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Epipremnum aureum “Devil’s Ivy”

Devil’s Ivy (also called Scindapsus or Golden Pothos) is a hardy, easy-care houseplant that can be grown as a climber or as a trailing plant.

Latin name
Epipremnum aureum

Pronunciation
(ep-EE-prem-num-or-EE-um)

Common name
Devil’s Ivy, Golden Pothos,

Origin
Society Islands

Originating in the humid tropics but tolerant of drier indoor conditions, it copes with all but the darkest spots in a home.

This species, which resembles Philodendron scandens, has large, glossy, ovate-cordate leaves arranged alternately along its stems. Many cultivars, such as ‘Marble Queen’, show striking variegation, while some modern selections produce exceptionally large leaves that look impressive when trained up a moss pole. Smaller plants work well in hanging baskets or placed high up so the foliage can cascade down.

Devil’s Ivy produces adventitious roots along its stems to cling to supports. In the wild it can climb to 12 m and occasionally produces small arum-like flowers, though these are not seen on indoor plants.

The name Epipremnum means “upon the trunk,” referring to its climbing habit, and aureum points to its golden colouration, which is why it is also widely called Golden Pothos.

Did you know?

Devil’s Ivy (Epipremnum aureum) can climb more than 12 m up trees in the wild, using its aerial roots to grip trunks.

Devil’s Ivy is mildly to moderately toxic to pets and children if chewed or eaten, as it contains insoluble calcium oxalate crystals that can cause irritation of the mouth and stomach.

caring for your plant

Light

Tolerates all but the darkest of conditions.

Watering

Despite its origins in the humid tropics, this plant is quite tolerant of drier conditions. The occasional misting with tepid water is also beneficial

Pruning

The tips of the stems can be removed to encourage more bushy growth

Feeding

Add dilute fertilizer to the water every time you water the plant

pest & diseases

Mealybugs can be a problem, so keep an eye open for them and remove when they are seen

Where the Devil's Ivy originates from

This species originates in the Society Islands, but has spread to far beyond its small island home.

Our plants are grown in Ecoponic, an alternative to soil. Officially known as a vulkaponic substrate, it replaces traditional compost with a clean, mineral-based medium that helps protect peatlands.

According to the IUCN UK Peatland Programme, “A loss of only 5% of UK peatland carbon would be equal to the UK’s annual greenhouse gas emissions.” As well as storing carbon, the natural wetlands where peat is found are critical to the survival of plants and wildlife. Ecoponic also improves plant health and uses water more efficiently.

Find out more about Ecoponic here.

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Did you know?

Research from the University of Exeter found that offices with plants can increase productivity by up to 15% while also improving concentration and job satisfaction.