timeless favorite for beginners and collectors alike, the Golden Pothos features heart-shaped leaves with splashes of golden-yellow variegation that glow in any light. This hardy vining plant thrives in a wide range of conditions—from bright indirect to lower light—and is excellent for hanging baskets, shelves, or climbing poles. Known for its air-purifying qualities and fast growth, it’s a must-have in any home jungle.
Golden Pothos
Light
Pothos can do well in low to bright, indirect light, making these leafy vines a great choice for low-light areas like hallways, bathrooms, or even your workspace
Watering
A healthy Pothos plant can go for weeks without a sip of water, but it’s best to just let the top two inches of soil dry out to the touch between waterings. Monitor the soil during the growing season in spring and summer, when your plant may need more frequent watering. In the winter, it may need a little less water.
Temp & Humidity
Pothos can survive in either steamy conditions or dry air, though they prefer spaces with moderate to high humidity, like a steamy bathroom. Curling leaves on your plant indicate that the air is too dry in your space. In terms of temperature, it’s best to keep your pothos in a warm place that doesn’t drop below 65 degrees at night.
Feeding
It's better for this species to go without fertilizer than to be fertilized too much, so at most, plan for monthly feedings in the spring growing season.
Toxicity
Golden Pothos is mildly toxic to both humans and pets.
Sad Plant Signs
Leaves turning yellow or showing black spots are a sign that you’re watering a bit too much, so cut back and check the soil moisture to ensure it's dry before adding water in the future. If its leaves are turning brown, curling, or wilting, give it a drink and increase the frequency of your waterings.
If your potted golden pothos is in a low-light space, it will require less water than if it’s receiving plenty of sunlight. Growing this plant in a darker room makes it more susceptible to root rot—so pay extra attention to the soil's moisture levels in these conditions.