Water
Water thoroughly when the top 2-3 cm of soil feels dry. Avoid waterlogging, as this can lead to root rot. Reduce watering frequency during the cooler, dormant months. Ensure good drainage to prevent moisture buildup.
Also known as Avocado · Baltic Blue Pothos · Cebu Blue Pothos
Safety note: This plant may be toxic to humans and pets. See toxicity details.
Centipede Tongavine (Epipremnum pinnatum) is a vigorous vining plant native to tropical regions, known for its attractive, deeply lobed leaves as it matures.
At-a-glance light, water, soil, and growing conditions from plant data
Bright, indirect light
75% intensity
Can tolerate lower light conditions, but variegated varieties may lose their markings.
Allow top inch of soil to dry out
50% intensity
Prefers consistently moist but not waterlogged soil.
Well-draining potting mix.
50% intensity
Average room temperatures
50% intensity
Thrives between 18-27°C. Avoid cold drafts and temperatures below 13°C.
During growing season
25% intensity
Feed every 2-4 weeks with a balanced liquid fertilizer diluted by half.
Safety information from plant toxicity data
| Attribute | Value |
|---|---|
| Toxic for humans | Yes 5/5 intensity |
| Toxic for pets | Yes 5/5 intensity |
| Edible | No |
Contains calcium oxalate crystals, causing irritation to mouth and digestive tract.
Key traits and growing stats from plant data
Watering, pruning, propagation, and repotting details from plant data
Water thoroughly when the top 2-3 cm of soil feels dry. Avoid waterlogging, as this can lead to root rot. Reduce watering frequency during the cooler, dormant months. Ensure good drainage to prevent moisture buildup.
Prune to maintain shape, control size, or encourage bushier growth. Remove yellowing or dead leaves and stems regularly. Pruning can be done at any time of year, but it's best to do it in spring or early summer.
Easily propagated from stem cuttings. Take cuttings of 10-15 cm with at least two nodes. Root them in water or moist potting mix. New plants will develop roots and begin to grow within a few weeks.
Repot every 2-3 years or when the plant becomes root-bound, typically in spring. Choose a pot one size larger than the current one. Use a well-draining potting mix to ensure healthy root development.
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Common names and botanical synonyms
Botanical classification
| Rank | Name |
|---|---|
| Kingdom | Plantae |
| Division | Tracheophyta |
| Class | Liliopsida |
| Order | Alismatales |
| Family | Araceae |
| Genus | Epipremnum |
| Species | Epipremnum pinnatum |
Similar in genus Epipremnum
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