Pothos plant, its features and how to care for it. Interest in plants has increased recently, especially after learning about the benefits of plants in our lives. But you may find it difficult to choose the right plants, so we will explain one of the best and easiest houseplants in terms of care, which makes it an excellent choice for beginners, as it has many other advantages.

In this article, we will learn about the pothos plant, its features, and how to care for it in an easy way. We will also explain the best agricultural supplies from Planty Nursery to maintain the life and appearance of your plant.

Also known as Devil's Ivy, this plant is native to China, the Indian subcontinent, Australia, New Guinea, Southeast Asia, and various islands in the Pacific and Indian Oceans. It is a tropical vine - a plant with long, flexible stems - that can be easily trained to climb supports or hanging containers. It is characterized by:

1. It grows quickly; it can add 30-45 cm per month, and it has pointed green leaves in the shape of a heart, which may contain white, yellow or pale green stripes, and it can reach a length of 21 meters outdoors, but its length is shorter indoors.
2. Its ability to withstand a variety of lighting conditions.
3. It purifies the air from harmful toxins such as formaldehyde and benzene, which can be sourced from furniture, wood products, paints, wallpaper, and adhesives, thus contributing to improved indoor air quality.
4. They live a long life, with an average lifespan of 5-10 years.
5. It is virtually pest free, making it a favorite choice for many plant lovers. You may occasionally encounter problems such as mealybugs or some scales, but these are rare.
6. You can also grow pothos plants in water, provided that the container is non-porous and waterproof. Growing pothos plants in water by taking cuttings from the mother plant and rooting them is easy.
   
   

Pothos plants come in a variety of leaf colors, with white, yellow, or light green spots highlighting the dark green leaves. Here are some of the most common types, which vary in their needs to suit your environmental conditions:

• Marble Queen: Featuring an attractive variegated pattern in white and green, it needs more light than most pothos to maintain its unique color.
• Pearl and Jade: This is a climbing variety that requires care, and it is characterized by gray, green, and white colors that appear around the perimeter of the leaves instead of stripes.
• Neon: Features bright, attractive colors and requires less light, making it ideal for dark areas.
• Silver Satin: It has thick gray-green leaves with silver spots, and is tolerant of drought and low light conditions.

Pothos have an average lifespan of 5-10 years, but can live longer with a little consistent care. Pothos should be grown in a standard potting mix for houseplants, provided it is well-drained, preferably with good indirect light, and placed near an east or west-facing window. It is important to allow the soil to dry completely between waterings to avoid waterlogging, and it is recommended to feed the plant with a balanced houseplant fertilizer once a month during the spring and summer to promote its growth and health.

• Lighting:

Pothos plants are adaptable to different lighting conditions; they prefer bright, indirect light, but they can also grow in low-light areas or under fluorescent lighting. However, too much shade can cause various plants to lose their leaf pattern, turning them completely green. But if you have a pothos plant that has turned completely green, don’t worry; when you move it to brighter lighting conditions, it can regain its variety and beauty. On the other hand, if the leaves look pale, this indicates that the plant is being exposed to too much direct sunlight, which can cause it to suffer, so it is important to provide the right conditions to ensure its health and growth.

• Soil:

Pothos are not picky about soil; they need regular, well-drained soil, preferably on the slightly dry side. They can also grow well in coarse, compacted potting media such as Kronen Green Plant. These plants adapt to soils with a neutral to slightly acidic pH, with a preferred pH range of 6.1:6.8. These conditions are ideal for ensuring healthy roots and promoting strong plant growth.

• Water and irrigation for the pothos plant:

Pothos plants need to be watered regularly, usually every one to two weeks, with more frequent watering during the growing season in spring and summer, and less frequently in winter. The soil should be allowed to dry out completely between waterings, as leaving the plant in constantly wet soil will cause root rot. Note:

• Black spots on leaves or sudden collapse of the plant, which indicates that the soil has been wet for too long.
• Drooping pothos is a sign that it needs water, so it is important not to wait until the leaves start to wilt. This may result in the loss of some leaves.
• Dry brown edges indicate that the plant has been exposed to drought for too long, requiring immediate attention.
  
  

• Heat and humidity:

It is important to keep the pothos plant at a fairly high temperature, so it is suitable for the Arabian Gulf climate, where it needs a temperature of 18: 24 degrees Celsius. It also grows best in environments with high humidity, but it has the ability to adapt to low humidity conditions. You can increase the humidity around the plant by placing it in a humid area of ​​the house, such as the bathroom, or by grouping it with other tropical houseplants, which helps create a humid microclimate that supports its growth.

• Nutrients (fertilizers):

Pothos are not heavy fertilizer-requiring plants, and you can only fertilize occasionally during the growing season, so feed them with a balanced fertilizer designed for houseplants once a month during the spring and summer. It is also important to avoid fertilizing in the winter, as the plant enters a dormant period and is less active, which means it will not need the extra nutrients. In short, a little fertilization can help promote the growth of pothos and make them healthier and more beautiful during the spring and summer months.

Over time, most pothos plants can outgrow their containers, which may require repotting as part of their care. While some experts recommend repotting annually, many plant owners have had successful experiences with pothos plants living in the same container for years without any problems.

If you decide that repotting is necessary, you can choose to keep the same container and prune the roots instead, this way the plant gets more of the soil and nutrients it needs for its growth, helping it continue to thrive.

Finally, after mentioning all the necessary information about the features of the pothos plant and how to care for it, which does not require much and is very suitable for beginners, you can choose from a variety of types and shapes of pots that suit all tastes from Planty Nursery.