Among the many indoor plants, let the novices choose to raise flowers, most people will choose pothos, this relatively ordinary plant also has a great charm, it has a lot of varieties, there are different brocade spots and forms on the leaves, maintenance is worry-free, not picky about the environment, it is basically difficult to raise to death.
The pothos (epipremnum aureum) here refers to the plant of the genus Epipremnum in the family Araceae, which is native to the tropical islands of the South Pacific Ocean and is now a particularly popular foliage plant all over the world. Common varieties include pothos, kudzu, kudzu and marble queen.
Pothos Varieties Encyclopedia:
1.Pothos (Emerald pothos).
This is the most common green leaf pothos variety in China, many people think that this is the original pothos variety, in fact, the leaves are all green is the horticultural variety after the brocade, this leaf green variety can adapt to the low light environment, the yellow spots and markings on the leaves all degenerate into green.
All-green emerald pothos (Epipremnum aureum F.; 'jade'It is the best pothos variety to raise, and it can survive normally under the light, which is why it can be popular in a large area in China.
Of course, this is also related to its publicity, pothos can indeed absorb harmful gases, but it is better than nothing, don't exaggerate the effect.
2.Kudzu (pothos).
*Pueraria (Epipremnum aureum) is a relatively primitive pothos variety, with yellow or milky white spots and patches on its leaves, and it is a more durable pothos variety.
* Kudzu is a more common pothos variety on the market, its growth rate is very fast, if there is no frost all year round, it can be planted outdoors in the open air, if there are trees or walls for it to climb and grow, its leaves will grow bigger and bigger, after the leaves are fully mature, it will even grow lobed leaves like monstera.
Tips:
The green-leaved pothos varieties are kept in places with more sunlight, and there is a certain chance that yellow spots will suddenly appear on the leaf surface and become **kudzu.
3.Pothos (neon pothos).
*Pothos (Epipremnum aureum F..) 'neon'In the market, it is generally called lemon pothos or neon pothos, the leaves of this variety of pothos are yellow-green as a whole, and if it is enough to keep it in a place where there is too little light, the leaves will turn green again, and this variety with yellowish leaves is also more popular.
*The leaves of pothos are relatively bright, and the yellow color on the leaves will slowly fade over time, so it is best to keep it in a location with bright scattered light.
Don't think that yellowing of its leaves is unhealthy, in fact this is the characteristic of the variety.
4.Happy leaves (Manjura brocade pothos).
The leaves of this pothos variety are relatively wide, the edges of the leaves are wavy, and the shape of the leaves is different from that of ordinary pothos. Of course, the biggest difference is the happy leaf pothos (Epipremnum aureum cv.). 'manjula'The leaves are marked with creamy white, pale green and dark green markings, and this tri-colored brocade spot looks particularly attractive.
To maintain this pothos variety, be sure to give more scattered light and avoid raising it in a place that is too shady, otherwise the brocade spots on the leaves will disappear. Its leaves are inherently chlorophyll deficient, which means it needs a little more sunlight for photosynthesis, but it is also important to avoid sun exposure, otherwise the leaves will get sunburned.
5.Marble Queen
The Queen of Marble (Epipremnum aureum cv.). 'marble queen'It is also a very popular mixed-color pothos variety, it is a more primitive variety, the markings on the leaves and **kudzu will be slightly similar, the main difference is that there will be more conspicuous white spots and patches on the leaves, the origin of its name is also because of the spots on the leaves, the patches are a bit like marbling.
The brocade spots on the leaves of the marble queen are also varied, and the markings on each leaf are different, which looks dazzling, and some leaves will appear large white spots, and sometimes all green leaves will appear.
6.Snow Queen
Flower lovers who like the Marble Queen will also prefer the Snow Queen (Epipremnum Aureum Cv.). ''snow queen'Each of its leaves will appear in large white patches, and even grow completely white leaves, which is also the origin of its variety's name.
The Snow Queen variety will also be a little more difficult to care for, and the large white brocade spots on the leaves mean that it has less chlorophyll and less ability to photosynthesize. If the maintenance location lacks sunlight or is not properly cared for, it is easy to scorch the leaves. Its growth rate is relatively slow, and it needs to be kept in an environment with plenty of scattered light.
7.Jessenia
Jessenia Pothos (Epipremnum aureum cv.) 'jessenia'It is relatively rare in the market, its leaves are still green as a whole, if you look closely, you will find that the markings on the leaves are very colorful, and most of the leaves are light green, dark green markings and spots.
Compared to other varieties with white markings and patches on their leaves, this Jessenia is a little more understated, but also very attractive. Its growth rate is also relatively normal, and even hydroponics can grow normally.
