Epipremnum Pinnatum

Epipremnum pinnatum ‘Albo-Variegata’ is a pothos variety with green and white variegated leaves that become fenestrated as the plant reaches maturity. It’s one of the rarest and most expensive pothos cultivars and one of the most beautiful.
 
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How to Grow and Care for Epipremnum Pinnatum
By PEG ALOI Updated on 10/06/23
Reviewed by KATHLEEN MILLER
variegated epipremnum pinnatum plant
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Epipremnum pinnatum, also known as dragon-tail plant, silver vine, and centipede tongavine, is a tropical vine often grown as a house plant. This plant is sometimes confused with a similar plant in the same family, Epipremnum aureum, also known as pothos, money plant, or devil's ivy. Both plants have shiny green leaves and grow vigorously.
 
 
Epipremnum pinnatum has large, glossy, heart-shaped, dark green leaves. Some cultivars have narrow, smooth-edged leaves, while some have wide, deeply serrated edges. In larger varieties, the leaves may grow up to 3 feet long, and the plant can grow up to 60 feet tall outdoors. But most cultivars chosen for house plants have vines that grow up to 6 feet long and make excellent plants for hanging baskets. Since some epipremnum plants are toxic to dogs and cats, it is best to take precautions if you have pets and avoid having them ingest any part of this plant.1
Common Name Dragon-tail plant, centipede tongavine, silver vine
Botanical Name Epipremnum pinnatum
Family Araceae
Plant Type Tropical vine
Mature Size Up to 60 feet tall
Sun Exposure Bright, indirect sunlight
Soil Type Rich, well-drained
Soil pH Slightly acidic
Bloom Time N/A
Flower Color N/A
Hardiness Zones 10-11 (USDA)
Native Areas Asia, Australia
Toxicity May be toxic to dogs and cats1
Ceba Blue epipremnum pinnatum
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Epipremnum Pinnatum Care
The main guidelines for caring for this plant are as follows:
 
 
Epipremnum pinnatum likes bright but indirect sunlight.
It needs well-draining, rich soil and a container with good drainage holes.
It likes an average amount of water for a tropical; water when the surface of the soil becomes dry, and avoid overwatering.
It can benefit from some liquid fertilizer applied in the spring.
 
 
Light
The epipremnum pinnatum can grow in partial shade or partial sun. The best light conditions are bright but indirect sun, which you can achieve by placing it to the side of a window with good sun exposure. Some variegated varieties may need a bit more light, and the plant will tell you this when its leaves stretch towards the sunnier spot of the room. Too much sun can dry this plant or scorch the leaves.
 
Soil
This plant likes a rich soil similar to what it might have in its natural habitat: a slightly acidic substrate with plenty of organic matter (which can be added to ordinary potting mix), and excellent drainage. Sandy or clay soils are inappropriate for this plant. Drainage holes in your containers are also necessary.
 
Water
Watering your epipremnum pinnatum once a week should be sufficient. Make sure the soil surface is dry before watering. Use lukewarm water and soak the top layer of the soil surface until it is slightly damp. Adjust the watering schedule in winter when the plant grows more slowly and will need less frequent watering.
 
Temperature and Humidity
The ideal temperature for epipremnum pinnatum is between 65-75F. If you move the plant to an outdoor location in the summer, it should be in a partial shade area to prevent it from getting too hot. Being a tropical vine, it can handle a fair amount of humidity. In winter, if your house is dry, placing a dish of pebbles with water nearby can help keep the surrounding air moist