
Air Purifying
Improves air quality
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What Diseases Commonly Affect Pearls and Jade Pothos?
TLDR: Pearls and Jade Pothos is susceptible to 6 known diseases. Monitor regularly for early detection.
Root Rot
Root rot is a serious fungal disease that affects the root system of plants, causing them to decay and die. It is primarily caused by overwatering, poor drainage, or soil-borne fungi such as Pythium, Phytophthora, Rhizoctonia, and Fusarium. The disease thrives in waterlogged conditions where roots are deprived of oxygen, making them susceptible to fungal infection.
Leaf Spot
Leaf spot is a common fungal disease caused by various pathogens including Alternaria, Ascochyta, Colletotrichum, Septoria, and Venturia. It primarily affects leaves, causing discolored spots that can lead to premature leaf drop if left untreated.
Spider Mites
Spider mites are tiny arachnids (less than 1/20 inch long) related to spiders and ticks that feed on plant sap. They thrive in hot, dry conditions and can cause significant damage to ornamental and vegetable plants. During severe infestations, crop losses can reach 14% or higher as these pests disrupt vital plant processes including photosynthesis, carbon dioxide absorption, and transpiration.
Mealybugs
Mealybugs are small, soft-bodied insects covered with a white, waxy, cottony material. They are common pests of houseplants and outdoor plants in mild climates. These sap-sucking insects feed on plant tissue, causing damage, stunted growth, and can lead to plant death if left untreated. They produce sticky honeydew which attracts sooty mold.
Meaning & Symbolism
Symbolizes balance and renewal — its pearl-white and jade-green marbled leaves are seen as a reflection of harmony between purity and growth.
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