Water
Water when the top 2-3 cm of soil feels dry. Avoid overwatering, as this can lead to root rot. Reduce watering frequency during winter months. Ensure good drainage to prevent waterlogged conditions.
Safety note: This plant may be toxic to humans and pets. See toxicity details.
Epipremnum amplissimum, the Silver Streak Pothos, is a striking vining plant with elegant silver streaks on its foliage, ideal for indoor decoration.
At-a-glance light, water, soil, and growing conditions from plant data
Bright, indirect light
75% intensity
Can tolerate low light, but variegation may fade.
Allow top inch of soil to dry out
50% intensity
Prefers consistently moist but not soggy soil.
Well-draining potting mix
50% intensity
Average room temperatures
50% intensity
Prefers between 18-24°C. Avoid cold drafts and sudden temperature drops.
During growing season
50% intensity
Monthly feeding with a balanced liquid fertilizer diluted to half strength.
Safety information from plant toxicity data
| Attribute | Value |
|---|---|
| Toxic for humans | Yes 2/5 intensity |
| Toxic for pets | Yes 3/5 intensity |
| Edible | No |
Calcium oxalates (mild toxicity)
Key traits and growing stats from plant data
Watering, pruning, propagation, and repotting details from plant data
Water when the top 2-3 cm of soil feels dry. Avoid overwatering, as this can lead to root rot. Reduce watering frequency during winter months. Ensure good drainage to prevent waterlogged conditions.
Prune to maintain desired shape and size, or to encourage bushier growth. Trim leggy stems just above a leaf node. Remove any yellowing or damaged leaves promptly.
Pruning can be done at any time of year, but is best done in spring.
Propagate easily from stem cuttings. Take cuttings with at least 2-3 leaves, each with a node. Root them in water or moist potting mix. Roots typically form within a few weeks. Cuttings root best in warm conditions.
Repot your Silver Streak Pothos every 1-2 years or when it becomes root-bound. Choose a pot that is slightly larger than the current one. Use a well-draining potting mix. Repotting is best done in the spring.
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Botanical classification
| Rank | Name |
|---|---|
| Kingdom | Plantae |
| Division | Tracheophyta |
| Class | Liliopsida |
| Order | Alismatales |
| Family | Araceae |
| Genus | Epipremnum |
| Species | Epipremnum amplissimum |
Similar in genus Epipremnum
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