Pothos NJOY in pot
Pothos NJOY green and white leaves
Pothos NJOY cutting
Pothos leaf NJOY
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Pothos NJOY, a creation full of panache
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There's no need to go looking for Pothos NJOY (Epipremnum aureum NJOY or Scindapsus pictus NJOY) in the islands of Oceania. It was discovered in a commercial greenhouse in India. Derived from Epipremnum aureum 'Marble Queen', this new variety has been classified in the Araceae family. It is distinguished from other Epipremmum aureum by its variegated foliage.
How to recognize Pothos NJOY?
Pothos NJOY is a liana with aerial roots. Its habit is drooping when grown as a hanging plant, and climbing if it is staked. The plant rarely exceeds 20 centimetres in height, but its stems can reach over two metres in length.
Leaves grow alternately on either side of the fleshy stems. Oval and pointed at the apex, they measure no more than six centimetres long and four centimetres wide. The green blades are variegated with white. But, unlike Pothos 'Manjula, the colors don't mix: one stops when the other begins.
Pothos NJOY is a houseplant cultivated for its evergreen foliage. It does not flower, unlike Epipremnum aureum 'Néon''.
Pothos NJOY is said to have depolluting virtues. But while it can improve air quality, devil's ivy is toxic to us and our pets. It causes skin irritation when touched and digestive problems when ingested.
Our maintenance tips
Pothos 'N'Joy are not difficult to care for. Regular watering, a little moisture, a pot optimized for drainage and a little fertilizer are all that's needed.
Watering
Keep the soil slightly moist. Water only when the substrate is dry on the surface, for one or two centimeters.
Water with non-calcareous water at room temperature, without soaking the soil.
Thirty minutes after watering, empty any stagnant water from the cup. This will keep the roots dry and prevent them from rotting.
Spray
Spray foliage with non-calcareous water at room temperature. Fogging helps improve humidity, clean leaves and control pests.
Repotting
Every spring, repot your Epipremnum aureum 'N'Joy' to give it more space.
Repot your Pothos 'N'Joy in a pot one size larger than the previous one.
If you've decided to give your plant a climbing habit, install your stake now.
Pour in a bed of clay balls or gravel for drainage and a layer of potting soil for houseplants. Plant your Pothos 'N'Joy in the center and add substrate. You can guide the stems along the stake to structure the shape of your plant.
Tamp to remove air bubbles.
If your indoor air is dry, place the pot on a saucer of moist clay balls. Water evaporation improves humidity.
Fertilization
To promote the growth of your Epipremnum aureum 'N'Joy', apply fertilizer in spring and summer.
Apply green plant fertilizer in addition to watering.
Cleaning
Dust on the leaves slows down photosynthesis and hinders your plant's growth. Clean foliage with a clean, damp sponge. This operation also helps prevent invasions by mites and other pests.
Pinch
Pinch your Epipremnum aureum 'N'Joy' during its growing season.
There may be several reasons why you want to deadhead your Epipremnum aureum 'N'Joy': to contain its growth, to multiply the plant or to stimulate its development.
Use your fingers or sharp, disinfected secateurs to cut between two knots.
Wear gloves when handling your plant.
Wear gloves when handling your plant.
Cutting
Cutting is carried out during the strong growth phase, generally in spring and early summer.
Cut a stem at least ten centimeters long using sharp, clean pruning shears.
Remove the flowers and leaves at the base, keeping only those at the tip.
Remove the flowers and leaves at the base, keeping only those at the tip.
Immerse your stem in a glass of water at room temperature. Place the cutting in a sunny, draught-free spot. Remember to change the water to keep it clear.
When the roots are at least three centimetres long, you can repot your young shoot.
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Information
| Family | Araceae - Araceae |
| Type | Epipremnum - Epipremnum |
| Species | Epipremnum aureum - Epipremnum aureum |
| Lifecycle | Perennial |
| Foliage | Evergreen |
| Exposures | |
| Substrats | |
| Planting method |
In pots |
| Categories | |
| Tags |
Beginner Small pot Toxic |
| Origin |
Southeast Asia |
| Hardiness (USDA) | 11a |
| Leaf color |
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