8.Platinum kudzu (kudzu snowflakeHiYuePothos).
Platinum kudzu (Epipremnum aureum cv.). 'n'joy'It's still relatively easy to buy online, and it can also be bought in some flower shops, and its leaves will have large white and creamy white markings, compared to other mixed-color pothos varieties, its leaves are mainly patches of markings, and there will be no spots, all of which are whole markings, so that there is a particularly conspicuous contrasting color.
Platinum kudzu is also particularly recognizable, its plants are particularly compact, and the leaves are also very small, if it is grown in a vertical pot, the leaves will grow smaller and smaller.
Platinum kudzu is suitable for raising in an environment with more scattered light, if the light is sufficient, the markings on the leaves will be more conspicuous, it can not be kept in an environment without light, otherwise the plant will grow longer and weaker.
9.Jewel (pearl and jadeite).
This pearl pothos (Epipremnum aureum cv.). 'pearls & jade'The variety is rarely seen in the market, it will be more similar to the platinum kudzu above, but the difference is that the leaves will have more cream and green spots instead of patches, and the leaves will look more unique.
Pothos is also a unique variety of leaves, with cream, white and dark green markings and spots on the leaves, and the overall color of the leaves is light green, white and dark green.
Its leaves are also relatively small, the plant is relatively compact, and the growth rate is relatively slow, and the main difference between it and platinum kudzu is that the leaves have some white and green spots.
10.Hawaiian pothos
Hawaiian pothos
On the left is kudzu, and on the right is Hawaiian pothos.
Hawaiian pothos (Epipremnum aureum F.) 'hawaiian'It is very similar to kudzu, the main difference between it and kudzu is that the leaves are larger, and if you let it climb the moss column or coconut palm column to grow, the leaves will soon have split leaves. Hawaiian pothos has large yellow markings and spots on its leaves.
Hawaiian pothos is often used in park greening, especially in southern China, where it grows fast and is larger, making it ideal for gardening.
11.Golden leaf pothos brocade
Epipremnum aureum 'neon' variegated is the above** pothos brocade variety, it is a relatively new variant, it's definitely more expensive, and it's relatively rare on the market.
Golden-leaved pothos brocade will be more durable than ** pothos, and its leaves are also yellow-green as a whole, but there will be some more yellow markings and spots on the leaf surface.
The golden-leaved pothos brocade leaves gradually grow and mature, and the color of its leaves will also darken as a whole, and the leaves will slowly turn from yellow-green to green.
12.Global Green
This is also a relatively new pothos variety, the global green (Epipremnum aureum cv.). 'global green'It is produced in Japan and was only introduced to the United States not long ago, so flower friends can appreciate it a little, and this is also a patented variety, which is basically impossible to buy.
The global green variety is relatively unique, mainly the markings on the leaves, it has dark green and light green markings on the leaves, because the leaves as a whole are also greenish, so its growth rate is also relatively fast. Some leaves will grow a little more rounded, with slightly curled edges.
13.Glacial pothos
Glacial pothos (Epipremnum aureum cv.). 'glacier'The shape of the leaves will be similar to the happy leaves, and the main difference between it and the happy leaves is the markings on the leaves. Moreover, the leaves of glacial pothos are generally on the large side and do not grow particularly compact.
However, here is also a reminder to flower friends that although the maintenance difficulty of this variety is not very high, it is rarely seen in the market, and it is basically just to appreciate it.
14.Clown pothos (wrinkled leaf pothos).
Clown pothos (Epipremnum aureum'shangri la') is a pothos variety with curly leaves, and its leaves are curled up as a whole, and the leaves look ugly, just like a sick, and it also has all green leaves and leaves with yellow markings.
Clown pothos has only become popular in China in recent years, if you like it, you can find a larger flower market, or buy it directly online, ** is not particularly expensive. Clown pothos varieties with brocade on the leaves** will be a little more expensive.
The maintenance difficulty of this variety of pothos is not very high, after all, the leaves are still greenish as a whole, and the maintenance should pay attention to the soft scattered light and maintain a warm and moist environment.
15.Olivia
Olivia (Epipremnum aureum cv 'olivia'This cultivar is also relatively new, belonging to the variant of Manjura, and its main characteristics are that the leaves are more rounded overall, and the overall appearance will be more lovely, and the leaves will have yellow-green, light green and dark green markings.
16.Emeralds
Emerald pothos (Epipremnum aureum cv.). 'emerald'It is also a rare pothos variety that has recently appeared, flower friends only need to appreciate it, its main feature is that the leaves are yellow-green as a whole, and the yellow-green leaves are dotted with dark green spots and patches, and the plaque on the leaves is mainly concentrated on the edges of the leaves, like looking at jade
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