Easy to Moderate
Moonlight Pothos
Scientific Name
Scindapsus treubii 'Moonlight'
Family
Araceae
Native Region
Southeast Asia (Borneo, Sumatra)
Growth Rate
Slow to moderate
Origin + Story
Despite the common name, Moonlight Pothos is not actually a pothos (Epipremnum). It belongs to the genus Scindapsus, a close relative in the Araceae family. Native to the tropical rainforests of Southeast Asia, particularly Borneo and Sumatra.
The 'Moonlight' form has thick, slightly glossy leaves in a pale silvery green that appears almost luminous. Leaves are smaller and more oval-shaped with a sturdier, more succulent texture. It is less commonly available and grows significantly slower, which is part of its appeal to collectors. This is a patient plant for patient people.
Care guide
Light: Medium to bright indirect.
Water: When top 1-2 inches dry. Prefers to dry more than Epipremnum varieties.
Humidity: Prefers 50-60%. Tolerates average.
Temperature: 60-85F. Sensitive to cold.
Soil: Chunky aroid mix with extra perlite.
Toxicity: Toxic to cats and dogs.
Growth Rate: Slow to moderate.
Detailed care
Watering
Err on the side of underwatering. Soggy soil is a faster path to root rot with this species than standard pothos.
Propagation
Stem cuttings with one or two nodes. Roots develop more slowly, expect two to four weeks.
Common Issues
Very slow growth: Normal for this species
Yellowing: Overwatering
Brown leaf edges: Low humidity in winter
Grows well with
Plants that share a trait: same family, similar care, or complementary aesthetics.
